The invention of the humble lock and key dates back to the 6th century, and in its simplest form, served societies as the earliest version of access control. Traditional locks and keys are a functional solution to the root problem of securing property and identifying an individual before allowing or denying entry.

Verdafero Inc. announced the launch of a new Utility Monitoring & Analysis service module for the global commercial security monitoring market.

On Nov. 14-16, hundreds of professionals gathered in Miami, Fla., for Honeywell’s 2019 Building for the Future event. Featuring presentations, breakout sessions and an innovation showcase, this provided a unique chance for those involved with Honeywell to connect and learn more about what the company is working on — which was particularly interesting since this was the first conference Honeywell held since separating from Resideo in 2018.

ADT, a provider of security and automation solutions for homes and businesses in North America, announced the acquisition of Gaston Security.

Time & Parking Controls, Upper Darby, Pa., a 30-year-old, Pa-based provider of parking, security, and time keeping products, has reorganized and rebranded its security systems enterprise as i2 Security Solutions, a regional security systems integrator. 

Honeywell, Melville, welcomed Apex Investigation & Security Inc., Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, as a Honeywell authorized security dealer.

 To provide you astounding control, the Incredible Connectivity Suite includes RapidLink, RapidWeb and Rapidmobile, the Next Generation App. 

ADT Unlocks New Growth Opportunities with Commercial Expansion ADT, Boca Raton, Fla., announced that the company will expand into the commercial security market as a result of the expiration of a prior non-compete agreement with Tyco Integrated Security, Boca Raton, Fla.

Costar Technologies Inc. announced the completion of its acquisition of the CohuHD camera products and video solutions division of Cohu Inc. The purchase price for CohuHD, including potential earn-out payments, is $10 million in cash.