Safestore Share Discussion Threads

[davebowler] 27/3/2007 14:47

Like Big Yellow and Lok n Store but cheaper

[moscowtrader] 19/3/2007 10:58

Half page article in yesterday's Midas column in the financial section of the Mail on Sunday, here are some snippets:

Mentions the fact that "Big Yellow Group has 43 sites and is valued at £700m ... Safestore has 100 sites and valued at £450m ... whilst Lok is the minnow with 21 sites and a value of £62m."

Says that "in the US there is 5 sq ft of storage per person, whilst the UK currently has just 0.3 sq ft ... and suggests that the industry has potential for massive growth".

Says "Intriguingly property company Town Centre Properties has just amassed a 4.85% stake"

Final comment is "Midas verdict: Lok shares are trading at 237p, a significant discount of Big Yellow and Safestore on some measures. Supporters believe that there is substantial upside and bid action is a possibility. BUY."

[energyi] 29/4/2006 14:59

SUCCESS!
It worked this time - I am back in business on the original machine.

Thanks again for the help and suggestions

[energyi] 29/4/2006 14:35

Nearly thought I had it...

Using prompts: cd (back carrot), to get to the root directory

Then: cd/windows/system32/restore (CR)
And : DIR, I found this program: rstrui.exe
Then,
I Ran that program, by typing: Start restrui.exe (CR)

And that took me to a menu, where I could go back and restore to a prior date,
but as that was happening, the procedure STOPPED, and took me back to the first
screen with the apology.

I will try again... using an earlier date

[just ice] 29/4/2006 14:14

Go to programme
go to accessories
then system tools
and at the bottom you will see system restore

if you need to know more just ask..

[energyi] 29/4/2006 14:08

excuse my ignorance, justice,

but can you explain how (in detail) i do that in prompt mode, please?

[just ice] 29/4/2006 13:18

go to system restore
and back date the comp to a date before the crash...

[energyi] 29/4/2006 11:44

THANKS FOR THE SUGGESTIONS...
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Here's what is happening. I am sitting in Shanghai China with two laptops.
One is working fine (this one), and I am searching the web thru Google for possible solutions, and cutting and pasting them here as I try them out on the sick computer.

I can get into the Safe mode, and the Safe mode with prompt,
But I do not know what to do from there. I havent brought any of the diagnostic or repair disks with me.

I ran "CHKDSK", and that worked and everything there looks okay.
I have not been able to run "ScanDisk": Is there a way to dio that from prompt?
I tried a few ways that were meant to work, and they did nothing

[energyi] 29/4/2006 11:41

How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from starting
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Article ID : 307545

SUMMARY
This article describes how to recover a Windows XP system that does not start because of corruption in the registry. This procedure does not guarantee full recovery of the system to a previous state; however, you should be able to recover data when you use this procedure.

Warning Do not use the procedure that is described in this article if your computer has an OEM-installed operating system. The system hive on OEM installations creates passwords and user accounts that did not exist previously. If you use the procedure that is described in this article, you may not be able to log back into the recovery console to restore the original registry hives.

You can repair a corrupted registry in Windows XP. Corrupted registry files can cause a variety of different error messages. See the Microsoft Knowledge Base for articles about error messages that are related to registry issues

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[just ice] 29/4/2006 11:34

have you tried back-dating?
back date it to a couple of days before it happened..
or defrag it and then clean the disk..
dont reboot or you will lose everything...

[fullupfool] 29/4/2006 11:31

hi

Disconnect what you can - eg network cards and any others cards

After going into safe mode last known good configuration, reboot and see if that helps

[energyi] 29/4/2006 11:30

GETTING TO THE ROOT DIRECTORY...

Type: cd (back carrot) to get to c:


= =
Please read carefully and make sure you followed the warning links before initiating the Repair Install. You can print a text version for reference. repair.txt

Boot the computer using the XP CD. You may need to change the boot order in the system BIOS so the CD boots before the hard drive. Check your system documentation for steps to access the BIOS and change the boot order.
When you see the "Welcome To Setup" screen, you will see the options below
This portion of the Setup program prepares Microsoft
Windows XP to run on your computer:

To setup Windows XP now, press ENTER.

To repair a Windows XP installation using Recovery Console, press R.

To quit Setup without installing Windows XP, press F3.

[energyi] 29/4/2006 11:26

Answer

This type of message and the behavior you are describing is usually consistent with a driver problem or conflict. It is also possible that your computer has become infected with a virus, but I do not know specifically of a worm or virus that prevents your computer from starting up. To determine if this is indeed a virus, start your computer in safe mode and run your current virus software to scan the entire system. If it finds a virus that it is unable to remove, note the name of it and send me the name of the virus so that I can help with instructions on removal. Of course, your virus program must be up to date with the current virus routines so if you have not kept that current by monthly or even weekly downloading the updates, you may not detect an existing virus.

