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Mark Pekovitch in at ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions as Product Manager

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Mark Pekovitch in at ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions as product manager

May 26, 2023SSN Staff

IRVING, Texas – Global access control solutions provider ASSA ABLOY announced that Mark Pekovitch has been named the ALWIN and Alkey solutions product manager for ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions – Critical Infrastructure (AAGS-CI). The company said that Pekovitch has spent the last 18 years bringing “best-in-class” products and services to the access hardware industry. Pekovitch will work from the Chicago area and report to managing director Jerry Burhans....

access control, ALCEA, Assa Abloy, ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions – Critical Infrastructure (AAGS-CI), critical infrastructure, Jerry Burhans, Mark Pekovitch, Security


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Monitoring Matters

Noblesse Not Obliged

May 24, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor

I cannot pretend that I ever thought I would be writing a security blog corresponding to the British royal family's drama, but I can’t say my life is dull either. That’s right, the latest this week is regarding Prince Harry’s failed legal challenge to request police protection during visits to Britain. In fairness he did offer to pay out of pocket for the expenses for what that’s worth, but it turns out the British Home Office takes offense at private (non-royal) citizens...

British Home Office, guard services, Prince Harry, royal family, Security


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ASSA ABLOY launches next-gen exit devices

May 23, 2023SSN Staff

NEW HAVEN, CT – ASSA ABLOY has just announced the launch of two next-generation exit devices, the PE80 Series and the PED4000/PED5000 Series. These devices come courtesy of SARGENT and Corbin Russwin whom ASSA ABLOY identified as long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market and contain industry-first features designed to provide enhanced safety, security, and convenience. The company wrote that SARGENT’s PE80 and Corbin Russwin’s PED4000/PED5000 have been designed...

Assa Abloy, Bill Grambo, Corbin Russwin, exit device, SARGENT, Security


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HID introduces Technology Partner Program for mobile solutions

May 23, 2023SSN Staff

AUSTIN, Texas – Identity solutions provider HID Global has announced the release of its HID Origo Technology Partner Program with a focus on mobile technologies. HID said the program was designed in response to an evolving security landscape, growing regulatory demands, and mounting privacy concerns. The program is designed to provide technology partners with the tools they need to innovate and grow market share. “When HID Mobile Access was introduced more than a decade ago, smartphones...

HID Global, Identity solutions, mobile, Sanjit Bardhan, Security


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i-PRO introduces FlexPay Financing

May 22, 2023SSN Staff

ROLLING MEADOWS, IL – i-PRO, a provider of professional security, surveillance, and public safety solutions announced the introduction of i-PRO FlexPay Financing which offers users a path to reduced debt and ownership. i-PRO FlexPay Financing promises to assist organizations of any size stay current with security technology while staying on budget. It offers flexible options, enabling its customers to choose from a variety of 3rd party software, hardware, and services as a bundle. “New...

Bill Brennan, distribution, i-PRO, integration, public safety, Security, surveillance


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SIA recognizes pair for Excellence in Government Service Award

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SIA recognizes pair for Excellence in Government Service Award

May 18, 2023SSN Staff

SILVER SPRINGS, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) presented Paul Anstine and Scott Shellenberger with the award for Excellence in Government Service during the 2023 SIA GovSummit. Anstine is the majority staff director for the House of Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Shellenberger is the state’s attorney for Baltimore County, Maryland. The award they received honors public servants that SIA said have demonstrated extensive leadership...

Don Erickson, life safety, Paul Anstine, Scott Shellenberger, Security, SIA GovSummit, The Security Industry Association (SIA)


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TechLogix launches new networking solutions

May 18, 2023SSN Staff

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. – Audio-visual, security, and data communications solutions company TechLogix have announced the launch of several new networking devices. These new products include 10G media converters, media converter rack mounting trays, and network switches. “TechLogix provides both 1G and 10G configurations, network switches, and media converter rack mounting trays to fit any need and installation,” said Cameron Smith, NSI V.P. “We are excited to exhibit our latest...

Cameron Smith, data communications, networking, Security, TechLogix


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Fingerprint Pro now available on Auth0 Marketplace

May 17, 2023SSN Staff

CHICAGO – Device identifier company Fingerprint announced today the availability of their product, Fingerprint Pro, on the Auth0 Marketplace. The marketplace is a catalog of trusted technology integrations to extend the functionality of Okta Customer Identity Cloud, powered by Auth0. Fingerprint said that this partnership will improve user experience while enhancing security and reducing fraud. Together they’ll allow businesses to authenticate users in real-time through the integration...

Auth0, Cassio Sampaio, Dan Pinto, deviceID, Fingerprint, identity and access management (IAM) platform, Okta, Security


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Doyle Security Systems acquires AMS Security Plus

May 17, 2023SSN Staff

ROCHESTER, NY – Doyle Security Systems, a residential and commercial security, fire and medical monitoring systems provider has announced its acquisition of AMS Security Plus, an Albany based private company. Post acquisition all of AMS’ accounts will be monitored by Doyle Security’s Emergency Response Center. AMS CEO Don Simpson will continue to work with Doyle and AMS Security customers for at least one year. Regarding the merger, Doyle Security President and Chief Executive...

Austin Security, commercial, Don Simpson, Doyle Security Systems, Hart Alarm, John G. Doyle Jr., medical monitoring, Residential, Security, STAT Communications


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Silmar Electronics celebrating 60th anniversary

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Silmar Electronics celebrating 60th anniversary

May 11, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor

MIAMI – Silmar Electronics, Inc., a Florida-based wholesale distributor of low voltage security products with nine locations, is celebrating its 60th anniversary. The origins of the company date back to 1960, when founder Jorge Smith Sr. and his family emigrated from Cuba, arriving in Miami. Smith was an electrical engineer by trade and in 1963 started Silmar Electronics. His primary focus upon establishing the company was the manufacturer of eavesdropping devices, with the...

access control, CCTV, fire alarm, home automation, Jorge Smith Jr., Jorge Smith Sr., manufacturing, Security, security products, Silmar Electronics, Inc., wholesale distributor


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