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QUINCY, Mass. – With summer upon us, the National Fire Protection Association ( NFPA ) is reminding everyone to be aware of potential electrical hazards that exist in waters near marinas and launch ramps, around docks and piers and in swimming pools and hot tubs. While the public remains largely unaware of electrical dangers posed in water environments such as electric shock drowning (ESD), each year people are injured or killed from these hazards. The primary cause of ESD is faulty electrical wiring or equipment on boats or piers that cause electrical current to leak into surrounding water. This energized water can then pass through a swimmer’s body causing a level of paralysis that can ultimately cause serious injury or drowning. “During warm weather months, NFPA is committed to educating the public to help prevent injuries and fatalities in swimming and boating areas,” says Lorraine Carli, NFPA vice president of outreach & advocacy, in the association announcement. “N...

In a trade built on trust, relationships, and reputation, the way you show up online is starting to matter just as much as the way you show up on the job site. Social media might not feel like a natural fit for the quiet professionals of the security industry, but platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram have rapidly become powerful tools to grow a business… when used correctly. Whether you’re looking to generate leads, recruit technicians, or simply stay relevant in your market, showing up online consistently and intentionally can set you apart in an industry where many still aren’t utilizing social media. Why Social Media Matters More Than Ever Word of mouth is still king, but in 2025, word of mouth travels through feeds and DMs— not phone calls or casual conversations at the grocery store. Today’s commercial clients, facility managers, and even homeowners do their due diligence online. They may check your website, scroll your Instagram, or glance at your LinkedIn before ever reachi...

SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association  ( SIA ) has announced the schedule and program for the 2025  AcceleRISE conference , hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young professionals and emerging leaders in the security industry. This year’s AcceleRISE is scheduled for Aug. 4-6 in Boston. AcceleRISE is “an exciting, innovative conference created specifically for young security talent and designed to ignite new thinking, strengthen leadership and sharpen business acumen,” according to the association announcement. The annual gathering “tackles the issues that matter most to emerging leaders in the security industry and features a diverse array of premier learning sessions, interactive workshops and lively activities geared toward rising stars in the industry,” the announcement says. “This year at AcceleRISE, our industry’s most promising young leaders and those new to security will gather in the vibrant city of Boston for a truly unique conference experien...

CARMEL, Ind.—Allegion US, a provider of security solutions, technology and services, has announced a new release of the Overtur for Revit Plugin, available starting in late June 2025. The company emphasizes that it its important that all users update to this version by mid-August 2025 to use the plugin, and it points out the release provides compatibility for the latest 2026 version of Revit, an updated Room to Door Renumbering tool, and more. Additionally, premium feature users will have the ability to link directly to a specific door in Overtur offering significant time savings. “We designed these enhancements with architects and security design teams in mind,” says Mark Casey, vice president, national electronics sales, Allegion U.S. “The latest release makes working with Overtur even easier and quicker.” Overtur for Revit Plugin Saves User Preferences The company states the Overtur for Revit Plugin release includes: Revit 2026 Compatibility : Allegion US says the latest plu...

AUSTIN, Texas — Global cloud video surveillance provider Eagle Eye Networks recently announced enhancements to its Reseller Partner Program to “help its partners close more deals, boost recurring revenue and grow market share,” according to the company announcement. “We are 100% committed to the channel 100% of the time,” says Dean Drako, CEO of Eagle Eye Networks, in the announcement. “We continue to make investments in our Reseller Partner Program to deliver leads, top-notch training, marketing, and business tools to help our partners grow their businesses.” What’s New in the Eagle Eye Reseller Partner Program New enhancements to the Eagle Eye Networks Reseller Partner Program include: Business Portal: Centralize quotes, orders, performance data, training and marketing materials in one easily accessible location 24/7/365 Vision Selling Program: Comprehensive training to help Eagle Eye resellers close big deals, foster customer loyalty, and increase profits Joint Account D...

