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Napco’s Continental Enterprise Controllers Now Integrated with LifeSafety Power

NAPCO Access, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies and a leader in access control solutions since 1969, announces its new Unified Power Solution, developed in partnership with LifeSafety Power. This streamlined chassis integrates NAPCO Access Panel components and LifeSafety Power modules, delivering a space-saving, labor-efficient solution for professional security integrators.

Keynote Speakers Announced for ISC West 2025

ISC West, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), unveiled its 2025 Keynote Series. Featuring a powerhouse lineup of experts in cybersecurity, retail security, and leadership, each keynote will offer invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities transforming the field of security.

Study: Video Doorbells Have a 71% Service Attach Rate

Parks Associates recently announced a new white paper, Consumer IoT Product Development: Managing Costs, Optimizing Revenues, which provides companies with a business-planning blueprint to evaluate how a consumer IoT solution will perform across its lifetime. Subscription services, such as video storage and professional monitoring, can be critical for covering ongoing cloud and support costs

Michigan City Fights Retail Crime With AI-Powered Video Surveillance, 911 Camera Sharing

To combat persistent retail crime and deliver peace of mind to workers in the bustling North Leroy Street business district, the City of Fenton Police Department has deployed a new AI-powered video surveillance system with camera-sharing technology to accelerate response time during retail heists or other emergencies.

TSA Intercepts 6,678 Firearms at Airport Security Checkpoints in 2024

During 2024, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) intercepted a total of 6,678 firearms at airport security checkpoints, preventing them from getting into the secure areas of the airport and onboard aircraft. Approximately 94% of these firearms were loaded. This total is a minor decrease from the 6,737 firearms stopped in 2023. Throughout 2024, TSA managed its “Prepare, Pack, Declare” public awareness campaign to explain the steps for safely traveling with a firearm.

NAPCO Promotes Peter Lowenstein to Head Napco Access

NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., based in Amityville, NY, is proud to announce Peter Lowenstein’s promotion to head up sales for Napco Access, a newly unified group combining the company’s three access control divisions: Alarm Lock, Marks USA, and Napco Access Pro (formerly Continental).

Survey: Only 7 Percent of Business Leaders Using AI in Physical Security

A new survey from Pro-Vigil looks at video surveillance trends, how AI is impacting physical security, and more.

2024 Gun Violence Report: Fewer Overall Incidents, but School Deaths and Injuries Are on the Rise

Omnilert, provider of gun detection technology, today released its compilation of Gun Violence Statistics for 2024 summarizing gun violence tragedies and their adverse effects on Americans and the economy. While research showed a decrease in overall deaths and injuries, the rising number of school shootings and fatalities and high number of mass shootings underscored the need to keep more people safe in schools as well as places of worship, healthcare, government, retail and commerce, finance and banking, hospitality and other public places.



Snap One Adds New Luma 4K Hybrid Surveillance Cameras to X20 Portfolio

As residential and commercial surveillance technology continues to advance, Snap One, now part of ADI, is evolving and investing in Luma by adding a new line of Luma 4K Hybrid cameras that deliver enhanced performance features and versatile designs.

MetLife Stadium Uses Custom Surveillance Solution from Axis Communications

Axis Communications, provider of video surveillance and network devices, today announced the implementation of a custom surveillance solution developed in collaboration with the MetLife Stadium security team. This new, tailored solution will help the venue augment its security capabilities, providing high-quality video at unprecedented distances and allowing the security team to identify details from anywhere in the venue.

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  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation.

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities