Archive for January, 2016

Is Your Security Fencing Prepared for a Blizzard?

Friday, January 22nd, 2016
Winterizing your fencing prior to massive snow storms can prevent rust and further damage.

Winterizing your security fencing prior to massive snow storms can prevent rust and further damage.

There is a blizzard headed for the Mid-Atlantic region! Have you thought about how a mass accumulation of heavy snow and wind could affect your security fencing or residential steel or aluminum fence? There’s a good chance you haven’t, in light of the recent warmer winter months. Of course, it is always best to winterize your fence before a major snowstorm hits, but if you didn’t – let’s review some important tips to keep your steel or aluminum fence healthy in the case of inclement weather. And remember, Hercules’ high security fencing is incredibly strong and durable against all weather circumstances!

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Security Guard Booths: Who Needs Them?

Friday, January 15th, 2016
Guard Booth

Security guard booths increase your perimeter, and allow guards to monitor foot and vehicular traffic closely.

A guard booth is a security measure put in place for high security monitoring of a perimeter, manned by a guard. The guards manning the booth are usually responsible for monitoring all incoming and outcoming traffic – sometimes checking identification and doing vehicle searches in order to deem someone approved to gain access to the property. The openings require a good amount of electrical equipment to operate the various access systems, and adequate shelter is required to keep those components and the guards safe.

 

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Crash Barriers: What Are K Ratings?

Monday, January 11th, 2016
High Security, K Rating

K Ratings will tell you how strong your high security fence is against the impact of a vehicle.

If you own commercial property, you might be in the market to increase the security of your perimeter. As you begin doing your research on the most effective high security options available to you, you will learn to consider crash rated gates, fences, barriers and bollards. Crash rated material and products are not just common on commercial property, but industrial and government property as well. You may find yourself confused when you encounter a wide array of anti-ram options that include “K Rated” in the description of alongside different numbers. So, what is a K rating and what does all of this mean?

 

  • A ‘K’ rating is Crash Test Certification issued by the Department of State (DOS) to a barrier, fence, gate or bollard that indicates perpendicular impact by a 15,000 lb. (6810 kg.) vehicle.

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The Benefits of Crash-Rated Gates For Security

Tuesday, January 5th, 2016
Crash-Rated Gates

So how do you find a happy medium to keep intruders out and keep your authorized persons safe inside? Investing in a crash-rated gate from Hercules High Security is an excellent option.

Are you in need of high security measures at your business or facility? There are plenty of options to consider when trying to hone in on your security needs. High security fencing with ornamental spikes or barbed wire are common security implements. Crash rated fencing and bollards are also options. But what if an authorized personnel or guests needs to get to the other side of the fence? You’ll need a gate for entry. Some intruders (especially those in vehicles) might see a gate or a break in the typical barrier as a weak point. With a crash-rated gate from Hercules High Security Fencing, you won’t have to worry about security breaches at any point.

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