Electronic Protection and Security Systems
Electronic Protection and Security Systems

Author: Gerard Honey

Publisher: Newnes

Published: 1998-11-16

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 9780750642293

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This book provides a concise guide to the selection, design and installation of the wide range of security systems in use in domestic, public and commercial contexts. The range of products covered includes intruder alarms, fire alarms, call systems, access control, vehicle protection, emergency and security lighting, closed circuit TV (CCTV) and intercoms. Electronic Protection and Security Systems is essential reading for all security system installers and designers. It is also an invaluable guide for managers selecting and supervising security systems, local government, police, and security-conscious householders and vehicle owners. This book provides a wide ranging foundation for SITO NVQ students. The second edition of this popular book has been updated to cover the latest technology in ID, communication equipment, fire alarm wiring techniques, TV camera links, wireless systems, Paknet, etc. Gerard Honey's clear, practical text draws on his wealth of experience designing and installing security and protection systems. He is also the author of Intruder Alarms, a comprehensive text for the SITO NVQs in that topic. Includes latest technology Comprehensive practical guide

Low Voltage Wiring: Security/Fire Alarm Systems
Low Voltage Wiring: Security/Fire Alarm Systems

Author: Terry Kennedy

Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional

Published: 2001-09-21

Total Pages: 419

ISBN-13: 007138958X

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Best-of-the-best guidelines for handling low voltage wiring The A-Z reference on designing, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting modern security and fire alarm systems is now fully up-to-date in a new edition. Prepared by Terry Kennedy and John E. Traister, authors with over three decades of hands-on experience apiece in the construction industry, Low Voltage Wiring: Security/Fire Alarm Systems, Third Edition provides all the appropriate wiring data you need to work on security and fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. A CD-ROM packaged with the book conveniently puts at your fingertips sample forms, checklists, a fully-searchable glossary, and hot-linked industry reference URLs. In addition, you get: *Important safety tips * Lists of regulations * Explanations of emerging technologies *Useful treatments of estimating and bidding * Much more

Security Systems and Intruder Alarms
Security Systems and Intruder Alarms

Author: Vivian Capel

Publisher: Newnes

Published: 1999-05-05

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 9780750642361

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An alarm system and total security coverage is today essential for every factory, business and shop. This book is a comprehensive guide to evaluating security needs, planning and purchasing a system, and managing a security system. It is essential reading for business managers, premises managers, shop owners, shopping centre managers, and security professionals. As well as a complete guide to alarm systems, including their installation, Vivian Capel explores all areas of security that should concern businesses, encompassing fire, fraud, liability claims, shoplifting, violence to staff and computer crime. The second edition is a long awaited revision that brings this popular guide up to date with the latest technology and recent developments in security strategy, such as the applications of CCTV. In addition, a case study has been added which provides the reader with an opportunity to test their own knowledge and judgement- solutions are provided at the end of the chapter! New edition contains new information to bring this popular title up-to-date with latest developments Excellent reference guide for security professionals, general managers, shop owners etc. Useful for students following the relevant NVQ programmes from SITO

Securing Home and Business
Securing Home and Business

Author: Simon Hakim

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 1996-12-19

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 9780750696296

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Taken from interviews with professional burglars, this book is a guide to security in homes & businesses. It describes where intrusions most often occur, how burglars are most likely to gain access & the burglar's most common actions on the premises

Home Security
Home Security

Author: Vivian Capel

Publisher: Newnes

Published: 1997-07-22

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9780750635462

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Every reason now exists to make homes more secure: the crime rate is increasing, insurance companies are insisting on adequate protection, and more householders are improving home security, so criminals are seeking out the easier jobs - one of which could be yours! This book provides practical, independent guidance. It shows how burglars work, and how to thwart them. In a jargon-free way, the selection and installation of alarm systems are described in this practical guide for home-owners.

Design and Application of Security/fire-alarm Systems
Design and Application of Security/fire-alarm Systems

Author: John E. Traister

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13:

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A revision of the highly popular guide to the design and installation of security and fire alarm systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. The book covers how-to methods for equipment selection, system design, cost estimating, system installation, and troubleshooting. Designed for quick reference and on-the-job use, it includes scores of diagrams, drawings and photographs to illustrate every design and installation procedure.