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The programs provide value kits for model homes and large qualified developments DSC announces the launch of a new program geared towards homebuilders and developers looking to deliver best-in-class smart home security and technology to homeowners. Two-Tier Security Program The program is comprised of two tiers – The Model Home Program and The Community Program, both featuring home security and automation packages including features such as lighting and temperature con...

WESCO was selected based on its commitment to the ISONAS brand and overall partnership with the company to help its annual growth in 2015 ISONAS Inc., a pure IP access control system manufacturer, announced that the company honored WESCO International, Inc. with its 2015 Distributor of The Year Award at the 2016 WESCO Sales Meeting in April. ISONAS continues to expand their open platform access control solution by providing customers with state-of-the-art access control syste...

Talkaphone products are integrated with Arecont Vision cameras in a wide variety of verticals and applications Arecont Vision has announced that Talkaphone, a manufacturer of emergency call box products, is now part of the Arecont Vision Technology Partner Program. Talkaphone products are integrated with Arecont Vision cameras in a wide variety of verticals and applications including parks and open spaces, schools, corporate campuses, parking lots and structures, and city stre...

Through a charity program, Identiv was able to present a check for $9,900 to Kidd’s Kids during the event Identiv, Inc. today announced that during Identification Systems Group’s Partner Exhibits, Meeting, and Charity Event on May 15 - 17, 2016 in Dallas, Texas, Identiv was awarded 2015 Vendor of the Year. Additionally, through a charity spiff program ended April 30, 2016, Identiv was able to present a check for $9,900 to Kidd’s Kids during the event. Identi...

Darren Seed is responsible for leading capital markets and investor relations efforts, and corporate communications Avigilon Corporation, provider of trusted security solutions, announced the appointment of Darren Seed to the position of Vice President, Capital Markets & Communications. Mr. Seed's primary responsibilities are to build and maintain strategic relationships with the investment community and to expand Avigilon's institutional shareholder base. In addition to...

As a dedicated supporter of safety and security in healthcare facilities, STANLEY Security is expanding its support of IAHSS STANLEY Security, a leading global security company specializing in advanced integrated security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces that it is bolstering its association and partnership with the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS).  As a dedicated and fervent supporter of safety and security in hea...

$60 million worth of pharmaceuticals were stolen from the Eli Lilly warehouse in July 2010 A federal jury has ruled that Tyco Integrated Systems is not liable for a $60 million theft of prescription drugs six years ago from an Eli Lilly pharmaceutical warehouse in Enfield, Connecticut.   The lawsuit alleged that the burglary plot surrounding the heist involved access to confidential information about security weaknesses at the warehouse (which Tyco should have protected)...

Da-Qian Li joins ForeScout after a decade-long tenure at Cisco ForeScout Technologies Inc., the pioneer in agentless cybersecurity, announced today the appointment of Da-Qian “DQ” Li as Vice President of Sales in Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ). Li will apply his extensive track record developing and managing APJ-based sales teams in fast-growth, channel-focused markets to continue fostering ForeScout’s unbridled global momentum. Experienced Sales LeaderDa-Qian...

The appointment signals further strengthening of Vicon’s US sales presence in response to strong demand for its security solutions Vicon Industries, Inc. (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, continues to expand its U.S. sales presence with the addition of Coaxial Systems Associates (Coaxial), a manufacturers’ representative firm covering the state of Florida and the Caribbean. This additiona...

JR Andrews accepted the Superstar award for Altronix from Bill Bozeman, President & CEO of PSA Security Network PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, has announced the 2016 PSA Security Network Vendor Award and Customer Service Award Winners. The Vendor Award winners were selected by PSA owner companies based on rankings for pricing, shipping, support, lead generation, returns and product performance. PSA’s custom...

 Addition of these products allows Monitronics to offer a portfolio of reliable security and home control devices   Tyco Security Products is pleased to announce that Monitronics has selected the DSC PowerSeries Neo platform and the DSC Touch all-in-one smart panel to be part of its authorized dealer programme, a network with more than 600 dealers from throughout North America. A Portfolio Of Up-To-Date Security Devices The addition of these two products is pa...

Theia’s portfolio of high performance 4K and megapixel lenses are available in the Arecont Vision MegaLab Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced that Theia Technologies, the IP video surveillance lens specialist, has joined the Arecont Vision Technology Partner Program. Theia lenses are available in the Arecont Vision MegaLab™. Arecont Vision Expands Technology Partner Program “Arecont Vision has cons...

Agreement enables enhanced technical support and faster time to installation for PalmEntry and PalmEntryXS solutions Fujitsu Frontech North America Inc., a leader in innovative technology and front-end solutions is pleased to announce that Torrance, CA-based PCSC will be the master distributor for PalmEntryTM and PalmEntryTMXS physical access control solutions effective immediately. Both PalmEntry and PalmEntryXS are based on Fujitsu’s award winning PalmSecure® p...

The acquisition of Innometriks strengthens Tyco Security Products’ position in the federal market Tyco Security Products has announced that it has acquired substantially all of the assets of Innometriks and 2DogsStudios, developers of high assurance readers, software and mobile solutions for FIPS-201 (Federal Information Processing Standard) smart card credentials. Tyco Security Products’ Access Control Solution Portfolio This acquisition strengthens Tyco Securi...

Clients will continue to receive the core services of travel tracking, trip briefs and alerts iJET International, Inc., a leading provider of integrated risk management solutions, announces the acquisition of Aon’s WorldAware book of business and the WorldAware brand to further iJET’s strategic efforts to expand globally. Clients will continue to receive the core services of travel tracking, trip briefs and alerts. “We have strategically positioned for growt...

