Vendor consolidation mirrors systems integration growth
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The security systems integration industry is undergoing consolidation as companies merge to survive in the increasingly competitive market. Among the biggest news in 1998 were Pittway Corp's acquisition of NorthernComputers from American Trading and Production Corp, and Kroll- O'Gara Co's acquisition of Schiff and Associates Inc. In another consolidation strategy, Sensormatic Electronics Corp has formed a partnership with Westec Interactive Security.
Publication Name: Security
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0890-8826
Year: 1999
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Don't panic: voice evacuation gives clear instructions
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Voice evacuation systems may be the appropriate warning system in situations where traditional fire and emergency tone warnings may be ignored due to the presence of cellular phones and beepers. These systems also offer multi-lingual messaging, which results in better and clearer instructions. Typical installations for voice evacuation systems include high-rise buildings, schools, shopping malls, airports or places of public assembly.
Publication Name: Security
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0890-8826
Year: 2000
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Technology will "sniff" people for bombs, drugs
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Snifex Ltd, a start-up firm has developed a system capable of detecting drugs and explosives without direct contact with the object or substance. According to Jacob Even-Ezra, chairman and CEO of Israel-based Magal Security Systems Ltd, which recently purchased 40% of Snifex, the Snifex system can detect an unlimited number of explosives and drugs, but it cannot detect 25 chemicals simultaneously.
Publication Name: Security
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0890-8826
Year: 1999
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