March 2025

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Artificial intelligence and other technological innovations have made aging in place much more viable, and in some cases, even cool
March 17, 2025
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Integrators specializing in custom residential installations already have the skills to expand into a variety of new small and medium business markets
March 17, 2025
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The FCC's Cyber Trust Mark should become a standard mark on most IoT devices.
Learn more about the FCC’s program and the business opportunities it can provide for residential and SMB-focused security integrators
March 17, 2025
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Using old-school tactics or simply ignoring this growing buying segment means integrators will be leaving money on the table
March 17, 2025
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Offering below-market salaries may make short-term financial sense on paper, but are you considering the hidden costs?
March 17, 2025
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Learn more about specifying technology for Group B occupancies and how to determine occupant load
March 17, 2025
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A guide for integrators in helping their customers choose which system is right for them
March 17, 2025
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An update on Vivint's appeal of a massive judgment on a deceptive sales lawsuit
March 17, 2025
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Six key strategies for security integrators
March 17, 2025
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Peer nominations are now open for our annual award program
March 17, 2025
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Sponsored Advertorial: How alarm dealers can leverage artificial intelligence using Brinks Home’s newest tool, the Account Value Calculator
March 17, 2025
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The #42 Pye-Barker Fire & Safety car during the 2024 season.
Company makes multiple acquisitions and renews NASCAR partnership
March 17, 2025
L-R: Rod DiBona–Pye-Barker EVP, Business Development; Conrad Buhrman–Nebraska Safety & Fire Equipment Owner; Ray Wright–Pye-Barker VP; Blake Niesen–Nebraska Safety VP; Justin Merrick–Pye-Barker VP
The acquisition bolsters Pye-Barker's presence in Nebraska and all other serviced regions, including Colorado, Wyoming, South Dakota, and Kansas.
Feb. 28, 2025
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Security Central has appointed Caroline H. Brown as CEO, marking the third generation of family leadership and setting the stage for continued growth and innovation.
Feb. 26, 2025
IronYun tags former Salesforce exec Marshall Tyler as new Chief Executive Officer
Former CEO Paul Sun will remain with IronYun to advise Tyler in his new role.
Feb. 26, 2025
SIA names Convergint, Wavelynx, and Wesco as 2025 Members of the Year
SIA will present the honorees with their awards at The Advance, which will be held April 1 during ISC West.
Feb. 25, 2025
Safetrust secures strategic investment from dormakaba
This collaboration expands the market reach of Safetrust's access and identity solutions while accelerating progress in PQR security.
Feb. 24, 2025
National Monitoring Center achieves UL Listing for AVS-01
This certification underscores NMC’s commitment to delivering the highest alarm verification and security response standards.
Feb. 24, 2025
SIA names Holly Borgmann as 2025 SIA Chair’s Award Honoree
SIA will present Borgmann with the award at Security Hill Day.
Feb. 21, 2025
Aiphone announces Genetec Security Center integration
The integration addresses critical challenges in modern security operations by unifying communications and video management within Security Center.
Feb. 21, 2025
L-R: Secure Pacific/Sonitrol Pacific owner Beau Bradley and Pye-Barker Chief Business Development Officer, Eric Garner
Secure Pacific and Sonitrol Pacific provide custom security system solutions in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
Feb. 20, 2025
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The Ubiety Halo platform leverages advanced AI technology to significantly reduce false alarms by dynamically tailoring alarm responses based on verified presence detection.
Feb. 19, 2025
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Guardian Alarm's acquisition of Frase Protection extends its industry-leading security services to Tennessee and Mississippi, enhancing protection for homes and businesses in ...
Feb. 18, 2025
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety gets boost in Northeast with acquisition of USA Security Services
USA Security Services’ highly skilled technicians will continue to serve customers in New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New York, and Florida.
Feb. 18, 2025
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The deal adds FS&S’s specialized fire and security integration services to Sciens’ growing national network.
Feb. 13, 2025
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It seems quaint now, but once viewed as recreational gadgets, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) have morphed into sophisticated platforms for espionage, sabotage, and intentional and unintentional operational disruption, as highlighted by these recent situations.
Recent events demonstrate how this evolving technology is wreaking havoc on critical infrastructure.
Feb. 12, 2025
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The acquisition of CHeKT enhances Alarm.com's capabilities in delivering advanced, proactive video monitoring solutions to a broader market.
Feb. 12, 2025
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As AlarMax continues to expand its reach and enhance its service offerings, Shelander's leadership will play a critical role in optimizing operations.
Feb. 11, 2025
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At the core of Security 101 Bay Area’s success is its commitment to engaging with the community and fostering meaningful connections.
Feb. 10, 2025
L-R: Fire Science Techniques owner Michael Stephany, Pye-Barker's Chuck Reimel and Chris Jensen
The purchase expands Pye-Barker's service footprint in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin, as well as its fire protection and suppression services for commercial kitchens.
Feb. 7, 2025
Pictured left to right is a gathering of nyfAA Past Presidents with the current President, Val Sherer: Stu Gilbert, Val Sherer, Ron Petrarca, Kenny Gould, John DiStefano, Patty Palacios' Tom Papa, Ziggy Stazewski, P.E., Joe Razza, P.E., Charles Joyce, P.E., Jeffrey Siegel
The association held a spectacular gala dinner on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Giando on The Water in Brooklyn, New York, to commemorate this significant milestone.
Feb. 6, 2025
Founder Hayden Burr (L) with ICT CEO Andy Bane (R)
Andy succeeds ICT founder and former CEO Hayden Burr, who will transition to the role of Chief Innovation Officer.
Feb. 6, 2025
RapidFire Safety & Security acquires Advanced Security Contractors
The acquisition of ASC expands RapidFire’s Texas security and fire alarm service area to now include West Texas.
Feb. 6, 2025
ASSA ABLOY Security Partner Program makes its debut
The Medeco Security Center Program is now the ASSA ABLOY Security Partner Program.
Feb. 6, 2025
Latch announces new leadership team
Under the direction of new leadership, the company remains focused on its core multifamily access control and smart building solutions business.
Feb. 6, 2025
Honeywell to pursue three-way company split
Company to complete split by 2026, with security technology being a part of its Automation segment.
Feb. 6, 2025
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Weidemanis' tenure as CEO will begin on March 12, 2025, following the company's Annual General Meeting of Shareholders.
Feb. 5, 2025
Allegion acquires Next Door Company, growing specialty door solutions portfolio
Next Door will report into the Allegion Americas segment, led by Allegion Senior Vice President Dave Ilardi.
Feb. 4, 2025
Encore Technology Solutions is known for its expertise in fire alarm systems, access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection and mass communication systems.
Encore Technology Solutions is the latest in a long line of acquisitions to expand Pye-Barker's reach in the United States.
Jan. 31, 2025