Archive: March 2022
Altus Fire and Life Safety acquires Croker
March 31, 2022SSN Staff
BROOKLYN, N.Y.—Altus Fire and Life Safety, a full-service fire and life safety services platform, announced it has acquired Croker, a provider of fire, life safety, emergency preparedness and business resilience programs in the Northeastern U.S. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Altus, a fire and life safety services platform owned by private equity firm AE Industrial Partners, LP, now consists of five businesses - Cross-Fire & Security, Alarm & Suppression, NISCO, Adcock,...
Mission 500, ADI team up to raise over $97K for children in need
March 31, 2022SSN Staff
MIAMI—Mission 500, a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving children and communities in need across the U.S., teamed up with diamond sponsor ADI Global Distribution to raise more than $97,000 to support underprivileged children and promote corporate social responsibility across the security industry.
Headquartered in Melville, N.Y., ADI is a leading global wholesale distributor of security, AV and low-voltage products. Mission 500 has partnered with ADI...
John Loud to receive Moody Award at ESX 2022
March 30, 2022SSN Staff
FRISCO, Texas—John Loud, president of LOUD Security Systems, will receive the prestigious recognition of the William N. Moody Award at the 2022 Electronic Security EXPO Public Safety and Networking Luncheon in Fort Worth, Texas. Created in 2004 by the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC), the Moody Award is given annually to an individual who demonstrates a passion for advancing positive alarm management and best industry practices.
“John took a leadership role as Vice President...
Back with a Vengeance
March 30, 2022Cory Harris, Editor
They say that whatever happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. But I’m going to go against the grain and say that my blog is all about what happened in Vegas last week at ISC West 2022.
When I landed in Las Vegas, I had a feeling that security industry professionals were itching to get back to the premier trade show of the year after the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted attendance at ISC West in 2021. After five days in “Sin City,” it’s safe to say that my projections...
Women in Security Feature: Alice DiSanto, Rajant Corp.
March 30, 2022Paul Ragusa
YARMOUTH, Maine—As part of Security Systems News’ and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum’s (WISF’s) continuing series highlighting the contributions of women in security, this month’s feature is on Alice DiSanto, Vice President of Global Marketing for the Rajant Corporation, where she is responsible for “building Rajant’s strategic marketing and communications plan defined by ROI metrics where possible” she explained. “Unleashing...
Snap One launches converged U.S. Partner Rewards program
March 29, 2022SSN Staff
CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Snap One, an industry-leading source of A/V surveillance, control, networking, and remote management products for pros, has launched a new, consolidated Partner Rewards program that awards points for every purchase online and in official Snap One Partner stores.
The program features five levels, providing incredible benefits like progressively larger discounts, free shipping, expedited gear replacement, premium tech support and even access to exclusive Partner events.
“Our...
Honeywell previews security, fire and life safety technologies at ISC West 2022
March 29, 2022SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Honeywell, a global manufacturer of security and automation solutions for residential and commercial applications, showcased the latest upgrades to its security, fire and life safety products at last week’s ISC West 2022 in Las Vegas.
Attendees had the opportunity to learn more about Honeywell’s broad portfolio of solutions, which provide streamlined operational efficiency, real-time response, and flexible integration that ultimately help reduce costs and increase...
Allied Universal partners with The Teen Project to help human trafficking victims
March 29, 2022SSN Staff
SANTA ANA, Calif—Allied Universal, one of the world’s top corporate services companies, has announced its continued commitment to prevent human trafficking by partnering with The Teen Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing healing and hope to young women who have survived human trafficking and homelessness.
Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud or coercion to receive involuntary labor or services. According to the International Labour...
Milestone Systems launches new partner program
March 29, 2022SSN Staff
COPENHAGEN, Denmark—Milestone Systems, a leading provider of open platform video management software, today announced new enhancements to its Partner Program that are designed to maximize partner success, help partners compete in a constantly changing market, and provide more enhanced profitability.
Aimed at deepening the company’s relationships with its partners, the program’s enhancements include a transparent three-tier program design, partner status by country level, expanded...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Choice Security Services
March 29, 2022SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety announced its acquisition of Choice Security Services, strengthening its presence in Pennsylvania and bolstering its service offerings in the Northern Maryland market.
"We couldn't ask for better colleagues to join our family," said Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker. "It's an honor to partner with Ray Bear and his team at Choice Security Services. They're true stewards of the community, incredibly knowledgeable and always act in the best interest...