D & M Manufacturing | Backflow Theft Prevention

Cable Guard (SC75-200)

admin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:00:04 +0000

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The Sentry Cable Guard. (patent pending) can be mounted directly on the backflow valve. The base is steel constructed with the base anchorage extending completely through the unit. The heavy galvanized steel cable will securely clamp and conform to the irregular shapes and pipe sizes. The foundation anchorage is sized to hold a building down and is the structural engineers preferred method in the building construction industry. Zinc coated and powder painted to last.

The Sentry Cable Guard may be mounted to an existing concrete slab with the same anchorage system by drilling concrete slab and using Simpson Set 22 Epoxy. A highly proven method and again the structural engineers preferred method.

To complete the installation you will also need 4 bags of ready mix concrete.

Note: For maximum security we recommend where union is present install a Union Guard and Secure #1 Lock

Note: When using one (1) SC and when union is above grade always use a Union Guard.

Model: SC75-200 x 2 [Cable Guard]

Model: SC75-200 x 3 [Cable Guard] + SN200

Model: SC75-200 [Cable Guard] + SUG [Union Guard]

Model: SC75-200 [Cable Guard] + SVG200 [Value Guard]

Model: SC75-200 [Cable Guard] + SUG [Union Guard]

Model: SC75-200 [Cable Guard]

Model: SC75-200 x 5 [Cable Guard] + SVG200 x 5 [Value Guard]

Model: SC75-200 x 2 [Cable Guard]

Model: SC75-200 [Cable Guard] + Cage Lock

Model: SC75-200 x 2 [Cable Guard] + Under Cage

Model: SC75-200 [Cable Guard] Bronze Color

Valve Guard (SVG)

admin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:00:49 +0000

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The Sentry Valve Guard. (patent pending) can be mounted directly on the backflow valve. The base is steel constructed with the base anchorage extending completely through the unit. The heavy galvanized steel will securely clamp to pipe sizes. The foundation anchorage is sized to hold a building down and is the structural engineers preferred method in the building construction industry. Zinc coated and powder painted to last.

The Sentry Valve Guard may be mounted to an existing concrete slab with the same anchorage system by drilling concrete slab and using Simpson Set 22 Epoxy. A highly proven method and again the structural engineers preferred method.

To complete the installation you will also need 4 bags of ready mix concrete.

Note: For maximum security we recommend where union is present install a Union Guard and Secure #1 Lock

Note: When using one (1) SVG and when union is above grade always use a Union Guard.

Model: SVG x 12 [Valve Guard]

Model: SVG x 2 [Valve Guard]

Model: SUG [Union Guard] + SVG [Valve Guard]

Model: SVG [Valve Guard] + SC75-200 [Cable Guard]

Model: SC75-200 [Cable Guard] + SVG [Valve Guard]

Model: SVG x 2 [Valve Guard]

Maximum Security (SMAX)

admin — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:00:13 +0000

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Model: SMAX [Maximum Security]

Model: SMAX x 2 [Maximum Security]

Model: SMAX [Maximum Security] + SVG x 2 [Value Guard]

Cage/Enclosure Lock Down

admin — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 14:00:27 +0000

Model: SCLD [Cage/Enclosure Lock Down]

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Product Features: Sentry Cage/Enclosure Lock Down [SCLD]

- 3/16” Steel welded frame
- Zinc primed
- Powder coated
- Lock guard

Model: SCLD [Cage/Enclosure Lock Down Installed]

High Security Cage (SHSC)

admin — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:00:08 +0000

Product Features: Sentry High Security Cage [SHSC]

- 3/16” Steel welded frame
- High security 3/4” cut resistant hinges
- 9 gauge diamond mesh
- Zinc primed
- Powder coated
- Security closure blocks
- Lock guard
- Angle iron frame imbedded with welded hinges & welded security blocks

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Model: SHSC [High Security Cage Open]

Model: SHSC [High Security Cage Installed]

Detector Check Bypass (SDC)

admin — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10:00:58 +0000

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Model: SDC [Detector Check]

Model: SDC x 2 [Detector Check]

Stem Guard (SSG)

admin — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Product Features: Sentry Stem Guard [SSG]

- SSG-600: Valve Size 6”, Base height 8”, Lock Cable Variable Length 16”
- SSG-800: Valve size 8”, Base height 10”, Lock Cable Variable Length 18”
- SSG-1000: Valve size 10”, Base height 12”, Lock Cable Variable Length 19”

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Model: SSG [Sentry Stem Guard Installed]

Union Guard (SUG)

admin — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:00:26 +0000

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Model: SC75-200 [Valve Guard] + SUG [Union Guard]

Model: SUG [Union Guard] + SVG [Valve Guard]

Model: SUG [Union Guard] x 2

Handle Guard (SHG)

admin — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:00:40 +0000

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Model: SHG [Handle Guard]

Ball Valve Guard (SBVG)

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:00:35 +0000

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Maximum Security (SMAX-YA)

admin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:00:04 +0000

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Model: SMAX-YA [Maximun Security]

Fire Hydrant Guard (SFHG)

admin — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:58:19 +0000

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Model: SFHG [Fire Hydrant Guard]

Sentry Stem Guard [SSG]

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Sentry Cable Guard (SCG)

admin — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:24:19 +0000

Sentry Valve Guard (SVG)

admin — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 20:17:57 +0000

Sentry Detector Check (SDC)

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Sentry Maximum Security (SMAX)

