Arecont Vision, Glendale, Calif., a provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, announced that a wide range of Arecont Vision megapixel camera models achieved UL listing by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. under the UL-60950-1 standard for Information Technology Equipment.
Efforts to find a champion for a licensing initiative that would require all central stations offering monitoring services in the state of New York to become licensed have come to a temporary halt as the New York Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (NYBFAA) seeks further comment from its members and other organizations.
Micro Key Solutions, Kissimmee, Fla., a provider of software solutions for the security alarm industry, in cooperation with the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA), a trade association that represents companies offering security (alarm) monitoring systems through a central station, is offering to pay the first year’s CSAA membership dues for any CSAA-approved, nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) central station using Micro Key Solutions’ Millennium Series™ monitoring software.
Speco Technologies, Amityville, N.Y. announced the launch of a newlyredesigned website—www.specotech.com.
Speco improved the user experience by redesigning www.specotech.comwith engaging graphics and simpler top navigation, which allows for more targeted messaging and a consistent brand experience across the site.
From June 6 to 10, in Charlotte, N.C., security industry integration and monitoring companies will gather for education, networking and an expo floor, featuring the industry’s newest products and services. The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) plans to launch its fourth and largest show, with a bit of NASCAR flare. It is with this spirit that it announced the 2011 keynote speaker, Joe Gibbs.
A new bill concerning fire alarm monitoring installation, monitoring and maintenance was proposed by the House of Representatives during the Illinois 97th General Assembly on Feb. 9, 2011.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) introduced a new logo representing the beginning of a new era for the association, according to a press release.
Security General International Ltd. of San Antonio, Texas, a privately held solutions provider specializing in the distribution of emerging technology products and connectivity solutions, announced the winner of its Big Game contest.
APX Alarm Security Solutions Inc., Provo, Utah, a residential security and home services company, announced its entry into the home automation market with the launch of new products and services that include automatic door locks, video surveillance and lighting and small appliance control. The company also introduced an entirely new identity, rebranding under the name Vivint™. The name change from APX to Vivint is a reflection of the company’s expanded direction and capabilities, according to the company. With this move, the company transitioned from a residential security company to a provider of simple, affordable home automation services that deliver increased safety, improved energy efficiency and greater convenience for customers, the company said in a press release.
iSecurity, a free online trade show and conference organized by SDM and Security magazines returns for a second year on March 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST. Attendees will have the chance to attend webinars, visit vendor booths, network and take part in Q&A sessions with presenters live from their computer screen, wherever they may be.
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