Traditionally, security dealers and electronic systems contractors (ESCs) have operated in different circles, and there hasn’t been much cross-selling of systems that are germane to each industry.
First off, what will happen in 2012 will not happen to every dealer or electronic home system contractor. It all depends on your business model, customer base, region of the country, mix of technology and services, and — oh my — the economy.
Bracketron, a provider of mounting solutions and accessories for mobile consumer electronics, announced the North American availability of the iRoom iDock, a powered and motorized in-wall mounting solution for iPad.
Realizing the crucial new evolution of the industry, with so many technology choices, expanding client demand across a diversity of systems, increased competitive pressure, and a sliver of silver in the housing market clouds, Indianapolis-based Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) has elected and appointed a strong and solid 2012 volunteer executive committee and board of directors.
Home Automation Inc. (HAI), a manufacturer of integrated automation and security products since 1985, announced an expansion of its commercial segment support with “Building Automation,” a printed 16-page marketing document now available for free to all listed HAI dealers.
Honeywell’s 6280i Tuxedo Touch™ touchscreen highlights the growing trend of residential security systems to become increasingly intertwined with other home systems designed to help homeowners improve comfort while saving money.
Crestron brought out its new generation MC3, the first 3-Series™ control system powered by Core 3 OS. Developed and engineered like an IT platform, rather than an AV system, the 3-Series platform is designed to provide a foundation for powerful advanced home control.
Depending on the location of electronic home system contractors, there still may be challenges with remodeling business. A sluggish economy and housing market will continue to hamper home improvement spending well into next year, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.
New Orleans-based Home Automation Inc. (HAI) has a new firmware release (Version 3.9) of its Omni and Lumina products. New features include Rooms, which is accessed via PC and downloads to HAI OmniPro II, Omni IIe, Lumina Pro, and Lumina home control systems.
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