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Backflow preventer thefts costing businesses thousands

admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 17:27:05 +0000

Recently there has been a rash of commercial irrigation and domestic water backflow preventers stolen for their scrap metal. While the scrap metal value for the brass and copper contained within these fittings is only about $250, brazen thieves are making short work of stealing as many as they can, sometimes twice from the same properties. Backflow preventers are easily recognized, usually placed above ground along the street frontage for most commercial properties. The U-shaped pipe acts as a valve to prevent irrigation or other water from “backflowing” into the potable water source for the building. Most jurisdictions in the county have mandated the use of these valves in commercial buildings. The thieves drive up, sometimes dressed in orange vests to look like city employees, take a saw and cut the valve off at the pipes. The whole process can take less than two minutes. These thefts have occurred in broad daylight and also have happened at prominent and visible locations. Replacing these backflows can cost as much as $3,000 to $6,000. Their removal by thieves will also interrupt water service for your property and tenants as well as the possible water damage created from the water running uncontrolled through the open connection. BOMA is working with local authorities and the recycling/scrap metal industry to stem the tide of these thefts. BOMA has already met with the local waste industry association to brainstorm ways to notify the public about these thefts in an effort to prevent them in the future.

.How to protect your building
Although there is no perfect solution to eliminate the theft of the units, and, in fact, those who have taken the measures outlined below have still experienced the loss of the valves, the following actions are being recommended by law enforcement, landscapers and plumbers:

- Enclose your backflow valve(s) with a protective cage (if you haven’t already).
- Secure it with a non-tamperproof lock (a breakaway lock is easily opened and not recommended). In case of emergency, your maintenance crew should have a copy of the lock’s key.
- The cage should be securely mounted to the ground.
- Have the cage spot-welded to the bolts to prevent its removal.
- Stamp, label or identify the metal with a recognizable code or name of your own.
- Paint the unit(s) with brightly colored paint.
- Post a visible warning sign with something to the effect of: “Theft and damage to this unit will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”
- Camouflage the unit by planting screening landscape a foot or so from the backflow. This will make the unit less visible while still allowing for maintenance access if needed.
- Inform your onsite building management, security or other staff of the problem and make sure they keep an eye out for thieves. It is also a good idea to inform your tenants so they can contact you should they see something suspicious near these valves.

BOMA will continue to monitor the issue and pursue actions to curb thefts and catch the criminals stealing these valves.

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High metal prices make water meters a choice target for thieves

admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 17:23:54 +0000

High prices on copper and brass are sparking a local crime spree as would-be metal merchants rip off water meters and backflow devices. Over the weekend Valley Center Municipal Water District customers at several locations were the victims of meter and backflow device theft. On Saturday VC Community Hall was hit. A 3/4 inch meter and a 3/4 inch backflow device were stolen. Parks and Rec. District Gen. Mgr. Doug Johnsen Monday confirmed the theft. “It was stolen probably late Friday or early Saturday,” said Johnsen. “Someone at the fire department heard cars riding around in a big puddle next to the community hall.” Firefighters came over and shut the water off and then called Johnsen, who arrived shortly, inspected the damage and called the water district. Several thousand gallons of water were lost before the valve was shut off. The devices weren’t very deep in the ground. “They took the valve box off and just yanked it out of the ground. It looked like they grabbed on with a chain,” Johnsen said. In recent days five backflow devices, five meters, one double check and one construction meter have been taken from properties within the district. At this writing the stolen metal was valued at $4,619.72. Some speculate that these thefts are tied to U.S. metal shortages, particularly in copper and copper alloys such as brass. This, in turn, is being exacerbated by rising metal consumption in China. As the shortage continues, the price of metal rises. Water district Gen. Mgr. Gary Arant told The Roadrunner, “We will be alerting the local salvage yards to look for meters and backflow devices and not take them unless they check with us. Each unit has a serial number which can be checked. Hopefully this will stem the US activity, but there is always the possibility that these things could be taken [out of the the country.]” Operations Manager Greg Hoyle explained that the price of copper and brass has gone up and that thieves have been known to show up at local recyclers to try to sell the metal. Last year fire hydrant caps were also popular for thieves. According to the district, brass water meters, and other parts associated with public water supply are routinely stolen. Gen. Mgr. Gary Broomell said, “This is not just an issue of receiving stolen property as it deals with tampering with the public water supply. All cases will be forwarded to the District Attorney for prosecution. Meters and backflow devices are not cheap to replace, each costing several hundred dollars. The district will replace the meters, but the customers will have to replace the backflow devices.

Grand Theft Of Back Flow Valves

admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 17:23:03 +0000

During the Month of November approximately 30 Back Flow water valves were stolen from businesses along the Jefferson Ave. and Adams Ave business district. The Suspect would break the back flow valve from the business causing a geyser of water to flow from the business until being detected by a passerby. Many of the businesses were forced to be without running water until the valve could be replaced.

On Novemeber 19, 2007 at 1000 hours, Riverside Sheriff Detective Cornett from the Perris Station, received a call of a subject attempting to recycle 14 back flow valves at a recycling plant in Perris. Detective Cornett was aware of the recent back flow valve thefts from the City of Murrieta. Detective Cornett responded and detained 23 year old William Franklin Harris Jr. A check of the serial number on one of the back flow valves returned as being stolen from a business in Murrieta on 11/20/2007.

Detective Matt Haddad and Robert Anderson responded to the Perris Station to investigate if Suspect Harris was the person responsible for the recent rash of valve thefts from Murrieta businesses. Detective Haddad found that 8 of the 14 valves Suspect Harris was attempting to recycle, were stolen from Murrieta Businesses located off of Jefferson Ave. Suspect Harris was taken to the Murrieta Police Department were he was interviewed and admitted to stealing 20 back flow valves in Murrieta dating back to the beginning of November. William Harris Jr. was arrested and charged with Grand Theft. Harris was also found to be on Formal Probation for a previous drug offense and additionally charged with Violating Probation.