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Hostile Vehicle Mitigation and The Importance of ASTM F2656

The significance of the ASTM F2656 standard in gate safety cannot be overstated. This rating, established as a benchmark for security barriers, plays a crucial role in the protection of facilities and the safety of individuals within them. An M50 rating represents the highest level of security certification for vehicle barrier systems, indicating that a Hostile Vehicle Mitigation and The Importance of ASTM F2656

Opening Up To the Advantages of Custom-Fit Automatic Gates

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Aesthetics Automatic gates that are custom fit to the site design offer several advantages over standard gates. Firstly, they provide a seamless and cohesive look that enhances the overall aesthetics of the property. By being tailored to the specific dimensions and style of the site, custom gates can complement the existing architecture and landscape, creating Opening Up To the Advantages of Custom-Fit Automatic Gates

Secure Perimeter: Essential for Safety and Protection

Perimeter security is crucial in preventing unauthorized individuals from accessing sensitive and potentially dangerous areas. A recent incident at a nuclear power plant in South Carolina highlights the importance of maintaining a secure perimeter. After being denied access earlier in the day, the suspect attempted to forcefully drive through a gate. They then crashed through Secure Perimeter: Essential for Safety and Protection

Distribution Center Solution with AutoGate

Nice article written by one of our business partners for a common National Account we share. Thank you Telaid!   Read more:  Distribution Center Solution with AutoGate

Automatic Gates & the Security Challenge

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Automatic Gates:  The misunderstood perimeter security challenge. Don’t be naive about crime and advantages of perimeter security.  Many security plans are designed to meet an intent of regulations or laws governing security.  Security products are numerous and have tons of marketing collateral to entice the buyer.   Which have the value or product features you need?   Automatic Gates & the Security Challenge

Protecting against vehicular attacks.

With vehicles seemingly becoming the weapon of choice for terrorists, the need to protect citizens from people willing to do us harm has dawned on most large cities, leaving many still trying to find the best way to protect their citizens.  Pedestrians on sidewalks and public spaces are a “soft target” of choice.  No need Protecting against vehicular attacks.

Vehicular Terrorism

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Use of low-tech on soft targets have been escalating dramatically the last decade.  Increasingly, the use of vehicles to strike at pedestrians is becoming more common.  The use of active barrier systems such as Crash Gates designed to stop a vehicle or deny its forced entry is a great solution.   London, New York, Toronto, Nice, Vehicular Terrorism