AES IntelliNetWireless mesh networking is an innovative technology for applications that need to communicate data over a large geographic area with a high level of reliability, at a low cost
Security dealers, systems integrators, manufacturers and distributors express optimism regarding the outlook of the access control marketplace in 2007. Dealers and integrators see their access control business increasing regardless of
Tech Systems' Nytee Nobles uses her smart card to log into the company's computer network.Every weekday morning I fumble for my two access cards. One unlocks the door to my
Acquiring another alarm company can be a way for security dealers to quickly expand their customer base — assuming that customers stay with the new company after the deal is
Panels security dealers decide to offer their customers should be ready for the digital home, some manufacturers recommend.Dealers should determine the budget of homeowners and their real needs before recommending
Digital video recorders (DVRs) and networked video recorders (NVRs) are critical components of many commercial security systems. SDM talked with security managers and directors who make buying decisions about these
When alarm signals come in to a central monitoring station, it’s critical that central station operators handle those signals speedily and accurately. Central station automation software is the single greatest
Although there is a lot of talk about integrated fire alarm systems today, this is not a new concept. I installed my first integrated fire alarm system back in 1984.
For line-of-sight installations, 5.8 GH is recommended for wireless transmission. The 900 MHz band uses a transmission pattern that is good for diffracting around obstacles.Pulling wire is one of the
Industry Grew 9 Percent in 2006; Can 2007 Repeat?Total industry revenue from the sale, lease, installation, service, and monitoring of security systemsTotal industry revenue ($ billions)Total annual industry revenue collected
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