An alarm company entered into an agreement to install a security system at a store and also agreed to provide a “central station signal receiving and notification service.”
Sonitrol Corp., Fort Worth, Texas, a provider of verified electronic security for homes, schools and businesses, announced its dealers’ association’s newly elected officers at the Sonitrol National Dealers Association (SNDA) Annual Convention and Awards Banquet.
DMP made some significant improvements to its Virtual Keypad 3.5.0 App. The mobile application now supports user code management and panel access. Master level users can add, edit and delete users of XT and XTL series control panels operating with Version 117 or higher software.
Just when it seemed like everything that could be done with intrusion sensors had already been done, along came a host of new ideas for how to improve on motion detectors, contacts and other devices.
Wireless translators from Resolution Products, Hudson, Wis., are contributing in a big way to keeping “millions of alarm panel sensors” in the field rather than in a landfill somewhere, says Josh Hauser, the company’s director of sales.
Tyco Security Products added two new product suites to its PowerSeries Neo intrusion detection system. During ISC West, Tyco’s DSC brand announced the release of WebSA – System Administrator software to complement the company’s hybrid intrusion system, as well as more than a dozen detectors, keys, sirens and related devices that are all powered by the PowerG wireless technology.
Interlogix, a provider of security and life safety solutions for residential and commercial enterprises, acquired Ultra High Speed (UHS) from Australian company Hills Limited to broaden its global portfolio of intrusion product offerings and services.
Telguard, a provider of wireless alarm communications, interactive and home automation services, announced at ISC West a new service plan for its HomeControl interactive solution currently available for 2GIG and DSC panels.
Perimeter security solutions manufacturer Sorhea has acquired Reno, Nev.-based Protech, which specializes in high-security outdoor intrusion sensors, expanding the global reach of the French company, which does business in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
Experts predict more money will be spent in the alarm market this year — the question is how to get it. Start by blend- ing the right technology choices, service, and sales approaches.
When Google purchased Nest Labs Inc. for $3.2 billion late last year, some security dealers groaned while others, such as John Loud, president, LOUD Security, Atlanta, positively accepted the news.