AlarMax’s new e-commerce platform offers security dealers and integrators a personalized, efficient tool to streamline their operations and enhance customer service.

Kevin Waters, an executive leadership consultant, helps executive and sales teams realign their focus and drive meaningful results. His TMA OPSTech keynote will be Nov. 11, 9 a.m. EST.

Brivo and Eye Eye believe that in the near future, security integrators will no longer be selling a video management system (VMS). Instead, they will be selling a smart video system where potential problems are detected and resolved automatically.

At its three mixed-used Ottawa properties housing 600+ residential units, 10 ground-floor retail units and 149,000 square feet of office space, the company required a solution to centralize security operations, effectively monitoring public spaces, while also ensuring the privacy of tenants in their individual spaces.

Experts weigh in on the importance of training, code compliance and accuracy of part numbers in security locks and door hardware.

Based in Flemington, N.J., SDG provides businesses 24/7 surveillance of safety, burglary and fire threats to help aid emergency response, limit property damage and protect lives.

The acquisition of Vortex Security is said to increase Guardian Protection’s customer base primarily in its central Florida footprint.

Absolute Systems of Kansas City has acquired Eclipse Integration, expanding its commercial security solutions and presence in the metropolitan market.

Artificial intelligence is here to stay, and security integrators are seeing real benefits for themselves and their customers.

Find out how security integrators are addressing the rapid adoption of AI technologies, overcoming cost challenges, implementing advanced solutions for clients, and improving internal business efficiency with AI.

Investing in security entrances is crucial for physical security, but ongoing service and maintenance are essential for long-term performance, security, and compliance.

Better Protection’s acquisition of DFS Fire Systems bolsters its national presence and enhances its fire protection services across the Southwest.

The group’s safety initiative is dedicated to changing these statistics by providing parents and guardians with a tool they can use to help protect their children.

Highlights from this week's Security News Round-Up.

Advanced Signal Corp. has moved to a newly renovated facility in Weymouth, improving its operational efficiency and service capabilities.

Everon has been honored with the 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion Award for its exceptional efforts in recruiting, hiring, and retaining military veterans.

TMA honored Sascha Kylau, vice president of sales at OneTel Security, for his exceptional long-term leadership and contributions to the industry.

Pimloc, an AI video privacy and redaction company, helps organizations balance privacy and security by providing advanced solutions for responsibly managing video data.

Find out how security integrators are addressing the rapid adoption of AI technologies, overcoming cost challenges, implementing advanced solutions for clients, and improving internal business efficiency with AI.

According to Actuate, Francis’ technical acumen and deep industry insight position him uniquely to expand the company’s network of resellers and technical partnerships, solidifying relationships with channel partners that are eager for the company’s solutions.

Produced with assistance from PSA, SIA’s guide offers insights and resources for pursuing a rewarding career in the security industry.

The acquisition will establish First Coast Security (FCS) as the North American corporate security business unit of ICTS Europe.

With the purchase of Sonitrol New England, Pye-Barker gains branches in Connecticut and Rhode Island, enhancing its fire and security services for commercial clients across the Northeast.

To help patients successfully complete their treatment and live better lives, it's important for providers to specify an ergonomic, patient-friendly flooring solution that strikes a balance between force reduction and energy restitution.

The Mycelium Collection features SRP TPU flooring technology, which transforms waste plastic bottles into circular flooring. 

The new ECOsurfaces Desert & River commercial flooring line from Ecore, a company that transforms reclaimed materials into high-performance products that make people’s lives better, offers the architect and design community an innovative solution that fuses aesthetics and sustainability with ergonomics, acoustics and safety.

Three sports flooring providers have merged to create the Icon Group, a construction group that specializes in flooring and lockers for athletic facilities and surfaces for equine and other animal applications. 

Ecore International has been upcycling rubber into high-performance surfaces for over 40 years. The firm announces the launch of its TRUcircularity program, which aims to eliminate rubber waste by recycling and reimagining every end-of-life rubber floor. 

