4/16/2024

Mel Mahler

Industry Icon Mel Mahler Passes Away

Mel Mahler, a prominent figure in the security industry, passed away from complications of a stroke on Sunday, July 21.

Top News

Bosch Partners With DroneShield

DroneShield, a drone detection and mitigation company, and Bosch, a provider of security and safety solutions, have entered into a partnership in the counterdrone space under the Bosch Integration Partner Program (IPP).

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NSCA Forecasts 1% Growth in Home Construction and Renovations in New Report

NSCA’s Electronic Systems Outlook report has been updated for Summer 2019 and includes construction outlook information based on actual data from Q1 and Q2 of 2019, as well as a forecasted outlook for the remainder of 2019 and beyond.

American Defense Systems Acquires Point Security

American Defense Systems has acquired Point Security, a fellow Brinks Home Security authorized dealer in Austin, Texas. While the transaction officially closed July 17, both companies have been working together, installing smart security systems for Brinks Home Security.

abode Releases Updated Google Assistant Integration

abode systems, a provider of DIY smart home security, today released an updated Google Assistant integration providing full support for the voice assistant when used with abode’s smart home security systems. All abode customers have the ability to fully control their abode alarm through Google Assistant-enabled devices.

Safe Zone Adds to U.S. Sales Team with Appointment of Two New Firms

Safe Zone, a manufacturer and marketer of gunfire detection systems, today announced the appointment of two new sales rep companies — Security Solutions Inc. and LRG Inc. — to strategically present the company’s solution for schools, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, health clubs, theaters and any other owner/operator of a public place where a threat can ensue.

The Monitoring Association Announces Its 53rd PSAP

The Monitoring Association (TMA) announced the onboarding of its 53rd PSAP in the United States: Charlotte County, Fla. Launched in 2011 as a public-private partnership, TMA’s ASAP-to-PSAP service is designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of calls for service from alarm companies to PSAPs.

SnapAV Acquires Custom Plus Distributing

As part of a continuing initiative to expand its local presence across the U.S., SnapAV has acquired Custom Plus Distributing, a regional distributor on the West Coast.

Viking Electronics Introduces New Mascot

As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, Viking Electronics is revealing a brand mascot — Vin — a tough but fun representation of the Viking brand and the 500+ products that bear its name.

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Infocenter: Preventing Security Breaches for Customers

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8 Tips to Help Your Customers Gain Budget for an Access Control Upgrade

Technologies

CardLogix Solution Facilitates Mobile Identity Verification & Enrollment

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

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Security Alarm Results in Death of Pet Raccoon

An action was filed by the plaintiff against the State Department of Environmental Management and several of its officers after the officers seized a raccoon.

On the Web

Rethinking Keypads for Better Access Control

In a world dominated by high-tech talk like IoT, AI, cloud, mobile credentials, etc., it can be easy to overlook the fact that one of the original electronic access control technologies — the keypad — is not only still relevant today, but could be the best fit for certain applications.

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