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Industry-leading security product manufacturer Texecom Ltd. has now launched its professional-grade mesh network wireless platform: RICOCHET. This innovative technology has been designed from the ground up to overcome the limitations and address the concerns of existing wireless security systems.

Texecom Launch New Wireless System for Commerical and Residential Security - RICOCHET

Devices with RICOCHET technology send, receive and repeat wireless transmissions from all other compatible devices in the network. This means that each and every enabled device provides a data route for the wireless signal to and from Texecom’s Premier Series control panels, allowing the network to ‘repair’ itself when a connection even begins to weaken.

Traditional wireless systems rely on simple ‘point-to-point’ communication, where each connection is made directly between the control panel and the device. In this situation, distances between the controller and security sensor can be very limited, with outlying zones susceptible to signal loss. By creating a mesh network of interconnecting points, the RICOCHET system maintains signal integrity even in the event of direct-line interference.

Texecom has also developed the new SignalSecurity diagnostic tool, which actively monitors the wireless network in real-time – eliminating the need for cumbersome site signal strength surveys. It shows, in real-time, the network’s status and condition, and the total number of alternative signal routes for each device. This therefore offers a superior indication of total system integrity compared to a simple signal strength measurement.

The initial range of products available with RICOCHET includes a 32-zone wireless expander, 15m digital PIR, 15m digital quad PIR, shock sensor, magnetic contact and wireless keyfob. The company is making significant investments in the continued development of the RICOCHET platform, with additional devices, systems and features being rolled out in the near future.

Further information and the latest updates can be found at Texecom’s dedicated website for the technology at www.texe.com/RICOCHET.

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Texecom Limited, the UK’s largest native manufacturer of intruder alarm systems, today announced the integration of Klaxon Signals Limited into the company. Klaxon is a leading provider of a wide range of audio-visual warning devices serving the fire, security and industrial safety markets.

Leading UK security sensor and system manufacturer Texecom and audio-visual signalling specialist Klaxon merge

Both companies are subsidiaries of Halma p.l.c., a FTSE 250 leader in specialist electronic, safety and environmental technologies (LSE:HLMA).

According to Jim Ludwig, Managing Director of Texecom, the merger will enhance the long-term prospects for both businesses. “We’re excited to bring such a ubiquitous brand, and robust product offering into the Texecom family. Texecom’s global reach and strong, large-scale UK-based manufacturing operation offer Klaxon enhanced opportunities to grow and improve operating efficiencies. Likewise, Klaxon’s extensive range of signalling equipment immediately enhances Texecom’s ability to offer our customers a fantastic range of signalling devices for everything from residential installations to wide-area notification for applications like oil and gas, military and municipal warning systems.”

The merger is effective immediately, with the Klaxon Signals name becoming a brand under the Texecom umbrella. The Klaxon operations will be relocated into the two Texecom facilities in Lancashire, in the northwest of England. Employees and key contacts for both businesses will be retained.

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Leading UK-based intruder alarm manufacturer Texecom has announced the introduction of the new Premier Elite keypads to add to its extensive range of security products.

Long recognised as a market leader in the fields of innovation and design, Texecom has developed these premium products to offer a keypad styled to fit in with even the most prestigious environments. Available in flush-mount and surface-mount versions, the keypads are easy to install, simple to use and built for many years of reliable service.

The high quality, cast-metal keypads are available in polished chrome, satin chrome, polished brass, gunmetal and diamond black finishes. Every keypad is hand-finished and features a large 32-character blue LCD display, built-in proximity reader, and two additional on-board zones for extra functionality.

Texecom’s range of flush and surface-mount keypads have been designed to aesthetically complement any surroundings. The stylish looks are backed up by the company’s usual top-quality features, combining to make the range a truly attractive choice for any installation. For further information on any Texecom products and services please contact sales@texe.com

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Texecom, the UK manufacturer of award winning intruder alarm equipment, has announced the relocation of staff based in its Manchester office to the main Texecom facility in Haslingden, Lancashire.

The office in Chorlton, Manchester was the original start-up location for Texecom when it was founded in 1986. Texecom has since grown into an industry-leading manufacturer with a complete range of high quality security products. With product availability in over 90 countries, Texecom provides security systems that protect people and property around the globe.

Texecom has recently expanded its UK based manufacturing operations due to the ongoing growth of the company, driven by the continued and increasing popularity of its products and services.

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Texecom Ltd, the leading UK manufacturer of intruder alarm equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Harries as Sales Director.

Peter has over 20 years of experience in the security industry, most recently as Sales Director for Guardall Ltd., a UTC company. Prior to his role with Guardall he was Managing Director of Optex (Europe) Ltd. Peter brings experience in developing export markets, delivering high levels of sales growth and work on managing acquisitions.

