Abstract: A theft-prevention ink pack device is provided, comprising a support member (70) having support lugs (73a, 74a, 75a, 75b) within a case (130) having ink spouts (66) and knife edges (69), a tray member (80) supported by the lugs (73a, etc.), spaced from the knife edges (69), an ink pack (90) placed on the tray member (80) and having a bag (92) containing ink (91), a pressboard (100) positioned behind the ink pack (90), and conical compression coil springs (120, 121) for pushing the pressboard (100). When the support member (70) is moved as it is pulled, the support provided by the support lugs (73a, etc.) of the tray member (80) is cancelled to cause the tray member (80) to fall down and the ink pack (90) is broken by the knife edges (69) and urged under pressure by the spring forces of the springs (120, 121) via the pressboard (100) to cause the ink to spurt through the ink spouts (66).

Abstract: A security cabinet (2) is provided in which security boxes are protected by virtue of being connected to a spoiling system. A data processor monitors sensors around the cabinet to determine when an attack is being made.

Abstract: The security device for transporting and/or storing paper items of value, comprising an enclosed area (1) for receiving said items of value, characterized in that the enclosed area is associated with at least one reservoir (3) for an irreversible paper destruction product (4) which can be dispersed on the items of value (2), controlled by control means (5).

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for spoiling articles, the device comprising:

Abstract: It is disclosed an active-protection apparatus (1) for spraying banknotes and valuables (1b) with a marking fluid (1a), comprising: a tank (2) for the marking fluid (1a), canalizations (4) extending between the tank (2) and the banknotes and valuables (1b) to be sprayed, and dispensing means (3) to cause a flow of marking fluid (1a) under pressure to be fed into the canalizations (4), the tank (2) being stiff and of a box-shaped configuration and internally having a cavity housing the marking fluid (1a), the canalizations (4) and the dispensing means (3), so as to define a spraying unit to be positioned contiguous with the banknotes and valuables (1b) to be sprayed, the tank (2) having a bottom wall (8) defining a work surface (8a) facing the banknotes and valuables (1b) and the canalizations (9) opening at said work surface (8a).

Abstract: A detonator is intended to be installed in a chamber equipped with a blockable access opening. The detonator includes a member for initiating a pyrotechnic chain and a casing for confining the initiation member. The casing includes, facing the initiation member, a port for igniting a pyrotechnic charge placed in the chamber outside the casing. The detonator also includes a shutter for blocking the port which can be moved between a retracted position clear of the port and a position for blocking the port. A device for operating the shutter keeps the shutter in the retracted position when access to the chamber is blocked, and in the blocking position when access to the chamber is open.

Abstract: A theft-prevention ink pack device is provided, comprising a support member (70) having support lugs (73a, 74a, 75a, 75b) within a case (130) having ink spouts (66) and knife edges (69) , a tray member (80) supported by the lugs (73a, etc.) , spaced from the knife edges (69) , an ink pack (90) placed on the tray member (80) and having a bag (92) containing ink (91), a pressboard (100) positioned behind the ink pack (90), and conical compression coil springs (120, 121) for pushing the pressboard (100). When the support member (70) is moved as it is pulled, the support provided by the support lugs (73a, etc.) of the tray member (80) is cancelled to cause the tray member (80) to fall down and the ink pack (90) is broken by the knife edges (69) and urged under pressure by the spring forces of the springs (120, 121) via the pressboard (100) to cause the ink to spurt through the ink spouts (66).

Abstract: A device to be incorporated in a container for valuables comprises a first reservoir (3) containing a liquid coloring material or a noxious gas, preferably an ink, a second reservoir (14) containing a pressurized gas, and an actuator (13) connected to a detection system. The pressurized gas is liberated if required by the detection system. The first reservoir (3) is able to collapse under the sudden increase in pressure resulting from the release of the gas. The content of the first reservoir is ejected through a retaining valve and an elongated perforated pipe (10) for spraying the valuables.

