Digital Monitoring Products Releases XV-24 with AlarmVision™️

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Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) announces the release of the XV-24 with AlarmVision™️. AlarmVision’s patent-pending technology seamlessly integrates cameras, analytics and the XR Series™ control panels in one platform to create a smart motion detector that triggers panel responses and alarms in real time.

According to Alee Rouhani, DMP’s Director of Marketing, “The XV-24 with AlarmVision not only detects important objects but can trigger an alarm or lights to help deter an intruder from entering a premises, potentially avoiding or limiting damage caused before a break-in occurs.

XV-24 with AlarmVision™ gives business owners peace of mind that their property is being actively monitored by adding real time analytic monitoring to existing and new video cameras. Features include:

  • Define where users want to detect activity within a camera’s field of view
  • Specify what activity users want to detect – person, vehicle and/or animal
  • Schedule when detection of that activity should trigger a response

“A key advantage to AlarmVision is how it can be used for false alarm reduction as it will simultaneously notify both the end user and monitoring center for verification when a defined event occurs,” stated Barrett Hillenburg, Product Manager of Software Applications for DMP.

DMPs Dealer Admin™ provides one interface to program cameras, analytics, and panel zones, while Virtual Keypad™ provides users with a single interface to monitor and manage their video activity.

For more information and full capabilities of the XV-24 with AlarmVision™️, visit https://www.dmp.com/products/video/alarmvision/xv-24alarmvision.

 

AlarMax Distributors Acquires 30+ Year Industry-Veteran Northern Sound & Light; a Supplier of Pro Audio, Lighting and Production Supplies

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AlarMax Distributors, Inc.is pleased to announce the acquisition of Northern Sound & Light, a Pittsburgh based national supplier of sound, lighting and production equipment to the industry’s top-leading professionals for use in concert venues, schools, houses of worship and live production houses. NSL is a factory-authorized reseller for over sixty industry-leading manufacturers and has the ability to service customers nationwide.

Northern Sound & Light, also known as NSL, has been in business over 30 years, under the ownership and direction of Steve Raslevich.  Northern is known for their deep industry roots, service awards, over a decade of live production service experience, and knowledge of the industry. NSL will maintain its own identity and business under the AlarMax financial umbrella.

Roger Graf, President of AlarMax stated, “We welcome NSL to the AlarMax family of companies and are pleased to be working with Steve on our shared vision of expanding Northern Sound & Light’s local presence across the country. Additionally, we look forward to expanded opportunities between our customer bases, with these increasingly converging technologies.”

Steve Raslevich, Managing Director of the “New” NSL, is excited for the continuation of the Northern Sound legacy and entrusts his customers and friends to take part in the increased inventory availability, additional product lines and expanded national distribution reach that the new partnership affords. AlarMax currently operates 25 distribution centers across the U.S. and plans to co-locate NSL locations within some existing AlarMax facilities, as well as coordinate its operations to provide optimal dealer service levels in new markets with stand-alone NSL storefronts.

NSL’s inventory and systems are currently in the process of being integrated into AlarMax and will resume full-scale operations soon.

For more information about AlarMax contact us at 412-921-8330 or visit us at AlarMax.com or AlarMaxAV.com

For more information about Northern Sound and Light contact us at (412) 331-1000 or visit us at northernsoundandlight.com

Wayne Alarm Systems Acquires Red Alert Alarm Systems

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Wayne Alarm Systems, Inc. announced that it has acquired Red Alert Alarm Systems of Topsfield, Mass.

The purchase further increases Wayne Alarm’s share in the greater Boston area as the company continues to grow and expand.

“The combination of Red Alert Alarm Systems with our company increases our market share, adds to our geographic presence, and provides our new clients with even greater access to new security technologies including video, access control, fire, intrusion, and managed services,” stated Ralph Wayne Sevinor, president of Wayne Alarm Systems.

Red Alert Alarm Systems was founded by David Martin and has focused on premier security services for more than 45 years. The company serves more than 700 customers in the Boston area. Wayne Alarm has provided Red Alert Alarm Systems with monitoring services since the company began.

Red Alert will continue to do business under the Wayne Alarm Systems name. Martin will assist with the transition of the company, as well as working as a part time sales consultant.

For more information visit www.waynealarm.com or call 781-595-0000.

Jewelers Mutual® Group Launches Safety and Security Academy

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Jewelers Mutual® Group, the insurance and business solutions provider dedicated to the jewelry industry since 1913, recently announced its collaboration with Jewelers’ Security Alliance (JSA) and UL Solutions to develop the Safety and Security Academy, a free online training program available for all jewelers and pawnbrokers in the U.S. and Canada, and their staff.