If your computer worked on a prior date and you can use the restore function in safe mode, also try going back to a date prior to when this problem began. You do this by going to Start/All Programs/Accessories/System Tools/ and click on System Restore. Select the option to Restore your computer to a previous restore date and then using the calendar provided, select a date in bold prior to when your problem began. This process will require that your computer be restarted and will continue the restore function after it restarts so do not panic right away if it seems to be slow to restart. However, if you once again get the same message, something greater may be going on and you should take it in to a service center and have it checked. It is possible that some piece of hardware within your computer has failed to pass startup testing and is causing the computer to restart. This could be a keyboard or mouse that has failed or is not properly plugged in. It could be many other things, too.

Good luck. I would appreciate hearing back from you as to what solution did work to fix your problem

[energyi] 29/4/2006 11:23

Someone please help me!!
Recently my computer shut down and rebooted on to the same message. The message was as follows:

We apologize for the inconvenience, but Windows did not start successfully. A recent hardware or software change might have caused this.

...and it goes on...

If your computer stopped responding, restarted unexpectedly, or was automatically shut down to protect your files and folders, choose Last Known Good Configuration to revert to the most recent settings that worked.

If a previous startup attempt was interrupted due to a power failure or because the Power or Reset button was pressed, or if you aren't sure what caused the problem, choose Start Windows
Normally.

Safe Mode
Safe Mode with Networking
Safe Mode with Command Prompt

Last Known Good Configuration (your most recent settings that worked) Start Windows Normally

Use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight to your choice.

UNQUOTE

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2/
I suspect that you can NOT get into the Safe Mode option?
On that chance that you can, go into Control Panel and go to "System" and then the "Advanced" tab. Click "Settings" under Startup and Recovery. Then UNcheck "Automatically Restart".
This will let you see that Blue Scree so you can research the error. Then restart.

The first thing I would do is remove any new hardware that might have been installed, unplug any external devices like printer, scanner, camera, etc... and then try it.

If that doesn't work, put in that XP CD again and go into the CMOS setup and make sure the Boot Order is set to try that BEFORE the hard drive. With the CD in, when you restart, you should see a message "Press any key to boot from CD...". If you DON'T get that message, change the BIOS.

Once in the XP setup from the CD, go to Recovery Console. Once logged in there, run "CHKDSK /R /F" and see what happens.

If you need help getting that far, just ask away!

= = = = =

THIS WORKED !

Using prompts: cd (back carrot), to get to the root directory

Then: cd/windows/system32/restore (CR)
And : DIR, I found this program: rstrui.exe
Then,
I Ran that program, by typing: Start restrui.exe (CR)



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[garth] 08/1/2004 11:13

Jasmin trashed on funding news

Image Scan edging up of airport Security fears and positive broker comment and are my share pick for 2004

Energy Technique - no-one knows whats going on there 'cause the management are gagged. Flatlining until their funding news is out one assumes.

G.

[8 ball] 19/12/2003 19:12

PHOTO-SCAN REACHES AGREEMENT ON SIGNIFICANT PURCHASE AND LEASE-BACK DEAL WITH
MAJOR UK MULTI-SITE SERVICE PROVIDER



Photo-Scan plc, the security and surveillance systems specialist, has signed a
Heads of Agreement to enter into a 7 year purchase and lease-back contract worth
#5.3m to modernise the electronic security systems of a major UK multi-site
service provider.



In this first contract of its kind for the security industry, the agreement also
includes the provision of a fully comprehensive maintenance and replacement
service by Photo-Scan throughout the lease period.



The agreement marks a major step forward in the implementation of Photo-Scan's
new business strategy announced earlier in the year. The Company's strategy is
to generate more recurring and visible revenues by securing long-term
partnerships with major clients requiring broader product offerings and making
best use of new technologies.



Peter Hawksworth, chief executive of Photo-Scan plc said:

"This is precisely the type of agreement we have been targeting since
implementing our new business strategy. In this case our client's security and
surveillance systems nationwide will be maintained and modernised to the highest
standards at a certain cost to the client over the life of the contract."