Abstract: Method and device (10) for marking objects (100), particularly for marking objects in banknote cassettes (1) or in other valuable object storage spaces. There is used a container (60) which can be punctured or otherwise opened and which is placed adjacent the object/objects (100) to be marked. The device includes means (13) which is caused to puncture or otherwise open the container (60) when necessary, so as to enable the content (61) of the container to come into contact with the object/objects (100) and therewith mark said object/objects and/or render the same useless. The marking device (10) and the container (60) fitted thereto are placed in the upper region of the space (1) so that the container is able to come into contact with said object/objects (100) at least partially with the aid of gravity. The puncturing means/opening means (13) is released from an active rest position when an alarm is triggered, so as to slit or otherwise open the container (60) in a guillotine fashion.

Abstract: A safe for valuable documents having a shell protection around the safe for impeding attempts to force an entry thereinto and processor unit actuated in response to damage to the shell protection to initiate a safe protection function. The safe contains a plurality of units for accommodating documents, at least one of which includes a portable safe deposit box that, when placed in the safe, can be electrically connected thereto. The safe deposit box has a protective shell and a destructive device designed to effect local destruction of documents contained in the box. The destructive device operates automatically in response to damage to the protective shell when the safe deposit box is removed from the safe and an attempt is made to force the box open.

Abstract: The invention concerns a device for altering the appearance of valuable articles comprising at least a reservoir (22) filled with a fluid adapted to soil said articles and a pyrotechnic charge (24) associated with said reservoir (22) for opening the latter to release said fluid on said articles. The (each) reservoir (22) is substantially defined by a wall made of a fragmentation material adapted, by the effect of the pyrotechnic charge (24), to produce a multitude of scattered elementary splinters. The invention is applicable to suitcases for the transport of funds.

Abstract: A media cassette (10) including a fluid spray system for spraying media located within the cassette (10) is described. The cassette (10) includes a lid (12) and a body (14). The body (14) includes an absorbent portion (40) in the form of a chemical absorbing sheet for absorbing any fluid not absorbed by the media (42). The sheet (40) is preferably folded and creased into a concertina arrangement so that the sheet (40) can expand and compress as media are removed from or added to the cassette (10). If the fluid spray system is activated when the cassette (10) is only partially full of media (42), then the sheet (40) absorbs the fluid that is not absorbed by the media (42), thereby preventing leakage of the fluid from the cassette (10).

Abstract: A marking device in a paper money theft proof system can surely provide a mark to stolen paper money so as to alert the public, and can also be used repeatedly, and thus economically. The marking device has a sensor that detects a shock produced when a paper money container is moved or broken to take paper money contained in the paper money container out of it. A marking device provides a mark to at least a part of the paper money under the control of signals from the sensor, the marking device being constructed so as to partially cut the paper money.

Abstract: A safe for accomodating valuable documents includes one or more units (1-17), each of which is intended to accomodate several valuable documents and is equipped with destructive devices (112-172) for local destruction of valuable documents in respective units when an attempt to break into the safe (1) is made. Each of the destruction devices (e.g. 112) includes at least one container (31) disposed adjacent a valuable document wind-up drum (30). The container includes a peripheral, circular continuous recess or channel (311) intended for destructive material (33) and facing towards the exposed edges of valuable documents. The opening (3111, 3211) of the recess or channel (311, 321) is covered with a ring-shaped plastic or steel net. The recess contains dye capsules (33) and a ring-shaped fuse (3113, 3213) for activation of the dye when an attempt to break into the safe (1) is made.

Abstract: There is disclosed a smudging-fluid dispensing apparatus for banknote and valuables containers internally provided with drawers (3) having predetermined work positions and extraction directions (3a), the apparatus comprising: a bottle (5) under pressure for the smudging fluid, channeling members (6) extending between the bottle (5) and the drawers (3) and including, at the drawers (3), movable fitting lengths (12) having hooking positions at which the drawers (3) and bottle (5) are connected with each other, electronic control and operation devices (7) for the supply of the smudging fluid, and guide elements (14) to impose to the fitting lengths (12) guide trajectories (14a) terminating at the hooking positions only in the presence of drawers (3) in the work positions.

Abstract: A media cassette (10) including a fluid spray system for spraying media located within the cassette (10) is described. The cassette (10) includes a lid (12) and a body (14). The body (14) includes an absorbent portion (40) in the form of a chemical absorbing sheet for absorbing any fluid not absorbed by the media (42). The sheet (40) is preferably folded and creased into a concertina arrangement so that the sheet (40) can expand and compress as media are removed from or added to the cassette (10). If the fluid spray system is activated when the cassette (10) is only partially full of media (42), then the sheet (40) absorbs the fluid that is not absorbed by the media (42), thereby preventing leakage of the fluid from the cassette (10).

