Recent riots and social unrest in many towns and cities across the UK led to hundreds of cases of opportunistic petty crimes such as burglary and vandalism, as well as the more serious cases of violent assault.
Attacks on property forced many businesses to review their level of security protection, but one business that was already prepared was Mangio Pasta in Central London, who had recently installed Vortex+ shutters by CGT Security.
Located in a popular street near to St. Paul’s Cathedral, the pasta restaurant is favoured by both tourists and locals alike. However, the large glass windows at the front of the premises were frequently being targeted by vandals and they had been broken on many occasions. Repairs were expensive for such a large expanse of glass so the owners contacted a security consultant to assess what could be done.
Tom Jenkins from ATAJ Secure Ltd explains:
“The glass was being continually broken after closing hours, and security shutters were the most obvious solution. However, as the building is located in the shadow of St. Paul’s Cathedral, City of London Corporation were concerned about the visual impact of shutters. I recommended CGT Security who have a range of discreet security products.”
The Vortex+ shutters were presented as the patented lath design allows the security shutter to roll more compactly, creating significantly smaller roll zones and hence a smaller hood box.
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The Council requested detailed drawings to support the planning application, and this was subsequently accepted; the discreet box size being pivotal in the decision.
Vortex+ shutters reduce the roll size by 50% compared to a standard shutter and have a self-locking capability, as well as LPS 1175 certification from the independent Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB).
The Vortex+ shutters were colour coordinated to the surroundings and fitted by an installation team who also arranged a service contract to ensure that the shutters are looked after and maintained on a regular basis.
For Mangio Pasta this was their optimal solution, giving them the security they needed but still meeting the aesthetic standards required by the local council.