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Find out how they work, how to choose the correct one, what the advantages are and more... --- - [info@detection-technologies.com](mailto:info@detection-technologies.com) - [+44 (0) 1773 744750](tel:+44(0)1773744750) ![Search Icon](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/search_icon.png) - [![Facebook](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/DetectionTechnologies/) - [![Twitter](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/twitter.png)](https://twitter.com/Detection_Tech) - [![Linked In](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/linkedin.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/detection-technologies) - [mailto:info@detection-technologies.com](mailto:info@detection-technologies.com) - [tel:+44(0)1773744750](tel:+44(0)1773744750) - [![Facebook](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/DetectionTechnologies/) - [![Twitter](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/twitter.png)](https://twitter.com/Detection_Tech) - [![Linked In](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/linkedin.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/detection-technologies) ![Search Icon](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/search_icon.png) [![Detection Technology](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Detection_October2018/Images/Detection%20Technology.jpg)](https://www.detection-technologies.com) [Make An Online Enquiry](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/request-a-quote-step-one) - About - [What We Do](https://www.detection-technologies.com/about/what-we-do/) - [Why Choose Us](https://www.detection-technologies.com/about/why-choose-us/) - [What We Secure](https://www.detection-technologies.com/about/what-we-secure/) - Solutions - Sensors - [VibraTek Fence Protection](https://www.detection-technologies.com/product/vibratek-plus/) - [VibraFon Wall Protection](https://www.detection-technologies.com/product/vibra-fon/) - Analyser Modules - [MikroTek / UnoTek](https://www.detection-technologies.com/product/mikrotek-unotek/) - [DuoTek](https://www.detection-technologies.com/product/duo-tek/) - [MultiTek](https://www.detection-technologies.com/product/multi-tek/) - [VibraSector](https://www.detection-technologies.com/product/vibra-sector/) - [Blog](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/) - [Downloads](https://www.detection-technologies.com/downloads/) - [Contact](https://www.detection-technologies.com/contact/) ## Detection Technologies Blog ## [PID Systems: Protecting more than just perimeter fences](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/pid-systems-protecting-more-than-just-perimeter-fences) Posted by [Carl Forsyth](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/carl-forsyth) on Jun 9, 2021 10:08:35 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Promo-Facebook-Facebook%20event%20image.jpeg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/pid-systems-protecting-more-than-just-perimeter-fences) Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems, or PIDs, have traditionally been installed only on perimeter fences - but this is only one application for such a diverse product like VibraTek Plus. [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/pid-systems-protecting-more-than-just-perimeter-fences) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/pid-systems-protecting-more-than-just-perimeter-fences#comments-listing) Topics: [PID Systems](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/pid-systems), [Detection Technologies](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/detection-technologies), [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security), [Microphonic Sensor Cable](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/microphonic-sensor-cable), [Retail](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/retail) ## [Britain's Biggest Burglary Conspiracy: How A PID System Benefits Home Owners](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/britains-biggest-burglary-conspiracy-how-homeowners-can-benefit-from-having-a-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system) Posted by [Carl Forsyth](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/carl-forsyth) on Nov 21, 2019 5:40:47 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![PRI_878311101 Cropped](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/PRI_878311101%20Cropped.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/britains-biggest-burglary-conspiracy-how-homeowners-can-benefit-from-having-a-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system) In 2018, police in the Midlands uncovered the biggest burglary gang they'd ever seen. The gang took advantage of the dark winter nights and lax security on homes across the West Midlands, Staffordshire and Gloucestershire. They specifically targeted affluent homes from which they looted over £845,000 of jewellery, watches and cash. [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/britains-biggest-burglary-conspiracy-how-homeowners-can-benefit-from-having-a-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/britains-biggest-burglary-conspiracy-how-homeowners-can-benefit-from-having-a-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system#comments-listing) Topics: [PID Systems](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/pid-systems), [Detection Technologies](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/detection-technologies), [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security), [PIDS](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/pids) ## [Ensure Your Airport Has The Maximum Perimeter Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/ensure-your-airport-has-the-maximum-perimeter-security-from-intruders-and-trespassers) Posted by [Sam Berlemann](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/sam-berlemann) on Jul 8, 2019 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Landing Plane](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Landing%20Plane.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/ensure-your-airport-has-the-maximum-perimeter-security-from-intruders-and-trespassers) Airports need to be among the most secure locations on Earth - and that includes [protecting the perimeter](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/intruder-detection-guide) against intruders. That first line of defence can prevent all manner of incidents, allowing airports to get on with the business of flying people and goods around the world. [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/ensure-your-airport-has-the-maximum-perimeter-security-from-intruders-and-trespassers) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/ensure-your-airport-has-the-maximum-perimeter-security-from-intruders-and-trespassers#comments-listing) Topics: [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security), [Airports](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/airports) ## [The four elements which form an effective security system.](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-four-elements-which-form-an-effective-security-system) Posted by [Carl Forsyth](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/carl-forsyth) on May 16, 2019 10:41:05 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![12816958583_2c58e1cf75_b](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/12816958583_2c58e1cf75_b.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-four-elements-which-form-an-effective-security-system) An effective security system comprises of four elements: **Protection, Detection, Verification & Reaction.** These are the essential principles for effective security on any site, whether it's a small independent business with a single site, or a large multinational corporation with hundreds of locations.   [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-four-elements-which-form-an-effective-security-system) 8 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-four-elements-which-form-an-effective-security-system#comments-listing) Topics: [PID Systems](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/pid-systems), [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security), [Tips](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/tips), [Microphonic Sensor Cable](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/microphonic-sensor-cable), [Perimeter Intrusion Detection Technology](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/perimeter-intrusion-detection-technology) ## [The Fleet Street Jewellery Shop Burglary: Another raid which Detection Technologies could have stopped.](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-fleet-street-jewellery-shop-burglary-another-raid-which-detection-technologies-could-have-stopped) Posted by [Carl Forsyth](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/carl-forsyth) on Mar 27, 2019 3:38:52 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![skynews-fleet-street-jewellers_4620470](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/skynews-fleet-street-jewellers_4620470.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-fleet-street-jewellery-shop-burglary-another-raid-which-detection-technologies-could-have-stopped) Over the weekend of the 23rd and 24th March, burglars hammered their way through the wall of the George Attenborough & Son Jewellers in Fleet Street, London. The wall itself was within a small passageway between the jewellers shop and a bookmakers. The alarm wasn't raised until 2am on Monday morning which was long after the thieves had been able to escape with a large haul of jewellery and gemstones. Newspapers are reporting the stolen goods to be worth in excess of £1million. No arrests have been made and the thieves are still at large. [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-fleet-street-jewellery-shop-burglary-another-raid-which-detection-technologies-could-have-stopped) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/the-fleet-street-jewellery-shop-burglary-another-raid-which-detection-technologies-could-have-stopped#comments-listing) Topics: [VibraFon](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/vibrafon), [PID Systems](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/pid-systems), [News](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/news), [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security) ## [Why Choose Us For Your Perimeter Intrusion Detection System?](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/why-choose-us-for-your-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system) Posted by [Sam Berlemann](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/sam-berlemann) on Mar 20, 2019 2:23:38 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Why choose us for your perimeter intrusion detection system](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Why%20choose%20us%20for%20your%20perimeter%20intrusion%20detection%20system.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/why-choose-us-for-your-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system) When it comes to purchasing a [perimeter intrusion detection system](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/pids-systems), you want to make sure that your investment ensures the best possible protection for your business. [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/why-choose-us-for-your-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/why-choose-us-for-your-perimeter-intrusion-detection-system#comments-listing) Topics: [PID Systems](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/pid-systems), [Detection Technologies](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/detection-technologies), [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security), [Perimeter Intrusion Detection Technology](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/perimeter-intrusion-detection-technology) ## [High Security For Onsite Explosives](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-for-onsite-explosives) Posted by [Sam Berlemann](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/sam-berlemann) on Feb 26, 2019 2:37:42 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Untitled design (20)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(20).png)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-for-onsite-explosives) On a regular basis, we have the pleasure of working with one of the country’s leading suppliers of secure explosives containers on an individualised [Perimeter Intrusion Detection System (PIDS)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/perimeter-intrusion-detection-technology). For confidentiality we cannot disclose the client’s name, but this company specialises in stores for ammunition and explosives used by the MoD, quarries, and special effects businesses. [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-for-onsite-explosives) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-for-onsite-explosives#comments-listing) Topics: [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security), [Case Studies](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/case-studies) ## [How Are Our Security Solutions Tested?](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-solutions-testing-process) Posted by [Sam Berlemann](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/sam-berlemann) on Jan 29, 2019 10:54:02 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![How Are Our Security Solutions Tested](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/How%20Are%20Our%20Security%20Solutions%20Tested.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-solutions-testing-process)   Thorough, independent testing is an unquestionably critical part of the development of any [perimeter security system](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/pids-systems). [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-solutions-testing-process) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/security-solutions-testing-process#comments-listing) Topics: [PID Systems](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/pid-systems), [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security), [Perimeter Intrusion Detection Technology](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/perimeter-intrusion-detection-technology) ## [Why Your Fence Should Be More Than Just A Physical Barrier](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/fence-physical-barrier) Posted by [Sam Berlemann](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/sam-berlemann) on Nov 21, 2018 3:29:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![A short guide to implementing your intrusion detection system](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/A%20short%20guide%20to%20implementing%20your%20intrusion%20detection%20system.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/fence-physical-barrier) ## **When Is A Fence Not A Fence?** When it's the source of valuable data to help you keep your military, commercial or residential site safe and secure. Data that can be instantly and seamlessly analysed to trigger alerts and provide clear, unequivocal imagery and audio feed. But how can a fence do all that? Read on... [Read More](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/fence-physical-barrier) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/fence-physical-barrier#comments-listing) Topics: [Detection Technologies](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/detection-technologies), [Security](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/tag/security) ## [Why An Intrusion Detection System Isn't As Complicated As You Think](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/intrusion-detection-systems) Posted by [Sam Berlemann](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/author/sam-berlemann) on Nov 16, 2018 5:31:43 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![VibraTek Plus](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/hubfs/VibraTek%20Plus.jpg)](https://blog.detection-technologies.com/intrusion-detection-systems) There’s a tendency to believe that advanced technology is rather incomprehensible to the average person, even experienced facility managers, security personnel and installers. To be honest, the primary concern when choosing [intrusion detection systems](https://www.detection-technologies.com/about/what-we-do/) should always be whether it provides complete and unfailing coverage, allowing you to monitor every type of potential threat to your site. For this, vibrational sensors are essential. 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