“Security is always a concern in the jewelry industry, and knowledge is power when it comes to jewelers’ safety,” said Mike Alexander, Chief Operating Officer at Jewelers Mutual. “With crime on the rise, it is more critical than ever to make security education a top priority. Our goal in introducing the Safety and Security Academy is to help our jewelers and pawnbrokers advance their knowledge and skills to keep themselves, their staff, and their businesses safe and secure.”

The Safety and Security Academy is powered by PureSafety On Demand by UL Solutions and consists of 16 courses containing content aligned with the JSA Manual of Jewelry Security. With a total 200 minutes of learning, the comprehensive e-learning program provides foundational education on security best practices. Coursework can be tailored to business and staff needs.

Lessons include learning how to:

  • Reduce the likelihood of criminal targeting
  • Decrease crime-related losses
  • Travel safely with valuable inventory
  • Stay safe during and following a criminal incident

“Complacency can be dangerous to jewelers and pawnbrokers, their staff, and their businesses. The Safety and Security Academy is intended for repeat use. We recommend that the coursework is used for new employee onboarding, monthly group training sessions, and ongoing staff refreshers to keep best practices top of mind,” said Alexander.

Jewelers and pawnbrokers interested in learning more and registering for the Safety and Security Academy can visit JewelersMutual.com/security-academy. The training is free-of-charge to everyone in the jewelry industry.

TMA Members Exhibit at ISC West, Las Vegas

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Attending ISC West this year? If so, check out the list if TMA members below who will be exhibiting. If you’re exhibiting and you’d like to share additional details, please email communications@tma.us.

ADT Commercial
Booth: 20007
Schedule a Meeting
Featured Workshop: Active Shooter and Stop the Bleed Workshop, March 28th at 1:00pm

Bosch
Booth: 11053
Visit the all-new Bosch booth at ISC West to experience Bosch’s latest offerings in intrusion detection and access control. For more information, visit the ISC West booth or www.boschbuildingtechnologies.com

ADI
Booth: 12043

AES Corporation
Booth: 6034

Affiliated Monitoring
Booth: 23051

Alarm.com
Booth: 16039

Alarm Monitoring Services
Booth: 1064

Altronix
Booth: 11073

Alula
Booth: 26109

AvantGuard Monitoring
Booth: 10109

Axis Communications
Booth: 14051

Bold Group
Booth: 20109

Brinks Home
Booth: 23045

Calipsa
Booth: 13062

COPS Monitoring
Booth: 17059

Digital Monitoring Products (DMP)
Booth: 23089

Edgeworth Security
Booth: 23003

Emergency24
Booth: 6039

Evolon Technology
Booth: 4050

Eyeforce, Inc.
Booth: 1102

Honeywell International
Booth: 8037

IronYun
Booth: 17121

Johnson Controls
Booth: 18033

Louroe Electronics
Booth: 8038

MicroKey Solutions
Booth: 23003

NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc.
Booth: 12031

OpenEye
Booth: 22031

Rapid Response Monitoring
Booth: 21089

Resideo
Booth: 10047

SD Marketing
Booth: 1104

Sonitrol
Booth: 22075

Speco Technologies
Booth: 20019

Telguard
Booth: 24101

USA Central Station Alarm Corp.
Booth: 8042

Jewelers Mutual® Group Celebrates 110 Years

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Jewelers Mutual® Group, the insurance and business solutions provider dedicated to the jewelry industry, is celebrating its 110th anniversary this month by reaffirming its commitment to the industry and its customers.

In 1913, a group of jewelers banded together because they couldn’t find insurance for their jewelry stores. Over the years, Jewelers Mutual continued to expand its protection offerings to include jewelry consumers, while bringing even more solutions to jewelers to help enable their growth. Today, the company continues to elevate the industry with programs that progressively move it forward. Jewelers Mutual’s recent establishment of the Jewelry Industry Council, the Conversations leadership event, and a multitude of innovative initiatives fuel new products and insurtech solutions to meet customers’ needs better than ever before.

“Jewelers Mutual has proven to be the consistent, dependable company that its more than one million customers throughout the U.S. and Canada depend on,” said Scott Murphy, Jewelers Mutual President and Chief Executive Officer. “The responsibility that comes from serving our growing customer base is significant, and we are more focused than ever on being there for them in the ways they need us to be, both now and for the future.”

Over the past several years, Jewelers Mutual has launched numerous technology advancements for both jewelry businesses and jewelry customers, including its marketplace technology platform which has become a one-stop destination for thousands of jewelers to improve the way they do business—from shipping to appraisal solutions and more. Exploring each facet of the industry, the company continues to uncover new opportunities such as Internet of Things loss prevention technology and meaningful insurtech offerings, like its one-of-a-kind Luxsurance® program, that transforms customer experiences.

