Dealers and Integrators


ESA Advocates Balanced Approach to Fire Safety

The Electronic Security Association's (ESA) Government Relations Department is requesting Congress include amendments to H.R. 1792 and S. 1035, the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act of 2011 that would provide a balanced approach of Fire Suppression + Detection = Fire Protection.

Gamewell-FCI Introduces Second LOC Emergency Communications Console

The new emergency communications offerings provide cost-effective, remote control capabilities.

Security and Data Technologies Inc. Receives Honeywell’s Platinum Certification

The largest privately-owned integrator in the Philadelphia area attains a top-level distinction.

DIGIOP Adds Three Manufacturer's Representatives

The company announces the selection of InTech Sales, Campion Sales and The Burcaw Company as manufacturer’s representatives for the southwestern, south central regions and the state of Michigan respectively.

Traditional and Logical Security Converge

When the ASIS Annual Seminar and Exhibits opens in Orlando on Sept. 19, there will be some exciting additions for security practitioners to note.

Monitronics Dealer Manager Named to '20 Under 40' List

The award recognizes talented young people in security industry.

ESX Launches New Online ESXperience

Security integration and monitoring companies can receive access to downloadable presentations and video captures.

Diebold Earns Top Honors as CSAA Central Station of the Year

The company’s monitoring center was recognized for the second time by the Central Station Alarm Association.



ComNet Adds New North American Strategic Partner

Code Blue chooses ComNet to provide media interface products for its emergency call boxes.

Honeywell Welcomes RFI Communications and Security Systems as Authorized Dealer

In addition to commercial customers, the San Jose-based security, fire and life safety integrator provides safety and security solutions for federal, state and local government agencies.

Fluidmesh Honors Coaxial Systems Associates as Rep of the Year

The award is given to the Rep that has shown the greatest dedication in selling Fluidmesh products.

Elk Products Announces Its Summer Lineup of Educational Events

The events consist of headquarter classes, off-site training and a new series of webinars.

ESX Announces 2011 Maximum Impact Award Winners

The winners of the 2011 Maximum Impact Awards have been announced at the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) in Charlotte, N.C.

A Conversation with Ed Strong

Western Digital is making waves in the mergers and acquisitions market by buying Hitachi Global Storage. With the economy making a rebound, we wanted to know more about the company and its plans for the future, so we talked with Ed Strong, director of Western Digital’s CE business unit.

ESA And Chapters Honor Students Of Police, Firefighters

Children of firefighters from California and Michigan were awarded $10,000 in scholarships by the Electronic Security Association (ESA) through the ESA Youth Scholarship Program.

ESX Launches Presidents' Club Sponsor Program

Members of the Presidents’ Club have committed to participation in ESX 2011, 2012 and 2013.

Proximex and SAIC Sign Reseller Agreement

SAIC to resell Surveillint and develop integrations for its sensor and scanner product lines.

Tri-Ed/Northern Video Announces Additional Dates for Its 2011 IP Video Tech Tour

The classes address important IP topics including the OSI model, IP naming structure, network design best practices and switch basics.

Inovonics Signs Four New Dealers for Its Situation Awareness, Mass Notification Product

The company's new Radius product is garnering attention and interest among channel partners.

Survey Reports Rise In European Security Spending

End users in Europe are reported a 3 percent in budgets for video surveillance systems while budgets for access control and security systems integration will jump about 2 percent over the next year.

Featured

  • AI to Help Resolve Non-Emergency Calls Across Utah and Decrease 911 Caller Wait Times

    The Utah Communications Authority (UCA), which oversees the state’s next generation 911 technology services, recently announced that public safety answering points (PSAPs) throughout the state plan to implement Motorola Solutions’ Virtual Response technology to automate the receipt and resolution of 10-digit non-emergency line calls in Utah with the help of AI. Read Now

  • Report Reveals Local Governments Face Surge in Ransomware Attacks with Minimal Resources

    KnowBe4, the cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, recently released new research highlighting the critical cybersecurity challenges facing state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments. The report details how government organizations have become prime targets for cybercriminals while simultaneously facing severe resource constraints. Read Now

  • Video Surveillance Trends to Watch

    With more organizations adding newer capabilities to their surveillance systems, it’s always important to remember the “basics” of system configuration and deployment, as well as the topline benefits of continually emerging technologies like AI and the cloud. Read Now

  • New Report Reveals Top Trends Transforming Access Controller Technology

    Mercury Security, a provider in access control hardware and open platform solutions, has published its Trends in Access Controllers Report, based on a survey of over 450 security professionals across North America and Europe. The findings highlight the controller’s vital role in a physical access control system (PACS), where the device not only enforces access policies but also connects with readers to verify user credentials—ranging from ID badges to biometrics and mobile identities. With 72% of respondents identifying the controller as a critical or important factor in PACS design, the report underscores how the choice of controller platform has become a strategic decision for today’s security leaders. Read Now

  • Overwhelming Majority of CISOs Anticipate Surge in Cyber Attacks Over the Next Three Years

    An overwhelming 98% of chief information security officers (CISOs) expect a surge in cyber attacks over the next three years as organizations face an increasingly complex and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven digital threat landscape. This is according to new research conducted among 300 CISOs, chief information officers (CIOs), and senior IT professionals by CSC1, the leading provider of enterprise-class domain and domain name system (DNS) security. Read Now

New Products

  • A8V MIND

    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.

  • Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden Door Controls has relaunched its CV-7600 card readers in response to growing market demand for a more secure alternative to standard proximity credentials that can be easily cloned. CV-7600 readers support MIFARE DESFire EV1 & EV2 encryption technology credentials, making them virtually clone-proof and highly secure.

  • FEP GameChanger

    FEP GameChanger

    Paige Datacom Solutions Introduces Important and Innovative Cabling Products GameChanger Cable, a proven and patented solution that significantly exceeds the reach of traditional category cable will now have a FEP/FEP construction.