In This Issue

• NBFAA News
  

  Reserve Your Company's Place in Industry History
  NBFAA is turning 60 years old and 2008 will be a year of celebrating accomplishments and reflecting on the people and events that have brought us to where we are today.
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  It's That Time of Year Again, Get Those Renewals Ready
  NBFAA memberships will be up for renewal at the beginning of the year. Official renewal notices were sent out prior to the Thanksgiving holiday.
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  Deadline Extended for First Line of Defense Entries
  NBFAA has decided to extend the deadline for entry into the First Line of Defense contest to March 14, 2008.
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  New Video System Technologies Course Closes out First Successful Year
  NBFAA's new Video System Technologies Course taught its final class of 2007 last month but don't worry. NTS will be bringing the course back to the classroom in 2008. Check www.alarm.org often for updates on the 2008 course schedule.
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  What are You Waiting For? Signup for Training Classes Today
  With greater competition and ever-changing technology you can't afford to miss these training opportunities.
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• NBFAA & Chapter Calendar Highlights
  

  Chapters Holding Holiday Events This Month
  Both the Colorado Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (CBFAA) and the California Alarm Association (CAA) will be holding events this holiday month.
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• Member Benefit
  

  Paychex Offers Members Help with Human Resources Services
  Let Paychex - a leading national provider of payroll, human resource, and benefits services for small-to medium-sized businesses - relieve you of these tasks! NBFAA members receive a 15 percent discount on payroll processing.
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• Industry News You Can Use
  

  New CSAA Leadership Team Elected
  On Monday, Oct. 22, Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) members elected a new Executive Committee during CSAA's Business Meeting in Hawaii. CSAA President John Murphy officially handed the reins of the association to Bud Wulforst, A-1 Security during the President's Dinner Dance on Wednesday.
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  New Revision of ANSI/SIA CP-01 Approved as an American National Standard
  The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently released the latest revision of ANSI/SIA CP-01-2007 (Revision of ANSI/SIA CP-01-2000) Control Panel Standard - Features for False Alarm Reduction. This voluntary standard details recommended design features for security system control panels and their associated arming and disarming devices to reduce the incidence of false alarms.
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• Member News
  

  Honeywell and Rebuilding Together Long Island Renovate Home
  Honeywell and Rebuilding Together Long Island completed a two-day home revitalization project on November 16 for local Hicksville, N.Y., residents. One resident, who benefited from the project, is recovering from open heart surgery, which limits his activities.
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• Member Product News
  

  DMP Expands Keypad Line
  Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has expanded their security products offering with the newest addition to the Thinline keypad family.
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  Napco Introduces Securi-Smart Turnkey Wiring and Security Solution
  Napco Security Systems Inc is introducing the Securi-Smart structured wiring system. This simple system incorporates security and structured wiring. Napco's exclusive P801 & P1632 Turnkey Kits and Securi-Smart Net8 all-inclusive kits are preconfigured enclosures with and without mounted Gemini systems.
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• NBFAA and Members in the News

NBFAA News

Reserve Your Company’s Place in Industry History

NBFAA is turning 60 years old and 2008 will be a year of celebrating accomplishments and reflecting on the people and events that have brought us to where we are today.

I am writing to let you know that your company should not miss the chance to go down in history as a contributor to this memorial event.

We are in the process of putting together a four-color, glossy tribute book to commemorate the past, memorialize the present and anticipate the future.

More than 150 pages of editorial content and pictures will begin with 1948 and scan the years to pay homage to the companies, icons, events and technology that have sustained us and will carry us into the future.

In addition to providing our more than 2600 member companies with a book, we will distribute copies of Tribute to a Legacy of Leadership to attendees at the NBFAA 60th Anniversary Celebration during the Electronic Security Expo in June, 2008. It will also be displayed in the United States Library of Congress!

Go here to download your order form (zipped PDF) to reserve your sponsor and/or product ads to be included in this tribute to the NBFAA and the industry. For additional information about marketing and sponsorship opportunities with NBFAA go here.

Proceeds from this book will support NBFAA programs and initiatives that are developed for the sole purpose of enhancing the future of the industry.