DALLAS – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent ( FAST ) has named John Nemerofsky of SAGE Integration as chairman of the FAST Board of Directors. Nemerofsky will lead the board of directors drawn from the membership of the Security Industry Association (SIA) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA) in “developing and refining FAST’s strategic plan and identifying the foundation’s annual goals,” according to the foundation announcement. With a career in the security industry spanning more than 25 years, Nemerofsky has “dedicated his career to advancing the innovation and integration of security technology – protecting the people, facilities and reputations of enterprise clients nationwide,” the announcement says. In 2019, he assumed the role of chief operating officer at SAGE Integration, a national security integration provider operating across 62 major U.S. metro areas and boasting a team of more than 19,000 installer partner specialists. During his tenure ...

MONTREAL—Haivision, a global provider of mission-critical, real-time video networking and visual collaboration solutions, has announced the availability of the latest release of the Kraken video processing platform with Shield AI object detection. The company says that its latest product introduction brings the power of AI to full motion video and metadata processing, and enabling quick and life-saving decision making. “The latest release of Kraken with Tracker brings the best of breed tracking algorithms from Shield AI to real-time FMV—making it possible for our users to obtain AI-enabled insights to their streams anywhere Kraken can run—on purpose-built hardware at the tactical edge, on servers in the data center, or in the cloud,” remarks John Leipper, defense product manager, Haivision . Kraken Video Platform Developed Through Decades of Engineering Experience Designed for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) and situational awareness applications, the C...

Even Better Together — Because You Deserve More Just over a year ago,  Snap One became part of ADI  — a major step forward for both companies and a turning point for our industry. Across my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with leading brands, large tech innovators, and fast-growing businesses but joining this industry in 2020, has been especially meaningful. I have deep respect for the work you do and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives it. We all know change isn’t easy. But when it’s grounded in purpose with a shared commitment to customers, it makes us stronger – and truly  Even Better Together . That has been our mantra over the past year at ADI | Snap One, and we’re just getting started on all the ways we are here supporting your business and your customers. Here are just a few highlights from our first year together: Accelerated Innovation Innovation fuels our industry. Over the past year, we launched approximately 500 new Exclusive Brand products,...

Many security dealers, integrators and installers have built their reputation on reliable installations: cameras, access control systems, alarms and surveillance infrastructure, including guards, that work as expected. That level of dependability remains important, but enterprise clients are now looking beyond standalone deployments. They’re asking for solutions that do more than monitor. They want systems that connect guards on the ground with digital oversight, unify alerts and reporting and streamline how people, policies and platforms work together. This isn’t just a shift in product demand; it’s a rethinking of how physical security fits into the broader operational strategy. It’s an opening for integrators to evolve from hardware specialists into long-term partners who enable smarter, more responsive security operations. What Security Guard Clients Want Now Security leaders are navigating an environment marked by escalating threats like climate disasters, workplace violence, ...

For this installment of “On the RISE,” the Security Industry Association spoke with Sarah Webel, human resources generalist at SAGE Integration and a member of the RISE Steering Committee . Security Industry Association: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career path. Sarah Webel : I grew up in Akron, Ohio, and built my career in human resources by diving into every aspect of the field. I started out in recruiting where my passion for people and workplace culture led me to expand my expertise across all areas of HR. That passion quickly grew into a broader interest in what makes workplaces thrive — from culture and employee experience to compliance, payroll, benefits and employee relations. Today I serve as an HR generalist at SAGE Integration, where I get to support our people across the full employee life cycle. Whether it’s helping a new hire get acclimated, navigating policy and compliance, resolving workplace issues or driving initiatives that strengthen our culture...

HOUSTON— i-PRO Americas Inc. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, has announced a strategic partnership with NovoTrax, an end-to-end life safety and mass notification company. i-PRO says that NovoTrax is a company focused on transforming school safety for K-12 institutions across North America, and the partnership brings together two complementary strengths: i-PRO’s advanced video protection systems and NovoTrax’s EduTrax unified Life Safety platform. “School districts need trusted partners who can solve real integration problems, not just adding more systems,” says Masami Eguchi, president, i-PRO Americas. “By combining i-PRO ’s mission-critical video capabilities with NovoTrax’s expertise in intelligent mass notification, we will enable educators and first responders to close critical gaps in emergency response workflows.” i-PRO Partnership with NovoTrax Bridges Video Surveillance and Mass Not...

