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Home Smart Home - When it comes to security and home automation, there are a lot of questions homeowners need to ask themselves. Do I want a smart home?

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When it comes to security and home automation, there are a lot of questions homeowners need to ask themselves. Do I want a smart home?

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Nov 01, 2015
Campus Shooting the Result of a Dice Game

Campus Shooting the Result of a Dice Game

One person was shot and killed at Tennessee State University Thursday night.

  • Oct 23, 2015
How to Keep Your Home Burglar-Free

How to Keep Your Home Burglar-Free

Are you sure your home is safe enough?

  • Oct 22, 2015
Security was increased for 2015 Zombicon

Security was increased for 2015 Zombicon

One person was killed while others were sent to the hospital after a shooting during the event in Fort Meyers, Florida.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 21, 2015
A Guide to bullet proof vests for the security industry

A Guide to Bullet Proof Vests for the Security Industry

Those in the private security sector might want to look to vests in order to stay protected.

  • By Chris Taylor
  • Oct 19, 2015
ASIS Supports Chula Vista Body Camera Program

ASIS Supports Chula Vista Body Camera Program

Local security professionals are in support of the Chula Vista Police Department’s program.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 15, 2015
Elderly Patient Dies after Altercation with Security Guards at Hospital

Elderly Patient Dies after Altercation with Security Guards at Hospital

The patient suffered a broken neck during a scuffle with security guards at a D.C. Hospital.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 07, 2015
San Antonio Security Guard Shoots and Kills Suspected Car Thief

San Antonio Security Guard Shoots and Kills Suspected Car Thief

The suspect tried to run the guard over with a stolen car.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Sep 23, 2015


Muslim Boy Builds Clock, Gets Mistaken for Building Bomb

Muslim Boy Builds Clock, Gets Mistaken for Building Bomb

Ahmed Mohamed was detained after his teacher notified authorities.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Sep 16, 2015
The Changing Role of Security in High-end Residential Communities

The Changing Role of Security in High-end Residential Communities

Number one concern is safety and security balanced with a welcoming, friendly environment for residents, families and visitors.

  • By Christopher Hansen
  • Sep 10, 2015

Z-Wave Alliance Welcomes Lowe's as it Expands its Smart Home Retail Presence

Membership with Iris by Lowe's smart home solution.

  • Sep 08, 2015

Monitronics Receives 4th Consecutive Consumer's Choice Award

Award based on customer service reviews and recommendations among alarm system companies.

  • Sep 03, 2015
Self-install with professional monitoring

One Touch Alarm

All too often, the emphasis and focus in the security industry is on new products, new applications or new technologies.

  • By Bart Didden
  • Sep 01, 2015
Hackers Working at Top Speed to Gain Entry into Your Car and Home

Hackers Working at Top Speed to Gain Entry into Your Car and Home

Small $30 device - Rolljam - enables entry into two of your most private places.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Aug 10, 2015

Protection 1 Celebrates Third Annual Day of Community Service

Protection 1 Team Members Volunteered at Local Organizations across the Country for “All for 1 Day."

  • Aug 04, 2015
Securing Your Car

Securing Your Car

Chances are, when you picked a parking place this morning, you weren’t thinking about security in that facility.

  • By Mary Wilbur
  • Aug 01, 2015
Why Families Prefer Prevention over Reaction When it Comes to Home Security

Why Families Prefer Prevention over Reaction When it Comes to Home Security

Protection matters, but it has to start beyond the front door.

  • By Alexei Erchak
  • Jul 27, 2015

Your Home Just Got a Whole Lot Smarter

SwannOne now available for complete control of security, temperature, lighting and more from the palm of your hand, anywhere in the world.

  • Jul 23, 2015

FIBARO Products Now Integrate with HomeSeer Home Control Systems

The complete line of products includes HS3 software and works with HSTouch mobile apps for home control from any location.

  • Jul 22, 2015

Tyco Security Products Partners with ADT

Interactive platform leverages Tyco SP’s optimized intrusion technology in the U.K. & South Africa.

  • Jul 21, 2015

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    Connect ONE®

    Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation.

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    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.

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