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Published: April 23, 2021

Our Guide to Perimeter Security

Advancements in technology and manufacturing capabilities have broadened the applications of perimeter security into more common sectors like commercial, retail, transportation, and...

Physical Security Measures Breakdown and Tips

These are the tools designed to prohibit unauthorized access to facilities, equipment and assets as well as protecting staff and property from...

Understanding Physical Security Standards

Physical security standards are used to represent levels of protection. They're commonly used to ensure that products meet clear requirements.

Securing Property During Lockdown – A Guide

The conditions of Lockdown have inevitably exposed properties to higher physical security threats, but there is advice on how to mitigate these...

Securing New Build Properties: A Comprehensive Guide

Many areas have to be taken into consideration when securing a luxury new build residential property - security and style foremost among...

Our Very Own IWA 14-1 Ram-raid Shutter

Announcing our recent achievement of the IWA 14 accreditation, an anti-ram certification. Here we explain how our shutter was tested and the...

Major Considerations for Protecting Financial Institutions

Every business has to protect itself. Financial institutions are no different and can face enormous scrutiny when things go badly. From retail...

Home Invasion on Billionaire’s Row

Jewellery worth £50m stolen in a home invasion on Billionaire's Row highlights how sabotage must be defended against with physical security measures.

Securing Museums Against Theft

There are major flaws in the approach to securing museums, galleries and high-value buildings through-out Europe - but what needs to change?

Introduction to Physical Security Planning

For an introduction to physical security planning, here is our recommended two-step process for evaluating and validating any project.

Equilux Secures Luxury Coastal Property in French Riviera

For security and privacy, Equilux Shutters were required as a trusted security system for this luxury French Riveria coastal property.

Video: How to Specify a Lintel Shutter

Discover the most effective route to specifying a custom lintel shutter for ultra-prime residential properties through thoughtful integration.

Major Home Security Blunders and How to Avoid Them

How do those in the spotlight secure their luxury homes? These major security blunders highlight important lessons in home security.

Access Options for Luxury Homes

For luxury properties, access may be the difference between a secure home and a vulnerable one. Is a biometric fingerprint reader the...

A Designer’s Guide to Shutter Curtain Styles

For teams responsible for aesthetics, here's our guide to security shutter curtains and finishes for ultra-prime residential market for designers.

Integrated Shutter Controls for Ultra-Prime Properties

For ultra-prime residential properties, ensuring the security measures implemented are network-ready offers more than just security.

Physical Security Threats & Vulnerabilities

What are the common physical security threats? Here are the basics for an effective mitigation plan when approach property security. Read on.

Protecting Against Blast: The Complete Guide

Access the latest Charter Global Guide, created to provide a definitive overview of protecting against blast and explosion, and an overview of...

Should I be servicing my security shutters?

Servicing security shutters is vital for ensuring the safety of both occupants and public. Whilst not compulsory, there are heavy legal implications...

Defending Against Blast With The Obexion Blast Blind

Defending against blast is an major concern currently with the UK Terror Threat at Severe, so the Obexion Blast Blind has never...

LPS 1175 Issue 8: Everything You Need to Know

LPS 1175 Issue 8 is an important advance on Issue 7 of the LPS 1175 Standard, allowing specification of both tool categories...

Securing Vacant Business Premises Over Christmas

Whether a premises is sat vacant for two days or two weeks, ensuring the property is protected from unwanted visitors during the...

Forced Entry: Bodily Force – A Guide from Charter Global

Charter Global have produced a Forced Entry Guide to help specifiers understand the real-life implications of the threat of Bodily Force to...

How Equilux are Solving the Residential Security Problem of Compromise

Integration of around the clock security It is not at all surprising to learn that Ultra High Net Worth Individuals, high-profile government...

Five tips for tackling home invasion, National Home Security Month

To raise awareness of residential security and the rising statistics of home invasion, Charter Global provide five tips as part of National...

Introducing the new Charter Global

Keeping design in thought and security in mind, every element of our new website has been been built to inspire a proactive...

4 Common Misconceptions about Securing a Luxury Retail Premises

Luxury retailers, by their very nature, house expensive goods that are often a desirable target for opportunists and those who plan severe...

Security Tested Roller Shutters – are they the right choice for my property?

A growing number of property protection products, including roller shutters, are security tested by the LPCB to a range of security ratings.

Obexion MD XR Solution – CPNI Approved Shutter for UK Government Use

We're delighted to announce that we have been awarded CPNI (Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure) approval of our Obexion MD...

LPS 1175 Security Ratings Explained

LPS 1175 Security Ratings explained: this is the complete guide to what the LPS 1175 standard really is, why it is important,...

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