Sky Betting & Gaming has taken on an additional 134,000 sq. ft. of office space covering seven floors at Wellington Place in Leeds.

The company, which is one of the biggest employers in the city, initially moved to the site in 2010. It already occupies numbers 2 and 6 Wellington Place and will now take on number 4, which is the latest phase of the 1.5m sq ft development

EA Group have received an order today for the security speed lanes which will be installed in early 2021. The image below gives an impression of the new modern facilities:

Canadian firm The Stars Group, which bought Sky Betting & Gaming in April 2018, will occupy office space over seven floors. Employees will have access to a south-facing roof terrace overlooking Tower Square, basement parking and secure cycle space, plus shower and changing facilities.

These come in addition to the existing community benefits including access to green space, an outdoor fitness centre and a diverse programme of community events and wellbeing initiatives.

“Today, SBG has over 1,300 people, spread over two separate buildings and six floors in Leeds. Our new offices at 4 Wellington Place will see one team working together in a specially designed modern building with fantastic community aspects on offer to our employees, including beekeeping, free fitness sessions and wellbeing initiatives. It’s a real cause to celebrate.”

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Security is vital to every business, especially for corporation buildings that are accessible to the public. However, it’s very unlikely that every company will want members of the public being able to physically enter into their facilities once they reach reception, as an example, which is why several security systems are being introduced.

Fortunately, the team at the EA Group have a great understanding of the security industry, enabling them to be able to create this guide covering why speed gates are becoming increasingly popular in recent years.

Prevents tailgating

The primary reason why they are so popular is that they provide great security, but it’s important to understand how. Previously several gate options have been undependable due to the ability to tailgate each other to get through the barrier, often because they aren’t supposed to have access, to begin with.

Almost all speed stile gates are now created with highly perceptive infra-red and dual access sensors, making it near enough impossible for tailgaters to go undetected. Even if there was an attempt to try and go through one of these barriers, it’s likely that an alarm will be activated, which raise attention for a member of staff to attend to the concern.

Integrates with many third-party devices

It’s possible that before the introduction of speed gates, many businesses would have already had an entrance control system, often through the use of ID cards or badges. Fortunately, most security speed gates can integrate with many third-party devices such as these, enabling more companies to have the opportunity to install these systems with ease.

In terms of health and safety, they can also be linked with other vital third-party systems including the building’s fire system to guarantee that the gates are continuously open and operational.

Quick to process people

As the name gives away, these security gates are known for being speedy and efficient. This is often one of the crucial aspects for particular industries that require security, such as offices or leisure facilities, where they continuously handle a substantial amount of people at a single time. With the implemented innovations, the security systems can read ID cards quickly whilst also guaranteeing that no issues occur including tailgating and long queues.

Manual control operation

Unlike a few notable electrical security system alternatives, speed gates can also be controlled manually if required. For this, it’s likely that a control panel will be installed close to the gates so that a member of security can continuously overlook who the gates are permitting through, as well as enabling the option for manually opening and closing the gates if required.

More than one type

Every business has its unique security requirements, which is why it’s ideal most manufacturers can devise speed gate systems that are tailored for their needs. Often this revolves around how many lanes they will require, where it advised the more people you have to enter the premises, the more lanes you include. Additional variants include narrow or wide lanes, tall glass gates, and bespoke finishes.

Modern and sleek design

Although the design and finish of speed gates may vary depending on the manufacturer, overall they are very aesthetically pleasing. Due to this, many companies will often consider this more than the advanced security features that special edition speed gates provider, where they will simply choose a system based on its look within the business environment.

Thinking about introducing them into your business?

For those that now have a keen interest in installing security speed gates into their business, why not confer with an expert, like the EA Group? Having been established for numerous years, we have become one of the UK’s most reputable suppliers for advanced security products and services, most notably speed gates. By calling +44 (0) 1372 459536, you will have the opportunity to speak to one of our experts who will be happy to recommend the most suitable system based on your requirements.

Airports are amongst one of the most secure and safeguarded locations in most countries, after all, thousands of people pass through each airport every day. Due to this reason, it’s nearly impossible for just human intervention to guarantee the safety and protection of all passengers, which is why numerous security systems have been implemented.

With that being said, to give you a better understanding of the different security measures that airports have enforced, the talented team at the EA Group has created this guide on the most common types of security systems in all airports across the world.

