FM Approvals 2023
Guard Tronic was proud to host O’Kyle Corridon, auditor from FM Approvals, this past Friday, May 12, 2023. Factor Mutual is a third-party verification national regional testing laboratory (NRTL), much like Underwriters Laboratories. Guard Tronic is one of the few...
FARA Symposium 2023
False alarms are one of the biggest challenges for alarm companies and our customers. Most police agencies believe that 95-99% of alarm calls are false alarms. Guard Tronic has been affiliated with the False Alarm Reduction Association since 2010. FARA is composed...
Mae West
“Getting old is NOT for the faint of heart” - Mae West Caring for aging loved ones isn’t easy either! We want them to be independent as long as possible, but also want them to be safe. Indoor cameras will help you keep an eye on your loved ones, making sure they are...
Got Cameras?
One of the biggest reasons for installing a camera / surveillance system is to be able to see and identify the people, animals, vehicles, and whatever else shows up in the video. So why do some systems look like you’re tracking the Loch Ness Monster? There are three...
James Page Update
James Page began working in Guard Tronic’s central station in March 2010. He very quickly became one of our most reliable, productive operators. He rose through the ranks and has spent the last six years as first shift supervisor. This past January, James received...
Expert
What kind of expert do you want working on your security? The person that barely passed the minimal requirements to be licensed or the person teaching the licensing courses? Several Guard Tronic employees donate their time to educating others entering the electronic...
XTL+ Video
Burglary, robbery fire system UL Listed Cell and/or network communicator Z-Wave Compatible Operates remotely via the best smart phone app in the industry Made in America Backed by a company with over 64 years experience Check out the most advanced small system in the...
Pet Immune Motion Sensors
To get back at Guard Tronic for taking their jobs, many guard dogs have resorted to attempting to generate false dispatches by tripping our clients’ motion detectors. But once again, technology wins! Guard Tronic uses a technologically advanced motion sensor that...
National Puppy Day
We couldn’t let National Puppy Day go by without apologizing to all the guard dogs for taking their jobs. In our defense, alarm systems are: Less expensive to purchase Require no dog food or daily maintenance Leave no “presents” in the house or back yard Won’t lick an...
Bracket
What qualities do you look for when completing your bracket? Speed? Recent past performance? Dynasty or history? Ability to overcome tough obstacles? Being the hometown favorite? We think these same qualities, along with a few others like security and trustworthiness,...
Ring Problems
Ring customers beware! Ring may be having more problems with unauthorized access to their customers' data. In the article linked below, ALPHV has claimed to breach Ring Security and is threatening to release customer information. Article
Stop the Cancellation
Cancellation of monitored alarm systems is down! Customers are less likely to cancel a service they feel has value. You may be content to pay $125.00 / month for a smartphone contract and be unhappy paying $25.00 for alarm system monitoring. Why? You are using...
James Page
Frequent callers to Guard Tronic may have noticed that they haven’t spoken to James in a while. He has been busy taking care of himself. He did find time to stop by today and cheer up his co-workers, and whip some of them back into shape. We very much look forward...
CPI Security Wins Lawsuit
It matters who you chose to protect your family, home, and business. If your alarm company is constantly in the news, maybe you should find a new company.... Vivint has been in the news several times in the last few years by losing several prominent lawsuits in the...
Spring Break 2023
As you plan your trip for spring break, prepare your home for you leaving as well. A fire alarm system will detect several different fire signatures, like smoke, heat, or flame. A burglar alarm system keeps your valuables yours. A video doorbell allows you to speak...
Cookie Cutter Systems
There are several television commercials currently circulating about how their product or service is custom-made for you. The manufacturer will then show you their all-time best selling coffee flavor, or their most common package available on the automobile they are...
Tax Refund 2023
What are you going to do with your tax refund money? Will you do something fun? Maybe take a trip? New technology, like the latest phone, computer, or tablet? Is it time to invest in a new car? Since many don’t plan to get a sizeable refund, we will treat it like...
Biggest False Alarm Day of the Year
Happy Biggest False Alarm Day of the Year (also known as Valentine's Day)! Valentine's Day has more false alarms than any other day....and it isn't even close. People buy their loved ones Mylar balloons and leave them in front of motion detectors while they celebrate...
Real Security
What sometimes looks like the real thing turns out to be a fake. Video doorbells and cameras are great tools for security for your home or business. But if the manufacturer turns over the video from these devices to anyone other than the customer, it isn’t really...
System is Broken
Using a broken system to get a fire alarm installed in a new building usually leads to a broken fire alarm system. New fire alarm systems are typically installed by a fire alarm contractor, doing work for an electrical contractor, doing work for a general contractor,...
Central Station
"Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds." This saying about the United States Postal Service, but is also true for Guard Tronic's Central Station Operators. Because of this week's...