Barbed Wire : What You Need To Know

Barbed Wire : What You Need To Know Barbed wire has always been one of the most versatile, easy-to-use and cheapest methods of securing a premises. Particularly popular in agriculture, its sharp, pointed ‘barbs’ make it a potentially painful hurdle for intruders and an effective way of keeping important things in – like livestock. This complete guide will give you everything you need to know – from its origins, right through to installation tips. Where does barbed wire come from?   The origins of barbed wire lie in the United States. In 1874, after a decade of...


Why physical crime prevention must still be the main focus for small business owners

Despite a brightening economic outlook, finances remain incredibly tight for most start-up organisations in the UK. When you’re already up against it, the last thing you need is to become the victim of commercial crime. Official figures from the Home Office show that crimes against businesses dropped between 2013 and 2014, and more recent statistics from individual police forces also paint an encouraging picture. Cheshire Police, for example, revealed that 984 offences of burglary against commercial properties were recorded throughout the county in 2015 – a 5%...


Palisade Fencing: The Ultimate Buying Guide

Commercial premises have always been an easy target for criminals. The sad reality is that with money being so tight for a lot of small business owners, a break-in or senseless act of vandalism can quite easily send them under financially. While it’s vital that companies take every possible step to protect their property, costs will always need to be taken into account. This comprehensive guide explains everything you need to know about palisade fencing and why it tends to be a more popular, cost-effective option when compared with other security fences. What is palisade fencing and...