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As a new entrant to the market in 2011 Securadyne Systems saw an opportunity to build something different, fill an existing “gap” in the market, and create a company that would be both unfailingly consistent in its focus and forward-thinking in its approach. Just five years on these efforts have earned it SDM’s 2016 Systems Integrator of the Year award.
SDM’s Systems Integrator of the Year honoree is just four years old, but in that time has grown its annual revenue remarkably, received SAFETY Act designation, and is about to move into a brand new headquarters building.
The SDM Systems Integrator of the Year award is based on a host of criteria including unmistakable success, a high level of innovation, best practices, growth and the unique ways they’ve approached their business, the industry, and the community around them.
Smarter, more efficient technologies are underscoring the importance of components once considered an afterthought in video system design and installation.
Rapid change has been a constant within the industry for the past few years, and change remains a main part of “business as usual” for security professionals and end users alike.
The traditional push-to-speak entry control has been around for years, but with cellular and IP technology becoming so widespread, entry controls are playing an increasingly larger role in a building’s security and connected environment.
Is do-it-yourself (DIY) security here to stay, or is it just a fad? Based on our experience, the security industry seems to be in a transitional period.
Last month we marked the 15th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania — a day that would forever change our great country.
Eagle Eye Networks has awarded $1.25 Million in Drako Cloud Security Grants to schools throughout the U.S. A broad range of public and private schools were awarded the Drako Grant for a fully functional security camera system at no cost for one year.
On July 5, 2016, the 2012 Edition of NFPA 101 and the 2010 Edition of NFPA 72 began applying to all healthcare facilities participating in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement programs.
Speco Technologies, a manufacturer of commercial and residential surveillance and audio products based in Amityville, N.Y., has a YouTube channel with more than 60 videos.
The FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), signed into law in January 2011 and enacted in 2015, was the most sweeping reform of U.S. food safety in more than 70 years.
AlliedBarton Security Services and Universal Services of America finalized the merger to form Allied Universal, a security services and solutions company. The new organization, with more than 140,000 employees, is the largest security services company in North America, the company reported.
CEDIA announced Chang K. Park, founder, president and CEO of Universal Remote Control Inc. (URC) is this year’s CEDIA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
Bold Technologies, a provider of alarm monitoring and PSIM software, held its annual Bold Users Conference in August at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, Colo. This year’s theme was “Learning Through Connection,” and focused on the training and networking elements.
A newly formed Johnson Controls began operations Sept. 2 following the successful completion of its merger with Tyco, marking a turning point for both companies.
Idesco Corp., a New York-based security systems integrator, was a security provider for the 70th Little League World Series August 18-28 at the Lamade and Volunteer Stadiums in Williamsport, Pa.
Avi Rosenthal, a professional in the IoT industry, established IoT Consulting LLC, a consulting group dedicated to providing companies with the access and knowledge they need to develop the next generation of connected devices.
Telular Corporation, a provider of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, has surpassed one million IoT subscribers in the commercial telematics and security markets. To drive continued growth, the company has strengthened its position in the commercial telematics space by realigning its recent acquisitions under the SkyBitz business unit.
CEDIA launched a new online community, an exclusive CEDIA member benefit, designed to be another touchpoint for members to develop and sustain connections that will help them thrive in the industry.
Security Partners teamed up with Financial Security, a division of Belmont Finance LLC, to create a dealer funding program designed to grow dealers’ RMR, build their businesses and maintain ownership of their accounts for the long term.
Owen Security Solutions, a security and life safety company that provides security systems for residential and commercial customers throughout northwest Georgia, acquired Davis Security Services retail alarm accounts, a family-run security services company headquartered in Woodstock, Ga.
Hikvision USA, a provider of video products that has made its name in the SMB side of the industry, is upping its game by pursuing the high-end market and the larger integrators.
An initially bright smart home future has been tempered by several hindrances, according to an IHS Markit study, but growth particularly in the security industry remains promising.
Princeton Identity Inc. announced an agreement to license their patented iris recognition technology to Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. for use in the new Samsung Galaxy Note 7 and other mobile devices.
Citizens Commercial Banking has provided a new $15 million senior credit facility to Dynamark Monitoring Inc., a provider of wholesale monitoring services to security alarm dealers and alarm services to retail and commercial customers.
Axis Communications and Canon Inc. announced an agreement under which the two companies would change their sales and marketing efforts in major regional markets worldwide.
Sonos announced the company’s first-ever endorsed partner integration program, starting with connected home companies including Control4 Corporation and Crestron.
