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Temple Emanu El Upgrades with Community Loudspeakers

Temple Emanu El Upgrades with Community Loudspeakers

Social Hall uses ENTASYS 200 Column Line Arrays and VLF Subwoofers.

All FAAST Aspirating Smoke Detectors Are Now ModBus Ready

All FAAST Aspirating Smoke Detectors Are Now ModBus Ready

Modbus connectivity comes standard on all FAAST aspirating smoke detectors at no additional cost.

CNL Software Forms Technology Partnership with Geutebruck

CNL Software Forms Technology Partnership with Geutebruck

CNL Software, a solution provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, partners with Geutebruck GmbH, a video systems developer, renowned for producing complete, high-performance video security systems that are open for the future, flexible and cost-effective.



FBI Reports That Violent Crimes Rose in 2012

FBI Reports That Violent Crimes Rose in 2012

However, property crimes and arson offenses declined, according to the agency's Preliminary Annual Uniform Crime Report, released June 3.

2nd Annual Career Pavilion at ASIS 2013

2nd Annual Career Pavilion at ASIS 2013

Attendees of ASIS 2013 and the third annual (ISC)² Security Congress will get answers to their career-related questions and challenges, and learn how best to position themselves on the job and in leadership roles.

VMP Launches 19 Inch 27U Rack Enclosure at 2013 InfoComm

VMP Launches 19 Inch 27U Rack Enclosure at 2013 InfoComm

The ER-EN27 comes complete with integrated cooling fans and lockable, removable side panels allowing for the organization of multiple electronic components, while providing essential thermal management as well as protection from thermal issues, damage and theft.

Ingersoll Rand Launches Campaign to Secure Military Barracks

Ingersoll Rand Launches Campaign to Secure Military Barracks

Schlage offers “Try Me” Program for barracks using hotel locks.

Getting the Dealer to Buy In

For many security industry professionals, one of two things often comes to mind when they hear the term, “video analytics.” One: high-tech, critical-infrastructure protection in applications such as airport security.

On the Move - Rob Phillips

On the Move

Apps are more prevalent than ever. The best ones are clean, fast and easily navigable for all ages, not just the world’s youngest millionaires.

Upgrading to video verification

Upgrade to Video Verification

Most of the 30 million classic burglar alarms installed since 1970 fail to meet growing consumer expectations of what a modern burglar alarm should be.

True Integration

True Integration

Charlie Howell’s childhood was hardly conventional. While other children were reading comic books, he was poring over repair manuals and installation diagrams.

All Flights Go

All Flights Go

Post Cold War, some of the threats have changed, but the squadrons’ mission remains the same—to master the tactics of foreign air forces.

Project Management

I recently participated in a webinar titled Industrial Security in the Real World: Practical Steps, which indirectly discussed how some fundamental tenants of project management were applied to this topic.

hosted video can be lucrative

Hosted Video Can Be Lucrative

If you’re limiting your business to selling surveillance technology as a capital expense, you’re leaving a lot of money on the table.

Veterans Memorial Service

In 2011, his mother, along with several other volunteers, joined forces with the Cedar Park Veterans Memorial Citizens Advisory Group to honor military veterans who have given their lives serving our country.

The Circle of Life for Your Central Station

What job function does the staff of full-service central stations spend the most time performing? Processing signals? Taking calls? No! The answer is data entry.

healthcare on guard

Healthcare on Guard

As the largest healthcare provider in the Twin Cities’ East Metro area, HealthEast Care System is dedicated to offering its patients the highest quality medical services.

security and building automation systems converge

Security and Building Automation Systems Converge

Here’s a typical building systems setup in a large commercial office facility. The security function—video, access, intrusion, fire and other systems—is run over a dedicated network.

On a wing and a prayer

On A Wing And A Prayer

Newfoundland and Labrador-based commercial service provider Cougar Helicopters doesn’t take safety and security lightly.

In the Customer’s Shoes

As IP technology and advanced video surveillance systems become increasingly popular, video analytics have officially entered the mainstream.

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  • EasyGate SPT and SPD

    EasyGate SPT SPD

    Security solutions do not have to be ordinary, let alone unattractive. Having renewed their best-selling speed gates, Cominfo has once again demonstrated their Art of Security philosophy in practice — and confirmed their position as an industry-leading manufacturers of premium speed gates and turnstiles. 3

  • Mobile Safe Shield

    Mobile Safe Shield

    SafeWood Designs, Inc., a manufacturer of patented bullet resistant products, is excited to announce the launch of the Mobile Safe Shield. The Mobile Safe Shield is a moveable bullet resistant shield that provides protection in the event of an assailant and supplies cover in the event of an active shooter. With a heavy-duty steel frame, quality castor wheels, and bullet resistant core, the Mobile Safe Shield is a perfect addition to any guard station, security desks, courthouses, police stations, schools, office spaces and more. The Mobile Safe Shield is incredibly customizable. Bullet resistant materials are available in UL 752 Levels 1 through 8 and include glass, white board, tack board, veneer, and plastic laminate. Flexibility in bullet resistant materials allows for the Mobile Safe Shield to blend more with current interior décor for a seamless design aesthetic. Optional custom paint colors are also available for the steel frame. 3

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation. 3