Security and parking facilities go hand in hand. Although lots may seem benign, the FBI reports that more than 6% of all violent crime takes place in a parking lot or garage. For property crimes like theft and vandalism, that number rises to roughly 10%. With these figures in mind, it’s clear that parking lot […]
Join Us at the 2nd Annual Cannabis Expo, Chicago!
Posted on June 22nd, 2021 by SMGManage
Next week SMG Security will be rubbing shoulders with some of the biggest names in the cannabis industry at the Chicago Cannabis Industrial Marketplace Summit & Expo. The event, which takes place June 24-25, 2021 just outside Chicago in Villa Park, is the largest cannabis business expo in the Midwest. This second annual cannabis expo […]
What To Do When Trapped In An Elevator
Posted on April 27th, 2021 by SMGManage
For many of us, riding in elevators is a daily occurrence. We step in, press the button for our floor, then step out again when the door opens without giving the ride a second thought. But like any machine, elevators don’t always work as intended. If the elevator doors won’t open, it’s important to know […]
How Fire Alarm Systems Work?
Posted on January 28th, 2021 by SMGManage
For commercial buildings, fire alarms can be broken down into two kinds of systems: conventional and addressable. Conventional systems will sound the alarms when they sense a fire, but can only provide a limited amount of information. Addressable fire alarms can provide greater fire protection by offering precise data about the location and intensity of […]
Are Home Security Systems Worth the Money?
Posted on December 29th, 2020 by SMGManage
Buying a home is typically the biggest investment you’ll make in your life. That fact alone should be a clear indication that, yes, having a home security system installed is worth the money. Security companies have moved beyond burglar alarm systems and security cameras. The rate of home burglaries has actually dropped dramatically over the […]
