Security Distributing & Marketing articles from October 2008

Security Distributing & Marketing archives from October 2008

Move up into the top third: alarm management is your best defense against community policies that don't support our industry.(Editor's Angle)(Cover story)
October 1, 2008... Last month you read in SDM's Insider News & Business about how the city of Henderson, Nev., stopped responding to unverified fire alarms. SDM associate editor Heather Klotz spoke with the Henderson deputy fire chief, who told her, "Over a...

Higher education act addresses campus safety and security.(LEGISLATION)
October 1, 2008... President Bush signed H.R. 4137, the "Higher Education Opportunity Act" into law. The legislation, the first reauthorization of the Higher Education Act in 10 years, contains provisions that affect campus safety and security. The act requires...

Red Hawk hosts "Security Expo 2008".(SDM IN THE FIELD)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Red Hawk, a UTC Fire & Security company, Chicago, hosted Security Expo 2008 in August at the Field Museum in Chicago. "The Field Museum is a wonderful location to hold this event," Red Hawk sales manager Steven Wehofer said. "The Field...

NAPCO acquires lockset manufacturer.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... NAPCO Security Systems Inc., Amityville, N.Y., acquired Marks USA, Amityville, N.Y., the largest independent manufacturer of grade 1 industrial and commercial locksets, according to the company. The purchase expanded NAPCO's door technology...

Axis Communications, Chelmsford, Mass., Bosch Security Systems, Fairport, N.Y., and Sony Corporation, New York, introduced the ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum).(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Axis Communications, Chelmsford, Mass., Bosch Security Systems, Fairport, N.Y., and Sony Corporation, New York, introduced the ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum). ONVIF is committed to accelerating the adoption of network video in the...

National Training Center (NTC).(News Briefs)(Neil Licht appointed as senior trainer)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... National Training Center (NTC), Las Vegas, announced the hiring of Neil Licht as senior trainer. Licht is responsible for instructing NTC courses throughout the United States, as well as leading online webinars. Licht possesses more than 20...

Bosch Security Systems Inc..(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Bosch Security Systems Inc., Fairport, N.Y., announced Gregor Schlechtriem as the new leader for its Intrusion Business Unit. Schlechtriem has been with Bosch since 2004.

Keyscan Access Control Systems.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Keyscan Access Control Systems, Whitby, Ontario, Canada, announced the retirement of John Megarry, director of marketing, after more than 30 years in the electronic security industry. Megarry was with Keyscan 12 years. Steve Dentinger will...

ICR's new sites expected to improve service.(Insider News & Business)(ICRealtime Security Solutions )(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... ICRealtime Security Solutions (ICR), Pompano Beach, Fla., a manufacturer of video surveillance equipment, announced the expansion of its U.S. facilities. ICR relocated its corporate headquarters to a new 25,000-square-foot facility in Pompano...

SIA Statesman Award goes to Hirsch VP.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... The Security Industry Association (SIA), Alexandria, Va., the largest international trade association representing electronic and physical security product manufacturers, specifiers and service providers, presented the SIA Statesman Award to...

AES-IntelliNet.(News Briefs)(contract between AES-IntelliNet and SMG Security Systems )(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... AES-IntelliNet, Peabody, Mass., announced that SMG Security Systems (SMG), Elk Grove Village, Ill., chose its long-range mesh alarm communications system to protect SMG's Chicago-area municipalities. SMG, a full service alarm company, has...

Axis Communications.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Axis Communications, Chelmsford, Mass., announced it named Steve Surfaro as strategic channel manager and security industry liaison. Surfaro has more than 20 years of security industry experience.

Technical Communities.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Technical Communities, San Bruno, Calif., announced that Thomas Mattingly joined the company as director of business development. Mattingly is based in Technical Communities' Washington, D.C. regional office in Herndon, Va.

PSA Security Network.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... PSA Security Network, Westminster, Colo., set the dates for the 2009 PSA-TEC. The conference will take place Monday, May 4 through Friday, May 8 at the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, Ill.

StarDot grants distribution rights for Australia & New Zealand.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... StarDot Technologies, Buena Park, Calif., a manufacturer of network video products, granted exclusive distribution rights to Security Merchants for Australia and New Zealand. Security Merchants is an ASSA ABLOY company and a distributor of...

Need a paperless business management solution? look to Tri-Ed.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... Tri-Ed Distribution partnered with Hind-Site Software LLC to offer its customers the HindSite Solution--a business management system designed for small contractors and dealers. For the past 10 years, HindSite has integrated field and office...

