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ESA Announces the ESX 2026 Innovation Award Winners

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400

ESA announced this year’s Innovation Award winners, which were selected by an independent panel of industry experts based on criteria spanning innovation, market relevance, user experience, and potential impact.

HiveWatch Report Finds Growing Operational Gaps in Enterprise Security

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400

The findings reveal a striking disconnect between confidence and operational effectiveness across modern security operations centers (SOCs).

ESA Launches Industry Research Center

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:30:00 -0400

The ESA Industry Research Center is designed to give security integrators and dealers a deeper, more informed foundation for the decisions that drive their businesses forward.

New Report From NSCA & Armada Delivers Economic Insights for Integrators

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

This new resource replaces NSCA’s long-running Electronic Systems Outlook report and is designed to give commercial integrators clearer visibility into construction activity, sector trends, and the macroeconomic forces shaping their businesses.

Doyle Security Systems Acquires Complete Security in Buffalo, NY

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The acquisition enhances Doyle’s already strong customer base in the Buffalo area.

ISC West 2026 Was About Connections

hodgsonk@bnpmedia.com (Karyn Hodgson) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:41:01 -0400

In every corner of ISC West, convergence, cybersecurity, cloud and, of course, AI were the common keywords. But at its heart, this show was truly about connections, whether connecting technologies together under “one pane of glass,” connecting IT and physical security, connecting with customers or just connecting with one another to share ideas.

Security 101 Expands in Carolinas With New Acquisition

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:05:00 -0500

This acquisition expands Security 101’s presence in the Southeast and strengthens service continuity across the Carolinas corridor, positioned between the company’s existing branch operations in Charlotte, N.C. and Charleston, S.C. The addition supports improved responsiveness, tighter field coverage, and greater capacity to scale delivery for customers operating across multiple sites.

Pye-Barker Partners With NASCAR Champion on ‘Helmet of Heroes’ Tribute at DAYTONA 500

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:30:00 -0500

The weekend of February 14, 2026, at the DAYTONA 500, seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, in partnership with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety and Carvana will reveal an all-new “Helmet of Heroes” honoring America’s fallen firefighters.

Echodyne to Open Major New Manufacturing Facility to Meet Rapidly Growing Global Demand

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0500

Echodyne’s new 86,350-square-foot facility in Washington state will provide enough manufacturing and warehouse space to produce and ship more than 30,000 radars per year. The company’s modular manufacturing approach allows production capacity to flex to match varying demand across product lines as well as seamlessly introducing new product lines and capabilities.

Vosker Continues Strategic Growth With Acquisition of Reconeyez & $200M Senior Debt Financing

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:30:00 -0500

VOSKER, a provider of cutting-edge surveillance solutions, announced the acquisition of Reconeyez, a leader in AI-powered autonomous intelligent surveillance solutions for large enterprises (B2B) and international government agencies (B2G). This transaction marks an important milestone in VOSKER’s global expansion and provides the foundation for its global B2B channel strategy.

Security 101 Expands Coverage in Hawaii With Acquisition of Blackhawk Security

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:04:00 -0500

Security 101, a national provider of integrated security solutions, announced that it has acquired Blackhawk Security, a Honolulu-based electronic security integrator with a strong reputation for supporting high consequence environments and maintaining systems across the full lifecycle.

IK Systems Earns 2025-2026 Great Place To Work Certification

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500

IK Systems has earned the Great Place To Work Certification for the fourth consecutive year.

Security Industry Association Names Dakota Mackie & John Nemerofsky as 2026 SIA Chair’s Award Honorees

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:35:00 -0500

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Dakota Mackie and John Nemerofsky as the 2026 recipients of the SIA Chair’s Award.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires EVCO Integrated Solutions

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:50:00 -0500

Offering fire alarms, access control, security systems, video surveillance, communications infrastructure and audio-visual systems, EVCO serves customers in Eastern Washington, North Idaho and Western Montana.

Don Young Appointed as new CEO for Everon

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:20:00 -0400

Tim Whall, executive chairman of the board for Everon has appointed Don Young as the company’s new CEO, effective immediately.

Security 101 Acquires Franchise Partner JAC Security

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:15:00 -0400

This transaction marks Security 101’s 17th strategic acquisition and underscores its commitment to expanding across Texas’s highest-growth markets.

Veteran Security Integration Partners Reunite at Facility Protection Group

Boschr@bnpmedia.com (Rodney Bosch) — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:50:12 -0500

Carl Stark and Dave Torgerson have reunited at Facility Protection Group (FPG) to build a dynamic, privately held security integration company focused on growth, strong culture and community impact.

Pye-Barker Acquires Protect Alarms to Strengthen Eastern Pa. Presence

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:24:35 -0500

Protect Alarms, family-run since its founding in 1963 by Albert Taylor, Jr., provides customized systems to businesses and residents throughout the Lehigh Valley region.

Resideo CEO Jay Geldmacher to Retire in 2025, Board Initiates Succession Plan

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:13:26 -0500

Resideo also said Andrew Teich, a board member and current vice-chair, has been named as Chairman of the Board, succeeding Roger Fradin.

Pye-Barker Acquires General Sprinkler Corp., Adds Services in Minn. & Wis.

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:37:01 -0500

The General Sprinkler team will combine with Pye-Barker’s established fire protection and security teams in the Midwest to service additional customers.

Pye-Barker Acquires Sonitrol New England, Marks First Rhode Island Location

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:48:08 -0500

With the purchase of Sonitrol New England, Pye-Barker gains branches in Connecticut and Rhode Island, enhancing its fire and security services for commercial clients across the Northeast.

First Coast Security Acquired by ICTS Europe

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:25:08 -0500

The acquisition will establish First Coast Security (FCS) as the North American corporate security business unit of ICTS Europe.

Better Protection Boosts National Presence With DFS Fire Systems Buy

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:07:12 -0500

Better Protection’s acquisition of DFS Fire Systems bolsters its national presence and enhances its fire protection services across the Southwest.

Absolute Systems Strengthens Kansas City Foothold With Eclipse Integration Buy

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:02:43 -0500

Absolute Systems of Kansas City has acquired Eclipse Integration, expanding its commercial security solutions and presence in the metropolitan market.

Guardian Protection Expands Central Florida Presence With Vortex Security Buy

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500

The acquisition of Vortex Security is said to increase Guardian Protection’s customer base primarily in its central Florida footprint.

Pye-Barker Grows Tri-State Reach With Acquisition of Systems Design Group

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 06:23:19 -0500

Based in Flemington, N.J., SDG provides businesses 24/7 surveillance of safety, burglary and fire threats to help aid emergency response, limit property damage and protect lives.

Pye-Barker Expands in Central California With MS Fire Protection Purchase

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:13:17 -0400

MS Fire Protection is said to provide a valuable launch point for Pye-Barker’s fire sprinkler operations in the Golden State’s Central Valley region.

Minuteman Security Acquires AdaptToSolve, Achieves Full East Coast Reach

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:50:20 -0400

The acquisition of AdaptToSolve expands Minuteman Security & Life Safety's East Coast presence and enhances its ability to deliver integrated security and life safety solutions.

Simpro Group Acquires BigChange to Enhance Global Field Service Management Solutions

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 09:45:56 -0400

Simpro Group’s acquisition of BigChange enhances its field service management capabilities, offering comprehensive solutions for diverse customer needs globally.

ASSA ABLOY to Sell Citizen ID Business to TOPPAN

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 08:42:52 -0400

The Citizen ID business area of HID manufactures, designs and implements physical and mobile identity solutions for government to citizen programs around the globe.