July 8th marked a win for the Electronic Security Association in the U.S Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit as they successfully challenged the Federal Trade Commission’s Negative Option Rule alongside a group of petitioners including the US Chamber...
In healthcare, every second counts. Whether it's administering care, accessing patient records, or delivering medication, clinical staff rely on tools that are always ready to perform. Behind the scenes, one essential element makes this mobility and efficiency possible: reliable battery...
By Kevin Stone In today’s world of digital innovation and high-tech surveillance, electronic security systems such as alarm panels and CCTV systems form the backbone of residential, commercial, and institutional safety. But while technology plays a crucial role in detecting...
By Crystal Jacobs, Lead Partner at Security America As we continue to witness digital transformation across industries, the frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks have escalated. Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting vulnerabilities and targeting businesses, governments, and individuals. The most recent cybersecurity...
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) is pleased to announce the recipient of its 2025 Youth Scholarship Program. Launched in 1996, the ESA Youth Scholarship Program was developed to support the children of first responders such as police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs. The...
By Merlin Guilbeau I’m excited to announce that Irving, Texas will host the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) conference and trade show, taking place June 1-4, 2026. The event will be held at the state-of-the-art Irving Convention Center, located in the...
In life safety and security, failure isn’t an option. Whether it’s a fire alarm panel, emergency lighting, or access control system, these critical applications rely on power that’s dependable, safe, and ready to perform when every second counts. During a...
This month we have had 29 new integrator members join the association! Here are all the new Integrators that have joined ESA in June. Welcome to the ESA Community! Many electronic security and life safety integrator members join ESA for...
Recent technological innovations and capabilities are providing end users across various industry sectors with a whole range of benefits never before available. Among them, quicker response times, more data intelligence, improved operational efficiencies, and more. Here, some leading industry manufacturers...
The Lower 900 MHz band (902–928 MHz) is a vital portion of spectrum regulated under FCC Part 15. It supports a thriving ecosystem of unlicensed, low-power wireless devices used every day in alarm systems, medical alerts, smoke detectors, security panels,...