Reach Systems Inc.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Reach Systems Inc., Oakland, Calif., announced the appointment of Nadim Sawaya as the chief operations officer. Nadim has more than 26 years of executive leadership and project management experience in the security and access control...

Cam-Dex Security Corporation.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Cam-Dex Security Corporation, Kansas City, Kan., announced Bonnie Gunter, a former police officer and private investigator, as the company's new business development manager. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Secura Key.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Secura Key, Chatsworth, Calif., announced Jeff Hamilton as technical communications manager. Hamilton has more than 17 years of technical support experience in the access control industry.

Sielox.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Sielox, Runnemede, N.J., appointed Bill Williams as Midwestern regional sales manager. He is responsible for the company's access control systems in 13 states from New Mexico to Illinois.

SecurTek.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... SecurTek, Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada, welcomed GHC Safety and Security Solutions to its authorized dealer network. SecurTek, a wholly owned subsidiary of SaskTel, provides commercial and residential monitoring services to customers across...

Annual telethon raises money for Atlanta Cancer Center.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... More than $1.2 million was raised for the Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders Service of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, announced Ackerman Security Systems, a major sponsor of the event. The money was raised through NewsTalk 750 WSB...

Select Security acquires new accounts.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... Select Security, Lancaster, Pa., purchased nearly 1,000 monitoring and service accounts from Lancaster, Pa.-based WACOR Electronic Systems Inc. and Media, Pa.-based Alarm Capital Alliance, following a financing deal with Bank of America. The...

Adesta opens new regional office.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... Adesta LLC, Omaha, a systems integrator and project management company for communication networks and electronic security systems, announced a new office location in the northern Virginia area to support federal government initiatives, security...

Alarm Funding Associates finalizes $15 million credit facility.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... Alarm Funding Associates, LLC (AFA), West Chester, Pa., announced the successful completion of a $15 million revolving credit facility with Citizens Bank, one of the leading lenders to the security alarm industry, to support its revenue...

Haig completes credit facility; closes restructured total asset purchase.(Insider News & Business)(contract between Haig Service Corp. and TD Banknorth)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Haig Service Corp., Green Brook, N.J., a provider of fire and security alarm services, announced it completed a $1,125,000 term loan facility and $500,000 revolving credit facility with TD Banknorth. The placement closed the negotiated total...

NTC announces National Training Conference.(Insider News & Business)(Conference news)
October 1, 2008... National Training Center (NTC) announced yet one more way it will deliver "the very best in training to the industry" by creating plans for its National Training Conference 2009. National Training Conference is scheduled for February 2 and 3,...

Electronic House Expo (EHX).(Trade Show News)
October 1, 2008... Electronic House Expo (EHX), Arlington, Va., a custom electronic event produced by EH Publishing, Framingham, Mass., will be held at the Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, Calif. in November. The conference will take place Nov. 4 through...

NBFAA welcomes new state-chartered chapter.(Insider News & Business)(National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), Irving, Texas, welcomed the Kansas Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (KBFAA) into the association as a state-chartered chapter. "We're glad to have Kansas as a chapter. Their...

Per Mar rebuilds following summer 2008 flood.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... Per Mar Security Services, Davenport, Iowa, recently completed demolition of its Cedar Rapids, Iowa branch office that was severely damaged during the summer 2008 floods. The Per Mar building was located at 510 First Street SW, directly across...

Security Networks adds RMR.(Insider News & Business)(recurring monthly revenue)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Security Networks, West Palm Beach, Fla., a life safety solutions company providing security monitoring and related services, announced it acquired certain assets of Crime-busters Inc. dba NASA Security. Terms of the deal were not disclosed,...

Companies you should know.(Insider News & Business)(3xLogic)(Editorial)
October 1, 2008... With a new name and a new U.S. office in Westminster, Colo., 3xLogic, the manufacturer of the Vigil line of digital video products is ready to serve the U.S. security market directly. Many users of the Vigil products, which allow clients to...

Micro Key partners to create outdoor security solution.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... Micro Key Software, Kissimmee, Fla., a provider of software solutions for the security alarm industry, announced a partnership with RSI Video Technologies, White Bear Lake, Minn. The partnership offers new outdoor video security solutions by...

Securing new ground 2008.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... The 11th annual Securing New Ground conference is a "must attend" event for business leaders and investors, the conference organizers stated. The event provides opportunities for networking with the security industry's top executives,...

Brivo Systems LLC.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Brivo Systems LLC, Bethesda, Md., announced the appointment of Shayne Bates as executive vice president, Strategy and Global Markets. Bates has operated 30 years internationally in various roles in the IT and security industries of the United...

