Commsec Security

New control room manager for Commsec

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:56:35 +0000

Community Security Group has appointed John Gawlyk as Control Room Manager based at its state of the art facility in Beswick. Although new to the security industry, John brings to Commsec a wealth of managerial experience gained at J. H. Ashworth and Benson Turner and his main focus will be to maximize customer service levels as the Group expands into new markets in 2012.

Commsec is saving energy for Prestwich Arts College

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:00:13 +0000

Community Security Group has provided an energy saving and cost effective lighting solution for Prestwich Arts College as part of its integrated security project for the prestigious Bury based school.

The brief was to help the college achieve significant energy savings without compromising on light quality and aesthetics, whilst maintaining appropriate lux levels. This was achieved through using LED lighting products in the classrooms and corridors that offer up to 50% energy savings in many areas. The school’s sports hall, which doubles as an exam hall when required, was problematic in that the existing sodium/mercury low bay fittings provided a depreciated lux level but this was resolved by converting to a dedicated 150w LED high bay solution that is now saving in excess of 6kw of power per hour.

The LED lighting project was undertaken as part of the college’s modernisation project, whereby Commsec supplied and installed a new access control system and expanded its existing CCTV system.

This award winning, vibrant school has a reputation for high achievement and likewise, Community Security Group was able to apply its own unique expertise to protect the school’s assets and the environment.

Tony Nuttall, Managing Director of Commsec, said that the project had run smoothly and that all the new and existing system upgrades had perfectly integrated to provide a long term solution for the college, backed by an ongoing tailor made service and maintenance programme.

Safe at play at St Brigids

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:17:34 +0000

Community Ironworks, the metal fabrication arm of Community Security Group was called to assist local school, St Brigids, when the Beswick primary school needed more playground security recently.
In response to an OFSTED recommendation, Head Teacher, Julie Myles requested Commsec Ironworks to erect a high, mesh security fence around the children’s play area as the existing low level, wooden fence was deemed unsuitable. To prevent further unauthorised access to the play area, a new double gate was erected and both the security fencing and gates were made to match the schools existing metal work in style and colour.
For safety reasons, the installation work took place over several evenings and was completed in record time. Mrs Myles was pleased with the results and thanked Commsec for its quick response, care and attention. The bright blue powder coated finish matched the schools colour perfectly!
This project is one of many undertaken by local schools in partnership with Commsec. The company is a specialist in this sector and has designed and implemented many security features for schools, colleges and academies in the Greater Manchester region.

Commsec promises to remember Alzheimer’s Society in 2012

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:10:40 +0000

Community Security Group has announced that it has joined forces with Alzheimer’s Society to raise funds for the charity and to help increase awareness during 2012.
At a presentation held at The Security Park in Beswick, CSG’s Myles Hartley handed over the first donation cheque to the Society’s Community Fundraiser for Greater Manchester, Jo Burton and the Area Fundraising Manager, North West, Katrina Bury.
Myles affirmed that Commsec “is committed to a sustained plan of action to support the fundraising efforts of Alzheimer’s Society and we will actively be encouraging our own clients and suppliers to do the same.” He added, “As a local company we do all we can to get involved in community initiatives and the local Alzheimer’s Society is renowned for its fantastic work here. We will do everything we can to help them to provide essential services to those affected by dementia.”
At the presentation, Jo Burton thanked Community Security Group, saying, “Alzheimer’s Society is grateful for the generous support it receives from it corporate sponsors, without whom it could not raise the necessary funds to provide support to people with dementia and their carers and to pay for research to find a cure.”

More local retailers sign up for security

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:39:07 +0000

Community Security Group has been at the forefront of retail security for over 20 years and has reported a marked increase in the number of local retailers that have signed up for new security systems, from CCTV systems and intruder alarms, to physical security products such as roller shutters, window grilles and barriers.

LLG Wheelchairs is a good example. From a shop on Kirkhall Lane, Leigh, it sells a range of motorised scooters and wheelchairs to local and UK-wide customers and has done since 1983. Manager, Gary Blood, approached Commsec recently to help him resolve problems he was encountering such as stock theft and an increased criminal element that were negatively affecting his business. Commsec recommended a CCTV system that could monitor activity throughout the store during opening hours, with the additional benefit that the premises could be monitored remotely after hours. Gary stated: “Commsec has installed a simple but effective dome camera system that covers every nook and cranny in the store, including vulnerable areas like the cash point and the images are relayed to the back office where I can monitor them throughout the day. At night, I can acess the system via my PC or mobile phone to check that my premises are safe and all images are recorded and stored off site. There are other benefits too” he adds. “The health and safety aspect of my business has improved and I am more at ease knowing that I am offering better protection for my staff and customers.”

LLG Wheelchairs is not the only retailer enjoying the benefits of improved security. Bonnie’s Cafe and City Chippy in Beswick have also signed up for new security systems with Commsec.

Chris Lennon of Commsec explained: “Our systems are very smart, yet simple to install and operate. They offer a range of benefits to retailers who feel the need to improve their store security; they are an effective deterrent against theft and vandalism and can play an important role in any prosecution process.”

CSG wins security tender for Prestwich Arts College

admin — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:28:38 +0000

Local security company, Community Security Group, recently won the tender to provide a new state-of-the-art integrated security system for Prestwich Arts College.

The project entailed the supply and installation of a new access control system, the expansion of its existing CCTV system and included the supply of all the peripheral electrical components. Negotiations are currently underway for CSG to manage the ongoing service and maintenance requirements for the system at the Bury based educational facility.

Prestwich Arts College is an award winning, vibrant school with a reputation for high achievement and an aptitude for Arts and Media (in 2004 it was designated as one of the government’s specialist ‘Arts Colleges’). Accordingly, it has specialist facilities to secure, such as a 250 capacity theatre, a recording studio and a creative media suite.

