Archive: May 2026
Allied Universal wins Association for Corporate Growth award
May 29, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal announced it has received the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) award in the Global category from the Orange County chapter for its outstanding global expansion.
“Allied Universal’s impressive global expansion is a prime example of forward-thinking growth,” said Michael Lutfi, chair of the ACG Orange County and Inland Empire Awards Committee. “The company’s investments in technology-based security platforms and...
ISS expands SecurOS UVSS line with four versions, performance upgrades
May 29, 2026SSN Staff
WOODBRIDGE, N.J.—Intelligent Security Systems (ISS) has expanded its SecurOS UVSS (under‑vehicle surveillance system) product line, rolling out four solution tiers and adding processing, speed and artificial intelligence (AI) enhancements aimed at a broader range of security environments.
The updated lineup includes SecurOS UVSS Essential, Pro, Elite and Mobile, allowing customers to select systems based on site size, throughput requirements and deployment needs.
The Essential version...
Zeus Fire and Security acquires PM Alarms
May 29, 2026SSN Staff
PAOLI, Pa.—Zeus Fire and Security has acquired PM Alarms, a Chattanooga‑based provider of fire alarm and electronic security services, expanding its footprint across Southeast Tennessee.
PM Alarms, founded in 1961, delivers commercial fire alarm systems, intrusion security, access control, video solutions and video monitoring services. The company is licensed in Tennessee and Georgia and has built a long-standing regional reputation for locally focused service.
As part of the transaction,...
SIA adds more keynote and featured speakers to Perimeter PREVENT lineup
May 28, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced additional keynote and featured speakers for its 2026 Perimeter PREVENT symposium, scheduled for June 24 in Washington, D.C.
The event, focused on perimeter security for government and commercial environments, will bring together policymakers, federal officials, architects, engineers and solution providers to address emerging challenges in physical security and critical infrastructure protection.
Newly added to the...
Verkada names Carlos Rocha LATAM country manager
May 28, 2026SSN Staff
SAN MATEO, Calif.—Verkada has promoted Carlos Rocha to country manager for Latin America (LATAM) as the company accelerates regional growth amid rising demand for artificial intelligence (AI)-powered physical security solutions.
Based in Mexico City, Rocha will oversee go-to-market strategy, sales operations and partner development across LATAM. He joined Verkada as its first employee in Mexico and has helped grow the regional team to more than 30 employees.
“Carlos has been instrumental...
Octave completes spinoff from Hexagon AB
May 28, 2026SSN Staff
HUNTSVILLE, Ala.—Octave Intelligence plc completed its spinoff from Hexagon AB and began trading May 28 on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker OCTV, establishing the company as an independent provider of data-driven intelligence solutions.
The separation was finalized May 22, when Hexagon distributed all shares of its wholly owned subsidiary Octave to Hexagon shareholders. Trading of Octave’s Swedish depository receipts (SDRs) followed on May 25 on Nasdaq Stockholm.
Octave...
ProdataKey adds geofencing to mobile access platform
May 27, 2026SSN Staff
DRAPER, Utah—ProdataKey (PDK) has introduced geofencing capabilities to its PDK.io cloud-based access control platform, enabling location-aware controls for mobile credentials.
The new feature allows system administrators to establish virtual boundaries around a site or system and limit mobile credential functionality to users who are physically within a defined distance of that location. The company says the capability is designed to reduce credential misuse while maintaining the convenience...
Echodyne partners with Axon to expand public safety drone radar capabilities
May 27, 2026SSN Staff
KIRKLAND, Wash.—Echodyne and Axon have partnered to support expanded use of radar in public safety drone operations, with a focus on improving low-altitude airspace awareness for law enforcement and homeland security applications.
Under the agreement, Echodyne’s radar technology will support Axon’s drone ecosystem, including its Axon Air platform and Dedrone counter-drone solutions. The companies said the collaboration is aimed at helping agencies operate drones more safely while...
Pye-Barker celebrates 80-year milestone
May 27, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is marking its 80th anniversary in 2026, highlighting eight decades of growth from a regional fire protection supplier into one of the largest fully integrated fire, life safety and security services providers in the United States.
Founded in 1946 in Atlanta by two Georgia Institute of Technology graduates, the company now operates more than 250 locations across 47 states with more than 9,000 employees.
Pye-Barker plans to commemorate the milestone during...
DMP appoints Patrick Cooke as director of sales, South Central
May 27, 2026SSN Staff
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.—Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has announced the hiring of Patrick Cooke as director of sales, South Central.
With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Cooke will provide exceptional service to the regional sales managers of the South Central territory.
“I take pride in helping organizations solve complex security challenges, while empowering dealers to differentiate themselves and win in competitive markets,” said Cooke. “I was drawn...