Tri-Ed/Northern Video Distribution Acquires Security Data & Cable HQ

Tri-Ed/Northern Video, North America’s largest independent security distributor, announced the acquisition of Security Data & Cable HQ. SDC’s two locations in Houston and Austin, Texas will now operate as Tri-Ed/Northern Video Distribution and the existing sales staff will continue to manage both branches.

“Tri-Ed/Northern Video continues to increase its U.S. footprint and serve a growing customer base,” noted Pat Comunale, president and chief operating officer. “We welcome our new sales team ─ Jay Piper, Danny Cranford, Erin Green and David Wilson ─ and look forward to meeting and exceeding the expectations of security professionals in our new Houston and Austin locations.”

Tri-Ed/Northern Video provides state-of-the-art solutions from the industry’s leading manufacturers of CCTV, IP, access control, fire, intrusion, sound, communications, structured cable, and home automation products. With 43 locations across the United States and Canada, the company offers personal customer service, ongoing technical systems support, flexible credit terms, next day shipping, purchasing rewards, and ongoing training programs.

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