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The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Innovation Awards, recognising excellence and innovation within the electronic security and life safety industry. These prestigious awards highlight next-generation products and services that present significant growth opportunities for integrator companies. A comprehensive set of criteria An independent panel of judges selected the winners based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including ingenuity, applicability, response to market needs, and more. The 2024 ESX Innovation Awards Judging Panel, led by Preston Atkins, Systems Engineer at Certified Alarm Co. of AL Inc., also included Richard Tampier, VP of Everon Solutions, Jamie Byrd, VP of Business Development at Security Central, and Gregory R. Breyer, Director of Fire Business Development at Zeus Fire & Security. ESX extends its gratitude to these judges for their dedication and expertise in recognising forward-thinking ideas within the security industry. Efficiency and profitability "The ESX Innovation Award winners showcase the industry's pioneering-edge advancements,” explains ESX Chairman, George De Marco. “These innovative products and services are driving efficiency and profitability. Congratulations to this year's outstanding innovators for shaping the future of security and life safety technology." 2024 ESX Innovation Award Winners ESX congratulates the visionary companies behind these breakthrough technologies. Winners are listed in alphabetical order by category: Access Control/ ID Systems Readers / Keypads AC-2DM by Aiphone Fire/ Life Safety Detection Appliances – Smoke / Heat / Gas Detection Services FireProtect 2 RB (Heat/Smoke/CO) UL Jeweller by Ajax Systems Cellular / Radio Communications Super Dual ™ StarLink Fire Max2 Supervised Dual SIM/ Dual Path Communicator by NAPCO Security Technologies Inc. Installation/ Service Tools Tools / Testers Camerashine Surveillance Cleaning Kit– Clean Any Camera Safely from the Ground by Camerashine Systems Design / LifeCycle Maintenance – Commercial System Surveyor 2.0 by System Surveyor Intrusion Systems Outdoor Detection MotionCam Outdoor (PhOD) Jeweller by Ajax Systems Monitoring (Central Station) Alarm Monitoring for End User Patented Becklar Engage Platform– an AI-Powered Platform that Makes a Difference in the Moments that Matter by Becklar Smart Home IT / Networking Araknis 920-Series Switch by Snap One Home Automation / Home Control Systems Control4 Halo Touch Remote by Snap One Specialty Products & Services Power Supplies & Batteries CP1500PFCRM2U PFC Sinewave Short-Depth UPS System by CyperPower Systems Video Surveillance Managed Video Advanced Interactive Video Monitoring and Remote Guarding Solution – Eyeforce by Becklar Video Analytics Alarm.com: AI Deterrence (AID) by Alarm.com Video Management Software Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing/ Eagle Eye 911 Public Safety Sharing Complete by Eagle Eye Networks Megapixel / HD Cameras First Alert VX3 HD Outdoor Camera by Resideo IP Cameras TurretCam (8 Mp/2.8mm) by Ajax Systems The ESX Innovation Awards continue to spotlight the innovative efforts of companies that are shaping the future of the security and life safety industry. The awards ceremony will take place during the ESX 2024 Expo, where attendees can explore these innovative products and services. TechVision challenge TechVision Challenge is an opportunity for manufacturers and service providers The TechVision Challenge is a Shark Tank Style Competition held at ESX where judges recognise outstanding products and services that drive the electronic security and life safety industry forward. The TechVision Challenge is an opportunity for manufacturers and service providers to come up with innovative end-user offerings and tools that help dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals become more efficient and profitable. Judging criteria The selection of the winner is based on specific judging criteria that include: Features & Functions Aesthetic & Design Qualities Groundbreaking or Innovative Improving End User Experience Overall WOW Factor Improves Efficiency Increases Company Value Regulatory Compliance It is up to each contestant to prepare their presentations for the competition and the TechVision Challenge judging criteria will be used to determine what product or service will be named Best of Show for ESX 2024. Interactive judging panel In 2024, 9 participants from the Innovation Awards judging process were invited to compete in the TechVision Challenge and an interactive judging panel of a minimum of 3 judges watched the presentations. The judges then have up to 12 minutes for each presentation to judge each product. In 2024, they had incredible products in the competition for “Best of Show”, but the ultimate winner was Ajax Systems for the FireProtect 2 RB (Heat/Smoke/CO) UL Jeweller with runner-up Eagle Eye Networks for their Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing/ Eagle Eye 911 Public Safety Sharing Complete.

