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What’s an ‘SFP’ & Why Do we Care?

Security dealers should know what an SFP is and how it impacts their jobs.




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What to Understand About Wi-Fi 6 Upgrades

Wi-Fi 6, aka 802.11ax, brings faster throughput speeds and less bandwidth congestion than previous iterations of the technology. 




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Critical Need to Shore Up ID Theft Threats

When criminals gain access to your personally identifiable information, they can do serious damage to your career, reputation, credit history — and worse.




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Welcome to the Jungle & Our Vital Industry

In this blast from the past, Dave Engebretson revisits a column from November 2014. 




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3D Audio Makes Its Debut

In this blast from the past, Dave Engebretson revisits a column from December 2014 on 3D Audio




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How POE+ Switch Can Make Outdoor Cameras Easy & Quick to Install

One of the realities of living in rural Michigan is that AC power outages happen — and you best be prepared for the potential consequences. 




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No, No, a Thousand Times No!

Treat your existing customers  with the respect they deserve and give them the breaks, discounts, or other goodies you offer or you may well see them head on down the road.  




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One Device, Multiple Uses

Here’s an incredibly powerful tester for coax, Category cables and with one additional device and some Norwegian engineering.




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Disposable respirator

The Precision Safety IR1970P95 Respirator is NIOSH 42 CFR-approved and filters at least 95 percent of airborne particles. It protects against certain oil- and non-oil-based particles while providing relief from acid gas and organic vapors.




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Powered air-purifying respirator

The EVAHL Powered Air-Purifying Respirator is NIOSH-approved and certified by CSA International for hazardous locations Class I, Division 2, groups A, B, C and D T6; Class II, Division 2 Groups F and G; and Class III.




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Disposable supplied-air respirator hoods

This line of fully disposable supplied-air respirator hoods (Shown: The Maintenance-Free Tyvek Hood) are designed with the breathing down tube and head suspension completely integrated so the hood is constructed into a one-piece assembly.




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Supplied-air respirator

The NIOSH-approved Low Pressure Full Mask Supplied-Air Respirator is made of silicone rubber for durability and holds its shape even in extreme heat or cold.




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Powered air-purifying respirator

The e3000 NIOSH-approved powered air-purifying respirator optimizes welder uptime while minimizing distractions.




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Escape hoods

PARAT NG Escape hoods protect users from toxic industrial and fire-related gases, vapors and particles for at least 15 minutes.




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Powered air-purifying respirator

The Magnum 3000 NIOSH-approved powered air-purifying respirator system for dust particulates includes a power unit, battery pack, charger, comfort belt and lightweight concept helmet.




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High-altitude respirator

The Adflo Turbo Assembly Respirator with High-Altitude Upgrade provides continuous filtered air to welders working at altitudes up to 10,000 feet.




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Welding helmet

The VIKING PAPR 3350 Welding Helmet is a complete powered system. It draws air from the environment through a HEPA filter located on the belt, and delivers filtered air in the breathing zone within a premium-level VIKING auto-darkening welding helmet.




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Ductless fume hoods

PURAIR 5 Ductless Fume Hoods exceed OSHA, ANSI and all relevant international standards.




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Powered air-purifying respirator

The Versaflo Powered Air-Purifying Respirator TR-600 provides durable protection for employees, even in harsh environments.




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Disposable respirator

The N95 Disposable Respirator with nuisance Level OV Relief (part #267335) features a flame-retardant outer layer and an ergonomic design that allows the user to feel more comfortable and less constricted without compromising the efficiency and effectiveness of the mask.




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Self-contained breathing apparatus

The MSA G1 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus offers integrated and enhanced solutions to exceed users’ needs today as well as years into the future.




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Disposable particulate respirator

The PeakFit Disposable N95 Particulate Respirator is exceptionally comfortable for workers required to wear respiratory protection.




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Respirator cartridge line

3M has launched a line of organic vapor respirator cartridges with 3M Service Life Indicator technology.




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Air shield and welding helmet

The Allegro Deluxe Supplied Air Shield and Welding Helmet (Blue) is a cost-effective system used by workers at foundries, aluminum plants, mines, chemical plants, refineries, auto manufacturers, and fabricators.




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Ductless filtration system

The Vent-Box Ductless Filtration System is designed to protect laboratory personnel from chemical vapors found inside stand-alone chemical safety cabinets.




