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AlarMax Launches E-Commerce Platform to Enhance Customer Experience

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




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TMA OPSTech Keynote to Explore Boosting Job Satisfaction & Productivity

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.




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Real Stories, Real Solutions: A 2024 Cloud Security Summit Recap

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.




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Verkada’s Cloud-Based Solutions Simplify Real Estate Management for Colonnade BridgePort

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.




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The Nuts & Bolts of Door Hardware

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




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Pye-Barker Grows Tri-State Reach With Acquisition of Systems Design Group

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.




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Guardian Protection Expands Central Florida Presence With Vortex Security Buy

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




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Absolute Systems Strengthens Kansas City Foothold With Eclipse Integration Buy

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




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The Impact of AI

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




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How Integrators Are Navigating the Next Era of AI-Enabled Security

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.




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Maximize Security Entrances With Essential Service & Maintenance

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




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Better Protection Boosts National Presence With DFS Fire Systems Buy

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




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Elite Interactive Supports Child ID Kit Program

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.





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Security News Round-Up 11/06/2024

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




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Advanced Signal Corp. Moves to New HQ, Enhancing Growth & Stability

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





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Everon Honored With 2024 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award by U.S. Department of Labor

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




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TMA Bestows 2024 Stanley C. Lott Memorial Award to Sascha Kylau

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




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How Pimloc Aims to Balance Privacy & Security With AI-Driven Platform

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




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How Integrators Are Navigating the Next Era of AI-Enabled Security

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.




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Actuate Welcomes Ken Francis as CEO

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.




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SIA Launches Comprehensive Guide to Careers in Security Industry

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




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First Coast Security Acquired by ICTS Europe

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




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Pye-Barker Acquires Sonitrol New England, Marks First Rhode Island Location

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.




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Choosing the Right Flooring for Physical Therapy Practices

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.




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HMTX Mycelium Collection Wins Sustainability Award at NeoCon

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






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ECOsurfaces Introduces New Sustainable Desert & River Flooring Line

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.




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Three Athletic Flooring Firms Merge as Icon Group

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. 





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Ecore’s New Rubber Recycling Program Helps Customers Achieve Circularity

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. 




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Overcoming ESD-Control Flooring Challenges: A Comprehensive Guide to ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021

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.




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Chilewich Names Melissa Villa Senior Vice President of Contract Sales

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.




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Flexco Offers Xpress Ship on Select Products

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




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Shaw Sports Turf Named Official Synthetic Turf Provider of the College Football Playoff

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.




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SofTop Comfort by Sherwin-Williams Wins 2023 Top Flooring Products: Specialty Flooring

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




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Shaw Floors to Sponsor 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship

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. 




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Regupol Introduces New Collection of Recycled Rubber Tiles and Planks

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.




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Gerflor Introduces Two Lines of USA-Manufactured LVT

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.




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Wood-Look Sports Flooring Embodies Performance and Ease of Maintenance

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.




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Shaw Industries Adds Solar Tech to Georgia Facility

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




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Ecore Debuts Rubber Flooring for Light Strength and Conditioning Workouts

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.




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The Case for Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Flooring in Healthcare Facilities

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.




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PPG and Shaw Industries Sign Strategic Agreement for Resinous Flooring Products

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. 




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Mohawk's Performance Accessories Wins 'Steadfast Supporter Award' at 2024 Flooring Convention

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.




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Senco Launches Line of Nailers, Triggers and Fasteners for Floor, Wall and Roof Assembly

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.




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Five Graduate from Groundbreaking Alabama Flooring Installation Course at Drake State Community & Technical College

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.




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Building Durable Enterprises: The Starnet Formula for Flooring Industry Longevity

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





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Bathroom Trend Report: Infinity Drain's 2025 Forecast

Infinity Drain identifies emerging bathroom trends of 2025.




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CalFlor's BlueZone Perimeter Sealant Tape Protects Floors and Subfloors Against Spills, Saves Time

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




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Oatey Perfect Slope Ensures Correct Tile Shower Pre-Slope, Cuts Mortar and Installation Time in Half

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




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SikaTile Showcases Grout Solutions at Total Solutions Plus 2024

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.  





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Ensuring Safety in Floor Covering Installation

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.