


Environmental Safety: How to Prevent Pipes From Bursting
Burst pipes can be a major setback for homes and businesses — especially during the colder months when freezing temperatures increase the risk level across much of the country. A ruptured pipe can mean extensive water damage, faulty plumbing, expensive repairs, and...
Types of Window Sensors (and How to Choose the Right One)
Windows are a vital point of vulnerability for homes and businesses. Protecting them with the right technology is the first step to a sound security strategy. Fortunately, several varieties of window sensors are available that make installation and monitoring...
Controlled Access Zone Technology & Proper Use
The security of an environment, whether residential, commercial, educational, or governmental, depends on controlling access to vital locations. The fundamental unit of this strategy is the “controlled access zone” — the area designated for only those with proper...
How Do Smoke Detectors Work? A Beginner’s Guide
While everybody has seen one, few people know how smoke detectors actually operate. These often-forgotten devices give new meaning to the phrase “small yet mighty.” Though virtually unnoticeable in most settings, these critical devices save lives every day. Investing...