In recent years, interactive services have been the cutting edge of security systems design, bringing new revenue opportunities and offering dealers an entrée into the smart home market.
It appears that the “battle” between UTP cabled and Wi-Fi IP connectivity options has been won by wireless. Wi-Fi is now built-in to smart devices, laptops, IP cameras and other technologies used by our industry.
The PowerHouse Alliance announced the addition of five new vendor lines now available nationwide through its 12 distributor members, including Intellinet Network Solutions, LeakSmart, MantelMount, RTI and TechLogix.
Qolsys, a provider of security and smart home technology, announced that the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus was selected by D.R. Horton Inc. to provide the hub for its “Home is Connected” solution.
ScanSource Inc., a global provider of technology products and solutions, today announced the retirement of Steven R. Fischer, chairman of the board, effective Feb. 1. Chief Executive Officer Mike Baur has been appointed to the additional role of chairman of the board, and Peter Browning has been appointed lead independent director.
Adaptable and ever changing, the video surveillance market continues to evolve with new technology and further integration, making its outlook as strong as ever.
The video surveillance market is strong and will continue to grow. It is less a lumbering giant, though, and more an agile athlete, able to pivot and adapt — it just happens to be the largest one on the security court.
Sargent and Greenleaf (S&G), a manufacturer of mechanical and electronic locks, announced Jan. 30 that OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, entered into an agreement to acquire S&G from Stanley Black & Decker.
B+E, a tech-driven brokerage and trading platform for net lease real estate, announced the sale of the Wesco distribution center, located at 2256 Citygate Drive in Columbus, Ohio, for $3,350,000.
Viking Electronics Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer of over 500 security and communication products, will be spotlighted in the nationally recognized production Manufacturing Marvels on Jan. 31 on The FOX Business Network.