A fireproof-rated safe is designed to protect business and personal possessions from extremely high temperatures. Experts rate fire safes according to temperature resistance and length of time they can withstand high temperatures. What you plan on storing in your fireproof safe will help you narrow down your search for a safe because different elements burn […]
When searching for the safest place to keep your valuables, you have a few options depending on your preferences and price point. One choice is to trust the security of a safe deposit box at your local bank. But a safe deposit box may not offer the high-level security you need. Banks benefit from 24-hour […]
Throughout the year, many of us travel on vacation or to see family and friends. But before you pack your luggage and lock the door, take the time to safeguard your home while you’re away. Burglaries peak during high-travel times of the year, and criminals set their sights on homes that look like easy targets. […]
Biometrics is one of the fastest growing segments of technology and it affects a wide variety of industries. The name sounds complicated but the concept is pretty simple. Biometric technology refers to the analysis of unique attributes of an individual. These include fingerprints, voice authentication, iris scans, and even ear printing. In terms of safes, […]
Renting an apartment is every young person’s first step toward independent living. What many high school and college kids leave behind in their search for freedom, however, is the safety and security of a family home, as well as the knowledge of what it takes to make their new apartments a haven of secure living. […]
The best way to prevent a home robbery is to begin thinking like a robber, as strange as it sounds. Imagine breaking into your own home or a neighbor’s house—how would you go about doing this? You might not have the mindset of a thief, but there are plenty of ex-burglars that have publicly talked […]
Family heirlooms are an important part of our heritage and lineage, but they pose a common dilemma: whether to use them, display them, or hide them away. Many family heirlooms are useful and were handed down with the intention of keeping them in the family for ongoing practical use. But the pressure to continue to […]