SHOPRITE CHECKERS CHOOSES FANG TO SECURE NEW DISTRIBUTION CENTRES

After being of service to the Shoprite Checkers Group for the last 12 years, FANG are extremely pleased to have been awarded contracts to secure their Distribution Centres in Cape Town, Centurion and Durban with our unique combi-mesh fencing systems with fully integrated electrification and the FANG Centralised Security Monitoring System, which enables management not only to monitor the electrified fence on a permanent basis, but also to monitor the performance of both the fence and the personnel that has to provide the necessary reaction to events.

We are proud to be associated with one of the most successful retail organisations in South Africa and that they have chosen us to fulfil this very important function. Not only are we  installing the initial systems, but we will also be responsible for the complete maintenance of all three sites for the next 10 years.

We believe that the reason for choosing FANG Fences and Guards is due to the fact that we operate in a professional manner, providing a high standard of quality work with well-trained staff, not only in the construction arena, but also in the technical, electronic and IT fields. Regular meetings are held with the client, keeping them abreast of the progress on each site without them having to provide continuous supervision, thereby maintaining our motto of security with integrity.

The Cape Town project required the removal of the old perimeter fencing system installed in 1997 and replacing it with a new aesthetic appearing high security system completed in November 2011. Work on the Centurion Depot commenced in May 2011 and due to the increase in scope, will be completed in March 2012. Durban contract will commence shortly with completion in September 2012.

There are numerous articles about the high level of crime in South Africa. Crime does not only pose a threat against our lives, but also affects our financial prosperity and to be able to work in a stable environment. Physical security starting at a padlock to a gate, escalating to integrated fencing and surveillance systems, is one facet in the fight against crime.

Cape Town-based Fang Fences and Guards, known to be on the forefront of the supply and installation of physical security, has recently expanded its service offering to accommodate the evolving needs of the commercial market caused by the increase of physical threats.

For more than 100 years, Fang has kept its place as market leader in security by adopting the newest technology.

 “For example, in the 1980s we were one of the first to specialize in electronic solutions to perimeter fencing. We saw the use of CCTV and access control, including the relevant network reticulation as a natural development to this. By incorporating this Fang became a true turnkey solution company in installing security infrastructure and is now a market leader in this field,” said managing director of Fang, John Swart.

Further, as Fang is not tied to specific products, they are able to offer more cost effective to high-end solutions, meeting clients’ specific requirements.

“At FANG we believe that a one-size-fits-all approach to security infrastructure is simply not possible. Each site has something that is unique. Attention to detail is important,” said marketing director at FANG, Fredo Scribante.

“We invest in our relationships with clients, who we view as partners; this includes keeping them up-to-date with new and emerging technology, so that their security systems can be continually upgraded to keep pace.”

In addition to numerous well-known wine farms, lifestyle estates, commercial and key point sites, FANG has recently spread its wings to the international market, with the first project in Mauritius.

“FANG’s motto is security with integrity because this is the one thing that no-one can quibble with. “We have a 100% track record – ask any of our clients – our systems work”, said Swart.