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Explore new telecom trends with Bridge Cable at ADI Expo 2024

The full-day expo is headed to New Jersey and expects up to 5,000 attendees and hundreds of exhibitors, with the Bridge Cable team as some of those attendees.  The full team of Bridge Cable is set to attend the ADI Expo 2024, as it makes a stop in Cherry Hill, New Jersey on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024. ADI Expo The annual event exhibits manufacturers like Honeywell, Resideo, Telguard, Turing, DSC, Yale, and more. Attendees will be spending the day learning the latest trends within telecom...

Nice launches OS 8.8.601 update for home management software

Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, released its Home Management OS 8.8.601 software update following its major feature release with the OS 8.8 in June 2023. WHAT: The Nice Home Management OS 8.8.601 software update delivers improved user experience, and enhanced performance, and introduces new drivers for more integration across utilities, video, security, climate, lighting and more. Features of software update Highlighted features from the software update inclu...

ADI announces 2023 Supplier Award recipients

ADI Global Distribution, a major wholesale distributor of security, AV and low-voltage products, announced the recipients of its 2023 Supplier Awards. ADI selected Digital Watchdog as Supplier of the Year for North America. ADI also recognised suppliers in the categories of Operations, Marketing Support, Digital Support, Sales Support, New Product of the Year and Rookie of the Year. Each year, ADI recognises key suppliers across North America for their support and contributions towards the...

International Security Expo returns to London on 26-27 September 2023

International Security Expo returns to London, United Kingdom (UK), on 26-27 September 2023, backed by more Government agencies and industry partners than ever before and showcasing the widest range of solutions designed to improve the security and resilience of businesses, people, and critical infrastructures. International Security Expo (ISE) In the face of ever-changing threats to global security, International Security Expo (ISE) will welcome a high-quality vetted audience o...

Johnson Controls deploys its integrated security solution to safeguard Otopeni Henri Airport – Bucharest Nord Railway Link

Compania Naţională de Căi Ferate ‘CFR’ - SA, the state railway carrier of Romania, has invested in an integrated security and safety solution from Johnson Controls, to protect passengers travelling on a new railway link, connecting the Otopeni Henri Coandă International Airport to Bucharest Nord main railway station, in Bucharest, Romania. Securing Bucharest’s new rail link The 2.95 km rail link, which was planned to facilitate the large number of fans travelling from the int...

Johnson Controls acquires Qolsys, Inc. to enhance its smart building solutions portfolio

Johnson Controls has announced it has acquired the remaining stake of Qolsys Inc., a globally renowned residential and commercial security and smart-home manufacturer, after owning a majority stake in the company since 2014. Smart building solutions expert Qolsys enhances Johnson Controls global innovation platform, delivering next generation security and smart building solutions. The Qolsys founders and leadership team will remain in Silicon Valley (San Jose, California), assuming key roles i...

Camden promotes David Price to Vice President, Communications and Corporate Development

Camden Door Controls, global provider of door activation, control and locking products, is pleased to announce the promotion of David Price to the position of Vice President, Communications and Corporate Development. David joined Camden Door Controls as Marketing Manager in 2010 and has been instrumental in the rapid growth of the company since that time. Door solutions expert In his new position, Price will continue to manage all internal and external corporate communications, Camden’s...

Johnson Controls to launch LUX KONOzw Smart Hub thermostat with Z-Wave technology

Johnson Controls will soon announce the availability of the LUX KONOzw Smart Hub thermostat through its DSC channel. This is the first KONO thermostat featuring Z-Wave technology. KONOzw allows users to seamlessly connect DSC security systems, including PowerSeries Neo, iotega and PowerSeries Pro, when combined with SecureNet or Alarm.com interactive services to the smart thermostat through the Z-Wave smart hub. Universal compatibility KONOzw offers all the traditional modes of a smart thermos...

Tyco to launch a wide range of access control, intrusion and video products at The Security Event 2019

Visitors to The Security Event will be among the first to see live demonstrations of some of the latest products to be launched by Tyco, the security division of Johnson Controls. A wide range of access control, intrusion and video products from the American Dynamics, Exacq, Illustra, Bentel, CEM Systems, DSC, Kantech, Software House and Visonic brands, which are supplied under the Tyco umbrella, will be on show on stand SE102. These include: Access control credential iotega, an all-in-one sm...

NAPCO Security’s iBridge Touch Touchscreen helps control security with video and IoT services

NAPCO Security Technologies, known for developing innovative technology and reliable security solutions and services, is pleased to share that the all-new décor-neutral, iBridge Touch Touchscreen is gaining high popularity, especially used in conjunction with its new matching iBridge App, recently debuted on iTunes and Google Play. iBridge Touch is an advanced, neutral-color, décor-friendly, wall-mounted touchscreen that controls security and/or video and smart autom...

