Clearview National November 2016 - Issue 180 | Page 27

GLASSTECREVIEW Yet another fantastic Glasstec »»THE BIENNIAL TRADE fair, Glasstec, is the world-leading show for glass production, processing and products, offering an unparalleled overview of the industry. Hosted in Dusseldorf, Glasstec opens its doors to an array of expertise and products on an exceptional scale, celebrating innovation, engineering and craftsmanship. This year, innovative GlazeAlarm® has returned to Glasstec with a bang. GlazeAlarm, the disruptive Internet of Things (IoT) home security system, enjoyed unprecedented footfall to its stand, with many industry professionals singing praises for the product, which allows glazing manufacturers and installers to compete in the security sector for the first time. The GlazeAlarm product is, without a doubt, the most robust and tamper-proof glass-break security solution available. It has applications for use in both the residential and commercial sectors, allowing users to manage the safety and security of their premises remotely. Armco Key Security, the trading arm of GlazeAlarm, first showcased the security product at Glasstec in 2014 and returned this year to demonstrate the production version of the glass sensor with further functionalities that have been made to the prototype. Among the latest developments is the introduction of iOS, Android and Windows apps, which alert the user to a breakage on their chosen devices, no matter where they may be. Ian Branagan, CEO, said: “It has been yet another fantastic show at Glasstec. The footfall to our stand was extraordinary and it was wonderful to see and hear that so many people have a keen interest in GlazeAlarm. “We have returned to the UK with many promising leads from across the globe. From America to South Korea, Italy to Australia and Portugal to America, we have been able to talk to some fantastic suppliers, all interested in taking our GlazeAlarm product to the next level.” A patent pending wireless, shock and humidity sensor system, GlazeAlarm is installed within a double-glazed unit (DGU) during manufacture and will notify the user immediately upon a breakage of the glass via an app on their chosen smart device. The app provides users with tools to select their safety and security preferences, establish zones within their home or office and create personalised notification processes. It uses an embedded software design that enables the wireless network hub to communicate with detectors throughout the property, providing window monitoring for breakage and intrusion protection. Users simply create an online account, register their sensors and download the GlazeAlarm app to their chosen devices. GlazeAlarm has a target date for full production and delivery of Q1 2017. www.glazealarm.com C L E A RV I E W-U K . C O M » N OV 2016 » 27