SAFETELL LTD
UNIT 46
FAWKES AVENUE
DARTFORD TRADE PARK
DARTFORD
KENT DA1 1JQ
Tel: 01322 223233
Fax: 01322 277751
Suppliers of: Reception Desk Windows communication windows cash desk windows security counters security windows bullet proof screens
We provide physical security products and services to protect sites against criminal and terror attacks. Our products have been tried and tested for over 30 years and are designed to provide full comprehensive levels of protection for employees and company assets, protecting against attacks, intrusions and theft.
We adopt a consultative approach to clients, using a combination of standard and bespoke physical security products to provide organisations of all size with total peace of mind.
Our network of nationwide engineers can provide service and maintenance on ours and third-party products, avoiding costly and unplanned expenditure, keeping you fully operational at all times.
BIM and In-House design capabilities:
Safetell can provide a free design service to specifiers including BIM and CAD files. Please contact us for further information.
CPNI Accredtation:
Our products comply to the most rigourous standards including CPNI accreditation.
Safetell product ranges include:
Door Automation:
We specialise in providing professional door automation solutions for businesses. Our focus is on delivering high-quality products that meet your specific requirements and provide reliable automation for your doors.
Security Doors:
Timber, steel and glazed security doors are available at a range of security levels.
- Glazed Security Doors
- Stalwart Steel Doors
- Timber Security Doors
Screens & Counters:
Protect staff with moving screens, fixed glazing and transfer windows at a range of security levels.
- Moving Screens/Counters
- Pay Windows
- Fixed Glazing & Screens
Security Walling and Partitioning:
Security walling and glazed partitioning for a range of applications and security specifications.
- Panic Rooms / Safe Rooms
- Guard Houses
- ATM Pods
- Security Glazed Partitions
- Secondary Security Glazing
Entrance Control:
A range of Building & Site entrance security solutions to mitigate risk of tailgating, unauthorised access and entry with weapons.
- Speed Gates
- Full Height Turnstiles
- Swing Gates
- Security Passdoors
- Tripod Turnstiles
- Access Control Systems
- Revolving Doors
- Security Portals
Transfer Units:
Transfer of cash, bulk items and valuables from a secure area to a non-secure area without compromising the safety of staff or assets.
- Speech Transfer Systems
- Extending Transaction Drawers
- Pay Stations
- Cash Scoops
- Nightpay Drawers/Hatches
- Vision Panels
- Meridien Transfer Units
- Hopper Transfer Units
Cash & Asset Protection:
We provide a range of solutions for cash protection, cash recycling and cash in transit.
- Cashier Pedestal
- Smoke & Dye Protection
- Cash Tray Inserts
- Cash Drawers
Further technical information in available on the Safetell website or through the BPi download Library.
Safetell Enhances Security and Accessibility For International School
With renewed concerns about terror attacks and other threats facing our schools, many educational institutions are looking for innovative solutions that ensure the safety of their students and staff. After successfully installing ballistic fencing and a guardhouse at a prestigious international school in London, Safetell was contacted once again to improve the security of the school’s reception area.
The primary challenge was to provide a secure area that effectively managed the flow of individuals in and out of the school while preserving the aesthetic and accessibility of the historic building.
Challenge
The client initially approached Safetell through a security consultant, who had previously engaged with the school but was different for this particular project. The school recognised the need to enhance security at its public entrance while maintaining the integrity of its historic listed entrance doors. Safetell was asked to create a secure interlock system using glazed partitioning and automated doors (EN1627 RC4 Glazing – Attack glazing), allowing only one door to open at a time to assess the security risk of incoming visitors before granting access to the reception area.
The project also involved the installation of a fire door and an additional swinging/sliding door at a staff entrance, both concealed behind listed timber doors. Due to the unique architectural and structural constraints of the building, the entire solution had to be highly bespoke, making the design phase particularly intricate and lengthy.