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators announced the lineup of sponsors for PSA TEC 2024 (TEC) in Dallas, Texas, May 13-17.  PSA TEC 2024 "PSA TEC 2024 will again be the most powerful event for security integrators, and we have an incredible group of technology partner sponsors that enable PSA to exceed expectations in delivering high-quality educational offerings, networking, and exclusive engagement with prominent industry pioneers,” said Matt Barnette, president and CEO of the PSA Network. “PSA unites elite security integrators with the strongest technology partners in the industry, and we look forward to PSA TEC being a platform for creating enduring connections.”   Educational content and networking opportunities Over the four days, integrators will meet one-on-one with technology partners during TEC Talks TEC 2024 is exclusive to PSA owners, members, and sponsors providing premier educational content and networking opportunities between integrators and technology partners.  Over the four days, integrators will meet one-on-one with technology partners during TEC Talks and visit gold, silver, and bronze and tabletop sponsors for product showcases, demonstrations, and meetings.  Event sponsors The sponsors are industry-pioneering manufacturers and solutions providers including:   Gold Altronix Corporation AMAG Technology Hanwha Vision Johnson Controls   Silver   ASSA ABLOY Bosch Security and Safety Systems Eagle Eye Networks HID LenelS2 March Networks Milestone Systems ProdataKey   Bronze  3millID Acre Security Aiphone Alarm.com/Shooter Detection Systems Allegion Alvarado BCD ComNet by acre Digital Watchdog Farpointe Data Guetebrück USA Identiv IML Security Supply Intel i-PRO LifeSafety Power Louroe Electronics OpenEye Safety Technology International SECLOCK Solutions360 Velsea Windy City Wire Zenitel   Tabletop  ALConsulting D-Tools Plante Moran Snellings Walters Insurance Agency SPRX Swell System Surveyor WeSuite Zitko Member support and engagement "We are truly grateful to our PSA TEC 2024 sponsors for their incredible support and engagement with our members,” said Brittany Board, director of technology partners for the PSA Network. “Their contributions are invaluable, and PSA TEC wouldn’t be the same without them.”  Registration for TEC is open to PSA members and provides access to all networking events, meals, and conference courses. 

As a testament to its  Open-Platform approach, System Surveyor announced affiliate partnerships with three new manufacturers: Eagle Eye, Raytec, and Avycon. With the addition of these video surveillance and lighting solutions to the System Surveyor Manufacturer Partner programme, System Surveyor users have access to a more robust and diverse catalogue of products and accessories for streamlined site surveys, system design, and bill of materials automation for more efficient physical security projects.  Drag-and-drop simplicity System Surveyor users can access each Manufacturer Partner’s Element Profile to import devices and accessories to a digital floor plan with drag-and-drop simplicity, which allows integrators to intelligently select the right product for their needs. Similarly, this programme equips end users to refine their physical security system design using brand-specific products for procurement and implementation, preparing them for simple and efficient lifecycle management.  Accurate and accessible system design “From day one, we have believed that the freedom to design better systems starts with an open platform,” said System Surveyor CEO, Chris Hugman. He adds, “The addition of these key brands to our Manufacturer Partner programme furthers our goal of making system design more accurate and accessible for everyone involved, including end users, integrators, and manufacturers, all of whom need to collaborate to fulfill the promises of their technology.”  Standard industry solution As a result of the strength of its partnerships with security manufacturers including Hanwha Vision, Digital Watchdog, Ganz, iluminar, i-Pro, Mobotix, Rhombus, SensoGuard, SoundSecure, Verkada and Turing, System Surveyor is recognised as a standard industry solution, helping equip system integrators, partners and end users to specify the right solutions for their systems. Together with these partners, System Surveyor provides its security industry ecosystem customers with the ability to quickly capture security system requirements, drag and drop devices from preferred security equipment manufacturers into a system design, and generate a detailed, accurate bill of materials in seconds.  

The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionised many industries, including physical security. By connecting physical devices to the internet, IoT technology offers significant enhancements to security systems. Benefits include real-time monitoring, remote access, and the utility of new devices such as temperature and humidity sensors. At the same time, IoT devices come with challenges, including greater cybersecurity vulnerability. We asked this week's Expert Panel Roundtable: How is the Internet of Things (IoT) impacting the physical security marketplace?  

The security industry offers a vast array of technologies and vendors. This can be overwhelming for end users, who depend on security integrators for guidance and service. But how well do security integrators provide end users with what they need? We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the biggest challenges that end users face when working with integrators? 

Ideally, every new product or technology serves a need in the market, but not all new products are created equal. The impact of some new technologies is so profound that they make us rethink our preconceptions and may create a total transition in the broader market. These are the technologies we call “game changers” because they prompt a significant shift in the current manner of doing or thinking about security. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What current technology is a “game changer” for physical security?