 

Passenger pre-board screening

The first and most known security system that is utilised in airports includes passenger pre-board screening. This primarily involves passengers going through metal detection systems, as well as x-ray systems to check that passengers aren’t attempting to carry any undislocated or illegal items through into the airport.

It’s also likely that the cabin baggage screening process will be completed simultaneously when you are being screened. During this process, the passengers’ carry-on items will be checked through x-ray systems so that they can identify any items that aren’t permitted for air travel or to be taken through into the airside zone.

 

Hold baggage screening

Any luggage that is checked-in prior to going through to security will also need to be checked over within a process called hold-baggage screening. Similar to cabin baggage screening, all of the items that are checked-in be processed through an x-ray system, as well as being processed with computer tomography and explosive detection systems.

 

CCTV

CCTV systems are one of the most crucial security solutions regardless of the specific location in the airport, primarily because they can be installed to monitor every single movement happening. It’s often the case that all of these cameras will be closely monitored in a control center, where trained teams will be looking at these cameras around the clock to guarantee any suspicious behaviour is dealt with appropriately.

Fortunately, various commercial CCTV systems are becoming smarter in terms of autonomous recognition. Especially for airports, where numerous individuals look to go to in order to flee the country, smart CCTV systems are able to track, identify and alert the authorities if they are caught on the camera.

 

Passenger access control

Depending on their airport, it’s likely that they will also have implemented passenger access control systems in order to control where they can enter. A suitable example is for passengers’ boarding passes, where they will scan them on a speed gate or security turnstile in order to be granted access to the next zone within the airport.

 

Restricted area identity card

Especially in airports, there are several areas that are restricted from passengers, but they still need to be accessible to staff. Depending on the airport, it’s likely that they have installed heavy-duty security doors that require an identity card to open, though there are several other alternatives including security speed gates as mentioned above.

 

Security bollards

Not only do individuals need to be prevented access, so do vehicles. Many notable airports have road infrastructure close or running into the airport, but not all of these vehicles are permitted. Due to this, many airports have implemented security bollards which are designed to work with third-party applications including their ID passes so that relevant people can be granted access when needed.

 

Can these systems benefit your business?

Although this guide is based on the security systems used within an airport, there is no reason why most of these systems can’t be used for commercial businesses. Fortunately for those that are keen on finding out more, the EA Group is here to help.

As one of the UK’s reputable providers for advanced security systems and entrance solutions, we have worked with almost every industry, enabling our team to have the expertise to guarantee you the very best solutions and services possible. By calling +44 (0) 1372 459536, you will have the opportunity to speak to one of our specialists who will be more than happy to suggest the most suitable systems based on your specific needs and requirements.

 

The security trade is one of the most criticised and probed industries across the world, where many are arguing there more should be done to increase the overall quality of the industry. Fortunately, there are many improvements and developments thanks to many private security firms investing in the latest advancements.

 

Why is this happening?

  • Consistency

One of the primary reasons why automated security systems are becoming the norm is because they are highly consistent. With the way that they are designed, using a specialist database, algorithm, and rules, they have continuously been proven to show consistency in their specific role.

A great example is this includes the use of turnstiles that require specific input such as a valid ticket to be usable. Using this system allows users to simply swipe their valid ID to be granted access, whereas previously they would need to be manually checked, potentially resulting in human error, therefore not consistent.

  • Focused attention

Even a security guard can lose attention from time to time, whereas autonomous security systems are strictly designed for their specific purpose, after all, it is a computer system. Due to this reason, it’s more than likely that consistency is achieved as mentioned above, but can also guarantee no issue goes unmissed, enabling for human interaction only when it’s really required.

  • Simplifies investigation process

As mentioned above, these systems will only trigger the requirement for human interaction when really required, but it doesn’t mean they aren’t working in the background. Systems such as automated number plate recognition operate by reading, reviewing and checking the registration within seconds, whereas, this may take much longer if carried out by a specific individual.

  • Potential to save costs

Although the up-front fee for some notable automatic systems is considerably high, over time, this should be considered as a cost-effective solution. There is, of course, the potential that they can replace the requirement for human cooperation in specific sectors, but it’s also advised that they become introduced alongside human interaction, further increasing the efficiency and productivity.

What can you do?

