Security integrators describe the 2018 market for integrated security systems as “strong,” “hot” and “accelerated” — all apt terms, given that the nation’s largest integrators grew their systems integration revenue by at least 14 percent last year.

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Selecting and specifying video components can be challenging. But due to a close partnership with their preferred camera vendor, Stone Security of Salt Lake City feels like they have an edge.

Fantasy has caught up with reality; smart home and connected living is going mainstream.

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Here are the latest industry innovations in this month's "Digital Shuffle".

This is a special edition of SDM, as it features the 2019 Top Systems Integrators Report, a ranking of the largest security integrators by systems integration revenue.

While security integrators are in business to integrate security systems, often there’s nothing integrated about the business of security itself — from the central stations, interactive service providers and point solutions, to the myriad homegrown systems implemented and jury-rigged together over the years.

BIOSID is a robust mobile identity solution featuring multiple biometric modalities (face, fingerprints, iris, signature) and high-security smart card technology.

TRENDnet’s USB-C 3.1 to 5GBASE-T Ethernet adapter (TUC-ET5G) and the USB-C 3.1 to 2.5GBASE-T Ethernet adapter (TUC-ET2G) provide a simple way for users to upgrade their Ethernet connection to high performance, multi-gigabit networking speeds.

The Wattstopper Wireless DLM system builds on the success of the original wired DLM system by extending its capabilities into IP-based wireless control.

Overhead Door Brand has introduced two new garage door openers for residential garage doors — Legacy 650 Model 1129 and Legacy 850 Model 2129 — that are integrated with OHD Anywhere Wi-Fi technology.

The Belle mPERS is certified on the Verizon 4G LTE network.

The Microwave RTE sensor (SD-R400-BQ) features 12~24 VDC operating voltage, 24.150GHz microwave Doppler technology, 10-ft. sensing range (adjustable) and adjustable relay output time.

This encrypted software provides a digital system for securely accessing employee files and managing data.

Siren-Operated Sensor (SOS) introduced two new products designed to ensure emergency vehicles can gain fast access to any gated facility by simply activating the vehicle siren.

The multi-function timer/counter (SA-025MQ) by SECO-LARM U.S.A. features 12~24VDC (auto-sensing) operation, low current draw and seven modes.

AXIS C8210 network audio amplifier makes migration from traditional to network audio systems smart and easy by enabling any passive speaker to benefit from the same feature set as Axis network speakers.

AMAG Technology, a provider of unified security solutions that help organizations mitigate risk, announced that Newsweek named its Symmetry Access Control software one of the Best Business Tools of 2019. 

Alarm Detection Systems wants to make sure Aurora police officers have tools that can help protect them if an incident occurs like the one they faced on Feb. 15, 2019, at the Henry Pratt Company at 401 S. Highland Ave. on Aurora’s West side.

Enhancements to the PowerG portfolio include a 360-deg. ceiling mount PIR detector, commercial magnetic contact, carbon monoxide detection and vanishing door/window magnetic contact, just to name a few.

The Pro 2MP Micro camera is designed for installations where a low profile, high performance surveillance camera is required.

DMP’s 1128 wireless glassbreak detector is designed to detect the shattering of framed glass mounted in an outside wall.

Honeywell is expanding its Performance Series video line with the launch of six new cameras and upgrades to 11 existing products.

Farpointe Data’s Conekt mobile smartphone access control identification solution now integrates advantages that Apple iOS 12 delivers, such as 3-D touch, Widget and Auto-Unlock, into the Conekt Wallet app, version 1.1.0.

Chase Security Systems manufactures hoods that can be custom designed to integrate biometric readers with other devices, such as intercoms, cameras and card readers.

PowerSeries Pro is developed for commercial use and can support up to 248 zones, making it an ideal solution for warehouses, office buildings, factories and healthcare facilities.

The AXIS A8207-VE network video door station combines access control, two-way audio capabilities and a 6 MP security camera in a single device.

IP 66-rated and ADA- and ROHS-compliant, CM-9800 Series capacitive touch switches offer color selectable LED illumination with vandal- and weather-resistant cast metal construction and an adjustable 0 to 60 second relay timer.

Quantum Corporation’s VS-Series is a flexible storage platform designed for surveillance and industrial IoT applications.

Matrix Professional Series IP dome cameras are built using superior components such as Sony STARVIS sensor and higher MTF lens to offer high image quality, especially during low light conditions.

