Simplex Time Recorder Company, USA. The leading manufacturers of fire alarm detection, access control/security, central clock systems, nurse call systems, from small fire controls and detection equipment to large microprocessor digitally based systems incorporating building management/voice annunciation systems. The latest systems offer full integration of "Simplex" security/access control, Fire Alarm, Photo badging, and CCTV equipment to a single VDU with graphics and/or touch screen control. Website : www.simplexnet.com

ABB i-bus® EIB/KNX, Germany ABB i-bus® is the intelligent building installation system that meets the highest standards, being both future-orientated and highly flexible. ABB i-bus® provides increased security, economic efficiency, convenience and flexibility, whether in offcie buildings, industrial plants or residential properties. Website : www.abb.com/eib

Alerton Technologies Inc., USA. Leading manufacturer of BMS systems. Alerton is the pioneer of Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment. Their fully automated systems are found all over the world in thousands of buildings of all types and sizes, including large office buildings, office parks, government facilities, hospitals, industrial and manufacturing facilities, schools, and hotels. Website : www.alerton.com

Merlaud, France. MERLAUD offers a wide range of versatile products dedicated for PA system management. Signal processing, signal switching and full-path surveillance are built-in functions. Each time a PA system is specified with a high level of requirements an appropriate solution is found selecting among their different lines. Additionally MERLAUD is capable to adapt and develop specialised products to answer any specific requirement for complex PA systems. The MERLAUD range of microphones and Control Desks includes PC based virtual units, Fully Digital Microphones assembly, hand-held microphones and paging desks with or without integrated electronics. Website : www.merlaud.com

Motorola BCS, USA. The year 1948 marked the foundation of the company that today is known globally as Motorola Connected Home Solutions (formerly known as Motorola Broadband). Back then, the notion of connecting homes to a wired network that delivered television programming was a radically new concept. Today, the evolution of those first television networks keeps consumers informed, entertained, and connected like never before - through digital content, high-speed Internet access, video telephony, and more. Website : broadband.motorola.com

Vicon, UK. Vicon Industries designs, manufactures, assembles and markets a wide range of video systems and system components used for surveillance, security, safety, and control purposes by a broad group of end-users. The Company' products are typically used by end-users as a crime deterrent, for visual documentation, observing inaccessible or hazardous areas, increasing safety, managing control systems and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of personnel. Website : www.vicon-cctv.com

Inotec, Germany INOTEC, is a company with the target to realise innovative and customer-oriented developments in the field of emergency and safety lighting systems. Their products are found in: airports, hotels, shopping malls, places of assembly, work places, cinemas, theatre - generally in all buildings where people meet. Website : www.inotec-licht.de/

Airsense Technology Limited, UK. Manufacturers of Stratos HSSD High sensitivity Smoke Detection Equipment.AirSense Technology manufactures the most comprehensive range of aspirating smoke detection products.Airsense is the recipient of of the Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade. This second major award reflects the commitment, hard work and superior technology embodied in their products, which maintain their position as the world's foremost early fire-detection company. This award is vindication of AirSense's philosophy to supply products that not only meet, but exceed their customers' expectations. The Queen's Awards are the highest accolade that can be bestowed upon a UK business. They are recognised as the gold standard of corporate achievement, and are awarded only to those with a proven record of excellence. Website : www.airsense.co.uk

ADOS GmbH, FRG Founded in 1900, ADOS is the manufacturers of the ADOS gas analysis and warning systems for industry and domestic use. ADOS are pioneers in measurement techniques. ADOS offers specialised solutions for measurement tasks for industry and building technology. Website : www.ados.de

Urmet, Italy. Urmet Domus company is the leading Italian company specialised in the home communications and office automation sector. Its areas of activity are home entryphones, video entryphones, digital technology systems for integrating services, and integrated phone/entryphone systems. Derived from the Video Entryphone Division of Urmet S.p.A, one of Italy's leading companies in the telecommunications sector, the URMET DOMUS trademark, certified ISO9001, has been a synonym for quality standards, product reliability and completeness of the range since 1996, in a scenario of constant attention to the specific characteristics of the home and of safe modern offices. Website : www.urmetdomus.it/en/default.asp

Kathrein, Germany. The KATHREIN-Werke KG is the world's largest antenna producing enterprise with the longest standing tradition of all marketing competitors, and a leading high tech telecommunications company. Nowadays, Kathrein products epitomise quality and reliability. Know-how and 85 years of experience have made Kathrein one of the market leaders in the product ranges: satellite receiving systems and antenna systems for terrestrial reception, antenna systems for fixed cellular phone network, transmission and reception antennas for analogue and digital TV and radio , combiner systems, broadband communications systems, radio antennas and receiving systems for mobile use, and vehicle and portable antennas and automotive electronics. Website : www.kathrein.com