Simply jump on board and carry out your research to find the most suitable automated security systems that are suited to your business. We are just at the very beginning stage of automating the security industry, though there is still a large range of systems that can be implemented in every business that will provide advantages.

Contact the EA Group

If you are keen on speaking to a specialist company regarding advanced and autonomous security and entrance solutions, then be sure to contact the EA Group today. As a business, we focus on giving you the very best service available by providing the very best products and services, as well as our first-class customer service.

To get in touch with our team, simply call +44 (0) 1372 459536 where you can confer with one of our experts who will be happy to recommend the most suitable solutions based on your requirements. For general enquiries, you can also send our team a message via our website, though be sure to include your contact details so that we can get in touch at the earliest convenience.

The Union Jack Club is for all serving and veteran enlisted members of HM Armed Forces and their families, providing a unique and inspiring meeting venue in the heart of London that is a popular and affordable venue for a variety of events for Members, Military Associations, HM Armed Forces, charities and businesses.

EA Group is proud to have been the provider of waist height speedlanes, door automation, and full height turnstiles during the refurbishment of this venue.

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Another great solution and installation by the EA Group. This was a turnkey solution for our client. Our works included our slim lanes, balustrade with cable containment.

Part of the brief was to gain access with either biometric fingerprint, NFC so staff could use their mobile devices to enter as well as proximity cards or fobs, and all connected to their active directory for ultimate control. Works were also carried outside of normal working hours at the clients’ request.

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We are delighted to report that following a courtesy visit to one of our clients in Weybridge Surrey. The EA Swing Speed Lanes we recently installed are exceeding their high expectations. Furthermore, the feedback from their users has been excellent.

EA Swing S Tops

First of all, the clients remit was clear. To procure the finest and most reliable slim foot speed gates for their prestigious new office reception area, but within the shortest time frame.

EA could supply and install our beautiful high-quality speed gate products from stock held in the UK.
Consequently, by eliminating manufacturing time. We delivered the project, with a very impressive product, in the fastest turnaround.

The main fit out contractor was only on site for 4 weeks. Within this period, we visited, quoted, re-surveyed, installed and left the Speed Lanes as you see them in these images above.

You can read more about our high quality Speed Gate products here.

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WHG Housing Association came to EA Group and required a solution to their fairly new but drafty building.

As we often see they have two pairs of draft lobbies that sit opposite each other and when open they let air conditioned air out and hot or cold air in, this is particularly noticeable in the winter as the cold enters and fills the atrium within.

We proposed that the lobbies could be altered to have a DDA door to each side, remove one pair of sliding doors internally and replace with UK manufactured all glass revolving doors. The outer set remain to offer an extra line of security out of hours.

Whilst on site we were shown another set of sliding doors that were operated with access control, these were priced with a much better solution of high glass speed lanes. to stop tailgating.

Another service we were able to offer were full renders to the client so they could envisage the changes. Below are just a few:

The WHG Walsall entrance before new revolving doors installed

 

A rendered impression of how the WHG Walsall building will look when complete, showing the new revolving doors

 

A rendered impression of the new entrance at the WHG Walsall building showing new revolving door installed

 

A CAD rendered impression by EA Group of WHG Walsall showing High Glass Speed Gates turnstiles installed

 

EA Group won this under competitive tender and we are pleased to say that not only did we show good value, we will be able to turn this around much faster than our competitors who import.

In one case we are a third of our competitor’s lead-time.

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Sweeper-S Speed Lane

I proudly write to say we have just sold a number of EA Swing-S slim speed lanes to this client in Salford, Manchester. Talk Talk went to the market earlier this year and contacted a number of companies looking for minimalist lanes for the refurbishment of their Soapworks facility. Our slim speed lanes and pass gates were specified thereafter and will be installed on three floors. Works commence in early 2018

Speed Gates - Sweeper-S

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Improbable Worlds Limited (commonly referred to as Improbable) are a British multinational technology company founded in 2012 with its headquarters in Farringdon, London.

The company have created SpatialOS, which is a computation platform that enables the creation of massive simulations and virtual worlds for use in video games and corporate simulations. The firm partnered with Google in December 2016.

Improbable Worlds came to us with a requirement to enhance the security to the main and side entrances of their London offices. We raised a quote on the same day of the survey, and our EA Swing Speed Lanes were installed just six weeks later.