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CHICAGO — Better Protection, a commercial fire protection provider servicing fire detection, alarm and suppression systems, announces its launch as a new company formed by the combination of Chicago-based Assurant Fire Protection, Complete Fire Pump Service and Xtreme Fire Protection. Combining these three companies establishes Better Protection as a leading fire and life-safety business in the Chicagoland area with a full range of installation, inspection and maintenance capabilities, according to the company. Better Protection says it will leverage the combined scale, resources and technology of the three businesses to grow into the convenient single source of service for our clients. In connection with the announcement, Abry Partners, a Boston-based private equity firm, announced it has completed a strategic growth investment in the newly established company. Abry is partnering with management to support the company’s organic growth initiatives, and to execute its targeted acqui...

MISSUISSAUGA, Ontario — Camden Door Controls is bringing to market its new CM-SR Series standalone two-channel wireless relay receiver and encrypted fobs. Camden Door Controls explains the CM-SRX2 relay receivers support up to 30 transmitters. The IP65 weather-resistant products feature a rugged construction with a built-in antenna for mounting applications both outdoors and indoors. The Canadian manufacturer states the two Form C contacts are rated 1 A at 30 volts DC, while the CM-WTX2 ultra compact fobs provide integrators with 868 Mhz. transmitters with high security rolling code capabilities that include 19 trillion combinations. According to the company, the CM-SR Series CM-SRFM2 system kit includes one high security standalone wireless receiver and two transmitters. Camden Door Controls adds the CM-SR Series wireless systems are designed to activate locking devices such as magnetic locks and electric strikes, and automatic gate and door operators. The company also boasts tha...

LAS VEGAS — Sting Alarm announces it has acquired Signal Fire, a fire protection company founded in 2007 and based here. With this strategic acquisition, Sting Alarm says it will have the ability to offer fire protection products and services to its commercial security customers throughout Las Vegas. Similarly, Sting will also be able to offer its electronic security solutions to Signal Fire’s customers. Signal Fire specializes in fire systems, monitoring , inspections and service to maximize the fire safety of its customers’ establishments. The Signal Fire commitment to investing in technology and staff training is unparalleled in the industry and makes for an ideal partnership with Sting’s current security offerings, according to the announcement. Jaime Gomez, president and founder of Signal Fire, will take on the role of vice president at Sting Alarm. Sting Alarm President Jon Perry says that it was Gomez’s commitment to providing world class customer service to its customers tha...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Snap One announces that it will soon launch its 40th Local Partner Store as part of an aggressive schedule of eight grand openings between September 2022 and March 2023. Following years of successful growth across the U.S. and Canada, the company says it is also planning to streamline operations in 2023 by listing all stores under the Snap One Partner Store Brand name for the first time, and consolidating all online ordering under Snap One’s unified e-commerce portal. According to Wally Whinna, senior VP of Snap One, the new locations planned through March 2023 will expand the distributor’s physical footprint to 41 total locations across the U.S., with each location hosting a grand opening that will feature special deals on select products, giveaways, catered lunches and opportunities to meet with various vendors in attendance. Six of the new stores have launched or will launch under the official Snap One Partner Store name, and all Partner Stores will officially ...

MONTREAL — In a testament to the impact of unifying security systems , Genetec, a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has shared the experience of the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). APD has chosen Genetec Security Center, Genetec Citigraf, and Genetec Clearance to enhance public safety in the most populated city in New Mexico. “Investing in the Genetec solutions allowed us to spread the information wealth,” says Mark Torres, commander of the Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) at the City of Albuquerque. “Using this unified public safety platform, we’ve been able to maximize our RTCC resources to better assist other APD departments, metropolitan partners, and surrounding communities. We’re disseminating real-time information faster, supporting investigations, and tracking crime patterns in our city. All of this helps to enhance public safety for Albuquerque residents, businesses and visitors.” Genetec Security Cen...