DSC PowerSeries Neo intrusion panel from Johnson Controls receives NF & A2P cybersecurity certification

Johnson Controls has announced that the PowerSeries Neo intrusion panel from DSC is the first intrusion alarm panel to be awarded the NF & A2P certification for cybersecurity protection from CNPP, the French national authority for risk prevention and control. The groundbreaking NF & A2P certification was awarded to DSC PowerSeries Neo under a newly created category that evaluates and certifies a security product’s cybersecurity readiness. The certification recognises PowerSeries N...

Tyco Security Products highlights integrated cyber-secure management platforms at ISC West 2017

Tyco's exhibit will highlight integrated cyber-secure management platforms and solutions Tyco Security Products returns to ISC West in Las Vegas between April 5th-7th in Booth 20005. The exhibit will highlight the integrated cyber-secure management platforms and solutions ranging from complex enterprise environments to smart, active households. These solutions provide end users with actionable intelligence and deep operational benefits far beyond traditional core security fun...

Pro Control brings smart home automation to ISC West 2017

Pro Control will demonstrate how its system components allow users to easily manage any environment Pro Control, a division of Remote Technologies Incorporated, has announced that it will showcase affordable and powerful remote control and processing products, including its Z-Wave lighting control solutions, at ISC West, April 5th-7th, at the Sands Expo Centre in Las Vegas. Exhibiting within the ADI Pavilion in booth 24144, the company will demonstrate how its system componen...

CEM Systems releases version 8 of AC2000 security management system

AC2000 v8 includes data partitioning and offers enhancements for multi-site customers Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of AC2000 v8, which offers new features that increase the performance, simplicity, and scope of the AC2000 access control system suite from CEM Systems. These include AC2000 Data Partitioning and enhancements to AC2000 Security Hub command and control application. CEM Systems has also released enhancements to the emerald...

Tyco Security Products showcases complete security solution, cyber security programme at ASIS 2016

Tyco Security Products offers solutions based on intuitive usability, scalability and sophistication to protect businesses of all sizes Tyco Security Products will highlight its wide range of integrated security management solutions and Cyber Protection programme at ASIS International’s 62nd Annual Seminar and Exhibits, September 12-15, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, in Booth 1801. With its portfolio of solutions designed to meet top federal cyber se...

Kantech debuts EntraPass Go mobile app with one-touch installation

Kantech EntraPass Go free mobile application decreases installation time and lowers the total cost of ownership Tyco Security Products introduces Kantech EntraPass Go Install, a free mobile application that uses intuitive QR code technology, pre-populated fields and a simplified commissioning process to significantly decrease installation time and lower the total cost of ownership. The application can be associated with other security devices, such as cameras managed by exacq...

ID Solutions selects Tyco Security Products’ hattrix managed access control for multi-site management

The Cloud-based hattrix solution facilitates single-interface management of all 10 of the client’s buildings Tyco Security Products has announced that ID Solutions, a San Diego-based IT solutions provider, has deployed the hattrix cloud-based access control solution for centralised security management of a network of locations that spans seven states.   Reducing hardware, software and staffing costs ID Solutions chose the hattrix solution for several multi-st...

Tyco SG-System integrates with Bold Technologies’ Manitou central station software

SG-System-Manitou central station integration supports visual alarm verification and reduced false alarms Tyco Security Products announced an enhanced integration between its SG-System 5 receiver and Bold Technologies’ Manitou central station software. The enhanced integration means that Manitou now supports visual alarm verification provided through SG-System 5 to provide central stations with the tools they need to more accurately access alarm situations and to reduce...

DSC PowerSeries Neo 1.2 offers new dimensions in residential and commercial security

PowerSeries Neo is designed for busy small to mediumcommercial and residential customers and their installers Tyco Security Products introduces DSC’s PowerSeries Neo version 1.2, an integrated, feature-rich hybrid security platform that serves users’ needs now and into the future. PowerSeries Neo offers the reliability of a hard-wired security system with the flexibility, scalability and advanced features provided by its PowerG wireless intrusion technology. H...

DSC launches smart home security programme featuring PowerSeries Neo for homebuilders and developers

The programmes provide value kits for model homes and large qualified developments DSC announces the launch of a new programme geared towards homebuilders and developers looking to deliver best-in-class smart home security and technology to homeowners. Two-tier security programme The program is comprised of two tiers – The Model Home Programme and The Community Programme, both featuring home security and automation packages including features such as lighting and tempe...

