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MARKETS
▶ LAS VEGAS - Alarm.com is helping
integrators get more involved in water
management with the launch of the
Water Dragon, a new whole-home water
protection solution that's always on guard
against potential leaks and unexpected
water usage. Announced at CES 2023 in
January, the Water Dragon, which integrates
with Alarm.com powered home security
systems, is a single compact device
that uses ultrasonic technology to detect
and promptly alert homeowners about
water issues before they become major
problems. Homeowners can also use the
Alarm.com app to monitor water usage
trends for the day, week, and month,
which can help them conserve water and
save on utility bills.
" For years, Alarm.com has been innovating
and reimagining how to apply
smart home technology to proactively detect
and prevent problems in the home, "
says Dan Kerzner, chief product officer at
Alarm.com. " The Water Dragon monitors
unexpected water activity so Alarm.com
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The device also allows users to monitor
temperature of pipes and sends alerts
for potential frozen pipes, safeguarding
against catastrophic damage.
customers can better avoid the conditions
that cause mold, costly repairs, and even
property loss before it's too late. Wholehome
security encompasses more than just
intruder protection and should include
solutions to ensure your structure is protected
from threats inside and out. "
Like many home security problems,
water damage can happen quickly, unexpectedly,
and out of sight. According
ADT Commercial Launches
Autonomous Guarding Solution
▶ LAS VEGAS - ADT Commercial unveiled its new EvoGuard
intelligent autonomous guarding solutions brand at CES
2023. EvoGuard is a new suite of intelligent autonomous
guarding solutions and services aimed at helping to cost-effectively
enhance corporate security programs, while responding
to high turnover rates and ongoing labor shortages
in the guarding market.
EvoGuard will use artificial intelligence and augmented
reality in combination with a fleet of autonomous humanoid
robots and drones for comprehensive security surveillance in
a wide variety of commercial areas. The solutions are targeted
for commercialization in 2023 and will be specifically tailored
for enterprise-level and high-security environments.
" The launch of the EvoGuard brand marks a significant
milestone in ADT Commercial's expansion into the guarding
market, " says Dan Bresingham, president, Commercial at ADT.
" Given the trends we've seen in recent years and the challenges
our customers are facing in keeping their guard forces
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to a recent survey of 1,200 homeowners
conducted by the company, 83% believe
that an automated detection system
would prevent or lessen the outcome of
water damage in their home. Furthermore,
the need for an integrated solution
is apparent, with the survey finding that
88% would like one app to control home
security, provide water protection, and
manage energy consumption.
The product is dubbed as a " no-plumber-needed "
solution with " clip-and-zip "
installation. The unit attaches to the main
water line in minutes. The compact device
can monitor for leaks where a traditional
water sensor can't be placed and notify
property owners of unexpected water activity
such as running toilets or hidden
leaks in the walls and floors. The Water
Dragon also allows users to monitor the
temperature of their pipes and sends alerts
for potential frozen pipes, safeguarding
against catastrophic water damage.
It will be available for integrators to sell
beginning in spring/summer 2023.
adequately staffed, we recognized an incredible opportunity to
usher in a new era in guarding through technology. "
IPVideo Corp. Offers Fleet
Services After Vuro Acquisition
▶ BAY SHORE, N.Y. - IPVideo Corp. announces it has
acquired the assets of Vuro Technologies, a provider of
AI-enabled driver and fleet vehicle monitoring and safety.
The technology will be rebranded as VuroAI and complements
IPVideo Corp.'s portfolio of event-driven AI security
and safety solutions that utilize A/V and sensor technology
to mitigate false positives, confirm incidents, accelerate response
and deliver long-term actional intelligence, according
to the company.
IPVideo Corp. says the acquisition strengthens and expands
its service offerings and enhances product capabilities. Vuro
Technologies is said to be best recognized for using technology
to improve the safety and efficiency of the operation of
public agency, commercial and private fleets with its Vuro Fleet
Telematics Solution.
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