Peter joins Texecom at an exciting time for the company. As the only remaining major security manufacturer with its primary manufacturing operations in the UK, Texecom is working on an ambitious program to further improve its already class-leading customer service, to introduce a number on innovative new products into the marketplace and to expand its global sales operations.

Commenting on the appointment, Jim Ludwig, Texecom’s Managing Director, said: “the experience, professionalism and strength of character that Peter brings to Texecom will generate tremendous benefits for both the company and, more importantly, our customers”.

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Texecom’s Odyssey 5 Compact is designed for installations requiring the best in discreet advanced alarm sounding technology. Measuring just 18.9cmx18.6cmx6cm, the ultra-compact housing optimises lens contrast to maximise the visual impact of the 270 degree strobe when activated.  The sounder is appropriate for installation either indoors or outdoors, and is made to complement contemporary architectural styles.

The discreet design conceals all the features that the Odyssey series is well known for, such as the patented engineer hold-off mode, all packed into a small and stylish unit. The product is EN 50131 Grade 3 compliant, and contains an advanced microprocessor, IP65 sealed electronics and twin Piezo sounders producing115dB. 

An alternative version, the Odyssey 5E Compact, is also available.  This version uses a single Piezo sounder producing 109dB and has an IP44 sealed electronics module. With the same ultra-compact casing and aesthetics as its fully-featured counterpart, the 5E Compact is designed for residential installations.

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Texecom’s user-friendly Wintex Software has been designed for use with the Premier Series of control panels.  It provides complete upload/download and system diagnostics for both hard-wired and wireless systems. This vastly reduces installation times on complex systems by providing the installer with total control and flexibility.

Available for free to Texecom Registered Installers from www.texe.com, Wintex Software enables installers to fully program systems of any size and complexity. Wintex is also an invaluable tool for setting up and de-bugging a RadioPlus system, providing information on signal strength, supervision timers and battery status, for complete control and monitoring.

Texecom Registered Installers also receive access to the secure area of the Texecom website. This provides access to other installer friendly software packages such as the EN Calculator, which indicates whether the planned system will meet the battery standby times and maximum alarm current requirements stipulated under EN 50131‑6. Texecom Registered Installers also benefit from free technical support, free product training and the latest product information.

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Leading intruder alarm manufacturer Texecom Ltd has appointed Jim Ludwig as Managing Director.  Bob Austen, former MD, has taken up a new role as Vice Chairman of the company.

Jim Ludwig joined the Halma Group, of which Texecom is a member company, in 1998.  Formerly President of Air Products & Controls in Michigan, Jim’s proven talents in Operations, Sales, Finance, Product Development and IT will combine with and complement the existing skills of the Texecom team.

Expressing his thoughts on his new position, Jim stated: ‘It is exciting to join a company with the combination of a strong commercial presence and the significant market opportunities that Texecom has. I’m looking forward to working with the team here to continually improve the value we bring our customers’.

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Texecom Ltd is an award-winning producer of intruder alarm products, with many being particularly suited for use in the hospitality industry.  The company is constantly designing, improving and producing new products to provide better protection and ease the installation and use of their systems: an example of this is the Premier Com-IP which can easily be used in conjunction with Texecom’s Wintex software as a master user tool, providing a programming platform with complete system diagnostics and upload/download facilities for the entire Premier Security Network either locally or remotely, via the internet.

The Grade 3 compliant Premier Series of control panels is designed to service professional, commercial locations and features a modular expansion system to suit the particular demands of any installation.  A selection of compatible keypads is available, incorporating high-visibility menu driven LCD displays, proximity tags, and a flush mount design to emphasise aesthetic quality without compromising performance or reliability.

Texecom also produce a selection of EN54 approved heat and smoke detectors; the Exodus Series of fire safety products feature a range of different sensors and alarm criteria in order to protect against fire risks in a variety of environments.  For further information on any of Texecom’s products please visit the website at www.texe.com. 

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Texecom have developed the Premier USB-Modem, designed specifically for use with their Wintex UDL Software and a PC to allow trouble free uploading/downloading with Texecom Premier control panels.

Mike O’Connell, Senior Texecom Design Engineer commented, “By Texecom manufacturing the Premier USB-Modem, long-term compatibility is guaranteed with all Premier upload/download products.  Conventional USB-modems regularly change specifications, so as soon as Texecom recommend one to installers for use with our Premier control panels, the modem specifications are changed and it is no longer compatible.  With the release of this product all compatibility issues are resolved.”

Simple to use and install, the Premier USB-Modem requires no extra power connector as the unit draws power from the computer’s USB port. The driver required for the Premier USB-Modem can be found on the Wintex CD or alternatively Texecom Registered Installers can download it from the Texecom website www.texe.com.

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