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Eluxa: Compatible and Cost Effective LED Notification Appliances

Eluxa: Compatible and Cost Effective LED Notification Appliances

If you are looking to save time on installation using a device that has the widest range of compatibility with fire alarm control panels, look to Eluxa.

Comfortably Manage all your sites with the SecureGuard Dashboard

Comfortably Manage all your sites with the SecureGuard Dashboard

In the fast-paced world of security, having real-time access to critical information is essential. Speco Technologies understands this need, which is why Speco Technologies have developed the SecureGuard® Dashboard. This powerful tool is designed to streamline and enhance your security management, giving you peace of mind and control like never before.

5 Tips To Extend The Life Of Your Equipment

5 Tips To Extend The Life Of Your Equipment

SDi provides reliable solutions for test and inspection equipment. Properly caring for your equipment is incredibly important and can extend the life of your product, providing many years of service. To extend the life of your product, SDi recommends that you follow these tech tips.
TRIPP-LITE Safe-IT Plug In 5 Outlet Surge Protector

TRIPP-LITE Safe-IT Plug In 5 Outlet Surge Protector

With the multiple network devices used in most all offices and homes, unexpected power surges can disable or damage sensitive electronics. The TRIPP-LITE SK5BUCAM is a plug-in module that provides five surge protected AC outlets, along with two USB ports with 3.9 amps of charging capability. The surge protection covers two modes: full normal mode (Hot-Neutral) and common (Neutral-Ground/Hot-Ground). This device’s surge protection will filter EMI/RFI disruptions.
Explosion Proof Waterflow Detectors from Safe Signal

Explosion Proof Waterflow Detectors from Safe Signal

The WFDEXP is an aluminum housed waterflow detector, that is classified for use in Class I, II, and III hazardous locations. Built to be used indoor or outdoors, this switch is rated for use from 32 to 160 degrees.
FEMA offers Security Grant Financing for Non-Profits

FEMA offers Security Grant Financing for Non-Profits

This can potentially be a driver for systems sales for SES dealers. What is important to note is that the non-profit itself must apply for the funding. Here are the steps that must be taken to be considered for receiving some of these funds.
Vivotek RX9502 Video Receiver

Vivotek RX9502 Video Receiver

Does your client want to view their security video on a TV screen, and not just on a computer monitor? The Vivotek RX9502 is a simple to use, 32 channel video receiver that not only provides network output for recording purposes, but also has an HDMI socket for connection to a high resolution video monitor.
Honeywell Fire Alarm Power Supply Offers Many Options

Honeywell Fire Alarm Power Supply Offers Many Options

The HPF-PS10 is a separate boxed fire alarm power supply with battery charger backup that can provide up to seven Class B Notification Application Circuits (NAC). Compatible with 12 VDC and 24 VDC controls, the HPF-PS10 has a variety of settings to provide the appropriate powering and supervision of NACs and other life safety components. Output circuits can be programmed to function as Class D door holder outputs, that will stop providing current to the door devices after input from the main fire panel to the HPF-PS10. Individual LEDs on the cabinet provide circuit trouble indication.
Wi-Fi Residential Connectivity Issues

Wi-Fi Residential Connectivity Issues

U.S. homeowners are proceeding like a juggernaut into the Wi-Fi/apps/Internet world, and adding DIY devices to their networks at an accelerating pace. According to surveys conducted by Parks Associates customers, the percentage of current alarm system owners with either smart cameras or video doorbells is over 30%, with most of those devices having been installed by the homeowner.
Adding PoE the Easy Way with the TRENDnet Ultra PoE Injector

Adding PoE the Easy Way with the TRENDnet Ultra PoE Injector

Adding remote IP devices to an existing network that is not capable of powering devices with PoE from the existing network switch(es) can make installations difficult. Not only does a Cat5e/6 cable have to be pulled to the device, such as an outdoor P/T/Z IP camera, but some form of electrical power must be connected with a separate cable to the device.