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Page 5 - Blog
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- July 05, 2022
Heres what went down at our AES Roadshow incase you missed it!
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- May 23, 2022
Protect your customers with our chosen Covid-19 busters!
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- May 06, 2022
New Low Cost Delivery Option for orders under £50 net
Let’s be honest, none of us like paying exorbitant delivery charges for the products we need. It always seems worse when we want to buy a low cost item and the cost of delivery can make it totally uneconomical. And if you start to search elsewhere for a ‘Free delivery’ option, the product price is usually priced a lot higher, or is not in stock. Frustrating, totally frustrating.
So the solution? Well, we know we have the best pricing on products. And, we know that we have the best stock supply in the UK - ready to dispatch today. And now, to offer an even better all round package to our customers we’ve introduced a new low cost delivery service for orders under £50.
This service is particularly suited for small items. We’re using the Royal Mail for this new delivery option, which is an untracked small parcel service - which is available from just £3.50. Royal Mail tell us that delivery is usually between 3-5 days.
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- October 04, 2021
Being in control of who and when someone enters your premises is at the core of your property or site safety.
You may hear the term access control used to describe cyber security, but what about your physical security? Physical access control systems are used across a huge range of businesses, organisations and institutions, from schools and offices to security gates and turnstiles.
Access control systems are often installed to protect premises from theft or vandalism, or for places that require higher levels of security or safeguarding. They can use a range of products and accessories to fit each organisation’s needs so there is a solution for everyone.
Thanks to advancements in technology, access control can even be programmed using wireless cloud software, giving you unparalleled access to flexible and scalable security solutions.
But what are the benefits of access control, and how do you know which type is best for you? We will look in-depth at access control systems and provide practical
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- April 16, 2021
Lock Releases from Door Entry Direct
There is no one size fits all when it comes to an installation, and lock installations are no different; certain features may be essential on one job, but not on the next.
We aim to make life easier for our installers, and here we have picked out and compared some select locks from two of the most popular brands that we carry: CDVI and Dorcas.
It can be a challenge to determine exactly what lock you need for a particular installation, and which attributes you require. Dorcas helpfully uses part numbering to help you to easily determine which features a product has, for example:
N
Fail Secure (Standard)
305
Monitored
A
Delay action
400
Fail Secure (Continuous rated)
AB
Sliding delay action
VAC
AC current - Fail Secure
AA
Invisible delay action
D
Unlatching mechanism
AT
Timed Delay Action
F
Adjustable Jaw
500
Fail-Safe
With helpful naming conventions such as this, it can be much simpler to determine and choose the right lock.
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- March 08, 2021
Hands-Free Wi-Fi Monitors
Wi-Fi monitors are popular with end-users, especially in flats and new builds. Customers expect modern equipment that make their lives easier and integrate with their devices.
Tech is embedded in daily life, and people want the freedom to control their activities via a single device - Wi-Fi enabled monitors are a great tool to do so. Customers can download the accompanying app to speed up install. The app will also enable users to configure their system to their preferences. The app is easier to browse through rather than a physical monitor. This makes things easier for both the end-user and installer.
Supported by call forwarding and mobile applications, Wi-Fi monitors provide flexibility. Streamline the day-to-day and manage home security from anywhere.
The products compared below are all hands-free monitors. Hands-free monitors are typically preferred, as they provide a larger screen display.
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- February 12, 2021
Bespoke Panel Coating from Door Entry Direct
Door Entry Direct’s bespoke panel coating service is available on all of the Vandal Resistant (VR) range. Our VR panels are manufactured in-house at our production facility in Park Royal, West London. Made from 2.5mm BS316 Stainless Steel, they are vandal-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and weatherproof.
The bespoke service is designed to allow you to fully customise your panels, in colour, or with any images. From screws, buttons, through to braille, and full-colour name & logo engraving, you can create some stand-out designs that are built to last.
Link IT Solutions went one step further! This unusual project required a custom-built metalwork exterior to be created for our customer’s own equipment; an existing 2N Panel. This is not a panel Door Entry Direct typically manufactures, but we love a challenge!
A totally customised panel from start to finish. Once the modules were supplied to us, our expert team were able to create and custom-coat
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- February 08, 2021
Using IP Door Entry Systems
What is an IP system?
An IP system is a door entry system which communicates on a network. Wiring is simplified as everything in the system is wired to a PoE (Power over Ethernet) switch which supplies the data as well as the power. This wiring is done by Network cable (CAT5/6 cable) and terminated via an RJ45 plug.
What is the difference between an IP system and a 2-wire system?
The difference lies in the way they communicate, devices communicate directly based on a Point-to Point infrastructure. An IP system is networked with a cable of 4 twisted pairs (8 wires) these include: CAT5 or CAT6 compared to a 2-wire system which has only two wires.
Benefits of an IP System:
- No need for seperate power supplies thanks to the PoE switch.
- Communicates directly with the network and registered handset, meaning no need for a monitor inside the flat.
- Integrates with other IP systems. For example, the video feed from the panel can be used by a CCTV System
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- January 06, 2021
NEW YEAR, NEW BUSINESS
Two-wire door entry systems are becoming increasingly popular with installers who seek a quick and easy install compared to traditional-wired systems on the market. Given the ongoing COVID-19 situation, we acknowledge all those who may want to be on site for as little time as possible.
There are a number of reasons why two-wire systems are easy to install:
- If there is an existing installation in place, you can replace with a two- wire or traditional five-wire system. If your existing installation is a two-wire system, then you keep the original wiring. Traditional wiring requires more cabling.
- If you existing installation is a traditional five-wire system, then you can still use this wiring for your two-wire system because you can double up on the cores.
- Installing a two-wire system instead of a traditional five-wire system is easier because there are only two cores to identify in your wiring diagram. For installations with non-polarised two-wire systems,
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- November 27, 2020
Case Study: Flamingo Court, Nottingham
Fermax 2-Wire DUOX system used for major Nottingham retrofit
To view the mentioned products in this article, please click here.
In 2018, one of our major suppliers, Fermax, offered an ideal and cost effective solution to complete a successful upgrade of a large apartment complex in Nottingham.
Working with its approved partner and involving over 90 apartments at Marina Park Nottingham, the challenge was to upgrade an old third-party audio-only system to a modern audio-video system. Also, with minimum disturbance to residents and without incurring excessive high cost.
By using the Fermax 2-Wire DUOX system along with the SKYLINE surface mounted panels and VEO-XS flat screen hands-free video monitors, the installation was completed using existing cables throughout, therefore achieving major reductions in time and material cost.
Flamingo Court, Marina Park, Nottingham
Fermax Skyline Door Entry Panel
Residents were delighted to be able to upgrade
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