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PPVAR: A Little-Known Organization Making Big Contributions

I’ve heard it many times and there is no denying that the acronym is certainly a tongue-twister, but it truly describes this organization:  The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR) was established to promote the value of verification and validation of alarm events during the emergency response process using video, audio, and other emerging technologies while deploying those technologies with proven best practices.

Johnson Controls Advances Smart, Safe and Sustainable Buildings at GSX 2024, Driven by Customer Insights

Johnson Controls is showcasing its industry leading products, digitally-enabled solutions and service offerings at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 in Orlando, Florida, from Sept. 23-35. At booth 1275, the company will discuss how its proven solutions address every stage of a building’s lifecycle, proactively mitigate everyday security challenges and emerging threats, while promoting smarter, safer and more sustainable environments.

ViSTA Networking Solutions Expands Vigiles Video Security Product Line

ViSTA Networking Solutions (VNS) is pleased to announce a new set of set of systems as part of their video security product line – Vigiles.  The Vigiles-LPRappliances are specifically designed for Automated License Plate Recognition at the edge.  The first Vigiles-LPR offering is a complete solution which includes an integrated 33X 4MP PTZ camera, enclosure, and processor as well as a quick mount bracket system.

Decoding The Value In Your Security Business – Part 2

Every business owner should have a general idea of the worth of their own business as it is good practice to keep the pulse of what is transacting in our industry. Fortunately, our data shows that over the past two years, businesses that sold based on their EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest Taxes Depreciation and Amortization) value generally transacted in the 4X-9X multiple range.  What do those numbers mean for you?  Should the data set your expectations?
Well, it depends…

Moxa Announces New Distributor Partnership in Latin America with Tempel Group Colombia

Moxa announced that Tempel Group Colombia will join its global distribution network as a partner representing the territory of Colombia. The strategic partnership strengthens Moxa’s supply chain in Latin America and provides local stock for fast deliveries to the area’s industrial, oil & gas, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Tempel Group Colombia is a division of Tempel Group, an international technology company with locations in 22 countries and more than 45 years of distribution experience.

Make Sales Part Of Your Company’s DNA

It all began for me in the security industry in 1982: I was a college student who also worked the graveyard shift at a local Sonitrol central station, grinding for my living expenses like most college students do. At the time, I believed there was a means to an end with that as I had aspirations of becoming a police officer. After hitting my two-year mark with Sonitrol and just as I was completing my program in school, the Branch Manager of the central station approached me to offer a position in sales.

The Rise Of The Smartphone: A Secure And Convenient Future For Access Control

For its employees, clients, and guests, physical security has always been a top concern for businesses of any size. Specifically, access control systems are essential to protecting these individuals and their belongings. In its original form, access control was authorized using physical keys or keycards. But with the proliferation of smartphones and their connection with safe digital technologies like Google Wallet and Apple Wallet, things continue to shift very quickly.

Fostering Innovation Through Culture And Process

Early in my career in the electronic security industry, I remember someone telling me that you are either born into this industry or you fall into it. My experience was the latter. Almost twenty years ago it began with an opening for an inside salesperson at Honeywell Security in Louisville, KY. Since then, I’ve enjoyed working for small dealers, large integrators, and other manufacturers. I’ve been in vaults with $40 million in cash, secured critical infrastructure, and helped men wearing earbuds and sunglasses protect our country. It’s been an amazing experience and I’m proud to have helped hundreds of clients along the way.

Necessity Of Selecting An Industry-Specific Insurance Provider

By: Josh Ring, President, El Dorado Insurance Services When you say “insurance” in front of alarm company owners, it generally conjures up feelings of a very large expense for something that is not typically used or understood.  For most security alarm firms, insurance is their second-largest expense (behind payroll) and anything that can be done to […]

Teledyne FLIR Expands Next-Generation Hadron 640 Series of Dual Thermal-Visible Cameras for Unmanned Systems Integrators

 Teledyne FLIR released its next generation of high-performance Hadron 640 dual radiometric thermal and visible camera modules. The ITAR-free Hadron 640+ and radiometric Hadron 640R+ provide industry-leading thermal sensitivity. All models are size, weight, and power (SWaP) optimized for integration into unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned ground vehicles (UGV), robotic platforms, and emerging AI applications utilizing Teledyne FLIR Prism™ software.

Acre Adopts acre Intrusion Branding to Boost Clarity and Cohesion in Product Lineup

acre security announced an initiative as part of its ongoing effort to unify and simplify its product offerings. The rebranding of the SPC intruder detection system to acre Intrusion marks a strategic alignment within the company’s streamlined branding framework. This approach also includes the acre Access Control and acre Visitor Management solutions, bringing a cohesive identity to the entire portfolio.

New NAPCO StarLink Fire Max2 – UL-Listed Dual Sim/Dual Path Universal Commercial Fire Alarm Communicator

Amityville has recently launched its next-gen StarLink Fire Max 2 5G Dual Sim Fire Alarm Communicator, an innovative UL Listed, NFPA 72 compliant dual sim/dual path model that comes with a host of labor-saving features, and a new low equipment cost & monthly rate with instant rebate (nothing to mail in).

The ideal UL 864 Listed solution for maximizing your commercial fire business’ RMR while minimizing accounts’ operational expenses with no hidden extra costs, it is a fast, reliable 5G communications replacement for any 12/24V FACP’s costly pair of dedicated POTs lines. StarLink Fire Max 2 is a dual SIM communicator, supporting both Verizon and AT&T networks, and auto-selecting the best one, shown via a blue or red indicator inside.

Former a16z Partner Joins LVT as CRO to Expand Mobile Surveillance Unit Business

NAPCO Security Technologies announces its StarLink Network Operations Center (NOC) is now SOC 2 Rated. In addition to its UL Listed Certifications, Napco’s StarLink NOC has undergone rigorous criteria to implement and meet SOC Policies & Trust Services Criteria for cybersecurity and data privacy protection, i.e., providing added security for all Napco’s Dealers’ Accounts.

i-PRO Announces Support for Genetec Security Center SaaS

i-PRO announced support for Genetec™ Security Center SaaS. i-PRO will enable Security Center SaaS support in its new edge AI-enabled cameras while also releasing an app for existing cameras in the field at no cost. Users of AI-enabled i-PRO cameras will be able to simply install an application on the camera to give direct access to Genetec Security Center SaaS.