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DESPITE THE ONGOING ‘ austerity ’ measures and UK ’ s decision to leave the EU , the security market has continued to grow . This may be partly owing to the uncertain economic and political outlook giving rise to a general feeling of insecurity . Customers are seeking to counteract those feelings by improving protection of what they already have , so are looking to increase the security

levels around their homes and businesses . Combined with a shift towards taking a wider view of security needs , retailers are thinking beyond the initial sale and making the most of each customer ’ s visit .

Whether it ’ s by either upgrading existing locks and systems , or protecting previously exposed or vulnerable areas , Burg-Wächter and Sterling believe that good security is all about building in layers . Lights , locks on windows , doors and gates plus electronic entry systems and cameras are all important components of perimeter security . Next , a visible alarm system should act as both a deterrent and an alert , limiting the burglar ’ s time in the property . The final line

of defence is securing items inside the property in a safe , which both hides the items from sight and makes them difficult to remove . Together , Burg- Wächter and Sterling are able to offer all of these associated products as part of wide ranging security portfolio , which includes quality padlocks , door and windows locks , security cables and chains , post boxes , cash boxes and safes . This gives locksmiths the opportunity to provide a broader and more comprehensive service , increasing customer satisfaction and boosting sales .

From our own point of view , 2016 has been a good solid year of continued market , product and customer growth . Following its successful

launch at the end of 2014 , Burg-Wächter ’ s Safe Centre Partnership has increased our safe dealer network across the UK and Ireland . As a result , we ’ ve expanded our dedicated management and customer teams , to ensure that stockists continue to receive high levels of service with favourable terms and rapid delivery on the majority of lines . Our European parent company has also been busy developing and trialling practical and innovative security solutions , which we hope will continue to grow sales across the UK and Irish markets in 2017 .

For further information , contact Burg-Wächter UK on 01274 395333