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Lutron Opens Entries for Excellence Awards
Lutron Electronics is calling for entries for its 14th annual Excellence Awards recognizing the best use of lighting, shade and temperature controls. Deadline for entries is August 12. Winners named at CEDIA 2016.
5 Exhibitors Making a Splash at UK’s Essential Install Live
The custom install and home automation tradeshow wrapped up this week in the U.K. with several new product launches. Here are a few that U.S. dealers should keep on their radar.
Ingram Micro Acquired by Tianjin Tianhai, to Become Part of HNA Group
The $6 billion transaction will enable Ingram Micro to accelerate strategic investments, adding expertise, capabilities and geographic reach.
Contemporary Santa Barbara Home Brings Indoor & Outdoor Automation Together
In order to bring two home automation zones together without compromising space, integration firm Mission Audio Video worked closely with the home’s interior designer to selectively hide the technology at play.
This Atlanta Penthouse Is Part Living Room, Part Home Theater
This enormous living room turned home theater has floor-to-ceiling windows with a city view. It could have been a nightmare for the integrator, but this local installer made it work.
Want to Build a Strong Social Media Presence? Follow These 10 Steps
Custom integrators can win back that influence in the marketplace with this blend of ten offensive and defensive social media tactics to promote their business.
How “Secret Life of Pets” Movie Is Making Home Automation & Security Mainstream
Comcast launches marketing campaign around Universal’s new animated film “Secret Life of Pets” complete with movie screenings, smart home tours and new features on Xfinity Home system.
5 Cheap and Easy Ways to Impress Your Security Customers Today
It’s the little things that make all the difference. These small physical security improvements involve little to no cost and minimal effort but make a big impression on clients.
Comcast and Alarm.com Acquire Parts of Icontrol
Leading SHaaS (smart home as a service) provider Icontrol will be acquired by Comcast/Xfinity and longtime competitor Alarm.com.
Integrator Pumps Up 14-Zone Sonos with Custom Amps, Network, Power, Control, Faceplates
On this messy takeover job, Harry Blanchard of Creative Systems in Collegeville, Pa., boosted Sonos sound with high-performance gear from AudioControl, Ruckus, WattBox and custom Middle Atlantic faceplates.
Tell CEDIA About Your Biz, Get $999 Reward
CEDIA, the trade organization for home technology integrators, is asking dealers to participate in the annual industry size and scope survey.