Evolution, the integrated fire and security solutions-focused business, believes the security industry is being too slow to adopt (and adapt to) Building Information Modelling (BIM) and reap the benefits that it can bring when it comes to the design and commissioning of new security installations.…
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Schools are continuing to upgrade security measures for pupil safety. However, on top of all the fundamental challenges school management teams face, implementing well-rounded and effective security solutions can be deemed a difficult task. Andrew Shaw discusses the advantages of electromechanical solutions for today’s educational…
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Jacksons Fencing research highlights school perimeter security challenges facing architects
by Brian SimsJacksons Fencing, the perimeter security solutions specialist, has published architects’ views on school safety gathered as part of research for the business’ new report entitled ‘Protecting The Future’. Also encompassing teachers’ perspectives, the report highlights significant differences of opinion on the matter between architects and…
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ievo, the Newcastle-based manufacturer of biometric authentication technology, has been working closely with NBS to produce a comprehensive range of BIM objects for the NBS National BIM Library with a keen focus on fingerprint readers and control panels. All ievo objects in the NBS National BIM…
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The Security Institute has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Building Research Establishment (BRE) to form a Special Interest Group for the Built Environment with a view to developing stronger security regimes for the future involving all elements of the construction ecosystem – from…
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Perimeter protection specialist Zaun is educating main contractors, architects and specifiers on integrated perimeter systems by running its RIBA-approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminar ‘Perimeter and Integrated Systems: The Trusted Advisor’ at the London Build Expo at London’s Olympia on 25 and 26 October. Steel fencing manufacturer…
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Bureau Veritas highlights “grey area” in escalator safety due to “multiple regulations”
by Brian SimsAs architects continue to design-in escalators and moving walkways within workplaces and retail environments to increase internal people transportation, the testing, inspection and certification body Bureau Veritas is warning businesses to ensure they’re applying the correct regulations. The confusion occurs because three separate sets of…
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3D design prepares fencing manufacturer Zaun for Building Information Modelling future
by Brian SimsInnovative steel mesh fencing manufacturer Zaun is promising “speedier, more user-friendly and more accurate design” and the ability to deliver Building Information Modelling (BIM) through its move to parametric 3D design. The company – which offers an extensive range of perimeter fencing, high security fencing, sports equipment,…
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The challenge of delivering effective and efficient security has been traditionally hampered by the tendency to treat it as an afterthought. Architects and designers design – often putting their own aesthetic concerns to the forefront and relegating functionality to the position of an inconvenience. Form over…
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Hochiki becomes first fire safety solutions manufacturer listed in NBS National BIM Library
by Brian SimsAhead of the Government’s 2016 Level 2 targets, fire safety systems manufacturer Hochiki Europe has become the first company of its kind to provide Building Information Modelling (BIM) components for the NBS National BIM Library. To aid designers, architects and specifiers already working within the BIM…