Abstract: Method and device for destruction of objects stored in an alarm-protected security container. There is used a destructive agent which is distributed over the object or objects when the alarm is triggered, so as to mark and/or destroy the object/objects. There is also used a destructive device which includes an explosive agent that acts at least partially on the object/objects when the alarm is triggered. The device includes a channel whose opening faces towards the object/objects. The destructive agent is encapsulated in the channel and the explosive agent is disposed adjacent the channel. The channel has a generally U-shaped cross section and includes end-walls.

Abstract: A security case includes a body and a lid. The lid is manipulatable between a closed and an open configuration. The case further includes a controller and a configuration sensitive switch connected thereto. An electro-mechanical locking arrangement and an audible indicator are connected to the controller to be controlled thereby. The controller is responsive to the configuration sensitive switch to cause the indicator to provide a first indication while the case is open, and to cause the locking arrangement automatically to lock the case when the case enters the closed configuration.

Abstract: An anti-effraction device in particular for automatic dispensers of banknotes and valuables is provided which comprises a casing, a door formed in the casing, and at least one container internal to the casing and adapted to house banknotes and valuables, the anti-effraction device comprising time control members adapted to impose a delay period in the door-opening procedure and detection means adapted to detect the presence of banknotes and valuables in the container and to send the time control members a correction signal substantially depending on the presence of banknotes and valuables, said time control members being at least partly interlocked to said correction signal in a manner adapted to vary the delay period in the presence of the correction signal.

Abstract: A method of destroying an object(s) stored in an alarm-protected safety enclosure, there being a destructive agent which is distributed over the object(s) when an alarm is triggered. The destructive agent marks and/or destroys the object(s) within the safety enclosure. A first explosive substance and a second explosive substance are used to shred the object(s) and to distribute the destructive agent over the object(s). The first explosive substance may be triggered by the alarm prior to the second explosive substance. The triggered first explosive substance shredding the object(s) and the triggered second explosive substance distributing the destructive agent over the object(s).

Abstract: The invention relates to a method, and the equipment necessary for implementation thereof, for the unnoticeable detection of armed persons in the region giving access to objects that require protection and for the detention of such persons by surprise. Detention by surprise prevents individuals prepared to do violence from being able to run amok or take hostages in order to secure their own release.

Abstract: A robbery deterrent apparatus and method is provided for convenience stores or other businesses vulnerable to armed robbery, in which a would-be armed robber is incapacitated by an aerosol agent that is delivered in a predetermined pattern within the store. In a preferred embodiment, the aerosol incapacitating agent is delivered immediately upon the detection of a firearm discharge, or after a short delay in response to an employee activated trigger. The aerosol incapacitating agent may be accompanied by a marking agent, such as ultraviolet dye, to assist authorities in capturing and identifying the would-be armed robber in the event he or she is able to escape the store after the robbery attempt.

Abstract: A marking material-spraying mechanism is incorporated into a protected article, such as a wallet, handbag, laptop computer case, or briefcase. When a thief who has stolen the protected article opens a closure within the article the mechanism operates to spray the marking material on the thief. The mechanism is automatic, and does not require activation during a robbery.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) provides for the blurring or defacing of banknotes which are stored within ATM banknote cassettes/containers within the ATM upon a breach of security of the ATM, the breach of security being either a break-in attempt or the attempted removal of the entire ATM from its location. An indelible dye or ink, stored under pressure within a tank internal to the ATM unit, is caused to be released into a distribution manifold, which is integral with the banknote cassette and in communication with the interior thereof, upon receipt of an actuating signal. The actuating signal is preferably developed by an electrical device which triggers the release of the ink into the cassette. In one embodiment, connection and disconnection of the distribution manifold to the tank occurs automatically without user interface when cassettes are changed. In another embodiment, the distribution manifold is separate from the cassette.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) provides for the blurring or defacing of banknotes which are stored within ATM banknote cassettes/containers within the ATM upon a breach of security of the ATM, the breach of security being either a break-in attempt or the attempted removal of the entire ATM from its location. An indelible dye or ink, stored under pressure within a tank internal to the ATM unit, is caused to be released into a distribution manifold, which is integral with the banknote cassette and in communication with the interior thereof, upon receipt of an actuating signal. The actuating signal is preferably developed by an electrical device which triggers the release of the ink into the cassette. In one embodiment, connection and disconnection of the distribution manifold to the tank occurs automatically without user interface when cassettes are changed.

