Tag: Security
i-PRO brings latest security solutions to IACP
October 6, 2023SSN Staff
HOUSTON – i-PRO Americas, a global leader in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will demonstrate its latest range of security solutions for law enforcement professionals at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) 2023, booth 1127.
i-PRO’s portfolio of public safety and law enforcement solutions includes body-worn cameras, in-vehicle video systems, interview room video solutions, as well as on-premises and cloud-hosted digital evidence...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Comtron Systems
October 5, 2023SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, a fire protection, life safety and security services provider, has acquired Comtron Systems, a security, alarm and fire detection company based in Palm Desert, Calif.
Pye-Barker noted that this is its third acquisition in the Coachella Valley region of California. The deal solidifies Pye-Barker's market share in the area and expands its full-service offerings in California. The company’s aggressive acquisition strategy has led to exponential...
NAPCO announces availability of Prima Security device
October 5, 2023SSN Staff
AMITYVILLE, N.Y. – Napco Security Technologies has announced the immediate availability of its Prima Security/Video/Automation All-in-One Super Panel and accessories line at all leading Distributors in North America.
Napco’s Prima 7” Super Panel, is a slim profile all-in-one 7” panel that controls security, fire, HD Video, and Z-Wave smart automation. Napco touted its easy 5-minute installation as a leading feature. Prima includes consumer features, such as voice...
ASSA ABLOY acquires Securitech Group
October 4, 2023SSN Staff
NEW YORK – ASSA ABLOY has acquired the Securitech Group, a manufacturer of high-security mechanical and electronic door hardware products in the U.S.
"I am very pleased to welcome Securitech into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY.
Securitech was established in 1983 and has roughly...
Champions Club Texas selects Athena Security’s Weapons Detection System
October 3, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor
AUSTIN, Texas – Athena Security’s Concealed Weapons Detection System has been selected by Champions Club Texas to protect its patrons, members, and staff at a first-of-its-kind hospitality destination in Houston.
Located in Houston’s Westchase community, Champions Club Texas features a full-service hotel, lounge and bar with Southern-inspired cuisine and private-membership poker. Currently they’re celebrating its grand opening as a destination offering something for everyone,...
ADT completes sale of commercial division, ADT Commercial rebrands to Everon
October 2, 2023SSN Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla. – ADT has completed what it began in early August of this year, with the divestiture of its commercial division and ADT Commercial rebranding to Everon as part of its acquisition by private equity firm GTCR.
The commercial security, fire and life safety provider and integrator announced today that it will move forward as a standalone organization and rebranded as Everon. The proceeds of the sale nets ADT approximately $1.5 billion, which significantly reduces...
Resideo expands relationship with USAA to help homeowners
September 30, 2023SSN Staff
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – Resideo Technologies, a global manufacturer and developer of safety and security solutions, has been added to USAA's PERKS program to help its members protect against water damage and optimize home efficiency.
Resideo said that USAA members can purchase their Honeywell Home smart thermostat and its First Alert WiFi Water Leak & Freeze Detector at a discounted price through the PERKS program and eligible Homeowner policy holders can enroll those devices for a connected...
iDter preventing vehicle theft, vandalism with AI detection
September 28, 2023SSN Staff
SAN MATEO, Calif. – iDter, a technology company using AI-based detection says it’s making a difference, stopping intruders in its tracks and combating rising vehicle crime.
With iDter’s Nio Guardians, security surveillance devices utilizing AI, which the company said act as security guards, users can position them on buildings and light poles to cover every square foot of a property and confront trespassers within seconds of arrival. In the event of a trespass the units...
OTORIO and HSB launch limited performance warranty
September 27, 2023SSN Staff
TEL AVIV, Israel and HARTFORD, CT – Cyber and digital risk management solutions provider OTORIO, and HSB, a specialty insurer, have announced a joint effort to raise awareness of operational technology (OT) security and risk reduction as crucial strategies for insurability.
For the launch of the collaboration, HSB and OTORIO have developed a limited performance warranty supporting the implementation of OTORIO’s OT security cyber risk management solutions into various business applications.
“Cyber...
NCS4 publishes industry research report on spectator sport safety and security
September 27, 2023SSN Staff
HATTIESBURG, Miss. – The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) has published the results from its Spectator Sports Safety and Security Survey.
In a release from the center, NCS4 revealed that the study aimed to gauge sport spectators’ perceptions of safety and security at live events, awareness and support of policies and procedures, and willingness to embrace new measures and technological solutions...