ADI.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... ADI, Melville, N.Y., announced Jennifer Przewoznik, the company's director of program management, was named in Dealerscope magazine's 2008 Top 40 Under 40: A Look at the Industry's Brightest Young Stars. Przewoznik was recognized for her...

ADI-Burtek.(News Briefs)(ADI-Burtek announcing that dealers can get complete IP-based video surveillance technology at branches )(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... ADI-Burtek announced that dealers can get complete IP-based video surveillance technology at branches across Canada through a new agreement with i3DVR Int'l Inc. i3DVR solutions feature advanced analytics technology. Simple to install and...

Select Security.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Select Security, Lancaster, Pa., announced its recent closing of a new senior secured credit facility from Bank of America in Chicago. The committed loan will provide working capital and acquisition financing for future growth and fuel the...

Tri-Ed Distribution.(News Briefs)(Tri-Ed Distribution appointing Vertical Communications Inc. as a new vendor partner)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Tri-Ed Distribution, Woodbury, N.Y., welcomed Vertical Communications Inc., Cambridge, Mass., a leading provider of telephony suppliers in North America, as a new vendor partner. "Tri-Ed is very proud to add Vertical to our telecomm...

Entrance Controls.(News Briefs)
October 1, 2008... Entrance Controls, Seattle, hired Robert Williamson as operations manager for the company's Seattle office. Williamson has 12 years of commercial security experience.

Companies you should know.(Insider News & Business)
October 1, 2008... Growing is easy at Intransa. The company, headquartered in San Jose, Calif., offers scalable IP storage solutions that start small, but grow whenever companies need them to. It is easy for companies to start pilot programs with just a handful...

Kentucky court protects merchants' property rights.(Security&the Law)
October 1, 2008... In a recent Kentucky case, a woman filed an action against a retail store and its employees for emotional injury sustained as a result of an altercation at the establishment. The plaintiff visited the store, had some film developed and...

Strategic storage: improving sales margins: think IP storage.(Integration Intelligence)
October 1, 2008... The convergence of physical security and information technology allows system integrators to improve margins through larger enterprise deployments. Commodity products can create big sales opportunities, provided they are strategic. Storage is...

The truth about false alarms: efforts to curb false alarms are paying off. As the number of new installations increases, false dispatches decrease.(Special Report)
October 1, 2008... When used properly, an alarm system can be a vital life safety tool. The downside is that, when not used properly, alarm systems can waste precious resources, requiring police to respond when no real emergency is present. At times, this reality...

A panoramic world: in the panoramic world of 360-degree surveillance cameras, you and your customers will get the whole picture, and then some.(Video Surveillance)
October 1, 2008... Although standard image CCTV cameras--both IP and analog--are commonly used in all types of video surveillance applications, two issues are constant concerns. Unless a large quantity of individual cameras are deployed with overlapping fields of...

NFPA 720-2009: 8 points you should know: NFPA 720-2009 is a complete rewrite of the CO detection standard, which now covers commercial occupancies and impacts CO detector development, installation, testing and off-premise signal transmission.(Life Safety)
October 1, 2008... Prior to 2005, NFPA 720, the carbon monoxide (CO) detection standard set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), was little more than a recommendation. Then, in 2005, NFPA 720 was changed from a recommended practice to an...

3 wishes: dealers and integrators ask--and manufacturers respond--about what is desirable and possible in card access today and in the future.(Access Control)
October 1, 2008... If access control dealers and integrators could rub a magic lamp, what three things would they most likely ask for? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Open/non-proprietary/standardized cards that are easier to obtain and use with any system would...

Get up-to-speed on security network fundamentals.(Network Technology)
October 1, 2008... Today's security industry professionals are encountering more IP-technology security projects, yet many of them have not had the opportunity to learn networking from an IT perspective. Fortunately, networking is not a new concept to most...

Extra products mean extra profits: properly promoted, add-ons contribute significantly to dealers' profits.(Home Systems)
October 1, 2008... Dealers of home control, security and theater are bolstering their profits and sharpening their competitive edge by selling "extras." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Installed entertainment and communication products" and the extras that go...

Mounting a campaign for consumer dollars: with home entertainment more cost-effective than going out, consumer dollars can flow to mounting options.(Home Systems Research Report)
October 1, 2008... In today's economy, more and more products are competing for consumers' discretionary income. As consumers try to tighten their household budgets, they are forced to prioritize various expenditures, placing greater focus on the household's...

Universal Ultra-Thin mounts.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... Peerless Industries Inc. announced the launch of its Slimline Ultra-Thin Universal Mounting Solutions. At only 0.4 inches thin, these mounts bring a screen closer to the wall. The new Slimline Ultra-Thin Universal Mounts deliver a virtually...