Millworks Custom Manufacturing chooses Tyco Security Products for wireless intrusion system

Tyco's solution allows Millworks Custom Manufacturing to monitor who is coming in and out of the building more effectively Tyco Security Products announced today that Millworks Custom Manufacturing in Toronto, Canada, has installed a complete security solution using DSC PowerSeries Neo to integrate a wireless intrusion system throughout its custom millworks facility. DSC PowerSeries Neo DSC PowerSeries Neo is a wireless intrusion system with PowerG technology that provides a...

Tyco’s new Total Security integrated solution for remote management of access control, IP video surveillance and intrusion detection in real-time

Available via a unified GUI, Total Security allows users to remotely manage more than 20 security tasks in real time, from anywhere on any Internet connected device Tyco Integrated Security (TycoIS), the leading security systems integrator, announced the availability of Total Security, a solution including access control, IP video surveillance and intrusion detection. Available via a unified graphical user interface (GUI), Total Security allows users to manage multiple securit...

Tyco adds Control4 home automation to DSC PowerSeries Neo integration portfolio

Tyco Security Products is announcing the addition of Control4 to the home automation partner integration portfolio available for DSC’s PowerSeries Neo intrusion platform. DSC’s PowerSeries Neo hybrid security platform offers exceptionally secure communications through PowerG leading technology, while offering installers and home owners both the flexibility and ease of wireless installation. With the addition of Control4’s home automation features, homeowners can now leverage e...

Tyco integrated access control, video and intrusion solution protects students at Camosun College of Victoria, British Columbia

The integrated solution brings together EntraPass software with exacqVision NVRs and VMS, and DSC MAXSYS intrusion alarm panels Camosun College is a multi-campus, community college with a student population of approximately 16,000. Located in Victoria, British Columbia, the college is known for its diversity with a yearly student population of more than 1,100 Aboriginal students and 1,500 international students from over 70 countries. Camosun College offers more than 160 acade...

Tyco DSC PowerSeries Neo wireless intrusion system protects Millworks Custom Manufacturing facility’s valuable materials

The system consists of host transceiver, PG9920 wireless repeaters, full message HS2LCD LCD wired and HS2LCDWF9 wireless keypads Introduction As a start-up business in 1988, Millworks Custom Manufacturing tapped All Seasons Security to install a security system in a small unit where the company was headquartered. As the company grew, its operations took over more and more space in its original Toronto, Ontario facility. Millworks Custom Manufacturing now occupies more than 1...

Tyco Mobile Exhibition Unit to hold training events on latest security solutions throughout Western Europe

Along with educational sessions on latest security solutions, MEU will also exhibit at different trade shows, including IFSEC 2016 Tyco Security Products announces it will hold a series of technology training events and technology demonstrations throughout Western Europe using the company’s Mobile Exhibition Unit, a state of the art mobile classroom and training centre that houses the company’s full portfolio of solutions. The 2016 tour will include locations in Ir...

Tyco announces latest products and solutions, including the Complete Security System, at ISC West 2016

Tyco's Complete Security System brings video, intrusion and access control to one, single interface Tyco Security Products is excited to announce a full slate of new product and solution offerings for this year’s ISC West show, beginning tomorrow, April 6. Highlights include the new Complete Security System which brings together access and manage video, intrusion and access control from one, single interface, enabled by the native integrations between the Kantech, exacq...

Napco Security to debut advanced universal communicator models at ISC West 2016

The full line of code-compliant StarLink Communicators offer the broadest coverage Napco Security Technologies will debut several new advanced universal communicator models at ISC West, Booth 12043, all offering even more dealers throughout North America, unbeatable reliability, savings, and continuing its successful $70 Tradeup incentive programme. StarLink communication solutions By popular demand, Napco’s StarLink® Series Cellular & IP Alarm Communications s...

Tyco integrated access control, video and intrusion solution protects students at Camosun College of Victoria, British Columbia

The system’s graphical mapping capabilities provide easy to understand visual representations of alarms and events Tyco Security Products announced recently that Camosun College of Victoria, British Columbia, has deployed an integrated access control, video and intrusion solution to centralise security monitoring and response activities across its two main campuses, including its newly constructed Trades and Education and Innovation Complex. Easy and more time-effic...

Tyco exacqVision NVRs pre-installed with Kantech EntraPass software for faster security installation and service

Tyco Security Products introduces exacqVision network video recorders (NVR) with Kantech EntraPass Corporate Edition access control system pre-installed for faster, simpler security installation and service. exacqVision NVRs provide high performance, all-in-one network video surveillance solutions. Available in hybrid and IP camera NVR models, exacqVision recorders deliver reliability and capacity for mainstream recording. Each NVR supports up to 20 workstations Designed for easy installation...

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