Access Control for Co-Working Spaces
Flexible working is no longer a novelty. Co-working spaces are now part of the fabric of most towns and cities. They serve freelancers, start-ups, hybrid corporate teams and everyone in between. But flexibility brings its own challenges. And access control for co-working spaces can make or break how the space works. By their nature, co-working […]
Full-Height Speed Gates That Balance Security and Flow
We’ve expanded our access control barrier range with the introduction of the Record Century 300/305 full height speed gates. These full-height speed gates are designed to improve security while keeping people moving efficiently through busy buildings. By combining increased barrier height with integrated access control, they help create entrances that are both secure and easy […]
FAQs On Access Control Systems
This Access Control Systems FAQ brings together the most common questions around access control systems, from core components and access methods to fire alarm integration, cloud-based access control systems and installation considerations. They do far more than simply lock and unlock doors, managing who can access different areas, when they can do so, and how […]
Access Control Systems in Modern Buildings
Access control systems are no longer just about simply locking and unlocking doors. In modern buildings, building access control must sit at the junction of security, safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency. From schools and hospitals, to commercial offices including shared workspaces, access control must manage high user volumes, integrate with other building systems, and adapt […]
Doors, Locks, and Escape Hardware For Martyn’s Law
Martyn’s Law will impose new responsibilities on those who manage publicly accessible buildings. While much of the conversation focuses on procedures and training, the performance of doors, locks and escape hardware is central to how a building responds in practice. Every response strategy, including lockdown, invacuation or evacuation ultimately depends on how doors behave. For […]
Martyn’s Law Lockdown Procedure: Evacuation & Invacuation Guide
Martyn’s Law will require venues to think carefully about how they respond to a range of potential threats. Unlike fire safety, where the response is almost always evacuation, a terrorism-related incident may require a different Martyn’s Law lockdown procedures, depending on the nature and location of the threat. For Responsible Persons, the challenge is not […]
Martyn’s Law Checklist: Is Your Building Ready for Martyn’s Law?
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, commonly known as Martyn’s Law, will introduce new responsibilities for publicly accessible venues. While enforcement is not expected until 2027, organisations should start preparing now. Use this Martyn’s Law checklist to assess whether your building is ready. Step 1: Determine Whether Your Building Is In Scope Does the […]
Martyn’s Law Compliance: What Responsible Persons Must Do
The UK’s proposed Martyn’s Law, also known as the Protect Duty, will introduce new legal responsibilities for venues and public spaces to improve protection against terrorist attacks. For many building owners, operators and facilities managers, the key question is simple: what will Responsible Persons actually have to do to achieve Martyn’s Law compliance? The final […]
Martyn’s Law: What It Means for Public Venues, Doors and Access Control
In April 2025, the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, commonly known as Martyn’s Law, named after Martyn Hett, who was killed in the Manchester Arena attack, received Royal Assent. This legislation was introduced in response to the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, and its purpose is clear: to ensure public venues are better prepared to […]
Em-B Shortlisted For Three GAI/RIBA Specification Awards
Em-B Solutions has been shortlisted for three GAI/RIBA Specification Awards, recognising excellence in architectural ironmongery specification across residential, heritage and public healthcare projects. The shortlisted schemes are The GAI/RIBA Specification Awards celebrate high-quality ironmongery that contributes meaningfully to building performance, aesthetics and sustainability. Being shortlisted across three very different project types highlights Em-B’s ability to […]