I learned Friday that my dear friend Mike Revness passed away . He was just 59 years old. Working with thousands of attorneys from across the country, Mike was special and unique in that he genuinely cared about people, our industry, and always went out of his way to make a difference. Notably, it never mattered if he was being paid for his services or not. Simplified, that was Mike’s vision and purpose: to leave the world in a better place than he found it and he did just that. Incredibly, each and every time that I spoke to Mike Revness, I learned something new. Like scores of others, we will remember each of those lessons forever. Everyone that knew Mike or worked with him was aware of his prominent level of intelligence, his gift of being an eloquent communicator, a teacher and mentor and his good old-fashioned authenticity. What Michael Revness Meant to the Alarm Industry Academically, Michael graduated first in his law school graduating class and he was a nationally ranked t...

Security Sales & Integration’s SAMMY Awards honor excellence in a host of categories — everything from vehicle graphics design to promotional giveaways to social media campaigns. One category, however, enfolds all the various metrics of excellence in an effort to identify a single firm that stands apart: Installer of the Year. This year’s Installer of the Year honoree is Securitas Technology , a global leader in commercial electronic security, as well as health and safety technologies, with approximately $3.5 billion in total sales and operational capabilities in more than 40 countries worldwide. SSI asks Tony Byerly, global president , Securitas Technology, to reflect on the distinct honor of being crowned 2025 Installer of the Year. Moreover, Byerly offers insight into the company culture, foundational values and strategic pivots that have helped Securitas Technology distinguish itself. Installer of the Year Boasts Suite of Security Solutions One differentiator that Sec...

GOSHEN, Ind.—Magnasphere Corporation, a manufacturer of advanced magnetic contact security sensor technologies, has announced that its production facility in Goshen, Indiana has achieved ISO 9001:2025 certification. The Midwest-based company boasts this internationally recognized quality management certification reflects its ongoing commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. “We are thrilled to achieve ISO 9001 certification at our Goshen facility,” says Joseph Hedeen, CEO at Magnasphere Corporation . “This milestone validates the dedication of our entire team to uphold the highest standards of quality, reliability, and innovation in everything we do.” Rigorous Testing Validates ISO 9001: 2025 Certification Magnasphere points out the ISO 9001:2025 standard is a global, widely adopted quality management framework, setting rigorous criteria for ensuring consistent product quality and operational efficiency. The certification process for the company i...

ST. LOUIS, Mo. – RapidFire Safety & Security announces Mark Grudzien has joined the as vice president of business development of the fire, life safety and security industry-focused buy-and-build platform. Grudzien will lead and scale the company’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) program, “underscoring RapidFire’s commitment to aggressive expansion in the fire, life safety, and security industry,” according to the company announcement. He brings more than a decade of M&A advisory and strategic growth planning experience within the fire, life safety and security sectors. He has supported more than 25 acquisitions, totaling more than $250 million in deployed capital. Why RapidFire Named Grudzien VP of Biz Dev “Mark’s exceptional knowledge and proven expertise in M&A are precisely what we need to accelerate our acquisition growth,” says Mike McLeod, CEO and founder of RapidFire Safety & Security, in the company announcement. Adam Lucas of Concentric Equity Partne...

LAS VEGAS – The Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority (ADCDA) has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 National Fire Protection Association ( NFPA ) Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem Global Influencer Award. The award was presented at the NFPA Stars at Night awards gala on June 15, during the annual NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas. Established in 2024, the NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem Global Influencer Award “recognizes individuals or organizations who advance safety by applying and promoting the principles of the NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem,” according to the association announcement. “We are deeply honored to receive the 2025 NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem Global Influencer Award,” says H.E. Brigadier General Salem Abdulla Al Dhaheri, director general, Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority, in the NFPA announcement. “Our strategic collaboration with NFPA has been vital in elevating our workforce capabilities and fostering a holistic safety ecosyst...