Commercial Case Study: Pleavin Power strengthens site security with RISCO LightSYS+
This commercial case study shows how KHG Security deployed RISCO LightSYS+ at Pleavin Power’s Bromborough HQ to deliver integrated protection, operational oversight, and simple day-to-day control for a busy industrial site.
About the Client
Pleavin Power is one of the UK’s leading power generation service providers, operating from a large new headquarters in Bromborough, Wirral, UK. The site comprises office spaces, workshops, and extensive storage areas. All require high-integrity security, operational visibility, and 24/7 monitoring.
About the Installer
KHG Security is known for multi-award-winning security services and a strong social presence. They are the preferred installer for businesses that need fully integrated solutions. With decades of experience protecting people and property with the latest technology, KHG calls its method ‘the #smartsecure solution’. As a RISCO Gold Partner, RISCO’s extensive range of solutions is KHG’s go-to.
The Challenge
As the business expanded into a flagship HQ facility, Pleavin Power asked KHG Security to deliver a robust, future-ready solution that could:
- Protect the perimeter and interior zones
- Enable remote and local control
- Support day-to-day operations such as site safety and access management
Like many commercial projects, the initial specification leaned toward more commonly referenced systems. KHG identified an opportunity to deliver a smarter, faster and more cost-effective outcome by recommending RISCO.
The Commercial Solution
KHG installed a comprehensive, integrated system anchored by the RISCO LightSYS+ intruder alarm solution, alongside perimeter detection, CCTV, and access control integration.
Key components included:
- LightSYS+ hybrid intruder system
- RisControl touchscreen interface and standard keypads
- RISCO Bus detectors and zone expanders
- External backlit sounders and master blaster sirens
- External motion detection
- Adapted Access Control interface (with the option to expand using RISCO LightSYS+ Access Control)
This intelligent system was deployed alongside CCTV, ANPR, and audio systems, with LightSYS+ acting as the core control hub.
Why RISCO?
Time and cost savings for the installer
- RISCO Bus reduced cabling requirements
- Faster commissioning and cleaner installs, saving hours on site
- Simplified configuration and set-up using intuitive interfaces and remote tools
“In commercial projects like this, we often see certain systems specified as the default, but they are not always the best fit.
With Pleavin Power, we had the opportunity to step back and ask what is actually the right solution for this site, this client and this team.
RISCO gave us the flexibility we needed, especially with LightSYS+ and Bus technology, which reduced installation time and simplified cabling.
From an engineering perspective, set-up was smooth, and the scalability means we have future-proofed the system for growth.
This shows that when installers are trusted to lead with the right technology, you can challenge the spec and still deliver better value for everyone involved.”
Rob Rathbone, Director, KHG Security
Usability for the end user
- RisControl provides intuitive touchscreen control
- Mobile app access for site managers and directors
- Real-time status, alarm history, and set/unset capabilities available remotely
“We are a 24/7 operation with valuable equipment and high expectations around safety, so we needed a system that could keep up without adding complexity.
What KHG delivered with RISCO is exactly what we were looking for: a reliable, fully integrated set-up that is simple to use and always connected.
Whether we are on or off site, I can check in from my phone, get alerts in real time, and know that everything is protected. It has given our team real peace of mind, and it is flexible enough to grow with us as the business expands.
From both a usability and management point of view, it is a smart solution.”
Jack Pleavin, CEO, Pleavin Group
Flexibility and specification fit
- Offers long-term value through reduced complexity and lower total cost of ownership
- Easily adaptable to future requirements (additional zones, access points, building extensions)
- Seamless integration with technologies such as CCTV, ANPR, and perimeter detection
- Supports unified, professional-grade commercial security solutions
- Enables modern, scalable installs without compromising performance
- Helps overcome legacy thinking in system design and specification
The Result
With the RISCO solution at its core, KHG delivered:
- A complete security ecosystem tailored to Pleavin Power’s operational and safety needs
- Rapid deployment with minimal disruption to the business
- A user-friendly interface that gives end users confidence and control
- A future-ready system that supports both growth and compliance
Conclusion
This commercial case study shows how RISCO, in the hands of a forward-thinking installer like KHG, can overcome traditional barriers in commercial security, deliver measurable time savings, and provide powerful, user-friendly protection. Whether you are an installer seeking to streamline operations, a specifier looking for a flexible commercial solution, or an end user who wants intuitive control, RISCO delivers.
