Dealers and Integrators


Matrix Systems Names Bob Mosler as Director of Contract Sales

Mosler will build a North American value-added reseller network to provide sales, installation, integration and customer support for two newly introduced Matrix Systems products: the open architecture, enterprise-based FrontierT Universe and the Web browser-based FrontierT Web Essentials access control systems.

TriEd Northern Video Distribution Releases 2011 Product Catalog

Tri-Ed / Northern Video Distribution has released its 2011 product catalog, which highlights hundreds of manufacturer partners and thousands of product offerings spanning IP, CCTV, access control, intrusion, fire, structured cable, sound, data communications, hardware and business solutions.

Micro Key Solutions Offers Free CSAA Memberships

Micro Key Solutions, in cooperation with the Central Station Alarm Association, a trade association that represents companies offering alarm monitoring systems through a central station, is offering to pay the first year’s CSAA membership dues for any CSAA-approved Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) Central Station using Micro Key Solutions’ Millennium Series Monitoring software.

Palo Alto Networks Partner Program Aims to Provide Integrated Network Security

The program consists of a partnership of technology vendors committed to arming mutual customers with integrated solutions that fundamentally improve network security and risk management for enterprises.

LCA Sales Co. to Represent Altronix In N.J. and NYC Area

Altronix, which manufactures low-voltage power supplies and accessories for the electronic security industry, announced the appointment of LCA Sales Company of Hawthorne, N.Y., as its manufacturers’ representatives for New Jersey and the greater New York City area effective immediately.

ADT Awarded Contract By State Of New Jersey

ADT Security Services announced recently that the state of New Jersey has joined a four-year cooperative procurement agreement with the National Joint Powers Alliance, serviced by ADT, which will allow state and municipal agencies, school districts and public colleges and universities to satisfy competitive bid requirements to directly purchase security services and equipment from ADT.

Tri-Ed/Northern Video and Telguard Commit to a Gold ESA Partnership

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) announced that Tri-Ed/Northern Video Distribution and Telguard, a division of Telular, have pledged their support as Gold-level Executive Strategic Partners (ESP) for 2011.

Darren Nix

Tip of the Month: System Testing 101

Whether you are directly responsible for routine audits, similar to this agency; a security professional accountable for testing your company’s systems; or even a home owner with a burglar alarm system, you must fully understand how to test your system and conduct frequent, routine testing.



APX Alarm Enters Home Automation Market as Vivint

APX Alarm Security Solutions Inc. has changed its name to Vivint as it enters into the home automation market with the launch of new products and services.

A Conversation with Eddie Lee

Trade shows play a key role in the security industry. Many companies use the time on the show floor to announce new products and introduce new technologies to potential customers. At the recent ISC Solutions expo in New York, we took the opportunity to sit down with Eddie Lee to talk about NUVICO products and technologies.

APX Alarm Joins Forces With SIAC

X Alarm Security Solutions Inc. recently announced the company will help the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC) with additional resources in its fight to improve alarm management practices across the country and enact fair and balanced ordinances.

Monfort Electronics Merges with Bruce Dawson & Associates

Two of the industry’s leading manufacturer’s rep organizations have merged to form Monfort Electronics/BDA, a new entity with even greater industry presence and strength than that of the two individual companies.

ONVIF Announces More Than 600 Conformant Products

ONVIF, a global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, recently announced that the number of ONVIF conformant products, including network cameras and video management systems, has reached more than 600.

2011 ESA Leadership Summit Honors Industry Leaders

Following a new format featuring a hosted guest segment, the annual ESA Leadership Summit was enthusiastically supported by Electronic Security Association (ESA) members from across the United States.

Fire-Lite Alarms Expands Training Course Offerings

Fire-Lite Alarms’ 2011 training schedule has been expanded to cover three courses and a large number of locations.

DVTel Signs KLM Marketing and STS as Manufacturer Representatives

KLM Marketing will support all activity in the region –Including in Virginia; Washington, D.C.; and Maryland – with STS Sales and Marketing working in Delaware, Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey.

Lenel and Security-Net Partner to Expand Product Options

Lenel Systems International and Security-Net have expanded their relationship in developing opportunities for Lenel Systems and growing Security-Net’s National Accounts product offering.

CSAA Supports IAFC’s NFPA Code Change Proposals

The International Association of Fire Chiefs, in coordination with the Central Station Alarm Association Board of Directors, recently submitted a number of proposals to the National Fire Protection Association to modernize the NFPA Life Safety Code and help reduce false dispatches. The intent of the proposals is to provide solutions to the problems caused by the number of false alarms in commercial facilities to which fire departments respond annually.

IP Technical Training Tour 2011

IP Video Technology Tour Adds Level II Training

Tri-Ed/Northern Video Distribution will go on the road again to help dealers and integrators understand network design best practices and more.

Accessibility and Access Control

Matrix Systems was able to outfit a family on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition with biometric access control and a CCTV system, which was much to their espionage aficionado son's liking. “All I need is a pair of shades, and I’m secret agent Garrett,” he said upon seeing the secret room for the first time.

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    Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file.

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    EasyGate SPT SPD

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    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.