Federal Signal Integrated Systems, UK. Federal Signal Integrated Systems is heralded as the world's leading supplier of communication and security equipment and systems for offshore, industrial and municipal facilities. The Integrated Systems Team is totally committed to responding to customer demand for value-added engineering and design services. The Team's specialized expertise in hazardous location, telecommunications, fiber optics and radio communication networks translates into cost-effective system designs and productive solutions for broad scope of applications and emergency signaling requirements. Website : www.fs-isys.com

Powertronix, Italy. Powertronix is an Italian company which has been producing Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) characterized by a highly innovative component since 1985. The flexibility of the project and production department makes it possible to put an average of 3 new products a year. Powertronix is based on its own philosophy of research, widely tested and rigorously aimed at a production of high quality and reliability. The entire production process is monitored regularly and developed according to a system of quality insurance based on the EN ISO9001 regulation. Website : www.powertronix.biz

Exicom Technologies Limited, New Zealand. Exicom VHF and UHF point-to-point wireless communication links keep people and businesses connected in remote, hard to reach regions in over 100 countries around the world. Whether providing a data and voice connection from an oil platform in the North Sea or connecting villages in southern Africa to the outside world, Exicom Technologies Limited is a leading provider of point-to-point wireless communications that meet the requirements of remote customers worldwide. Our success in meeting customer needs in many different industry categories is due to the provision of a reliable range of spectrally efficient VHF and UHF radios that operate over significant terrestrial distance in a wide range of weather and environmental conditions. Website : www.exicom.co.nz

Infra, France. The company INFRA offers a wide range of high performance optical, inductive, capacitive and magnetic sensors that provide solutions to many industrial detection problems. A thirty-year experience in designing and in manufacturing sensors for industry has made INFRA the leader in developing innovative ideas for the production of optical sensors since the beginning of the1970’s. Due to the knowledge the company gained over the years, INFRA continues his innovative challenge to exceed the heights of automation and flexibility already achieved. Website : www.infrainternational.com

Lonsto International Limited, UK. Lonsto International Limited was founded in 1970 with the vision to enhance and improve customer service within the United Kingdom at a time when there were few, if any, Systems in place. Their main aim was to control customer flow and traffic, which lead Lonsto to revolutionize retail environments and bring a new order to a variety of institutional markets. Queue Management Systems from Lonsto have set a standard for over 30 years. Lonsto has been awarded prestigious contracts with major high street banks such as Barclays, Natwest and Midland and were the first to introduce Queue Management Systems to Government Agencies such as Job Centres, National Health Trusts, Tourist Boards, Hospitals and the Passport Office. Website : www.lonsto.co.uk

Electrovision, UK. ELECTROVISION Ltd was formed in 1980 and over its 22 year history has established itself as one of the leading lighting and disco distribution companies in the UK. In 2000 they purchased the Altai Group and in 2002 brought NJD under the Electrovision umbrella giving them greater purchasing power enabling them to provide a much larger catalogue at greater discounts. Website : www.electrovision.co.uk

Claude Lyons, UK. The Claude Lyons Group was founded in 1918 and is still in private ownership. Since their early days they have been innovators in areas related to voltage control, instruments and test equipment. Operating as a global exporter with many years experience they have become a world leader in the field of voltage stabilisers, power conditioning and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS). Over the years they have acquired considerable knowledge and understanding of their customers' power problems and are acknowledged by many as the world specialist in voltage stabilizers. Website : www.claudelyons.co.uk

Newgate, UK. Newgate is regarded as one of the UK's leading specialists in security gates and traffic barriers. The companies reputation in the UK has been achieved over many years through the ability to design, manufacture, install, repair and maintain its security gates and traffic barriers, using their own skilled engineers. The product range includes rising arm traffic barriers, road blockers, turnstiles and a range of security gates including pedestrian, swing and sliding gates. All of which are tailormade to suit individual requirements and specification. Website : www.newgate.uk.com

Multitone, UK. Multitone is a leading international supplier of wireless communication systems. They provide solutions to organisations that require mission critical communications that lives depend on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Multitone's systems have been installed worldwide which has led to their international reputation for communications in healthcare, emergency services and many blue-chip organisations. They have recently developed new integrated technologies to solve its customers' complex wireless-communication demands. Multitone remains a world leader in providing wireless turnkey communications solutions to its customers. With Multitone’s acknowledged expertise in network and communication systems integration, you can rest assured that we will design the optimum solution for your business. Whether your needs demand paging, cordless telephony, lone worker protection or a multi-platform solution incorporating PBX, LAN or WAN, Multitone systems are capable of successfully meeting those demands. Website : www.multitone.com

Apollo, USA. Located in Southern California, Apollo offers the world's most innovative security solutions. Significant company resources are invested in the research and development of electronic security systems to maintain the technological leadership position Apollo has earned in the competitive security market. Apollo specializes in providing the complete security solution for large and mid-size projects, as well as offer advanced solutions for smaller projects with expansion potential. Apollo systems integrate access control, alarm, fire protection, CCTV, badging and third party subsystems. From small single door facilities to multiple sites with thousands of users, Apollo has the solution. Website : www.apollo-security.com