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Sir Robert McAlpine partners with Datatag ID

Sir Robert McAlpine, one of the leading UK construction and civil engineering companies, has partnered with Datatag ID, a specialist in forensic marking, to enhance security and combat tool theft in a unique event designed for contractors. Tool theft is a significant issue in the UK, costing companies millions annually and causing delays in project timelines. The collaboration between Sir Robert McAlpine and Datatag, following a recent high value theft of tools, highlights their commitment to safeguarding tools and reducing criminal activity on their sites.

The special event hosted on-site, saw contractors introduced to Datatag's cutting-edge forensic marking technology which combines invisible markers, microdots, and tamper-evident warning labels to mark tools with unique identifiers that can be easily traced by the police. Once applied, these markers are virtually impossible to remove, offering a lifetime solution for identifying stolen property. The unique identifier is registered in Datatag's secure database, which can be accessed by law enforcement making it easier to identify stolen goods and prosecute criminals.

The event was not only an opportunity for contractors to get their tools marked on the day but also to learn about the importance of tool security and theft prevention. Representatives from Datatag demonstrated how the technology works, explaining its benefits and effectiveness in deterring theft. By proactively marking their tools, contractors reduce the risk of theft and mitigate the losses often associated with it.

Martin Cunningham, site manager said ‘the affect on the site following the theft has been considerable in term of disruption to work flows and obviously moral with the team so we felt we had to do something.  We approached Datatag as the obvious choice as specialist in security marking assets and have been really pleased with the take up from the contractors on site.’

Dave Luscombe, Special Projects lead at Datatag commented ‘we’ve long known about the issue of tool theft and its’ recent rise has been well documented in the press and on social media.  We were very happy to help McAlpine’s forward thinking efforts in tackling this and the constant stream of contractors coming through was encouraging, showing as it did a willingness to have tools marked and a belief in the deterrent that this sees.’

The collaboration with Datatag reflects McAlpine’s commitment to using advanced technology to solve real-world challenges faced by its workforce. The company recognizes that preventing theft not only protects assets but also enhances productivity by reducing downtime and project disruptions caused by the loss of essential tools. Adding warning signage provided by Datatag to all access points clearly announces that McAlpine sites are no go areas for criminals.

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