If you’re stalling plans to modernize the entrance to your property, some misconceptions about gated security are probably getting in the way. With a million burglaries being reported yearly and most retailers experiencing losses due to theft, it pays to be educated about what upgrades are possible on your property. Thanks to so many advancements […]
How to Combine Beauty and Security in Your Gated System
Your property doesn’t have to resemble a citadel to keep out undesirable elements. Today’s homeowners are right to expect their automated entry system to be beautiful and inviting as well as reliable and secure. When it comes to the entrance to any residential property, the overall look will be an important part of its curb […]
6 Trends in Building Security to Look Out for This Summer
Interest in safety picks up as temperatures rise, both in residential and commercial environments. This is in part because people are more willing to take on outdoor projects this time of year. But property owners and managers are also reacting to certain crime trends in recent years, which has incentivized them to take extra protective […]
Are Gated Security Systems Common and Who Uses Them?
The public’s perception of automatic / electric gates is changing, and so are the people who use them. They were once considered a feature of Hollywood homes, gated communities, and business compounds. In reality, the use of automated gated entrances to buildings and residential properties has been on the rise for years, and the trend […]
How Security Impacts Your Curb Appeal
The entrance to any home or residential space needs to be more than just attractive. It needs to convey a strong sense of safety and security to compel prospective buyers to put down top dollars to live there. External, top-notch security lets people know they are home shopping in a high-end neighborhood, and nothing sends […]
Key Fobs Versus Codes: What Are the Differences?
To use key fobs or access codes: that is the question that building security managers must ask themselves at some point. Technology is always improving, and along with it a number of accessories included in the automated security systems that control access to all kinds of properties. Automated gated systems are a big part of […]
What Type of Maintenance Does Your Security System Need This Winter?
Signs a security system is in need of service or an upgrade can pop up at any time, and you may not notice them without routine inspections. Planning annual examinations of your property’s security system, starting with your property’s exterior entrances and exits, is an excellent way to keep crucial repairs from slipping through the […]
Outlook for Industrial & Commercial Security in the New Year
As we enter a new year, improving building security is a top concern for all types of business entities around the country. Some existing security elements will remain the same. However, as customizable, tech-focused solutions become available, more properties will supplement measures already in place with tools and technologies that are designed to provide better […]
The Risks of Hanging Wreaths on Automated Gates – and What You Can Do About It
Families and businesses throughout the Midwest enjoy the ritual of putting up holiday decorations – including at their gated entrances. Wreaths, ribbons, garland and string lights are beautiful ways to brighten outdoor spaces and welcome guests in celebration of the holiday season. With more automatic driveway gates being installed, there has been an uptick […]
How to Know Your Security System Needs an Upgrade
Are you responsible for the safety of a home, commercial property or other type of property and its tenants? If so, it is vital to look for signs that the security system in place – or any key aspect of it – is in need of an upgrade. The components of a system need to […]




