ESA Secures Major Court Victory Over FTC’s Negative Option Rule

ESA Secures Major Court Victory Over FTC’s Negative Option Rule

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...
Lithium in Life Safety: How Power-Sonic Batteries Keep Medical Carts Moving

Lithium in Life Safety: How Power-Sonic Batteries Keep Medical Carts Moving

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...
The Critical Role of First Responders in the Electronic Security Industry

The Critical Role of First Responders in the Electronic Security Industry

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...
An Update on the Ever-Changing Cybersecurity Threat

An Update on the Ever-Changing Cybersecurity Threat

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...
Honoring Service Through Scholarship: ESA Announces 2025 Winners

Honoring Service Through Scholarship: ESA Announces 2025 Winners

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...
ESX 2026 Will Embrace Southern Charm with a Touch of Sparkle

ESX 2026 Will Embrace Southern Charm with a Touch of Sparkle

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...
Dependable Power in Critical Moments: The Power-Sonic Advantage

Dependable Power in Critical Moments: The Power-Sonic Advantage

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...
Welcome Our Newest June Integrator Members of 2025

Welcome Our Newest June Integrator Members of 2025

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...
How Innovations Are Elevating Security for End Users

How Innovations Are Elevating Security for End Users

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...
Why the FCC Must Protect the Lower 900 MHz Band

Why the FCC Must Protect the Lower 900 MHz Band

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,...