Discover the essential elements of electrostatic discharge (ESD) flooring and gain insights into achieving optimal ESD protection and mitigation. In this article, we debunk common misconceptions, explore the significance of resistance levels, and shed light on the latest material advancements that address industry challenges.

Villa will manage Chilewich Contract and design solutions, which includes installed flooring products, rugs, wall textiles, upholstery fabric, and window coverings for applications ranging from healthcare and corporate to hospitality and multifamily.

Choose from two tile, two tread and two wall base selections—each available in eight coordinated colorways.

Through this partnership, Shaw Sports Turf will showcase its innovative, differentiated products throughout the event spaces leading up to the 2024 national championship game, slated for January 8, 2023, at Houston’s NRG Stadium.

Sherwin-Williams High Performance Flooring introduced SofTop Comfort flooring systems, an addition to its seamless resinous flooring collection.

With this sponsorship, Shaw Floors’ Pet Perfect innovations and branding will be featured throughout the “Pet Perfect Puppies at the Playoff” activation within Playoff Fan Central. 

Regupol, a manufacturer of recycled rubber surfaces for sports and fitness and acoustic insulation, introduced Regupol Upscale. It is a collection of recycled rubber tiles and planks for commercial installations.

Gerflor, a global leader in designing and manufacturing specialized resilient flooring for sport, commercial, transport, and residential environments, is unveiling two new lines of Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) manufactured in the USA for healthcare and the education segments.

In addition to typical rubber sports flooring, wood-look rubber flooring fulfills a variety of fitness facility needs such as basketball courts, group fitness spaces and functional training areas.

Shaw Industries has completed the installation of a half-acre solar array at its carpet tile manufacturing and recycling facility in Adairsville, Georgia.

Designed from customer feedback and tailored specifically for light strength and conditioning workouts, Performance Motivate Plus complements Ecore’s Performance Beast flooring, which excels in handling heavier weights.

When the static electricity in a medical office, examination room or lab is under control, it helps reduce the risks of shocks to personnel, disruption of data, malfunction of sensitive equipment, igniting flammables, and reducing contamination due to electrostatic attraction.

PPG has signed a strategic agreement with flooring leader Shaw Industries Group, Inc. to offer the PPG Flooring line of resinous flooring products. The products will be available to Shaw’s customers in the commercial property market via its Patcraft brand. 

Mohawk's Performance Accessories showcased its commitment to the installation community as a platinum sponsor of the 2024 CFI and FCICA Convention and Trade Show. Held October 1-3 at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida.

The SmartLoad FramePro 751XP clipped head framing nailer, SmartLoad FramePro 752XP full round head framing nailer, and SmartLoad SCN65XP coil nailer mount easily to most popular bridge systems, providing dependable fastening performance for machine- driven, high-volume assembly of walls, floors, roofs and other wood construction.

The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF), in partnership with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Innovation Center, Drake State Community College, and the Industry Task Force, announced the completion of its first pilot cohort for the Flooring Installation Technicians course.

Mark Bischoff, president and CEO of Starnet, shares his perspective on how its flooring contractor member companies have built infrastructures for growth and longevity.

Infinity Drain identifies emerging bathroom trends of 2025.

CalFlor’s new BlueZone Perimeter Sealant Tape removes the pain of messy, outdated methods for sealing the perimeter of a floor after installation.

Oatey Perfect Slope installs a perfect tile shower pre-slope that ensures half the mortar and half the time required.

Sika will showcase its comprehensive grout solutions at Total Solutions Plus 2024. Visitors to Booth 518 will be able to see firsthand how the SikaTile solutions are designed to eliminate unwanted jobsite callbacks.  

The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) is constantly working with industry leaders to maintain information and training about safety practices and updates on safety equipment on construction sites. Here, they share more about their practices to keep you safe on the jobsite.