Galaxy Control Systems received approval from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as a provider of education classes under the organization’s Continuing Education System (CES).
March Networks announced the integration of its March Networks Searchlight for Retail software with high-performance fixed RFID technology from Zebra Technologies.
Hanwha Techwin America reported that it continues to set the standard for high-performance surveillance technologies as one of the security industry’s first manufacturers to incorporate H.265 compression into its products.
Honeywell announced additions to its growing portfolio of video technology to help security professionals more easily design connected building systems.
Bosch Security Systems Inc. will make its B Series Intrusion Control Panels and peripherals available to more customers in the U.S. through distribution agreements with Anixter; TRI-ED, an Anixter company; and ScanSource Inc. Previously accessible only to customers who purchase directly from Bosch, the intrusion control panels are now open to all security dealers and integrators through Anixter, at TRI-ED’s more than 56 U.S. branch locations, and through ScanSource, a global provider of technology products and solutions.
Alarm.com recently announced the integration of several new dealer programs, central stations and equipment distributors for SecurityTrax, a cloud-based customer relationship management and enterprise resource planning solution for security dealers.
ZKAccess, a division of ZKTeco and provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, lent its sponsorship support to help raise funds for the Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Foundation of America.
I-View Now LLC, a cloud-based central station video platform, announced deeper product integration with ADT for video verification and central station video monitoring services.
Kastle Systems, a provider of managed security systems and services, announced the availability of Allegion’s Schlage Control smart lock and Schlage NDE Series wireless lock solutions for the multifamily market.
In 2016, Louroe debuted its Intelligent Audio Analytics System for early threat detection, which the company said is the market’s first solution to run multiple sound analytics simultaneously.
Klein Tools introduced a new line of multi-bit screwdrivers and exclusive multi-nut drivers designed to increase productivity and save space in a tool belt or bag.
The Vistacom SecureView is a video wall solution that provides organizations with the ability to visualize multiple types of content in a common operational picture.
To certify Ethernet speed performance of cable runs, the Net Chaser Ethernet speed certifier and network tester, from Platinum Tools, conducts bit error rate tests by sending data packets down specified cable runs at defined data rates to check for errors at the maximum throughput of the link.
Transition Networks announced a new Ethernet Over Coax Extender With PoE+, designed to reduce costs associated with implementing or upgrading video surveillance security networks.
3M introduced 3M Plate Alert Analytical ALPR Software, a next-generation software that uses data fusion analytics and proactive alerts to provide more answers and the confidence to act.
AMAG Technology’s Symmetry GUEST visitor management system, a Web-based software platform that improves and streamlines the visitor experience while enforcing security policies, includes several new enhancements to help companies meet compliance, save money, and create an exceptional visitor experience.
AMAG Technology released Symmetry Blue, a new Bluetooth reader that AMAG said delivers a highly secure, convenient and intuitive alternative to open doors.
Arteco’s Event Analytics platform combines the power of analytics software with intuitive video security monitoring to push forward the concept of event-driven intelligence for maximum situational awareness, singling out the most relevant information in the face of a security breach.
Milestone Systems released Device Pack 8.7 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect video solutions. The device packs contain software updates supporting new hardware.
LILIN Americas extended its IP solutions portfolio with an outdoor bullet IP camera that incorporates numerous enhancements to make installation easier, faster and more cost-effective for security integrators.
STI’s tough outdoor enclosures are available in clear or white polycarbonate, because sometimes an appliance needs to be visible and sometimes it does not.
IPVideo Corp.’s Mosaic Enterprise platform marries the most advanced video management capabilities with open access to hundreds of integration partners.
Yale Locks & Hardware announced the availability of Yale nexTouch, a product that provides small business owners a wireless access management solution with the security of commercial-grade locks and the convenience and cost-efficiency of wireless installation.
AMAG Technology released its newest version of Symmetry CompleteView Video Management System v4.6.2. Symmetry CompleteView v4.6.2 works in conjunction with the Symmetry product portfolio to provide an integrated solution for access control and video management.
Speco Technologies announced that its HT hybrid DVR is available in a covert, wall-mount housing for ultimate protection. The WHT, which allows all channels to be fully configurable for IP, HD-TVI, or 960H, is a solution to deter vandalism and theft.
Arteco Open Connector is an integration platform that streamlines interoperability between systems, devices and different types of applications, from video security, access control, intrusion and fire detection to building automation, traffic control and parking management.