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Allegion acquires Overly Door Company to expand specialty door portfolio
October 8, 2026SSN Staff
DUBLIN—Allegion plc has acquired Overly Door Company, a Pennsylvania-based manufacturer of specialty high-security doors, strengthening its non-residential product portfolio across government, education and healthcare markets.
Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Greensburg, Pa., Overly manufactures custom acoustic, blast-resistant, bullet-resistant and vault security doors. The company's offerings complement Allegion's existing hollow metal doors and frames business.
Overly...
Knox Lane investment fuels SAGE growth
October 7, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
KENT, Ohio—Knox Lane's acquisition of a majority stake in SAGE Integration is expected to accelerate the company's growth strategy through a combination of acquisitions, technology investments and expansion within critical infrastructure markets.
According to Eric Frasier, CEO of SAGE Integration, the transaction developed organically rather than through a formal sale process. The company had not been actively seeking a buyer, but Knox Lane's interest in the security integration...
Experts: Operational simplicity can help address labor shortage challenges
October 7, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK—Labor shortages remain a major concern for security integrators, but panelists in an upcoming ISC East session say complexity may be making the problem worse. They argue that fragmented systems and inefficient workflows consume valuable technician time, increase costs and limit workforce productivity.
During “The Labor Cost of Complexity: Why Fragmented Security Systems Are Making Workforce Shortages Worse,” a panel moderated by Nikki Williams, director of marketing,...
In brief: Pye-Barker acquires Union, i-PRO celebrates independence, SIA honors 25
October 7, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Springfield, N.J.-based Union AlarmTronic, LLC, further expanding its security alarm and life safety operations in the Northeast.
Founded in 1989, Union AlarmTronic has completed more than 20,000 security installations and provides access control, video surveillance, intercom, integrated security and alarm systems throughout New Jersey. The company is led by owner Fred Rosenfeld, who entered the security industry through the family business...
The visibility advantage
October 7, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
In the security industry, competitive advantages are often discussed in terms of technology, service capabilities or expertise.
But according to new research from Swell Marketing Agency, the in-house marketing agency of PSA Network, one of the biggest advantages available to integrators today may be something far simpler: visibility.
The firm's latest report, "2026 Security Marketing Trends," arrives at an interesting moment. On one hand, the physical security...
COPS Monitoring promotes Dream Rovira to site manager of Florida operations
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
WILLIAMSTOWN, N.J.—COPS Monitoring has promoted Dream Rovira to site manager of Florida operations, elevating a company veteran who began her career as a dispatcher and most recently served in a leadership role at the company’s Lewisville, Texas, monitoring center.
In her new role, she will oversee staffing, training, employee development, service quality and overall operational performance at the monitoring center. According to the company, she played a key role in helping re-establish...
Fortinet, Aramco partner on industrial cybersecurity initiatives in Saudi Arabia
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia—Fortinet and Aramco have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening industrial cybersecurity and supporting the development of secure operational technology (OT) environments across Saudi Arabia.
Under the proposed collaboration, the companies will explore opportunities in cybersecurity research and development, including the exchange of knowledge, best practices and technologies to address emerging threats. The agreement also includes plans to...
BAYCOM celebrates 70 years serving public safety agencies
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
GREEN BAY, Wis.—BAYCOM, a provider of public safety communications, security and technology solutions, is celebrating its 70th anniversary, marking seven decades of supporting first responders, government agencies and commercial customers across the Midwest.
Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., BAYCOM has grown into a 100% employee-owned company with approximately 100 employees and locations throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota and Illinois. Over the last five years, the company...
uRISQ launches cybersecurity awareness campaign aimed at SMBs
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
JENSEN BEACH, Fla.—uRISQ is marking Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a new educational initiative designed to help small and medium-sized businesses better understand and address cybersecurity risks.
The month-long campaign includes a series of articles, practical guidance and a new video demonstration focused on helping businesses recognize common threats and adopt stronger security practices.
According to the company, the content will cover topics including the human element of cybersecurity,...
Z-Wave Alliance highlights smart fire safety solutions during Fire Prevention Week
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
SAN RAMON, Calif.—The Z-Wave Alliance is spotlighting a range of Z-Wave Certified fire safety products in recognition of Fire Prevention Week 2026, which runs under the National Fire Protection Association’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”
The organization said the initiative comes as homeowners increasingly look to connected technologies to help reduce fire risks and improve emergency response. According to the Federal Emergency Management...