Does your facility use an airtight security system to provide access control to employees, partners, and guests? If so, you probably have some variation of a guard shack at the entrance. Much like a traditional security booth, guard booths or shacks are used to keep classified areas secure, preventing unauthorized individuals from passing through.
Industries that use the guard shack as their main security touchpoint include manufacturing plants, construction sites, data centers, and other similar facilities.
Even if you think your facility does not need one, having a central guard house for security personnel limits your chances of breaches from the get-go.
Whether your goal is to improve facility safety or install a centralized monitoring location for security officers to work from, KABTech’s prefabricated guard shacks are great to have in your facility.
Before you implement expensive or unnecessary installations, , consider what an in-house security guard booth from KABTech could do for your business.
What Is A Guard Shack?
A guard shack (prefabricated or not) is an industrial booth designed for security officers to monitor access in and out of the facility from a single point.
Most guard shacks are made out of durable steel so that they cannot be damaged by force. KABTech guard shacks come prefabricated as a way to ensure uniformity and complete protection.
This way, you know your structure is guaranteed to be safe, no matter the scenario. Designed to guard facilities or individual buildings within a site, providing layered protection, these booths can be placed around parking lots and front entrances. You’ll also see them at the front of campus parking structures, government office buildings, and heavy-duty industrial facilities.
Other common guard shack materials include aluminum and wood, although these do not hold up as well as a steel-made booth. Our guard shacks are designed to fit a wide range of facility types, so you can adjust the size, strength, and reach to accommodate qualified personnel.
Key Features of Guard Shelters
Although each guard booth is different, most have uniform features that provide excellent security regardless of which model you choose:
Access Control
All guard shelter varieties feature tall, transparent windows, so officers can see all around, upping their surveillance coverage.
Each booth will have lockable doors that only qualified personnel can open, a key piece of the guard makeup. If your facility has a unique security system, we’ll help you easily integrate it into the shack.
Structure & Materials
You’ll find that the most solid shacks are constructed of industrial-grade steel, as it is a virtually impenetrable material. If you want a portable guard shack for live events, consider a more lightweight material, as it might be harder to relocate if necessary.
Commonly used materials, such as fiberglass and concrete, promote complete weather durability and do not require maintenance. Ask for a raised base construction if you’re worried that your shack might be susceptible to water damage.
Outlets & Technology
Security officers maintain communication with on-floor employees or management through built-in connections inside the booth. Because of this, even your custom-designed shack will require multiple electrical outlets and generator connections so that all facility personnel can stay connected.
Mobility
Portability is a major necessity for companies that tend to switch locations frequently. Or, they might just need a hands-free approach to security when using high-powered equipment, like forklift pockets or lifting hooks. If your main equipment relies on wired hookups, you might require a portable security booth.
Enhancing Site Security with a Guard Booth
Most facilities understand the importance of enhanced security, but they simply don’t have it yet. If this describes your facility, consider adding a custom or prefab guard shack at each entrance point. The benefits? A smoother entrance and exit pathway, enhanced safety, and more ways to lock down those key items you don’t want on the floor.
Put a clear barrier between your team and those who need proper clearance with the simple addition of a prefabricated guard booth. Fully assembled or designed to fit your specific qualifications, get fast installation with KABTech.
For those conducting fast border inspection without a portable guard, a single shack could make these benefits a reality:
Improved Operational Efficiency
Have a unified way for visitors to enter with ease, while also keeping the company’s assets safe with a prefab guard shack by KABTech. Both floor-level and management workflows will benefit from enhanced delivery coordination and minimal line disruptions.
Layered Asset Protection
With a centrally predetermined access point, all employees can enjoy layered security measures without having to keep tabs on other sectors. Equipment, inventory, as well as classified information will have multiple layers of protection with this one security installation.
Businesses who need quick asset protection choose KABTech’s prefab guard shacks over site-built booths because they can be fit to serve their needs (size, shape, functionality) without having to be custom designed. No working around your preexisting operational paths, just seamless one-time installation.
Liability Reduction
Because there will be fewer ways for unauthorized individuals to enter your facility, the risk of security breaches will instantly fall, reducing overall liability for the company. Guard shacks physically push every employee to full compliance just by being there.
Centralized Surveillance
The classic depiction of a security booth is a hub with multiple screens. With your prefab guard booth, you can install facility-wide security systems, surveillance monitors, and alarms for an all-in-one look at activity. Facilities additionally use their security booths as central communication spots, where anyone from internal security to emergency services can connect.
All-In-One Space Security By KABTech
Security isn’t just a matter of compliance, but efficiency. When a facility lacks a central way to screen and survey activity, there are bound to be slower-moving lines, time wasted, and, at worst, high-level security breaches.
Exploring easy-to-implement security options such as a KABTech-engineered guard shack, will not only give you more ways to boost productivity but also ensure that those working on the inside don’t have to spend a minute thinking about their safety.
Choosing KABTech as your guard shack design and installation company means access to decades of industry experience, as well as:
- Wide Range of Design Options
- Quick Installation
- Involved Support + Quick Response Times
- Durable, Long-Term Construction Using Quality Materials
- Prefabricated Designs For Your ConvenienceÂ
If you’re looking for a security solution that fits your specific needs, contact us for a free quote and secure a personalized guard design today.