STI’s UL/cUL-Listed metal protective cabinets are offered in a variety of sizes to house electronic devices with space to spare.

ASIS International, an association of security management professionals, announced the inaugural group of 150+ individuals to hold its new Associate Protection Professional (APP) certification after successfully passing the beta exam.

OpenEye, a provider of cloud managed video surveillance solutions, announced the integration of its OpenEye Web Services (OWS) cloud managed video platform with SureView Systems’ Immix Central Station software. This cloud-to-cloud integration provides video verification of alarm events transmitted to the central station from an alarm panel or events raised by OpenEye recorders such as video loss or video analytics.

Matrix COSEC APTA is a comprehensive, mobile-based employee portal that allows COSEC users to monitor and manage their time-attendance and leaves.

The multidirectional, four-channel AXIS P3719-PLE network camera features Quad HD resolution and a 30 fps framerate and is capable of providing 24/7, 360-deg. coverage.

Panasonic announced that it will establish a new company to operate its security systems business in Japan and overseas, and that it has reached an agreement for strategic co-investment with Polaris Capital Group. 

Topping a record breaking education lineup is no easy feat — but that's exactly what Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2019 will do when 20,000 security professionals gather in Chicago, September 8-12, 2019.

The winning products and services of the 2019 Innovation Awards were revealed at ESX 2019 on June 4 in Indianapolis. 

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Wayne Esser, director of the National Capital Region Security Forum (NCRSF), and Dhira Gregory, director of marketing and communications for NCRSF, as the 2019 recipients of the SIA Statesman Award. The awardees will be honored at the upcoming SIA GovSummit, taking place June 26-27 in Washington D.C.

Per Mar Security Services, a provider of total security solutions for residential and commercial clients based in Davenport, Iowa, has acquired Stearns Sound & Security of Waupaca, Wis. 

ADT, a provider of monitored security and interactive home and business automation solutions in the United States and Canada, today announced that the company was awarded $3 million in compensatory damages and $1 million in punitive damages against Alder Holdings LLC, a Utah-based company. 

Based on its recent analysis of the European industrial cyber security market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Sentryo with the 2019 Europe Customer Value Leadership Award for helping companies to secure their OT networks and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) systems. 

Resideo Technologies Inc. has acquired energy efficiency technology from Whisker Labs and hired the team behind it. The technology creates a thermodynamic model of a home to accurately predict home heating and air conditioning run time and energy use to enable a homeowner to use less energy while maintaining comfort. 

Vector Security — a provider of residential and commercial security and automation solutions — announced today that, effective June 3, it has entered into a $450 million credit agreement.

Transom Capital Group, an operations-focused middle market private equity firm, today announced it has acquired Pelco Inc., a provider of video surveillance solutions, from Schneider Electric.

Ascent Capital Group Inc. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Monitronics International Inc., entered into a restructuring support agreement with its largest creditors that will eliminate approximately $885 million in debt. Monitronics operates in the market as Brinks Home Security and is ranked as No. 3 on the 2019 SDM 100.

Vector Security (No. 4 on the SDM 100) announced the acquisition of ADS Security (No. 15 on the SDM 100). The transaction officially closed today. Collectively both companies will have close to $20 million in recurring monthly revenue and a customer base of nearly 400,000 subscribers. 

Johnson Controls announced that its flagship access control and event management system, Tyco Software House C-CURE 9000, is supported on Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), enabling customers to take advantage of the many benefits of cloud computing with the choice of best-suited service providers.

The Electronic Security Association’s (ESA) executive committee of the board voted to restructure the association’s state chapter program at a board meeting Monday, June 3. 

Vintra, a maker of video analytics powered by machine learning and artificial intelligence, announced an integration with Genetec Inc. unified security, public safety, operations and business intelligence solutions. Genetec customers can now benefit from FulcrumAI, Vintra’s deep learning video analytics solution integrated with Genetec Security Center to deliver real-time, total-environment intelligence from any camera source, fixed or mobile.

Alula launched AlulaConnect, a new partner portal that makes it easier than ever for security professionals to connect customers to the Alula Platform. AlulaConnect replaces the previous portal, AlarmDealer.com, which will remain available throughout the year as security professionals begin a phased migration to the new interface at www.AlulaConnect.com.

Security Funding Associates announced their affiliation with InfoSafe, an Invisus cyber security compliance and certification program. SFA will have the rights to market the InfoSafe program to alarm dealers and central stations nationally, and then roll out specialized cyber security solutions to alarm subscribers.