Solution
To address these challenges, Safetell devised a comprehensive solution that comprised a secure lobby with interlock doors positioned behind the school’s original front entrance doors. The automated doors were designed to ensure that only one door could open at a time, enabling a controlled and secure entry process. The glazing used for the partitioning met EN1627 RC4 standards for attack resistance. This bespoke solution was tailored to fit the building’s unique requirements, which included accommodating structural columns, roof configurations, and other architectural constraints. The entire project spanned from 2018 to 2023, with extensive efforts invested in agreeing upon the design, security risk levels, and aesthetics. The actual installation, including door automation, was completed within 2-3 weeks.
Outcome
The challenges faced during this installation revolved around designing a system that simultaneously provided the required level of security and allowed for the smooth entry and exit of visitors, including those with mobility challenges. Safetell leveraged its decades of design expertise, specialized products, and ongoing communication with the client to gain a deep understanding of their specific needs.
Ultimately, the client was highly satisfied with the result. The secure interlock system seamlessly blended with the historic aesthetics of the school’s entrance while significantly enhancing security. As a testament to the success of this project, plans for an additional project in the near future were initiated.
Continuity from Previous Project
This project was a continuation of Safetell’s partnership with the school. In a prior engagement, the school sought to proactively address security risks, ranging from low-level threats to potential attacks involving firearms and vehicles. The primary challenge was to secure the school’s perimeter while maintaining an open and inviting environment for the children to play.
Safetell collaborated with the school and the main contractor to design and manufacture a ballistic boundary system that incorporated ballistic-resistant walling and discreetly positioned PAS 68 bollards. This system served as a shield, preventing large vehicles from ramming into the school. The walling itself consisted of bullet-resistant armour and glass to safeguard against firearm attacks.
To maintain outward visibility and light transparency while obscuring views into the school, mirror-coated glass and vertical architectural fins were employed. The design also had to blend seamlessly with the surrounding environment, ensuring a sympathetic aesthetic. Green lights were strategically added to create an attractive illumination along the boundary.
Safetell also constructed a guardhouse using its LPS-accredited CityWall system and Stalwart doors to provide security officers with a dedicated space to receive visitors and monitor activities inside and outside the school.
Conclusion
Safetell’s collaboration with this prestigious UK school is a testimony to its proficiency in addressing complex security challenges while maintaining architectural aesthetics and accessibility requirements. The successful implementation of secure interlock systems and ballistic boundary solutions underscores the company’s commitment to providing tailored and effective security solutions for educational institutions and other sectors facing similar security concerns.
As a result, Safetell continues to build on its strong relationship with the school, with plans for additional projects on the horizon.
Safetell - University Campus Accessing Education
With thousands of students to accommodate, universities have an extremely high volume of footfall. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure travelling within a busy campus is efficient for students and lecturers. Installing automatic doors is a guaranteed safe, accessible, energy-efficient, and contactless solution to moving freely around a university.
Challenge
For four years Safetell have been responsible for the maintenance of over 100 automatic and manual doors within a university in North London, as well as having installed 40 of the automatic door operators. Recently, the facilities management team for the university approached Safetell with a requirement to automate some additional existing manual doors within the estate, located at the main entrance.
During the winter months, the university prefers not to use the existing automated sliding doors as it creates a wind tunnel in the reception area; therefore, the two adjacent, interlocking swing doors would need to be automated to become DDA compliant.
Solution
The doors that required automating were particularly heavy and large, so Safetell were able to specify a suitable operator that could withstand the weight, as well as fitting safety accessories to ensure compliance to BS EN 16005, a legal requirement for which Safetell offer service and maintenance. Both swing doors were upgraded and commissioned within 48 hours.
Outcome
Both the facilities management team and end users at the university were extremely happy with the installation, leading to future automatic door installations on the campus. Safetell have an SLA in agreement with the university to maintain compliance to BS EN 16005, which includes a bi-annual maintenance visit due to the heavy traffic on site.