Thank you in advance for your kind contribution to further our mission and for joining us in this historic celebration!

Very best regards,

Michael A. Miller
NBFAA Vice President / President Elect

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It’s That Time of Year Again, Get Those Renewals Ready

NBFAA memberships will be up for renewal at the beginning of the year. Official renewal notices were sent out prior to the Thanksgiving holiday.

We thank you for your membership with us in 2007. We hope that you took full advantage of all your NBFAA benefits and privileges.

Here are just some of the achievements we were able to accomplish together this year.

Membership & New Member Benefits

Education

Public Relations

Industry Affairs

Chapter Relations

Government Relations

As you can see from these many accomplishments, NBFAA is working with you, and for you, so that all our members’ businesses continue to grow and prosper. We look forward to an even more successful year working with you in 2008, and we hope to continue this relationship far into the future.

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Deadline Extended for First Line of Defense Entries

NBFAA has decided to extend the deadline for entry into the First Line of Defense contest to March 14, 2008.

The new deadline not only allows for more great stories from our members but allows NBFAA to honor the winner at ESX in Nashville in June.

If you have a story about how an alarm system, installed by your company, was responsible for saving lives, averting property damage or aided in the apprehension of criminals, then you could be eligible to win the award.

The winner will be honored during a grand ceremony at ESX and have their story publicized nationally.

Apply Today!

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New Video System Technologies Course Closes out First Successful Year

NBFAA’s new Video System Technologies Course taught its final class of 2007 last month but don’t worry. NTS will be bringing the course back to the classroom in 2008.

This two-day course offers students a complete overview of the components and functionalities of video surveillance systems. Students will learn how to properly install systems and avoid some of the more common mistakes made by technicians.

Upon completion of the 14-hour course and a two-hour test, students will receive 1.4 continuing education units.

For more information on the course, contact NTS by calling (866) 636-1687, or send an e-mail to nts@alarm.org. Visit the Professional Development section of NBFAA’s Web site at www.alarm.org often to check for updates on the 2008 course schedule.

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What are You Waiting For? Signup for Training Classes Today

With greater competition and ever-changing technology, you can’t afford to miss these training opportunities. Complete course descriptions and schedules are available at www.alarm.org in the Professional Development section. Classroom courses are listed by state and class type. Individuals in states where classes are not currently offered, who are interested in receiving training, should contact NTS.

Upcoming Courses:

Advanced Burglar Alarm Technician
Dec. 1 – 2 – Lafayette, La.
Dec. 6 – 7 – Philadelphia, Pa.
Dec. 15 – 16 – Montevallo, Ala.
Jan. 9 – 11 – Long Island, N.Y.

Certified Alarm Technician
Dec. 7 – 9 – Montgomery, Ala.
Dec. 7 – 9 – Kenner, La.
Dec. 11 – 13 – Fairfax, Va.

Fire Alarm Installation Methods
Dec. 4 – 5 – Philadelphia, Pa.
Dec. 5 – 6 – Little Rock, Ark.
Dec. 20 – 21 – Fairfax, Va.

Life Safety Code Course & Workshop
Dec. 17 – 19 – Fairfax, Va.

Networking 101
Dec. 4 – Providence, R.I.
Dec. 6 – Woburn, Mass.
Dec. 11 – Dallas, Texas
Dec. 13 – Indianapolis, Ind.

Practical Electronics
Dec. 7 – Little Rock, Ark.

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NBFAA & Chapter Calendar Highlights

Chapters Holding Holiday Events This Month

Both the Colorado Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (CBFAA) and the California Alarm Association (CAA) will be holding events this holiday month.

This week, Dec. 6 – 8, the CAA is enjoying its Winter Convention at Crowne Plaza in San Francisco. The highlight of this event will be a Tribute Dinner where Alan Pepper will receive the George A Weinstock Award. The event will also include networking, meetings and exhibits.

The CBFAA will be holding a Holiday Party for its members and their spouses on December 11 at the North Woods Inn in Littleton, Colo. The $27 registration fee includes a whopping 22 oz. t-bone steak with all the trimmings. Space is limited so call (303) 805-0885 to RSVP today.

