PSSA Bulletin - Issue 2

LPS 1175 fencing secures West Midlands Data Centre Jacksons Fencing provide a case study on installing a perimeter security package at a data centre in theWest Midlands. Physical data centre security is critical to satisfy privacy regulations and prevent loss of information, as well as to protect against espionage and terrorism. With demand rising for a West Midlands data centre, Jacksons was appointed to carry out the installation of fencing, gates, access control and automation, to create a strong perimeter security solution. Jacksons had previously provided secure internal compounds as protection for sensitive areas at this site using its Barbican® Defender Xtreme System. Because of the past effectiveness of this, Jacksons was contacted to provide a complete perimeter solution following the development of other plots adjacent to the site. Once all the groundworks were completed, Jacksons installed 296m of 2.5m high Barbican Defender® Xtreme fencing. This vertical bar fence design with its cranked pales provides a strong anti-climb solution without the need for hostile and intimidating barbed tape or spikes, meaning it complied with complicated and detailed local planning regulations. It features a welded pale- through-rail construction with tamper-proof fixings and concealed anti-vandal panel to post connectors. These design features create a strong and secure fence with a smart appearance, creating a welcoming sight for clients and staff whilst securing the site against unauthorised access. Manufactured from tubular steel which is hot dip galvanised, the fencing is strong and light - making installation and transportation easier. The fencing was Secured by Design approved and LPS1175 A1 certified, providing protection against opportunistic attacks, having passed the test devised by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) and carried out by BRE. To achieve this security rating the fencing had to delay several attacks using category A tools. To complete the full perimeter package, several gates were installed, including a 6m wide automated Double Leaf Bi-Fold Speed Gate with traffic lights to provide safe and efficient access and traffic control. Two dual-height access control posts were installed. The integrated entry/exit system uses audio/video intercoms and keypads/card reader systems at both car and lorry heights. All the gate automation is CE marked and installed by Jacksons’ own engineers who are trained to a minimum of DHF level 2. The fencing, gates, and turnstile were all polyester powder coated in green RAL 6005, for a long-lasting, durable finish which helps to prevent corrosion. All products are supplied with their 25-year service life guarantee as standard. Jacksons is the only manufacturer that backs up their products with this 25-year guarantee, meaning that not only do their products provide peace of mind but they also contribute towards added sustainability. Your biggest business challenge? Currently we are finding the biggest business challenges are workforce labour and supply chain global shortages, closely followed by steel prices. Your greatest unrealised personal ambition? One day to become a dive master instructor, currently a certified rescue diver. Unlike the UK, Australia had just one new Prime Minister last year. If your government could do just one thing that would help your business, what would it be? Ezi is Australian based and the biggest issue is inflation in our country, followed by the skilled labour shortage due to covid. Get to know the PSSA Council members… Council member: Troy Donnelly Company: Ezi Security Systems Current position: General Manager, joined company in 2004 Years on PSSA Council: 2 ISSUE 2  | PSSA BULLETIN 23