Tech Support via Live Chat is available Monday through Friday, 9:00AM – 7:00PM EST to answer product questions ASSA ABLOY Phoenix recently announced the full roll out of its tech support Live Chat feature on all Phoenix brand websites. After successful implementation on the Securitron website, Adams Rite, HES and Alarm Controls have introduced the same support. Live Chat For Assa Abloy Phoenix Brands Tech Support via Live Chat is available Monday through Friday, 9:00AM...

MIA’s solid customer-base and in-depth knowledge of the market is vital as Zwipe enters the Turkish market Zwipe recently announced a distribution agreement with MIA Teknoloji, a highly innovative solution provider focused on public and private organizational needs for secure infrastructures. Specializing in a range of biometric identification technologies, including solutions for banking, payment, identification and access control, MIA has a proven track record in intro...

New appointments strengthen Middle Atlantic's commitment as AV infrastructure market leader Middle Atlantic Products today announced two new additions to the company's product management team. Alec Conrad joins as Senior Product Manager for the company's signal path offerings, while Bret Leatherwood is the new Product Manager for infrastructure accessories. In these roles, Conrad and Leatherwood will oversee product development and drive strategies for delivering new, customer...

Fluidmesh has retained the two firms to meet growing demand for its wireless products Fluidmesh Networks, a worldwide leader in wireless systems for security, industrial, and mission-critical applications, has retained two more manufacturer’s rep firms to meet the growing demand for its wireless products which enable outdoor and large-scale applications of the Internet of Things. Expanding Security Product Portfolio Fluidmesh is pleased to welcome Osborn Sales Solution...

The new office will help Aiphone in providing highest degree of sales and support services for customers Aiphone Corp., the leading international manufacturer of intercom and entry security products, recently  announced the opening of an East Coast office in Cherry Hill, N.J. enabling the company to better serve a growing U.S. market area. Aiphone Service And Tech Support Bruce Czerwinski, Aiphone’s U.S. General Sales Manager, said the new office will house custom...

IHS Technology predicts strong growth for smart cards despite the SIM card market remaining flat The total market for smart cards is forecast to grow from an estimated 8.8 billion shipped in 2015 to almost 11.9 billion in 2020, despite the fact that the SIM card market is expected to remain relatively flat over the next five years. Which Vertical Markets Are Driving Growth? The key end-user sectors leading growth over the next five years include payment and banking, e-gover...

Phaedrus adds security to their embedded product portfolio and strengthens Icon Labs’ worldwide presence Icon Labs, a leading provider of embedded networking and security technology, today announced that it has selected Phaedrus Systems, the leading specialist in the support of engineers at all stages of embedded safety-critical and high-integrity projects in the United Kingdom, to be the exclusive reseller of Icon Lab’s award winning Floodgate Security Framework....

Louroe Electronics announces Gulf Atlantic Marketing Group, Inc. as its representative group in Florida Louroe Electronics, world leader in audio monitoring technology within the security industry, is proud to announce that it has signed with Gulf Atlantic Marketing Group, Inc. to be its representative group in Florida. Solidifying Louroe's National Position Through Presence In Florida Impressed by the firm's strong emphasis on customer support, sales and product t...

The resulting system capability provides for enhanced COP, better detection probability and reduced false alarm rates PureTech Systems, an Arizona-based physical security software, specializing in video analytics, recently announced the completed integrations of several force protection sensors. The technical milestone adds to a growing list of long-range persistent surveillance capabilities to the PureActiv Wide Area Surveillance platform aimed at protecting borders and large...

Avigilon’s year over year sales growth outpaced that of the security industry Avigilon Corporation, provider of trusted security solutions, reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2016. All figures are in United States ("US") dollars unless otherwise stated. First Quarter 2016 Financial Highlights Revenue was $69.9 million, an increase of 15% over Q1 2015 revenue of $60.6 million Gross margin was 57%, down from 59% a year earlier Adjusted EB...

Dotworkz products are available in the Arecont Vision MegaLab as part of the agreement Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced that Dotworkz, a leading manufacturer of protective camera housings for extreme environments, has joined the Arecont Vision Technology Partner Program. Dotworkz products are available in the Arecont Vision MegaLab™ as part of the agreement. “Integrators and end customers will greatly...

The Use Case WG will act as additional ‘ear to the industry’, and help ONVIF to gather input on what is happening in market ONVIF®, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently the formation of the ONVIF Use Case Working Group (WG), a new working group charged with developing real-world use cases in response to current market demand. These use cases will be used as input for ONVIF specifications, the...

The combined company will operate under the AlliedUniversal brand following the close of the transaction AlliedBarton Security Services and Universal Services of America recently announced that they have agreed to merge, creating the leading security company in North America. Merged Company To Operate Under AlliedUniversal Brand The combined company, which will operate under the AlliedUniversal brand following the close of the transaction, will offer its clients localised re...

Increases in education security spending will benefit from a rebound in educational building construction expenditures Demand for security products and services in the education market is expected to rise 3.4 percent annually to $2.5 billion in 2020. Increases in education security spending will benefit from a rebound in educational building construction expenditures, as the most significant security upgrades tend to occur when new buildings are constructed or during large-sca...

The Technology Xchange will handle sales and support activities for Galaxy’s integrated access control solutions in the Western US markets Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has partnered with The Technology Xchange to provide manufacturer’s rep services and handle sales and support activities in California, Nevada, Arizona and Hawaii. “When we evaluated manufacturer’s representatives...