The Locksmith Journal Jul-Aug 2016 - Issue 45 | Page 22

22 • INDUSTRYNEWS PROUD SPONSORS OF THIS PAGE THE SMART CHOICE FROM SECUREFAST »»SECUREFAST PLC, ONE OF THE UK’S Leading Security and Access Control providers has announced the launch of the SmartLock Proximity Access System as part of the company’s wide range of mechanical and electronic access control solutions. The stylish new Smartlock ASL900 is a wire free, stand alone, intelligent computer based access control system that uses MIFARE® RFID proximity card technology, which offers a cable free, easy to operate and secure access solution that is ideal for both small and large installations such as public buildings, hotels, schools, colleges, offices, hospitals and residential accommodation. With 60min fire rating, the new Smartlock by Securefast incorporates centralised card programming, which utilises easy to use Windows based software that enables individual and personalised card access to doors and areas, time and date validity and shift control, all without the need for unsightly cable installations around the building. The Smartlock Virtual network system includes a battery powered door mounted lock, a mains powered controller that governs the frame mounted electric locking mechanisms, lifts, barriers etc. and the Total Management software, which can include card printing and system integration. Alternatively, the Smartlock ASL900W by Securefast is a wireless networked version which offers all the advantages of the standalone system, but with the benefit of wireless networking including features such as instant card cancelling, real-time logging and fault reporting. www.securefast.co.uk Who are the top 10 Housing Associations to work with in the UK right now? »»EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT specialists, Best Companies the driving force behind the prestigious Sunday Times Best Companies to Work for Lists - has used its latest data to highlight the 10 organisations that are currently leading the way. Here’s a breakdown of the leading housing associations and where they finished in the latest Sunday Times 100 Best Not for Profit Organisations to Work for List. Jonathan Austin, founder and Chief Executive of Best Companies, commented: “By featuring in the Best Not for Profit Organisations to Work for List, these housing associations have been identified as the very best to work with this year. “Making it on to the List is about so much more than competing against others in your industry; it’s about celebrating your employee and sub-contractor’s engagement and taking steps to improve further. Making sure employees love where they work will transform your organisation from the inside, and could translate into better sales, higher productivity, and improved customer service.” COMPANY NAME LIST POSITION ACCREDITATION RATING SLH Group 1 3 Star Wales & West Housing 2 3 Star B3Living 3 3 Star Dale and Valley Homes 4 3 Star Weaver Vale Housing Trust 7 3 Star Newydd Housing Association 13 2 Star CHS Group 14 2 Star Calico 16 2 Star The Havebury Housing Partnership 19 2 Star Ongo Partnership Ltd 23 2 Star LOCKSMITHJOURNAL.CO.UK | JUL/AUG 2016 Sponsored by ASSA ABLOY