For a current listing of events for 2008, visit NBFAA’s Event Calendar online.

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New CSAA Leadership Team Elected

On Monday, Oct. 22, Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) members elected a new Executive Committee during CSAA’s Business Meeting in Hawaii. CSAA President John Murphy officially handed the reins of the association to Bud Wulforst, A-1 Security during the President’s Dinner Dance on Wednesday.

Newly elected CSAA President Bud Wulforst thanks John A. Murphy for his outstanding stewardship of CSAA.

In addition to Wulforst, the newly elected Executive Committee includes:

• First Vice President: Edward Bonifas (Alarm Detection Systems Inc)
• Second Vice President: Robert R. Bean (Alert Alarm of Hawaii)
• Secretary: John Lombardi (Commercial Instruments and Alarm Systems Inc)
• Assistant Secretary: Pamela J. Petrow (Vector Security)
• Treasurer: Daniel Demers (Reliance Protection Security Services)
• Immediate Past President: John Murphy (Vector Security)

Wulforst asked SIAC Representative Mel Mahler (ADS Security), Vice President of Industry Affairs Ralph Sevinor (Wayne Alarm Systems Inc) and Alarm Industry Communications Committee Chairman Louis Fiore (L.T. Fiore Inc) to continue to serve in the Executive Committee.

Also voted in to join the CSAA Board were:

• Wayne Beck (United Monitoring Services Inc/A-COM Protection Services Inc)
• Chester Donati (DMC Security Services Inc)
• Mike Meredith (Security Equipment Inc)
• Ira Riklis (Sutherland Capital Management Inc)
• Steve Walker (HSM Electronic Protection Services)

Stanley Oppenheim (DGA Security Systems Inc) and Peter Lowitt (Lowitt Alarms & Security) were asked to remain for an additional two-year term. Wendy Diddell (Richardson Electronics) replaced Marc Mineau as the SIA representative.

For a complete list of the 2007-2009 CSAA Board of Directors, visit www.csaaul.org/CSAABoardStaff.htm.

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New Revision of ANSI/SIA CP-01 Approved as an American National Standard

The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently released the latest revision of ANSI/SIA CP-01-2007 (Revision of ANSI/SIA CP-01-2000) Control Panel Standard – Features for False Alarm Reduction. This voluntary standard details recommended design features for security system control panels and their associated arming and disarming devices to reduce the incidence of false alarms.

Intended for use by manufacturers that design control panels and alarm signal receivers, this revised standard can also be referenced by security system installers, specifiers and users, central stations, and local authorities.

The standard can be purchased from SIA’s Online Store (www.siaonline.org).

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Member News

Honeywell and Rebuilding Together Long Island Renovate Home

Honeywell and Rebuilding Together Long Island completed a two-day home revitalization project on November 16 for local Hicksville, N.Y., residents. One resident, who benefited from the project, is recovering from open heart surgery, which limits his activities.

Nine Honeywell volunteers spent two full days to renovate the home. The volunteers completed several projects to improve the home’s safety and comfort, including replacing windows and ceilings and repairing walls and outside yard work.

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Member Product News

DMP Expands Keypad Line

Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has expanded their security products offering with the newest addition to the Thinline keypad family.

The new 7100 Series Thinline LCD Keypad provides the same security and ease of operation delivered by the 7000 Series keypads, but in a clean, new design. The 7100 Series is available in white, ivory and black, making it an attractive choice for both commercial and residential applications.

The 7100 Series keypads provide Area, All/Perimeter, or Home/Sleep/Away modes as well as the new Cancel/Verify feature and Shortcut Keys.

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Napco Introduces Securi-Smart Turnkey Wiring and Security Solution

Napco Security Systems Inc is introducing the Securi-Smart structured wiring system. This simple system incorporates security and structured wiring. Napco’s exclusive P801 & P1632 Turnkey Kits and Securi-Smart Net8 all-inclusive kits are preconfigured enclosures with and without mounted Gemini systems.

These kits can mount Securi-Smart Net8 Tele/Data Module, necessary brackets, video distribution center module, grommets, locks, dust cover and more. With Securi-Smart, there are no more missing components or inventory issues.

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