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Kronan Security Systems Ltd Here you will find a Security Solution that is ideal for your home or business.

Security Systems: Intruder, CCTV, Access Control, Gate Automation, Door Entry and Light systems.

A detector can be present, powered and visually unobtrusive, but still need proper attention.Dust, airborne debris and c...
27/09/2026

A detector can be present, powered and visually unobtrusive, but still need proper attention.

Dust, airborne debris and contamination from cooking, aerosols, building works, decorating or nearby trades can affect device performance. They may contribute to unwanted activations or delayed response.

That is why fire alarm devices should be periodically cleaned, inspected and tested by a competent person as part of a planned maintenance regime.

Good practice includes
✓ Recorded testing and inspections at defined intervals
✓ Cleaning appropriate to the device and environment
✓ Checking that detectors have not been painted, papered over, boxed in or obstructed
✓ A clear record of what was checked and when

Positioning matters too. Detector locations should not be chosen simply to align with downlights or other ceiling fittings. Air-conditioning units and air supply or return points can influence how smoke reaches a device.

The design should consider the relevant UK fire-alarm standard, room geometry, ceiling features, ventilation, access for maintenance and the building's fire strategy. There is no universal fixed-distance rule that replaces a proper site assessment.

A well-maintained system supports early warning but cannot guarantee detection outcomes, prevent fire or guarantee fire-service response.

Kronan is a family-run, SSAIB-accredited business with over 25 years' experience in fire alarm design, installation and maintenance nationwide from Welwyn Garden City.

Arrange a maintenance visit or complimentary property security assessment: 0800 999 1977 | www.kronansecurity.co.uk

A recent Kronan installation: a Videx GSM intercom mounted on a bespoke black post and linked to the client’s existing g...
19/09/2026

A recent Kronan installation: a Videx GSM intercom mounted on a bespoke black post and linked to the client’s existing gate automation.

In practice, the system allows visitors to call the property via nominated mobile numbers, from the entrance. The resident can speak with the visitor and release the gate remotely when appropriate.

Because communication is via GSM, the entry system does not rely on a fixed copper or analogue phone line. That is particularly relevant as the UK’s copper phone network switch-off approaches in January 2027. As with any mobile-based system, coverage, power and a sensible contingency plan still need to be considered.

An intercom is a design decision, not simply a product choice. How visitors call, who answers, how the gate is released and what happens if the nominated mobile is unavailable all matter.

Our team designed the installation around the property and gate, professionally installing the post and intercom, integrating the existing automation, and thoroughly testing the intercom, gate operation and safety devices.

This work was completed with Gate-Safe accredited workmanship. Kronan is a family-run business with over 25 years’ industry experience, SSAIB and Gate-Safe accreditations, and nationwide coverage from Welwyn Garden City.

Request a quotation for gate automation or an intercom solution, or arrange a complimentary property security assessment: 0800 999 1977 or www.kronansecurity.co.uk

Gate automation installation is outdoor, hands-on work : and the weather does not always cooperate.From rain and wind to...
15/09/2026

Gate automation installation is outdoor, hands-on work : and the weather does not always cooperate.

From rain and wind to changing temperatures, our team works carefully and methodically to deliver the right result without compromising safe working practices, installation quality or the final finish.

Every project begins with careful preparation and a bespoke approach to the gate, access requirements and surrounding property. Once installed, the system is thoroughly tested and commissioned, including safety devices, operation and control functions.

Weather is part of the job : it is never an excuse for rushed workmanship.

As a Gate-Safe accredited, family-run business with over 25 years’ industry experience, Kronan Security Systems provides reliable gate automation installation and professional aftercare nationwide.

Looking for a dependable gate automation solution? Request a quotation or call 0800 999 1977.

A smoke detector should never be positioned beside an air-conditioning unit simply because it looks neater or creates sy...
15/09/2026

A smoke detector should never be positioned beside an air-conditioning unit simply because it looks neater or creates symmetry with other fittings.

Detector location is a life-safety design decision. Air-supply and return points can influence how smoke travels, disperses or is diluted, depending on the airflow, room layout and ceiling arrangement. Locating a detector immediately beside one may therefore affect how smoke reaches the device.

There is no universal “move it this many millimetres” rule that replaces a proper site assessment. Positioning should be determined by a competent designer with regard to the relevant UK fire-alarm standard, including

✓ Room geometry and ceiling features
✓ Airflow and ventilation arrangements
✓ Access for inspection, testing and maintenance
✓ The building’s fire strategy and use

Detectors should not be moved simply to align with lighting, air-conditioning grilles or other fittings. A clean-looking installation is important, but it must never take priority over a correctly designed system.

Kronan Security Systems provides professional fire-alarm design, installation and maintenance nationwide. With over 25 years’ experience and SSAIB accreditation, we deliver carefully considered solutions for commercial and residential properties.

For a complimentary property security assessment, contact our team on 0800 999 1977.

The equipment store and instructor-only areas need more than a locked door.A well-designed gym security system should su...
10/09/2026

The equipment store and instructor-only areas need more than a locked door.

A well-designed gym security system should support how your team, suppliers and contractors actually use the building.

