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TMA Seeks Participation for Newly Proposed ANSI Standard

TMA-ATN-01 will develop an efficient means for monitoring centers to provide responding authorities with information that assists with an efficient and safe response to active threat incidents.




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TMA Names Committee Co-Chairs for New Active Threat Standard

The TMA-ATN-01 standard will develop an efficient means for the monitoring center to provide responding authorities with information that assists with an efficient and safe response.




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Genetec Becomes an Authorized CVE Numbering Authority

The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Program has authorized Genetec as a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA) .




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System Surveyor Announces SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance Achievement

Established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the SOC 2 Type 1 audit and examination ensures the personal assets of their potential and existing customers are protected to build trust and confidence.




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2023 Guide to Fire Alarm Detectors & Initiating Devices

A fire alarm system is a crucial part of a building’s overall fire protection and life safety strategy. The main is a crucial part of a building’s overall fire protection and life safety strategy.




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New 'Cyber Trust Mark' Label to Promote Secure Smart Devices

The Biden administration’s new Energy Star-like labels are intended to make it easier for consumers to purchase secure IoT gear and help ward off cyberattacks.




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ONVIF Announces Draft Add-on for Secure Communications

The TLS Configuration (release candidate) is the first in a new category of add-ons, which are specifications that extend ONVIF conformance to product features that address a specific use case or end-user need.




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Genetec Receives SAFETY Act Certification Renewal From DHS

The purpose of the SAFETY Act is to ensure that the threat of liability does not deter potential manufacturers or sellers of effective anti-terrorism technologies from developing and commercializing technologies that could save lives.





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Uncle Sam Wants to Standardize Cyber Requirements for Federal Contractors

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council has proposed two rules which would require federal contractors to report security incidents and standardize cybersecurity requirements for unclassified Federal Information Systems (FIS).




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Hikvision Firearm Dealer Solution Facilitates Compliance With New California Surveillance Mandate

From large storage capacity network video recorders (NVRs) with high capacity RAID backup recording to video security cameras with built-in audio, Hikvision technology meets these stringent compliance mandates at competitive price points.




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ASIS Standard Sets New Benchmark for Cannabis Security Measures

The ANSI-approved standard aligns with the enterprise security risk management (ESRM) approach, serving as a tool to safeguard cannabis organizations and their assets by taking a holistic perspective.




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An Insider's Look at Fire Codes

A guide to the latest NFPA code updates for security dealers and integrators.




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Z-Wave Alliance Announces Support & Compliance for U.S. Cyber Trust Mark

Z-Wave said certification is paramount when it comes to the future of connected IoT devices.




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ONVIF Introduces New Working Groups for Cloud, Metadata & Audio

ONVIF working groups are subsets of the ONVIF Technical Committee and Technical Services Committee, and any ONVIF member company at the full or contributing membership level is encouraged to participate in this work. 




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Open Standards: The Key to Robust, Flexible & Future-Ready Security Systems

In recent years, open standards have been instrumental in helping manufacturers innovate, reduce costs and improve quality in a highly competitive international marketplace.




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ONVIF Announces 30,000+ Products Meet Interoperability Requirements

This new milestone means that the number of ONVIF conformant, interoperable products has doubled in the last three years and tripled since 2018.




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Axis Cloud Connect & AXIS Device Manager Extend Receive SOC 2 Attestation

The System and Organization Controls (SOC 2) Type 1 report highlights Axis Communication’s efforts to protect customer and partner data with robust cloud security measures.




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Dahua Technology Achieves Multiple International Cybersecurity Certifications

Dahua Technology has received the Common Criteria (ISO/IEC 15048) EAL 3+ certificate, along with ISO/IEC 27001 for Information Security Management System, ISO/IEC 27701 for Privacy Information Management System, and CSA STAR certifications. 




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BLOG: Do You Know the 5 Hidden Ways to Go Green With Video Surveillance?

Is the physical security industry doing its part to reduce our environmental impact on the world? Being green is all about using fewer raw materials and expending less energy.




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BLOG: Going Green with HID Global

Corporate America has entered an age when corporate social responsibility is more than just an altruistic pursuit. Companies of all sizes, in all industries, are feeling pressure to save money and simultaneously meet the growing demand for environmental responsibility and accountability.




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The Electric Guard Dog: The Dividends of Solar-Powered Security

The Electric Guard Dog, Columbia, S.C., is a pioneer in renewable energy for the security industry. The company's founder, Bill Mullis, developed and patented the flagship product that utilizes solar power more than 20 years ago.




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Start Simply When Entering the Sustainability Market

As energy costs continue to rise, consumers are becoming more and more interested in ways to reduce and monitor their energy consumption. This trend presents an enormous opportunity for technology professionals who are already working in the home.




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Home Energy Management: It’s All About The Platform

For consumers, the market for home energy management technology and products has, all at once, become highly frenzied yet tremendously exciting. From sleek, standalone ‘smart thermostats’ to solutions tightly integrated with the security system to new broadband-based home energy offerings from large cable and telco providers, consumers must not only decide which tool fits with their particular lifestyle, but which underlying platform offers the most stability and value.




