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Bury House, 33 Bury Street, St James’s, London SW1Y 6AX
‘ Comparing the Advantages & Disadvantages of Mechanical and Electronic Access Control Systems’
10.00 Arrival, registration and coffee.
10.25 Introduction and Welcome – Allan Hildage, Chairman, Association of Security Consultants.
10.30 – 13.00 The Event – A highly informative programme presented by experts in the field who will explain the prime factors when considering ‘locks’ and access control solutions. As with all ASC Business Group Meetings, interaction between the speakers and those attending is very much encouraged. The underpinning aim is to share knowledge and reinforce business relationships amongst the professional community.
Key Presenters:
Paul Spencer, Head of Marketing UK & Ireland, KABA Ltd.
Clive Baker, Director Safe & Container Locking, KABA Ltd.
John Hardman, UK Partner Channel Manager, KABA Ltd.
Nathan Bray, Graff Diamonds.
10:30– 10:45 Introduction to KABA’s range of services. Paul Spencer, KABA.
10:45 – 11:20 Why a well thought out master key system can ensure a cost effective higher level of security. Exploring circumstances where a mechanical solution would be better suited than an electronic system and the considerations to be taken into account. Also, clarification of patent protection law with regard to high security key systems. Clive Baker, KABA.
11.20 – 11:40 Case Study. The design and operation of a high security mechanical master keyed system in the high value retail sector. Nathan Bray, Graff Diamonds.
11:40 – 12:20 Progression from Mechanical Locking into Access Control. Examining the benefits of integrating mechanical and electronic security systems; coupled to the latest developments in media technology (e.g. RFID, Biometrics). John Hardman, KABA.
12:20 – 12:55 Flexibility and Application of Revolving Doors, Interlocks, Turnstiles and Barriers. Considering specifications and the balance of aesthetics, security and emergency egress factors. Clive Baker, KABA.
12:55 – 13:10 ‘Round-Up’ and Questions and Answers.
13:10 – 13:15 Close – Allan Hildage, Chairman, Association of Security Consultants.
13.15 – 14.15 Drinks followed by Buffet Luncheon – and a great opportunity to follow-up with the speakers and to extend professional networks in a convivial setting.
Forthcoming* ASC Events
Wednesday 17th October 2012 – ASC Business Group Meeting at 33 Bury Street, London SW1Y 4AX.
Thursday 8th November 2012 – CONSEC 2012 at RAF Museum, Hendon. ‘The big one!’
For further details of any future ASC event please contact The Secretary:
The Secretary, Association of Security Consultants Secretariat, Balderton Hall, Fernwood, Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire NG24 3JR.
Telephone: ++44 (0)1636 643959 Fax: ++44 (0)1636 643911
E-mail: secretary@securityconsultants.org.uk
* A calendar of events for 2012 appears on www.securityconsultants.org.uk details updated closer to events