Abstract: A security dye pack disguised as a bundle of currency for deterring robberies includes a housing formed from a stack of currency bills sewn together and having a hollow chamber formed therein. A printed circuit board is disposed within the chamber for supporting electrical components which generate an actuating signal upon detecting removal of the security dye pack from the protected premises. A flexible pouch containing dye, tear gas, or other active chemicals, is secured at one end of the printed circuit board, and a squib extends into the pouch to ignite the chemical mixture when the actuating signal is generated. The flexible pouch is formed of a heat-resistant plastic film which is easily bendable. Foam cushions, protected by heat-resistant film, are disposed above and below the pouch and circuit board. Heat resistant plastic sheets extend about the foam cushions and are secured by an elastic thread to the housing to retain the components within the hollow chamber.

Abstract: A device, the purpose of which is to prevent theft from stores by rendering the stolen object unusable for the thief. There is a radio loop transmitting a directed and coded signal which in turn is received by a receiver in the device. The receiver decodes the signal and transforms it to a start impulse for the release mechanism in the device. Hereby a glass or plastic ampule in the device is destroyed and its content, a fluid, spreads under pressure through holes in the device and renders the theft-protected item unusable.

Abstract: A device is provided for deterring vandalism to exposed exterior surfaces, particularly the exposed surfaces of mailboxes or other receptacles which may be positioned adjacent to roadways. The invention includes a plurality of nodules filled with a mixture including a dye. The nodules are positioned on the exterior surface of the structure to be protected and upon being impacted will propel the dye mixture in a predetermined direction to form a mark on the person performing the vandalism.

Abstract: A security dye pack disguised as a bundle of currency for deterring robberies includes a housing formed from a stack of currency bills sewn together and having a hallow chamber formed therein. A substrate disposed within the chamber has a flexible central region through which electrical conductors extend for making electrical interconnections between opposing ends of the substrate. Electrical components are mounted on both sides of the flexible central region to generate an actuating signal upon detecting removal of the security dye pack from the protected premises. Canisters containing dye or other active chemicals are secured at opposing ends of the substrate to emit dyed or other active chemicals in opposing directions when expended. The flexible central region of the substrate allows the security dye pack to be bent into a U-shape. Batteries are arranged in a side-by-side relationship in an elongated narrow case to facilitate bending of the security dye pack.

Abstract: A device for blurring valuable documents such as banknotes includes means for delivering a blurring or discoloring liquid to deface banknotes contained within an enclosure upon a breach of security afforded by the enclosure. At least one spongy element placed close to the edges of the banknotes which are stacked on edge in the enclosure with which is associated a tank for defacing liquid. Upon the occurrence of a breach the defacing liquid soaks the spongy element which engages the upper cut edges of the banknotes to allow the defacing liquid to migrate on and between the cut edges of these banknotes stored within the enclosure. The device is particularly applicable to cash boxes for automatic bank bills dispensers.

Abstract: A safe gun storage apparatus is disclosed for the storage therein and ready accessibility of a loaded handgun, said storage apparatus having child-deterrent latching apparatus provided therein is disclosed. A gun drawer containing a loaded handgun is retained within a cabinet which is substantially impervious to destruction and being pried open. Dual entry locking apparatus secures the loaded gun with the storage container. A first locking apparatus involving entry of a predetermined key punch code first unlocks a secondary child-deterrent latching apparatus. The latter unlatches after a given sequence of operations are carried out which then unlatches a latching bolt from within an opening provided within the drawer. The accessibility and, therefore, the gun within the drawer is provided in a quiet and otherwise undetectable mode of operation.