“As we look to the future, we are excited about the possibilities and are dedicated to delivering the best possible service and solutions to our customers,” said Murphy. “After 110 years, we are just getting started.”

With an expanded portfolio beyond insurance, Jewelers Mutual is well-positioned to shape and strengthen the jewelry industry for the next 110 years.

Learn more about Jewelers Mutual and its 110-year history at JewelersMutual.com/about-us.

Finalists for 2023 TMA/SSI Monitoring Technology “Marvel” Award Announced

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The Monitoring Association (TMA) and Security Sales & Integration (SSI) announced the finalists for the TMA/SSI 2023 Monitoring Technology “Marvel” Award. They are:

  • Edgeworth Security
  • National Monitoring Center
  • Statewide Central Station

This award honors innovations in monitoring center technology. It is co-sponsored by TMA and Security Sales & Integration (SSI) and coordinated by the TMA Technology Committee.

The purpose of the Marvel Award is to provide recognition for monitoring centers creating and/or using cutting-edge technology to raise awareness of these new technologies. “The monitoring industry is experiencing exponential shifts as new technology emerges,” said TMA Technology Committee Co-Chair Sascha Kylau, OneTel Security. “Our goal with this award is to bring those monitoring centers and their partners who are demonstrating how new technologies are allowing security monitoring providers to reach new levels of efficiency and service. It’s exciting to see the evolution first hand.”

The Marvel will be presented to one overall winner for the “best adoption of new technology to advance your business.” Submission categories included:

  • Best implementation of video verification
  • Best implementation of PERS monitoring
  • Best technology to build efficiency in monitoring
  • Best cybersecurity
  • Best new business model
  • Best migration to the cloud

The TMA/SSI 2023 Marvel Technology Award will be presented on April 17th in a virtual awards ceremony. The winner will be featured in the August 2023 Monitoring Issue of SSI. Runners-up will also receive coverage in the issue.

Evolon Appoints Robert Putica as New Vice President of Sales

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Evolon Technology, Inc. announced the appointment of Robert Putica as the company’s Vice President of Sales. Putica will be responsible for serving Evolon’s customers and channel partners with AI-based perimeter security solutions that provide real-time threat detection, situational awareness, and insightful forensic searches to protect people and assets.

Putica comes to Evolon with over 20 years of sales and business development experience in the security industry. Most recently, Putica was with Dell Technologies, where he led business development efforts for the company’s Western US region. He also held sales management roles with Razberi Technologies, FLIR Systems, Digital Monitoring Products, Hikvision USA, and Enterprise Security, Inc. Prior to this, he co-founded Integrated Electronics, a system integrator business based in Fresno, California. Putica holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from California State University, Fresno, and a Master of Business Administration from the Essex Business School.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Robert to Evolon,” said Tom Galvin, Evolon’s President and CEO. “Robert is the perfect fit to lead Evolon’s work to serve our public safety and enterprise security customers with mission critical perimeter security solutions.”

DMP Releases The New 7-Inch Touchscreen Keypad

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Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) announces the release of their latest touchscreen keypad designed for residential and commercial applications. Compatible with all DMP’s XR and XT Series panels, the new keypad is fully loaded with high-functioning features such as:

  • View live and recorded video from connected cameras
  • Integration with the V-4061video doorbell allows someone to see and speak with visitors
  • An onboard camera that captures snapshots of who’s arming and disarming the system
  • Easily arm areas all on one screen
  • Enhanced Z-Wave control for thermostats, lights, and door locks

According to Matt Dean, Product Manager for DMP, “This new keypad provides security, video, and automation, all in a large-format touchscreen. Utilizing large text, icons and intuitive graphics, the new keypad delivers the same exceptional image quality and ease of use one would experience with a smartphone.”

In addition, firmware updates are pushed to the keypad remotely via DMP’s administrative portal. When connected to wi-fi, the keypad will remain up-to-date with features and functionality.

“A 7-inch keypad is a standard across the security industry and has frequently been requested by our dealers. Expanding DMP’s Touchscreen Keypad Series with a 7-inch model allows our dealers to increase their business among customers who prefer a large-format interface with best-in-class intrusion,” said Alee Rouhani, Director of Marketing.

The 7-inch keypad will be part of DMP’s popular Touchscreen Series in addition to the high-security and wireless 5-Inch keypad models. For more information and full capabilities of the new keypad, watch the spotlight video at www.dmp.com/7inchkeypad.