When it comes to video surveillance, reducing failure rates can sometimes be the most critical (and puzzling) part of the job. HDSTOR, Phoenix, Ariz., a specialized hard drive distributor, started doing business in the security industry four years ago with the goal of increasing the reliability of these systems.

Furniture and console systems have evolved to accommodate new technologies. Simpler, streamlined consoles are now possible because there are fewer appliances and more components are now hidden away (using racks) in an equipment room.

Bosch Security Systems Inc. trained nearly 8,500 customers in North America in 2012 through its Security and Communications Training Academy — achieving more than 30 percent growth in the number of course participants over the previous year.

The Butler Institute of American Art successfully deployed the Camera Based Motion Alarming System (CBMAS) from Acuity-vct, Cleveland, to protect its holdings.

Silent Knight by Honeywell, Northford, Conn., announced its IntelliKnight 5820XL fire alarm system was chosen by the nation’s sixth largest public transportation system, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), to protect an expansive maintenance facility.

The recent increase in security threats continues to drive the education market to further pursue surveillance options, and, as that happens, A3 Communications' president, Brian Thomas, predicts schools will choose IP over analog.

Arecont Vision cameras are providing an expanded coverage area for a 150-acre produce facility, Brisbane Markets Ltd., which serves a vital role in Australia's national food chain.

The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA), Indianapolis, announced the 2013 volunteer Board of Directors.

Eddie Yamashiro, a technician from Valley Alarm, Sun Valley, Calif., demonstrated all the traits of the “Future Tech” this industry needs to be able to send out to installs.

Life Safety Engineered Systems, a PSA Security Network owner company, was selected over 60 other partners for OfficeMax’s annual Vendor of the Year award.