Abstract: Device for the protected storage of objects, comprising a closable container having an electrical security shield enclosing a storage space, damaging means (10) for rendering the objects useless, and means (4) for feeding in from the outside a command which disables the damaging means (10), the security shield comprising one or more electrical systems which at least togther extend over essentially the entire surface of the shield and which cooperate with a processing circuit (14) which detects an electrical parameter of each system, and which is capable of delivering an activation command to the damaging means (10) when a detected parameter value deviates from a reference value.

Abstract: A safety box comprises a multi-layered wall having provided therein at least one conductor, which responds by interruption or short-circuiting to damage caused to the wall, and which, if the wall is damaged, activates a circuit connected to said conductor. In response to activation of said circuit, documents contained in said safety box are marked or destroyed via an ignition means. The wall of the safety box is provided with electric shield means. In order to increase the response reliability of the circuit, the invention provides the feature that the shield means is galvanically separate from the circuit.

Abstract: A device for applying a predetermined color coded identification marking onto a perpetrator of a crime. The device is a glove to be worn on the hand of the victim and includes plural color applicators located on respective finger tips of the glove. Each applicator applies a respectively colored dye onto the perpetrator when the applicator is brought into contact with him/her. Thus, a plurality of different colored markings are left on the perpetrator. This can facilitate his/her apprehension and identification. The dyes can be provided to the applicators via conduits from respective reservoirs or may be microencapsulated in beads on the glove's finger tips.

Abstract: A security device for transporting documents of value such as bank notes, comprising an enclosure having a space for receiving the documents and housing a foam generating unit including a receptacle containing marker liquid adapted to foam up and color documents, said receptacle having openable closure means, a reserve of compressed gas having means for releasing compressed gas, actuating means for controlling said means for releasing compressed gas, at least one movable wall disposed inside said receptacle between said marker liquid and said means for releasing compressed gas, a liquid/air mixing means connected downstream of said receptacle closure means for converting marker liquid into marker foam in response to compressed gas released from said reserve urging said movable wall to force liquid via said closure means to said liquid/air mixing means, and discharge means for carrying marker foam from said liquid/air mixing means to said space for marking said documents.

Abstract: There is described a case for valuable documents, such as notably checks, credit cards, bank notes, etc., comprised of a box with a lid and a closure which may only be opened by inputting a code number, as well as a capsule or phial filled with a pressurized liquid which can destroy or make useless said documents, in which said capsule or phial is made completely or partly from fusible material, and said capsule or phial may be opened or unplugged electrically when electric or electronic means the case is fitted with, are operated due to any break-in attempt.

Abstract: The invention relates to a physicochemical process for marking and/or destroying valuable documents confined in an enclosure known as a safety enclosure for their conveyance and for their storage, and to the device for making use of it.This invention applies to the conveyance or to the safe storage of documents whether wrapped or otherwise, whose purpose must be voided definitely in the event of theft.

Abstract: A safe security system which includes a key operated time delay lock (10) and a separate key switch (9) thereby requiring two individual keys for the opening of the safe, a dye marking device (20) within the safe, a door switch (23), and an electrical interlock circuit operating to activate the marking device if the door switch is operated before the key switch, or if a predetermined sequence of operation of the key switch and time lock is not followed.

Abstract: Fluorescamine or like compounds react with the epidermis when applied to the skin and form, within about 15 to 30 minutes after application to the skin, a long-lasting reaction product, which is invisible in ordinary light but which fluoresces intensely under ultraviolet light. Such markings resist removal by abrasion and repeated washings. Organic solutions of such compounds, preferably containing a fugitive dyestuff or pigment and used as the marking fluid of a conventional felt-tipped pen, can be used to mark skin for radiological or diagnostic purposes. Inanimate objects can be coated with these compounds to detect human contact therewith.

Abstract: A pipe system for marking bank notes or other articles of value in a closed space with a dye at attempts at burglary comprises pipes shaped as oblong profiled housings (3). Each housing (3) contains a pressure rail (5) which will be pressed up against a dye bag (4) when an explosive charge (9) is ignited. Thereby the bag (4) will burst, and the dye will be sprayed upon the bank notes through a slot (2) in the bottom (1) of a tray carrying the notes. The spraying will occur practically at the same time along the entire slot (2), and any risk that spraying should be insufficient at some places because of pressure drop in the pipe lines is eliminated. The pressure rail (5) and the profiled housing (3) can be extruded at relatively small costs.