Motorized cantilever mount.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... The new Motion52 and Lift42 motorized systems round out OmniMount's line of mounting solutions. The Motion52 and Lift42 offer consumers reliable and affordable options in motorized mounting. The MotionPicture large motorized cantilever mount,...

In-wall boxes.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... A marriage of form and flexibility, the new Premier Mounts in-wall boxes (INW-AM200 and INW-AM325) satisfy the interior designer and couch potato in every household. Specifically designed for use with Premier Mounts' most popular universal...

Universal Enclosure.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... To meet growing consumer demand, Premier Mounts introduces a Universal Enclosure for indoor and outdoor mounting of flat-panel displays. It works both inside and outside with the same casing. Ideally suited for home entertainment, hospitality,...

Flat panel wall mount.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... Video Mount Products has designed its new PDM-W universal flat panel wall mount for numerous on-wall applications. Now shipping, the 45-degree articulating PDM-W can hold 42- to 63-inch flat screens up to 180 lbs. Video Mount Products designed...

Automated Swing-Arm mount.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... Chief Manufacturing released the new CM7 Automated Swing Arm Mount, the latest addition to Chief's Cinematic Series. The CM7, backed by CLO Systems, provides automated positioning at the touch of a button. Designed for 40-in. to 63-in....

TV mounting systems.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... Salamander Designs Ltd. introduces a broad new family of premium high-performance TV mounting systems. The mounts are available in several series, including Dyno, PilotMotion, Flexo, Plano, Luna Ceiling and Zoom Desk mounts, plus Synchro...

Display Wall Mounts.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... Made of solid steel, V7's Universal Combo Display Wall Mounts are available in two sizes, one accommodating 23- to 37-in. displays and the other 37- to 60-in. displays. Businesses can use the TV wall mounts to display flat-panel TVs in waiting...

Wall mount for small TVs.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... Sanus Systems announces three new products to its VisionMount full-motion mount category for small TVs. The new SF203, SF208 and SF213 feature Sanus' Virtual Axis tilt technology that allows smooth, effortless tilting at the touch of a finger....

Side speaker mounts.(spotlight on MOUNTS)
October 1, 2008... Sanus Systems is now shipping two new VisionMount side-speaker mounts for flat-panel speakers. The LAS1A for large and the XAS1A for extra-large flat-panel TV mounts attach directly to select Sanus VisionMount full-motion wall and ceiling...

2009 guide to distributors: locate distributors of security and related low-voltage products with this guide, also published online at www.sdmmag.com. Besides contact information, you'll find the various products and services offered by the companies included in the listing to help you quickly find which distributor offers exactly what you need.(Directory)
October 1, 2008... A-1 Alarm Supply, International [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Miami, FL Phone: (305) 639-2454 * FAX: (305) 639-3321 www.a1alarm.com Products: * Access control * Fire alarms * Integrated systems * Low-voltage...

Access control solution: Novo Nordisk streamlines visitor management with self-enrolling kiosk.(Technology @ Work)
October 1, 2008... The lobby of the Princeton, N.J.-based U.S. headquarters of Novo Nordisk is a busy one. The high-profile pharmaceutical company, which is a world leader in the area of diabetes, gets hundreds of visitors a day, each of whom must be met in the...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies.(PROJECTS in the News)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies was awarded a contract by the University of Texas-Dallas for its new student housing building. Ultimately the company will replace the access control system presently used and install a new system that...

IndigoVision.(PROJECTS in the News)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... IndigoVision's integrated IP video technology was deployed as part of a massive CCTV central monitoring and recording project for First Capital Connect (FCC), one of the UK's newest train operating companies. FCC operates trains between London,...

IP camera programming: security through obscurity.(Security NetWorkings)
October 1, 2008... One of the four "magic keys" needed to program any IP-enabled video camera, DVR, or other physical security device onto a network is the port or ports numbers. The TCP/IP protocol suite supports a total of 65,535 individual port numbers. In...

Camera conundrum.(Five Minute Tech Quiz)
October 1, 2008... 1. DV1-01 is an ANSI standard for Digital Video Interface. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] a. True b. False 2. Which of the following is an Internet protocol-based storage networking standard? a. TCP/IP b. iSCSI c. RAID...

Integration: new standard provides integration framework.(Technology Solutions & Skills)(Security Industry Association issues standards for developing surveillance video products)
October 1, 2008... When the Security Industry Association (SIA) set out several years ago to develop a standard for integrating surveillance video products, participants soon realized that the project would need to be broader in scope than what was initially...

