The primary function of an electronic article surveillance system is to make it more difficult for shoplifters to operate and, ideally, to prevent them from doing so altogether. From the perspective of secure retail operations, it is important that the products purchased by the retailer for sale are sold at a reasonable profit and not stolen, as this results in the loss not only of the profit but also of the purchase costs. The majority of shoplifting incidents can be prevented or reduced through the use of an effective merchandise protection system.
Today, the electronic anti-theft systems commonly used in shops are based on similar principles. The essence of this is that products sold in the shop are fitted with a device that can be detected by another component of the system – the anti-theft gate. When the product is paid for, this device is deactivated or removed using technical equipment at the till, depending on whether it is a single-use tag or a non-deactivatable device, such as a label. If this happens, the anti-theft gate positioned at a suitable distance from the till will not sound an alarm. However, if the anti-theft device is carried through the gate’s detection range along with the product – an attempted theft – the gate alerts those nearby with a clear audible and visual signal.
SPIE AGIS Fire & Security offers world-class Sensormatic anti-theft products, which provide an effective solution to the problem of shoplifting. With these systems, you can protect every single item whilst still allowing your customers to try out, touch and even try on products. Our products are based on reliable UltraMax technology, which ensures maximum efficiency whilst minimising the number of false alarms.
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Thanks to the diversity of our products, we are confident that we can recommend products that tastefully complement your existing furnishings for any type of interior. Sensormatic tags, labels and security tags are suitable for marking all types of products, from food and clothing to tools. Thanks to label removers, security tag openers and tag deactivators installed directly at the till, the time goods spend at the checkout is not prolonged.