✓ Access credentials : issue individual credentials to authorised staff, review access regularly and remove permissions promptly when roles change.

✓ Delivery and maintenance visits : use controlled, time-limited access where appropriate, with clear sign-in and staff responsibility for supervising access.

✓ Alarm zones : separate equipment stores and restricted areas into clearly defined zones, helping staff manage opening, closing and authorised movement throughout the site.

✓ CCTV placement : cover approach routes, entrances and access points, with carefully positioned cameras that support incident review without being directed into inappropriate areas.

✓ Staff responsibility : make it clear who checks doors, manages visitors, arms and disarms relevant areas, and reports faults or unusual activity.

The result is a more structured approach to protecting valuable equipment and maintaining control of staff-only spaces : without disrupting day-to-day operations.

Kronan Security Systems can assess your gym layout, access requirements and operational routines before recommending a tailored combination of access control, CCTV and intruder alarm protection.

Get in touch to arrange a tailored assessment.

Found and handed over? Cameras are one part: retention, where stored, overwrites, remote access & retrieval fit properti...
08/09/2026

Found and handed over? Cameras are one part: retention, where stored, overwrites, remote access & retrieval fit properties: not generic. Family-run SSAIB-accredited, Welwyn Garden City-based; 25+ years’ experience serving homes/businesses across Greater London & surrounding counties. Call 0800 999 1977 or visit kronansecurity.co.uk for a complimentary property security assessment.

Most people think about securing the main house or premises first. But garden offices, garages, sheds and workshops can ...
08/09/2026

Most people think about securing the main house or premises first. But garden offices, garages, sheds and workshops can hold just as much value : from laptops and tools to bikes, equipment and business stock : and are often overlooked when security is planned around the main building.

At Kronan, we design security around the whole property, not a one-size-fits-all package.

Depending on how you use the space, this could include:

✓ Extending intruder alarm coverage to outbuildings with additional detectors, zones and external sounders
✓ Positioning CCTV where it is genuinely useful, such as driveways, gates, entry points and outbuilding fronts, with remote smartphone viewing where supported
✓ Practical sensors and straightforward daily operation

Whether it is a professional garden office, home workshop, garage or commercial yard, your system should reflect the layout, access points and how you use the space every day.

Kronan is a family-run security company based in Welwyn Garden City, SSAIB certified, with over 25 years’ industry experience. Our professional installation and local support cover Hertfordshire, North London, Greater London and surrounding counties, including St Albans, Hatfield, Hertford, Stevenage, Harpenden, Potters Bar, Borehamwood, Cheshunt and Barnet.

Arrange a complimentary property security assessment and receive a clear, pressure-free quotation.

☎ 0800 999 1977
🌐 www.kronansecurity.co.uk

A company name change is more than a new sign.After a rebrand or legal-name change, your security information should be ...
07/09/2026

A company name change is more than a new sign.

After a rebrand or legal-name change, your security information should be reviewed from the document to the site.

✓ Update external CCTV identification and signage
✓ Check intercom labels and alarm contact details
✓ Review keyholder records and user permissions
✓ Confirm monitoring account details, where applicable
✓ Refresh emergency information and site plans
✓ Update contractor instructions and access information

This is an administrative security review : not a guarantee of protection. Monitoring arrangements and keyholder response are separate considerations, and police response eligibility depends on the system grading and local force policy. It should never be assumed automatically.

Keeping records, labels and instructions aligned with the current business name helps prevent avoidable confusion when systems need to be used, serviced or responded to.

Planning a rebrand or legal-name change? Arrange a system health check with Kronan Security Systems.

Who responds next if your nominated keyholder leaves, changes role or is unavailable?Keyholder arrangements should be re...
07/09/2026

Who responds next if your nominated keyholder leaves, changes role or is unavailable?

Keyholder arrangements should be reviewed as part of your security system’s ongoing governance: not left until an alarm activates.

Confirm that your response plan reflects:

✓ The current contact order
✓ Who has legitimate access to the premises
✓ Holiday and out-of-hours cover
✓ Safe attendance arrangements
✓ What your ARC or monitoring provider is contracted to do

Monitoring, nominated-keyholder response and police response are separate arrangements. Police response eligibility depends on the system grading and local police force policy. It is not automatic, and attendance cannot be guaranteed.

A clear, current response tree helps everyone understand their role when it matters.

Arrange a security system health check with Kronan Security Systems to review your keyholder succession plan.

0800 999 1977
www.kronansecurity.co.uk

An alarm signal is part of a response process: not a promise of automatic police attendance.Your arrangements may involv...
06/09/2026

An alarm signal is part of a response process: not a promise of automatic police attendance.

Your arrangements may involve:

✓ Signalling to an ARC for agreed handling
✓ Nominated keyholders attending where appropriate
✓ Verification and system-status requirements
✓ Clear contact and escalation details
✓ Police response eligibility only where relevant requirements are met

The right option depends on the system, property, grade, maintenance and agreed procedures.

Talk to us about a response arrangement designed around your property.

📞 0800 999 1977
🌐 www.kronansecurity.co.uk

Address

111 Wellcroft Road
Welwyn Garden City
AL73JX

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+448083043119

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