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Get your security on the right track
Abloy UK says new technology can help security within the rail sector including the securing of crossings, access gates and signalling and telecom boxes
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ecurity in the rail sector goes far beyond simply securing doors in railway stations. There are numerous applications along the track that require security solutions to ensure that secure and safe access is always provided for different staff and contractors. This presents a difficult and unique challenge.
The rail sector requires security over a large area, with various control centres, overhead gantries and crossings all in need of locking solutions.
The general requirement is for security padlocks and cylinders, helping to protect the UK’s transport network from terrorist attacks and safeguarding valuable trackside equipment from thieves and vandals.
However, with the arrival of new technological innovations there is more that can be done in the industry.
Master key systems
Ageing mechanical master key systems not covered by patent protection are open to being compromised through unauthorised key duplication. The lack of flexibility in existing traditional mechanical master key systems makes it difficult to accommodate new requirements, and meet the continuous change needed within the rail network to keep all rail personnel and passengers safe and secure.
The need to provide a high quality and safe service to all rail customers is essential for any railway service, so keeping vandalism to a minimum and reducing any chance of disruption to passengers is vital.
It is crucial that only the correctly qualified rail personnel are allowed entry into critical network compartments and secure equipment housing, and always
without delay. This demands that the various rail personnel are always provided with the correct level of key. At present the most efficient, safe and secure way to manage this requirement is through traditional master key systems. While this does provide each rail worker with the correct level of key access to enable them to carry out their daily tasks, it may not always provide the flexibility needed to meet the ever changing demands of the modern railway. There will be occasions when a key worker needs access to crucial equipment spaces for which they may not have permanent access rights, and delay is not acceptable. With new electro-mechanical key systems this solution provides the correct level of access both safely and securely on a temporary basis or if needs be, on a permanent basis.
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