Four-factor authentication system meets government standards.(Technology Solutions & Skills)
October 1, 2008... AMAG Technology, Codebench and Datastrip partnered to develop a deeply integrated, government-approved authentication application. As a result of Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD) 12, employees and contractors of government...

Online NICET Fire Level 1 training.(Technology Solutions & Skills)(National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies )(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... The CMOOR Group, a full service education and training provider that has developed numerous interactive Web-based eLearning solutions, rolled out NICET Fire Level 1 Certification Prep Training Series, an online 15-course program that uses...

OpenEye, a digital video recorder and surveillance equipment manufacturer, selected Tri-Ed Distribution as its premier North American distributor.(TECH BRIEFS)
October 1, 2008... OpenEye, a digital video recorder and surveillance equipment manufacturer, selected Tri-Ed Distribution as its premier North American distributor. OpenEye is known worldwide for quality products offering intuitive operation and ease of use....

iSee Video EOP.(TECH BRIEFS)
October 1, 2008... iSee Video EOP surveillance technology, which allows consumers to view their homes or businesses from a personal computer or Web-enabled cell phone, is now available through Alarm Lock distributors. Distributors will be able to purchase the...

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America.(TECH BRIEFS)
October 1, 2008... Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America is now offering a three-year limited warranty on its DX-TL4U four-input digital video recorder. Previously, Mitsubishi supported the DX-TL4U DVR with a two-year limited warranty in conjunction with its...

Linear discontinues some products, offers next generation.(Technology Solutions & Skills)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Linear LLC, Carlsbad, Calif., a manufacturer of telephone entry, access control, gate operator and radio control products, announced that its AM/II, AE-1 and AE-2, which have been serving the access control market since 1996, will be...

CompTIA Security+ surpasses 50,000-certified milestone.(Technology Solutions & Skills)(Survey)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... More than 50,000 information technology (IT) professionals around the world have now earned Security+ certification from the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), a worldwide IT association. The vendor-neutral certification...

SightLogix.(TECH BRIEFS)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... SightLogix now offers a white paper titled "Pre-Emptive Economical Security for Perimeters & Outdoor Areas" aimed at security professionals who need to secure outdoor areas, perimeters or buffer zones. The white paper provides information on...

Elk Products.(TECH BRIEFS)
October 1, 2008... Elk Products launched a new Web site and offers an updated print catalog. The new Web page design splits the site into separate consumer and professional sides. The professional side of the site is the company's traditional Web site with the...

Codebench.(TECH BRIEFS)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Codebench received Lenel factory certification for its PIVCheck Product Suite, a cardholder validation solution for HSPD-12 compliance with automated OnGuard registration and certificate management. PIVCheck Plus provides three-factor...

Flex-Mount gate lock bracket system.(Editor's Choice)
October 1, 2008... Securitron Magnalock Corp. released the Flex-Mount bracket system, a product designed to work with the company's M62FG Magnalock and GL1 Gate Lock (1,200 lb. and 2,000 lb. holding force, respectively) in commercial gate applications. When...

New weatherproof pushbutton.(Products & Services)
October 1, 2008... The new 6170 Series weatherproof pushbutton from DynaLock features a commercial-grade switch assembly, rated watertight to IP68 and completely sealed against moisture and dust intrusion. It is designed to withstand outdoor exposure to the...

Web-enabled device helps cut energy consumption.(Products & Services)
October 1, 2008... Honeywell introduced the Energy Internet Connection Module (ICM), a device designed to help home and business owners conserve up to 15 percent of their energy use by managing their consumption online. By logging onto a secure Web site, users...

High quality cable & accessory products.(Products & Services)
October 1, 2008... Structured Cable Products (SCP) offers new high-quality cables and interconnects for HDMI, access control security, audio, specialized control and pre-wire speaker installation. For the fast growing security market, SCP released two new bundled...

Speakers & speaker strobes are installer-friendly.(Products & Services)
October 1, 2008... System Sensor's SpectrAlert Advance product line has expanded with a new generation of SpectrAlert Advance speakers and speaker strobes. These new speakers feature the System Sensor plug-in design that significantly reduces ground faults during...

4-door intelligent controller.(Products & Services)
October 1, 2008... Continental's Superterm-4 provides expandable intelligent controller technology for one to four doors. This FIPS-compliant, distributed, processor-based panel is capable of processing 256-bit cards from card to controller to software and...

Simple enclosure secures security system power.(Products & Services)
October 1, 2008... Honeywell Power Products introduced a protective enclosure for AC plug-in transformers to help security installers avoid the all-too-common problem of accidental system shut-downs. The HPTCOVER mounts over any duplex wall receptacle and can be...