Note to editors

Photo-Scan is a market-leading provider of innovative and customised security
solutions to a broad range of commercial clients. Its advanced-technology
solutions are backed by partnership agreements, financing and service support
packages that are designed to guarantee best value. These include CCTV, the
provision of access control to areas and buildings, remote monitoring, perimeter
protection, Internet Protocol systems, networking and fibre optic
infrastructures. Photo-Scan's clients include some of the largest retailers,
property companies, local authorities, transport companies, manufacturers and
financial services companies in the country.

[garth] 10/12/2003 12:18

IGE up over 12% today.
Started a new thread with some more background on the company:


Thanks to Nick for this:

Nick2412 - 10 Dec'03 - 11:59 - 89 of 90

Summary of last years GCI article on IGE's results. Just snippets die to copyright.

Last year they grew sales 700 per cent to £502,697 in the year to September and anticipated further strong growth in 2002/03. Some £377,000 of revenue has already been contracted for the period.

Cautioned that initial take-up may be fairly slow as the security industry is very conservative.

Technology is being targeted at several industrial sectors including food production. Applications include scanning food packaging for contaminants.

Long-term looking at the medical sector and applying its technologies to the detection of cervical tumours.

Looks like IGE picked a good partner in Rapiscan who "specialises in producing the baggage scanning machines used in airports and snared itself 60 per cent of all new sales to this market last year."

[jailbird] 09/12/2003 12:33

Indeed..These gems are also very illiquid,in particular IGP and IGE. And as money comes available, I'm building a decent stake for me that is as you can only buy small amounts.
Got another 5k in IGP today. Will look at IGE now as may have bottomed these two will eventually blow on contract news.

ETQ, not sure with this one just yet. Need a bit more guidance maybe from the results due. IDD smart card manufacturer..a bit emotional attached (bad thing I know), but very tightly held by institutions and directors.

[garth] 09/12/2003 12:25

Thanks Jailbird.

I too am holding IGP - along with IGE and OMG I cannot quite believe how ignored they have been. It won't always be that way. Seeds planted for the future. The early bird.... (to mix metaphor) :-)

G.

[jailbird] 09/12/2003 11:16

Thanks Garth for the info...in particular IGE and ETQ look interesting.
I believe you looking at the right area in these troubled times with
terrorism.
Keep an eye on smarts cards too. IDD and IGP.This area seems to be takening off now..again linked to security.

[garth] 09/12/2003 10:01

From the IGE thread (results in a week):

Charles Clore - 8 Dec'03 - 21:59 - 55 of 57


Does this technology use x-rays?

garth - 9 Dec'03 - 06:50 - 56 of 57 edit


Yes, it uses x-rays to produce 2-d and 3-d images. The line images are used to construct 'layered' 3-d images from the Axis-3D equipment in baggage handling - making analyis much easier. There is no loss of through-put.

The industrial analysis equipment incorporates software which will auto-analyse the images so that human analysis is unnecessary. The equipment gives clear images of complex components, can be used to check pills in a box in pharmecutical applications - it can also be programmed to check that the leaflet is in the box. The DEX camera has been used to check for cracks in glass vials, the VIXion for components in medical devices. The whole aim is at the non-descructive testing(NDT) market. The technology was new 6 months ago and demonstarated in Stutgart for the first time. There was reportedly a lot of interest. I think they have come a long way in 6 months.

The x-ray technology is adapted to deal with paper, plastic, components - depends what you want. In one application they are working with a saw-mill and the technology is being used to scan trees prior to sawing in order to check for imbedded nails - very damaging to the mill's equipment. One application checks the steel in reinforced concrete, another is being developed which checks the integrity of alloy wheels.

They are putting a new website together which will detail more of the technology with images etc. the current site is more of a corporate one aimed at investors.

One difference in the DEX and VIXion technology seems to be precision in microns. But an attractive part of the story here is that the analysis software is giving exellent results in less complex equipment and therefore delivering results at a lower cost where that solution fits customer needs. Also, VIXion is aimed at larger objects, with DEX ideal for long, thin objects.

I haven't seen anything from the company to say that they are actually selling DEX and VIXion units yet - but that it something else that I would expect to see in the results.

Main comment here has been on the AXIS-3D baggage handling tests at Heathrow. What has got me really interested is the DEX and VIXion products....one new area they are looking at with the technology is 'amazing' - but I couldn't find anything more out about that :-)

Hope that helps

As ever, DYOR.

G.

garth - 9 Dec'03 - 09:26 - 57 of 57 edit


Sorry,

should also have added that what they are actually producing is comparable to MRI Scan quality but using X-ray+ISH systems/software as the technology. They are producing comparable results in real time and at a fraction of the cost.....

If you can provide the necassary quality faster and at less cost then that seems to fulfil significant criteria for a potential winner.

IMO, as ever.

G.