Abstract: A depository/printer mechanism is provided for use with an automated teller machine (ATM). The mechanism includes an envelope tray for receiving a customer envelope to be deposited in a depository bin, a support assembly for supporting the envelope tray for movement between horizontal and vertical positions, and a printer frame secured to the support assembly. A printer carriage is also provided including a motor for reciprocating the printer carriage in the printer frame between a first position and a second position, and from the second position back to the first position. The printer carriage includes a printer module for printing indicia on the customer envelope.

Abstract: A method of treating paper money and the like for the purpose of identification by applying to one of the surfaces of the paper money a first treating material overcoating the first treating material with a layer of transparent material to prevent the first treating material from being removed from or obscured, and then applying a second treating material over the transparent material and the surface of the paper money where the first and second treating materials are normally invisible but rendered visible under ultra violet light. The method may also include providing means for detection of the paper money by touch, taste, smell or hearing. The invention also contemplates the article produced by the method.

Abstract: A cash safe having a receptacle to hold cash inserted through a slot, an opening for removal of cash from the receptacle, a closure positionable to cover the opening, a locking device for locking the closure in position, and a clockwork timer operable on actuation of the locking device to prevent the locking device from being deactuated for a time period. The cash safe in one embodiment is arranged for actuation of the locking device by turning a knob which also winds up the clockwork timer. A key lock is operable to latch the timer so that operation of the timer to begin the time period is inhibited until release of the key lock. In another embodiment a key lock actuates the locking device and at the same time winds up the timer which inhibits timing by the timer of the time period until the key lock is moved to a condition for opening the safe. Provision is also made for actuation of a marker device to mark the contents of the safe when the safe is removed from a surface on which it rests.

Abstract: Security apparatus which is operable to protect valuables by triggering an alarm and/or by defacing or rendering the valuables unusable on a change of pressure in a pressure sealable chamber. In a first embodiment suitable for use as a cash box (10), the valuables are received in a hollow receptacle (21) surrounded by a vacuum chamber (22) and a dye bomb (39) within the receptacle (21) is exploded on loss of vacuum within the vacuum chamber (22). In a second embodiment suitable for protecting the contents of mail bags, a hollow plug structure (63) is fitted to the nekc of a mail bag. The plug structure (63) has an opening (65) communicating with the interior of the mail bag so that the interior of the plug structure (63) and the interior of the mail bag can be evacuated to form a vacuum chamber. The plug structure (63) carries a dye container (69) from which dye is sprayed into the mail bag on loss of vacuum within the chamber.

Abstract: A lockable security container for the transportation of valuables and including means for damaging valuables positioned within the container comprising: a container including an internal space for positioning valuables, means for damaging the valuables positioned within said internal space including a housing positioned within said internal space for containing a dye; said housing including a plunger interposed between a charge of powder and said dye; said charge of power being operatively connected to said container to activate said charge when said container is subjected to unauthorized tampering, activation of said charge moves said plunger against said dye to uniformly spray said internal space and damage said valuables.

Abstract: A method of chemically labeling articles during the course of a theft or robbery and thereby subsequently detecting and identifying both the stolen articles and the thief thereof. A small amount of a latent color reagent having as an active ingredient ninhydrin or hydrindantin or a mixture thereof is discreetly dispensed onto articles in the event of their theft or robbery. Subsequent handling of the articles by the thief causes an indelible stain to form on the hands of the thief approximately twenty minutes after contacting the latent color reagent on the articles. The skin is indelibly stained for twelve to forty-eight hours and the thief is thereby rendered conspicuous. The stolen articles remain intimately contacted with the latent color reagent indefinitely and can be subsequently identified visually by application of a developing solution to produce a characteristic blue-purple stain on the articles.

Abstract: A depository for receiving, imprinting and storing deposited articles of varying thickness including a housing having a slot in the front thereof through which articles of variable thickness are inserted, a vault also located within the housing into which articles inserted through the housing slot are ultimately transferred for storage, and a movable tube for temporarily storing an article inserted therein through the housing slot while the same is imprinted with a date of deposit or the like and thereafter transferring the imprinted article to the vault.