Dealers and Integrators


Arizona Business Cuts False Alarms With Web-Enabled Access Control Software

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that Tri-City Mechanical, a 512-employee design/build contractor in Chandler, Ariz., is using Schlage bright blue Web-enabled access control software and Schlage wireless access control locking systems to reduce false alarm calls at its 77,000 square foot facility.

ScanSource's IMPACT NOW Show Breaks Attendance Records

ScanSource Inc., a value-added distributor of specialty technology products, hosted more than 1,000 resellers, manufacturers and employees at its IMPACT NOW show in Orlando, Fla. in mid-November.

HID Global Honored For Support Of Connecticut Career Choice Program

HID Global recently announced that its Connecticut manufacturing facility is to be honored by Lt. Gov. Michael Fedele, in recognition of the company’s efforts and continued support of the Connecticut Career Choice program.

Arizona Alarm Association Accepted As NBFAA Chartered Chapter

The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) recently announced that the Arizona Alarm Association (AAA) has been accepted as a state-chartered chapter by unanimous vote.

Alarm.com Launches Remote Video Monitoring Solution

Alarm.com, a provider of wireless and Web-enabled security and monitoring technology for residential and light commercial customers, recently announced the launch of Alarm.com Video, its new remote video monitoring solution.

Bosch Opens New Training Center In Atlanta Area

Bosch Security Systems Inc., a full-line manufacturer of security solutions, recently announced the opening of a new training center in the greater Atlanta area.

NBFAA Requests Exemption From Proposed DOE Regulations

The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association recently submitted comments to the Department of Energy regarding the proposed “Test Procedures for Battery Chargers and External Power Supplies in Standby Mode and Off Mode.”

Panasonic, Sanyo In Talks Regarding Alliance

Panasonic Corp. and Sanyo Electric Co. Ltd., upon the resolutions of meetings of the respective boards of directors Friday, agreed to start discussions for a capital and business alliance between the two companies.



Smart Card Alliance Creates Professional Certification Program

The Smart Card Alliance recently announced it has created the Leadership, Education and Advancement Program (LEAP) for individuals interested in continuously improving their knowledge and professional proficiency in the smart card industry.

Smith & Wesson Introduces Security Services Program At ISC East

First-time exhibitor at ISC East, Smith & Wesson, the iconic 156-year old manufacturer of handguns in the United States, introduced its exclusive licensing agreement with NationWide Digital Monitoring Co. Inc. at the company’s booth.

ioimage Intelligent Video Devices To Run On Genetec’s Management Solution

ioimage recently announced announced it has entered into a technology partnership with Genetec. As a result of this partnership, ioimage’s video analytics devices can now be integrated into Omnicast, Genetec’s IP video surveillance solution, enabling surveillance video to be viewed, archived and mined.

Connecticut Police Chiefs Association Adopts Alarm Ordinance

Recognizing the need to reduce requests for police response to baseless alarm activations, Glen Mowrey of the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC) appeared before the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) to discuss initiatives begun by several states to manage and reduce the number of false burglar alarm activations. CPCA then tasked their Private Security Committee to develop an overall approach to alarm management and to create the model ordinance.

Avigilon Signs KLM Marketing As Manufacturer’s Representative

Avigilon recently announced that it has signed KLM Marketing as its newest manufacturer’s representative to expand market opportunities for the company’s high-definition and megapixel video surveillance systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region.

Web-Based Course Covers Role Of Door Closers

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced a new, free Web-based course that covers the basics of the role door closers play in controlling the door.

AMAG Technology Awarded ISO 14001 Certification

AMAG Technology, a manufacturer of security management systems for the commercial and government markets, has been awarded ISO 14001 certification, the only environmental standard recognized worldwide.

Research: Video Surveillance In Transportation, Retail Sectors Set To Take Off

Security is the best-known application of video surveillance, but by no means the only one. Transportation systems and retail are both promising markets for video surveillance, where its uses extend to legal liability prevention, customer behavior analysis and store design.

Hirsch Electronics Enters Distribution Business

Hirsch Electronics, a supplier of physical access control systems, has signed an exclusive global distribution agreement with SCM Microsystems, a supplier of smart card readers for secure authentication, to provide SCM’s Physical Access Control Terminals (PACT) series physical access readers to the open market.

Dotworkz Signs Distribution Agreement With Moonblink Communications

Dotworkz, a provider of network-based video surveillance products, announced recently that it has signed an agreement with Moonblink Communications, a value added distributor of wireless broadband solutions

IdentiSys Announces Acquisition Of CardSmart Systems

IdentiSys Inc., North America’s largest sales and service integrator of identification, tracking and security products, recently announced the acquisition of CardSmart Systems Inc., located in Lisle, Ill., a western suburb of Chicago.

Securitas USA Receives Awards From ASIS International

Securitas Security Services USA Inc. (Securitas USA) recently announced that it has received a Special Recognition Award from ASIS International at the 2008 ASIS International Seminar in Atlanta.

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