Samsung Techwin America Becomes Hanwha Techwin America
Ridgefield Park, NJ – Samsung Techwin America, the security industry’s leader in innovative video surveillance solutions, announces that as of April 1st, 2016 the company will be operating under the name Hanwha Techwin America.
“One year ago we made the announcement that Samsung Techwin had become a part of Hanwha Corporation. While our name is changing, the innovation, quality and reliability of our products will remain the same,” said Soon Hong Ahn, President, Hanwha Techwin America. “The same is true for our factories, sales companies and channel partners which remain unchanged – Hanwha Techwin America will continue to offer the best in value and performance to the professional surveillance and security industry.”
Samsung branded solutions offered by Hanwha Techwin include a growing line of the industry’s most advanced WiseNetIII megapixel cameras, along with new additions to the popular WiseNet Lite line for SMB applications. The company’s introduction of WiseNet Analog HD+ (Analog High Definition) cameras and DVRs enables users with analog infrastructure to enter the HD arena.
Hanwha Techwin America, a division of Hanwha Techwin, is a leading supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions for IP-video, analog and hybrid systems. Building on the company’s history of innovation, Hanwha Techwin America is dedicated to providing solutions with the highest levels of performance, reliability and cost-efficiency for professional security applications, such as continuing development in advanced edge devices and video analytics. For more information visit samsung-security.com.
ADI Presents 2015 Vendor Awards
Melville, N.Y. – ADI Global Distribution announced the recipients of its 2015 Vendor Awards. ADI selected Flir as Vendor of the Year for the United States, and Hikvision was recognized as the Vendor of the Year in Canada. ADI also recognized vendors in the categories of Best Sales Support, Best Marketing Support and Best Supplier Delivery Performance.
Each year, key suppliers across North America are recognized for their support and contributions towards the growth and success of ADI Global Distribution. Vendors are evaluated based on revenue, sales support, marketing initiatives, inventory results and feedback from ADI’s sales and marketing leadership team. The ADI Vendor Awards were presented during the annual Vendor Symposium at ADI’s 2016 Kickoff Meeting held last month in Orlando, Florida.
Wayne Hurd, Vice President of Distribution Sales/National Accounts from Flir expressed his appreciation for the honor. “Flir is honored to be recognized as Vendor of the Year in the United States by ADI Global Distribution,” said Hurd. “ADI’s extensive reach in the industry has allowed us to expand within the market and successfully deliver our products to dealers across the country. We look forward to continuing our success for years to come.”
Gordon Lang, director, strategic partners, at Hikvision USA was also very proud and excited about the honor Hikvsion Canada received at the Symposium. “ADI is an important partner in helping us better serve our Canadian customers,” said Lang. “We are honored to receive Vendor of the Year for Canada. This award speaks to the strength of our partnership with ADI and we look forward to our mutual success in the future.”
The 2016 Vendor Symposium brought over 400 attendees representing more than 100 manufacturers together to celebrate ADI’s success in 2015. Attendees also heard the organization’s plans for continued growth through the coming year and beyond. Vendors had the opportunity to spend time with ADI’s global leadership team and attend presentations given by
ADI executives including Michael Flink, ADI Global President, Rob Aarnes, ADI Americas President and Marco Cardazzi, Vice President of Marketing North America.
“As a distributor our vendor relationships are vital to our success,” said Flink. “Each of these suppliers has demonstrated excellence in service at all levels which is a testament to the values we hold highly at ADI. We are proud to honor and celebrate their contributions and achievements.”
ADI Global Distribution 2015 Vendor Award Recipients are:
- Vendor of the Year – United States: Flir
- Vendor of the Year – Canada: Hikvision
- Best Sales Support – United States: Honeywell Fire
- Best Sales Support – Canada: CDVI
- Best Marketing Support – United States/Canada: Proficient
- Best Supplier Delivery – United States: Platinum Tools
- Best Supplier Delivery – Canada: Aiphone
LifeSafety Power® Hires Virga
Mundelein, IL –LifeSafety Power®, Inc. an industry leader in patented, remote networked power solutions, has appointed Matt Virga as Director of Sales for the Eastern Region of the U.S. Virga will be responsible for developing new sales opportunities and working with systems integration channel partners.
Virga brings 25 years of experience to LifeSafety Power, including employment with major security providers Sony Electronics and Pelco by Schneider Electric.
“I’m excited to join the LifeSafety Power team and help drive even greater sales results in the years ahead,” said Virga. He said the company is at an evolution in their development where they are bringing ‘disruptive’ technology to the security and life safety marketplace in the way of networked and IT-centric solutions.
John Olliver, Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development, welcomes the enthusiasm and credentials he brings to LifeSafety Power. “His energy and professionalism will make him a great addition to our sales team,” Olliver said.
“Power supplies may not have the glamour of cameras or a video management system, but the networked power LifeSafety Power has pioneered is inspiring a legion of followers who recognize a truly unique solution that outperforms anything they were accustomed to installing/operating,” Virga continued. “And now, it’s something they can leverage to gain additional recurring monthly revenue through managed remote services. Many respected, well-known systems integrators in the industry already rely on the capabilities of LifeSafety Power.”
For more information, visit www.LifeSafetyPower.com.
ASSA ABLOY sells Car Lock business to ALPHA Corporation
ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement with Japanese ALPHA Corporation to sell its car lock business. The acquisition will complement ALPHA Corporation’s existing automotive supply business, leading to synergy opportunities which are currently limited within the ASSA ABLOY Group.
The car lock business, which has its headquarters in Tyniste, Czech Republic, employs 450 people and has operations in Mexico, Germany, Switzerland and China. The business had a turnover of EUR 60 M in 2015.
ALPHA Corporation is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and employs over 4,250 people. The acquisition will expand its global footprint to a total of 19 sites across 11 countries.
“I find it very satisfying that in ALPHA Corporation the Car Lock business gets a committed long-term owner that gives the business a new strategic home and creates opportunities for a continued good development” said Johan Molin, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY.
The transaction will have a positive effect on ASSA ABLOY´s operating margin and be neutral to EPS. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close during the second quarter of 2016.