Managing Director of CSG, Tony Nuttall, commented: “We are proud to add Prestwich Arts College to our ever-growing client portfolio of schools and colleges. We actively seek out and try to win these kinds of projects because providing a secure environment for pupils and staff compliments our corporate policy to support our local community. At the same time we ensure that they get excellent service, reliability and a cost effective integrated security solution.”

Community Security Group offers integrated security solutions to its private and public sector clients. Commsec Ironworks and Lock, Alarm and Safe Company worked alongside Commsec Security to complete this complex project.

Commsec signs new City South deal

admin — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:07:46 +0000

Local integrated security company, Commsec, has been sub-contracted by a leading affordable housing construction group to upgrade concierge services for City South Manchester Housing Trust’s Fulton Court, Hornchurch Court, Duffield Court and Royce Court in Manchester.
The latest upgrade involves changing the existing Tynetec concierge system to a GDX concierge system at each block, which is monitored from the Community Security Group control room.
Community Security Group has already completed Phase 1 of City South’s concierge upgrade at St. Georges Court, Thomas Court, Westcott Court and Ledburn Court and forthcoming Phase 3, which entails upgrades to Hulme, Meredith and Hopton Courts brings the total value of the project to almost £2 million.
Commsec General Manager, Marie Dunn, said after signing the new deal: “We are regularly recommended as a preferred contractor and we have consistently won multi-million pound tenders on the strength of our quality products, services and our vast experience in the housing sector.”
Besides City South Manchester Housing Trust, Commsec has worked on projects for Adactus Housing Group, Northwards Housing and Manchester City Council’s Private Finance Initiatives.

A new lesson for old schools

admin — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:27:21 +0000

The Community Security Group, based in Beswick, Greater Manchester, has been working with local schools to modernise older school buildings, ensuring that they comply with the strict requirements laid down by The Office for Standards in Education (OFSTED) and other regulatory bodies – particularly in the area of safety and security.
OFSTED has led the national drive to ensure that every school is properly secured to make sure that children and staff remain safe in school hours. During routine school inspections, security weaknesses are identified and an action plan is put into place to address any problem areas. Broken gates, damaged perimeter fencing and rusty railings are hazardous and need to be repaired or replaced. Automatic or manual wrought iron gating and additional fencing is often recommended to cordon off restricted areas for added physical security and access control, video entry and other electrical security systems are routinely prescribed to assist with screening and controlling visitor access.
A project entailing the design, manufacture and installation of perimeter fencing and railings, an intercom system, CCTV system, fire doors and roller shutter doors was undertaken at St Patrick’s Roman Catholic Primary School in Collyhurst. Community Security answered the brief from the head teacher to address problems that had been identified by OFSTED that concerned keeping track of people entering and leaving the school premises. With existing facilities deemed to be inadequate, Community Security used an integrated approach, addressing the key issues and modernising the building’s boundaries and its systems to match the best of contemporary education facilities. Wrought iron double gates were especially designed for the school and a Videx intercom system allows staff to identify visitors before allowing them access.
Additional fencing was erected in the school grounds to isolate off-limit areas and this greatly improved the safety and security aspect for children and staff. More recently, work was undertaken to design, manufacture and install window grilles, bin cages and roller shutter doors which are a must for modern schools that have to guard against loss through criminal activity and vandalism.
St Malachy’s Roman Catholic Primary School was founded in 1930 and it was during a recent inspection by fire officers that the upper two floors of the three storey school faced closure unless immediate measures were taken to renew the fire doors. Community Security manufactured and installed the new fire doors within just three weeks, completing the project whilst the school was closed for the February holidays. The school’s 80 year old railings were rusted and unsafe and were also replaced in 2010 in a project to improve security for pupils, staff and visitors to the school. Securing the perimeter of the school took a mere six weeks to complete in the summer holidays and the children now play safely while unauthorised persons cannot gain access to school grounds.
Community Security Group Managing Director, Tony Nuttall, founded the Group in 1992. It has since established itself at the forefront of the security industry by constantly innovating and improving the quality of its products and services which include CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, ironworks, locksmiths and security retail. Whilst its client base comprises a mix of individuals, companies and public organizations, Nuttall has a special interest in supporting the local community and he particularly enjoys working with schools in the area. He commented: “We work closely with the head teachers of many local schools and we are always available to help with anything from faulty locks and lost keys to designing and installing sophisticated security systems. There are too many older schools in Greater Manchester and with all the budget cuts to come, we are trying to do the best we can to modernise and enhance school security without damaging the respect for our historical buildings.”

Sport City – CCTV/Monitoring Case Study

admin — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:05:00 +0000

Our expertise in wireless technology allowed us to formulate the perfect solution and a system was put in place whereby the control room at Commsec Security monitors the area on most days, with control being handed over to the client and local police during event days, so that any required response can be faster.

Commsec Security is also responsible for comprehensive maintenance of the system, a situation which is helped by our monitoring of the CCTV on site, as any problems can be diagnosed and remedied within hours of them developing. As a result of our flexibility, we maintain the account and good relations with Sport City.

Tuatara Mill – Access Control Case Study

admin — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 11:03:07 +0000

After a site visit, our account managers recommended a Paxton Net2 access control system, which would allow for zonal access, ensuring only accredited people could gain access to areas of the building. The advantages of the recommended system was a simple PC-based management system, allowing remote alteration of access permissions and zonal grouping. It also ensured that all persons entering the building were given access to zones suitable for them, i.e. their office space. Furthermore, it integrated seamlessly with the intruder alarm system already in place in the building.

Commsec Security has maintained friendly ties with the management company and continue to maintain and upgrade the system as required.