TRI-ED / NORTHERN VIDEO DISTRIBUTION ACQUIRES SGI -- Security Today

Tri-Ed/Northern Video Distribution Acquires SGI

Tri-Ed / Northern Video Distribution is pleased to announce its acquisition of Security General International (SGI), a leading wholesale distributor of Security and Low Voltage products in the Southwest U.S.

Dec 04, 2012

Staying true to its “buy and build” growth strategy, Tri-Ed / Northern Video continues to expand its footprint in North America. The acquisition of SGI and its 13 branch locations establishes a presence for Tri-Ed / Northern Video in six new cities - Fort Worth and McAllen, Texas; Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Oklahoma; Albuquerque, New Mexico and Orange, California.

“We are very excited about our expansion in the Southwest market, and serving our growing customer base there," notes Pat Comunale, Tri-Ed / Northern Video President and CEO. “We welcome the entire SGI staff to the Tri-Ed / Northern Video team and look forward to meeting and exceeding the expectations of security professionals in our new locations.”

As North America’s largest independent security distributor, Tri-Ed / Northern Video provides state-of-the-art solutions from the industry’s leading manufacturers of CCTV, IP Video, access control, fire, intrusion, sound, communications, structured cable and home automation products.

Featured

Medicare Portal Exposed Healthcare Provider Social Security Numbers

A public database intended to help patients find doctors inadvertently leaked the sensitive personal information of thousands of providers. Read Now
Security Today Announces 2026 Govies Government Security Award Winners

The annual awards program, launched in 2009, recognizes 21 companies driving innovation and strengthening operational effectiveness across the global security marketplace. Read Now
- Government
The Rise Of AI Agents Is Breaking Access Governance

Traditional IAM systems can't track the non-deterministic behavior of autonomous agents, making intent-based oversight a security necessity. Read Now
Genetec Urges Enhanced Identity Governance Amid AI Threats

As AI-driven attacks increase in sophistication, physical security leaders call for more than just routine password changes to protect networks. Read Now
Modernizing Public Safety Through Advanced Wood Door Systems

Lessons from school security have transformed interior wood doors into high-performance systems that balance welcoming aesthetics with forced-entry resistance. Read Now
- Facility Security
- Education Security
- Multi-Campus Facility Security

Artificial Intelligence

Security Today eNews

Sign up today for essential industry news and product information that can help you stay afloat in the fast-paced world of security.

Email Address*Country*

Please type the letters/numbers you see above.

Webinars

Whitepapers

New Products

A8V MIND

Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area.
PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening.
Camden CM-221 Series Switches

Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.