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The Secure, Green Building Has Arrived

For convenience, cost and efficiency, building managers are looking for a single point of control for all systems that make up the security and building automation functions. The secure, “green” building has arrived.




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The ‘Green’ Pillar of Sustainability

‘Green’ is more than a word. It is good business. It is a journey. It is also one of three pillars of sustainability. Using the words “green” and “sustainability” is not a case of “You say ‘po-tay-toe,’ I say ‘po-tah-toe.’” Although the two terms are intricately related, they are not interchangeable.




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Electronic Contracts: Legally ‘Going Green’

There are a variety of ways for an alarm company to spread its green footprint. One of the most commonly discussed and easily considered areas of going green is the reduction of the use of paper.




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SIA Recognizes Green Solutions

The Security Industry Association’s (SIA) New Product Showcase (NPS) is the premier awards-based marketing program in the security industry. It has been in existence since 1979. Each year at ISC West, the NPS program recognizes outstanding contributions to the protection of life and property in residential, commercial and institutional settings. Judging panels composed of industry experts select winners in various categories. The most coveted awards are the Judges’ Choice Award and the Best New Product Award.




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Panasonic Finds Treasure in Recycling

As a manufacturer headquartered in an island nation, Panasonic is keenly aware of the burden that is placed on the environment and the responsibility that every individual and corporation must assume in stewarding its health and preservation.




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Turning the Surveillance Industry Green For Earth Day

As members of the security industry, there are many little things we can do to help lighten our footprint and become more eco-friendly.




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Sustainable Solar Savings

As the chief financial officer at Electric Guard Dog, a company that has been one of the original pioneers in renewable energy for the security industry, I’ve studied our system for the cost/benefit ratio of our investment in solar power in detail.




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Expand Your Offerings: Technology Meets Energy Management

Technology has come a long way from the early days of home automation 25+ years ago. Back then people were no different than they are today; eager to go with a new idea that will save money.




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‘Embedding sun safety’: Guide aimed at protecting outdoor workers

Toronto — Involving sun-exposed workers in daily job planning and decision-making about personal protective equipment can aid the implementation of a workplace sun safety program, researchers say.




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Welding jacket

The Stretch-Back FR Cotton Welding Jacket (JF1625-NG) offers all the protection of a standard welding jacket with the added comfort of a flame-resistant cotton stretch knit back panel.




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FR Hawaiian shirts

Aloha Friday is a single-layer, arc level/HRC 2-rated long-sleeve Hawaiian shirt.




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Protective clothing




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Heavyweight zip-front FR sweatshirt

This Heavyweight Pullover FR Sweatshirt is available in navy and gray, and in zip-front and crew neck styles.




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Work shirt

The Versa Long Sleeve Henley (J06MT) is constructed with lightweight, 100 percent FR cotton. High-stress areas such as side seams and shoulders are cover-stitched in contrasting thread for extra durability and a touch of style.




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Flame-resistant workwear

The VolCore line of flame-resistant workwear helps protect workers from short-term thermal hazards, including arc flash and flash fire.




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High-visibility vest

VS272P/VS273P Surveyor Vests offer ANSI/ISEA Type R, Class 2 performance. Constructed of lime or orange polyester mesh, the vests zip closed for easy on-and-off.




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Protective jacket

The Elements Lightning Jacket, made from DragonWear’s proprietary, inherent tri-blend FR fabric in high-visibility orange, features durable IronShield FR fabric to repel wind, rain and sleet.




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High-visibility workwear

The RPB36 Series line of high-visibility workwear features a weatherproof ripstop lining that is Teflon-treated for additional durability.




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High-visibility shirts

Tingley recently added four new styles to its T-shirt offerings.




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Protective coveralls

MicroMax VP Coveralls are specifically designed for protection against bloodborne pathogens and viral exposures.




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Flame-resistant protective clothing

The Mid-Weight “Peak” Series features the industry’s only waffle-cut design and inherent, dual-certified (Cat 2), moisture-wicking technology that dries quicker than other fabrics.




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Protective clothing

The Iron Eagle line of safety apparel has been expanded.




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High-visibility protective sleeve

The ProFlex 7941 Hi-Vis Cut-Resistant Protective Arm Sleeve offers Cut Level 4 protection with a breathable, moisture-wicking material.




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High-visibility rain jacket

This High-Visibility Rain Jacket (RRWJ31 Series) is designed for wet conditions and rated for ANSI Type R Class 3.




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Enhanced visibility pink safety vest

The GLO-0066 FrogWear HV Enhanced Visibility Pink Surveyors Safety Vest is made of a breathable mesh material and features silver reflective material for low-light visibility, as well as contrasting black stripes.




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Self-extinguishing coverall

The FrogWear Premium Self- Extinguishing Coverall with Hood is designed for workers who need a secondary protective layer over their primary flame-resistant garments.




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Women’s V-neck long-sleeved shirt

The Women’s Versa V-Neck Long Sleeve Shirt combines arc-flash and flash-fire protection with comfort, fit and style. Constructed from a 6.8-ounce flame-resistant cotton and spandex blend, the shirt provides flexibility and a wide range of motion while wicking away moisture.