Siris security seal keeps costs down

THE USE of simple technology has allowed the Swiss-based security seal producers, Siris, to reverse the ever-rising cost of the product. According to Andrea Bolognesi, m.d. of Unisto Seals in Stellenbsoch - SA distributors of the security seal - the quest for even higher security units has seen most companies turning to the use of high technology. “But this has resulted in a dramatic price increase which means that high security has become synonymous with high costs.” Not so with the Siris product, he added, where 77 years of experience, and a return to the use of simple technology has reversed the trend, while still producing a top-quality seal offering high-level security. “Every aspect of tampering has been covered,” said Bolognesi. l The closure is made of a specific material, different to the one used for the strap. “This prevents possible tampering with heat or cold”; l A special patented cross-section prevents the insertion of tools into the seal opening mechanism; l The cross section ribbon uses less raw material. “This offers a lower manufacturing cost and a lighter product,” said Bolognesi, “although the same strength is maintained.”; l The number and logo are hot foil printed and embossed into the plastic. “This makes number replacement impossible. “The Siris seal is available in lengths of 155-milimetres and 255-mm,” he said. “We are recommending it for a variety of areas where a security seal can reduce the risk of theft. “Amongst our main customers are the oil companies, using the Siris for sealing tanker valves. But it also has an application in sealing the likes of money bags, closed trucks, vans and security doors.”