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SCBA system for recharging cylinders

The G1 SCBA Remote-Mounted Quick-Fill System is the only front-mounted NIOSH-approved and NFPA-compliant system for recharging cylinders.




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Ductless fume hood

The Purair Advanced P20 Ductless Fume Hood is designed to provide protection when hazardous substances are used.




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Dust collection cart

The Dust Collection Cart meets all engineering and control methods outlined in the OSHA Table 1 requirements for crystalline silica exposure.




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Disposable respirator

R95 TruAir NIOSH-approved Disposable Respirators filter at least 95 percent of particulate aerosols below the permissible exposure limit.




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Personal motorized air purification mask

The AireHaven 1000 is a personal motorized air purification mask with a built-in two-speed fan and three-stage filter that provides a continuous flow of fresh, filtered air and removes harmful particulates, carcinogens, dust, smoke and other dangerous pollutants.




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Expanded line of respirators




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NIOSH-approved respirators

These two NIOSH-approved respirators are a light, compact solution for health care workers.




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Powered air-purifying respirator

The Allegro EZ AIR Flex Shield PAPR is a complete particulate system intended for applications requiring combined respiratory, eye and face protection.




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Industrial vacuum

Powered by compressed air, PulseAir industrial vacuums/dust extractors use a proprietary button-activated system engineered to clean the vacuum filter without opening the unit.




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Respirator hood

Sightline is a respirator hood for the life sciences industry that offers 320 degrees of uninterrupted viewing through a large, seamless, wraparound lens.




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NIOSH webinar to discuss aging workforce

Washington – The next webinar in NIOSH’s Total Worker Health series will provide an “overview of theory, research data, obstacles and potential solutions for addressing the challenges and opportunities posed by an aging workforce.”




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Older workers’ stress levels higher when support, resources are lacking: study

Portland, OR — Older workers feel more stress than their younger colleagues when employers don’t provide the support and resources necessary for employees to do their jobs well, results of a recent study from Portland State University suggest.




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Older workers’ health: Finding the right job fit matters, researchers say

Houston — For older workers, the right job fit can benefit overall health and well-being, while a poor fit is more likely to push them into retirement, according to researchers from Rice University and Colorado State University.




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Show compassion, provide stability, share hope: Total Worker Health experts talk return-to-work planning

Washington — The director of NIOSH’s Office for Total Worker Health says employers should think about the physical and mental health needs of their employees returning to the job amid the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Study links physical stress on the job to cognitive decline, memory loss later in life

Fort Collins, CO — Physically demanding work may lead to poor memory and faster aging of the brain among older adults, results of a recent study led by researchers from Colorado State University show.




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Focus on individual workers rather than generational stereotypes, management experts say

Washington — Instead of relying on generational labels such as “millennial” and “baby boomer” to help inform workforce management decisions – including those related to safety and communication – employers and managers should focus on workers’ individual situations and needs, concludes a recently published report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.




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On-the-job injuries: Report identifies two vulnerable worker groups

Hartford, CT — Employers need to pay close attention to new and aging employees to help prevent workplace injuries, according to a report from insurance provider The Travelers Cos.




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How does physical mobility affect working years and income?

Bethesda, MD — Better physical mobility can lead not only to longer working years but also to higher income, results of a recent study led by National Institutes of Health researchers show.




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Early menopause can push women out of the workforce: study

Oulu, Finland — Premature menopause can limit how long women stay in the workforce, results of a recent study by Finnish researchers shows.




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Never Underestimate the Power of the Basics

The Marketing Madmen explain that getting back to basics can immensely help your security company’s marketing strategy.




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How to Tap Marketing Development Dollars With Tech Partners

Learn how manufacturers and other vendors can provide value to your business beyond that of hardware and services. 




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How Power Words Can Ignite Your Marketing

When used correctly, power words can generate interest and increase conversion from your marketing collateral. 




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How Security Dealers Can Get in on Holiday Shopping Mania

Offering Black Friday and holiday season shopping deals aren’t just for the retail industry. Security dealers can get in on the action too. 




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Storytelling in the Security Industry

As a security industry marketing company, we utilize many digital marketing strategies to get our clients in front of their potential customers




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A Short Primer on Super-Short Marketing Videos

Security dealers can create video content that represents the brand, creates brand recognition and generates interest in mere seconds.