NAPCO Security Systems Inc. recently announced the acquisition of Marks USA. The purchase price for the business and substantially all of the assets was $25 million and the assumption of current liabilities.
Alarm.com, a provider of digital wireless and Web-enabled security technology for residential and small business customers, recently announced the AirFX Remote Toolkit -- a Web-based tool that lets security dealers program security system settings and troubleshoot many customer issues remotely, without the need for a truck roll.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently released American National Standard ANSI/SIA OSIPS-01:2008 SIA Open, Systems Integration and Performance Standards -- Framework, the foundation for all of SIA’s Open Systems Integration and Performance Standards (OSIPS) family of standards.
Envysion Inc., a Managed Video as a Service (MVaaS) provider, recently announced it has launched the Envysion Partner Program, which delivers a new recurring revenue stream for partners with a differentiated Web-based managed video service.
ioimage recently announced that it has signed an agreement with e-Convergence Solutions, a specialized distributor of presence, security and convergence technologies, to distribute ioimage products to data networking VARs in North America.
Andrews International, a full-service provider of security and risk mitigation services recently announced the acquisition of Seventrees Corp., a specialized uniformed security, personal protection, special event security and training services company, based in Benton Harbor, Mich.
North American Video (NAV), a global provider of integrated security and technology solutions, has announced the creation of a new business unit.
Cernium Corp., developer of video analytics-enabled products, recently announced it has launched a certification program for Perceptrak, now integrated with Milestone XProtect Enterprise. The program will certify integrators and value-added resellers to sell, design and provide technical support for Perceptrak for XProtect Enterprise.
On May 7, 2007, Julie Bender of Orlando, Fla., spent her morning at gunpoint. Awakened at approximately 4:45 a.m. by noises at her front door, she went to investigate and saw someone breaking through her front door with a sledge hammer. Running into her bedroom, she pressed the panic button on her Brink’s Home Security alarm keypad, and, phone in hand, locked herself in her bathroom while attempting to call 911.
Samsung Techwin announced recently that effective immediately, it has terminated its distribution and marketing relationship with Advanced Digital Security Solutions Inc. (ADSS), who has been marketing the Samsung Techwin CCTV products under the name Samsung 360.
AlliedBarton Security Services and The Blackstone Group recently announced a definitive agreement under which the private equity fund managed by The Blackstone Group will acquire AlliedBarton.
SecurityNet, an international network of leading independent system integrators offering clients a single, responsible source for meeting all electronic security needs, recently announced the addition of four new members.
Information security is a top priority for many organizations. Increasing security concerns regarding the use of hand-held devices, mobile and remote workers, VoIP technology and a host of other issues affect almost every organization. Yet a recent study indicates that the individuals responsible for maintaining data and network security may not have the skills to do so.
- By John Venator
- Jul 14, 2008
The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) presented the association’s annual Leadership Awards during the 2008 Summer Conference, including chapter awards, the President’s Award and leadership recognition awards of committee chairs and the association’s Executive Committee.
ADI, a global wholesale distributor of security and low voltage products, recently announced it will host an Outdoor Perimeter Protection Week from Monday, July 28 to Friday, Aug. 1 at branches across the country.
For the third year running, Lenel Systems International has claimed top honors from industry peer Axis Communications by being named the company’s “Total Solution Partner of the Year.”
Stanley Convergent Security Solutions recently announced the purchase of the retail branch business from National Guardian Security Services located in Norwalk, Conn.
Honeywell recently launched The Security Channel, a dynamic new Web site featuring a wide selection of videos that showcase the newest security technologies, introduce viewers to leading industry personalities and examine real-world security projects
In an effort to raise awareness about the importance of installing home fire sprinkler systems and to honor America’s service men and women, Tyco Fire & Building Products donated a Rapid Response Home Fire Sprinkler System to a house built in Ross Township, Pa., for veteran Spc. James Fair by Homes for Our Troops.
Drug store giant Walgreens has just completed installing and networking Ionit Technologies Inc.’s DVR system to monitor, manage and protect more than 6,200 stores, facilities and distribution centers around the country.
- By Brent Hamachek
- Jul 01, 2008