The security composite panel manufacturer Securiclad has announced that its modular systems now have a greater resistance to firearms. The panel has achieved European EN1063 BR4 certification, which means that it can withstand the firepower of a large bore 0.44 Magnum.
Securiclad’s product already offers protection against several types of lighter ammunition – including 0.22 lead rounds, 9mm Luger rounds and 0.357 Magnum rounds. The product offers a security solution to Loss Prevention Standard (LPS) 1175 Security Rating (SR) 5, which means that it is designed and manufactured to withstand determined attempts at forced entry using top-of-the-range, high-powered cutting tools as used by fire and rescue personnel. It is also approved for Government use by the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI).
Securiclad says that its products can be used in a range of sectors, including data centres, healthcare, utilities, cargo handling, retail, residential and finance. Its high security level means that it is ideal for the protection of areas containing servers, sensitive data, control equipment, hazardous substances, high value items and pharmaceuticals.
As the system is modular, it is the makers say quick and easy to install. It is also bespoke and can be designed to specification; and can be used in new buildings or retro-fitted to a site, and is pre-finished, negating the need for wet trade requirements. It has internal and external applications and can be used to form a standalone ‘room’, kiosk or partition, making it ideal for use in co-location premises.
Carl Lowson, manufacturing manager at Securiclad, said: “In the current security climate, it’s vital that a sensitive facility’s critical areas, such as server rooms or control equipment, are safeguarded from attack – and that includes criminals using firearms in an attempt to gain access, or damage an installation’s infrastructure.”
Mike McColl, pictured, managing director of Securiclad, added: “It’s testimony to the experience and cutting-edge expertise of our design team that our systems have been given this high rating, and shows that we are continuing to innovate and develop our products.”
Made at Securiclad’s facility in North Tyneside, the system is delivered across the UK and is available as a turnkey solution, via approved and certified nominated installers. Visit www.securiclad.co.uk.
