by KMB Communications | Mar 20, 2022 | Access Networks
Delivering even greater protection to enterprise-grade home networks is Access Networks’ addition of the next-generation Sophos XGS Series firewall/router.
LOS ANGELES, CA – Access Networks, the premier enterprise-grade networking solutions provider, continues to strengthen the cybersecurity capabilities of its custom Core Systems with the integration of Sophos’ next-generation firewall/router. The XGS Series from Sophos delivers a new level of performance and protection to home networks against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Given the steady increase in work- and learn-from-home environments, the addition of an advanced firewall comes at an opportune time. Systems integrators can now offer households the same degree of visibility, protection, and performance as corporations.
“Thanks to the utilization of dual processors, the XGS Series firewall/router provides not only greater protection against malware, ransomware, viruses, and other threats, but enables faster data throughput for networks of all sizes and scopes,” says Nathan Holmes, Senior Manager, Training at Snap One. “The dual processor gives even small networking systems the high throughput historically only possible with high-end systems. Home networks can achieve an unprecedented level of performance, helping integrators deploy and end-users enjoy the best networking experiences possible. And it’s not just computers that benefit. Anything that’s on the network—security cameras, electronic door locks, smart TVs, and other IoT devices—is safeguarded from infection.”
The Sophos XGS Series firewall is available now as a component of Access Networks’ highly acclaimed custom Core System. Dealers interested in learning more about Access Networks’ advanced firewall protection can visit https://www.accessnetworks.com/connect-with-us/contact-us/.
About Access Networks
Access Networks, a Snap One brand, is the premier enterprise-grade networking solutions provider for the modern smart home. We design and maintain sophisticated network solutions based on a simple premise: keeping our customers connected. Access Networks assists custom integrators and system designers by working to specify, select, source, and configure the networking gear before it is shipped to the project site. From design and deployment to service after the sale, we are here to ensure our network solutions meet the bandwidth demands of today’s AV and control components and enhance the overall technology experience. Visit Access Networks at www.accessnetworks.com and follow on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
Media Contact
For interviews, editorial appointments, or media tours, please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing katye@kmbcomm.com.
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by KMB Communications | Mar 18, 2022 | Leon Speakers
Showcasing superior craftsmanship and AV integration, winning Install of the Year entries feature creative applications of Leon’s range of design-forward AV solutions.
[Ann Arbor, MI] – March 18, 2022 – Leon Speakers celebrates some of the most stunning applications of its design-forward AV solutions in its 2021 Install of the Year Contest. Eight installations, each featuring a specific Leon product, were chosen as award winners. From contemporary family rooms to office conference rooms to well-appointed dealer showrooms, the victorious installations marry form and function through impressively integrated soundbars, motorized artwork, and other custom AV solutions from Leon’s extensive product portfolio. The eight winning projects were chosen from a large pool of candidates submitted by integration firms from across the country. They will be featured in an upcoming post on the Leon blog, on Leon’s website, and across all of Leon’s social media platforms.
Winners of the 2021 Leon Install of the Year Contest include:
Advanced ESI, Best Media Décor Moving Art
Best Buy, Customization of the Year
Boca Tech and Automation, Best FrameBar
Quality Audio Video, Best Showroom
Iconic Systems, Best Eclipse Art Lift
Livewire, Best TcFIT-U
Monarch AV, Best Horizon Soundbar
Sigma AVIT, Best Commercial Project
“It’s exciting and inspiring to see how integrators are utilizing our products and the high level of ingenuity and craftsmanship they’re applying to beautifully fuse a range of Leon AV solutions into a wide variety of environments,” says Noah Kaplan, owner and founder of Leon Speakers. “These stunning installations remind us of the key role integrators play in Leon’s success and demonstrate to designers, architects, builders, and integrators how technology and design can co-exist gracefully in luxury homes and commercial settings.”
Learn more about Leon’s custom AV solutions on Leon’s website and view other custom projects at Leon’s Custom Shop gallery.
About Leon Speakers
Leon brings a creative approach to AV by designing and manufacturing customizable speakers and technology concealment solutions that enhance the sound and style of any space. For 25 years, the company has been a leader in the conversation about merging design with technology, creating innovative products that serve both the Residential and Commercial markets. Learn more by visiting www.leonspeakers.com and by following @leonspeakers on social media.
Download images of award-winning projects here.
Media Contacts
Press Contact: Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications, (425) 328-8640 or katye@kmbcomm.com
Company Contact: Carolyn Ceccoli, Sales & Marketing Director at Leon Speakers, (734) 926-4092 or cceccoli@leonspeakers.com
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by KMB Communications | Mar 2, 2022 | Access Networks
Delivering even greater protection to enterprise-grade home networks is Access Networks’ addition of the next-generation Sophos XGS Series firewall/router.
LOS ANGELES, CA (March 2, 2022) – Access Networks, the premier enterprise-grade networking solutions provider, continues to strengthen the cybersecurity capabilities of its custom Core Systems with the integration of Sophos’ next-generation firewall/router. The XGS Series from Sophos delivers a new level of performance and protection to home networks against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Given the steady increase in work- and learn-from-home environments, the addition of an advanced firewall comes at an opportune time. Systems integrators can now offer households the same degree of visibility, protection, and performance as corporations.
“Thanks to the utilization of dual processors, the XGS Series firewall/router provides not only greater protection against malware, ransomware, viruses, and other threats, but enables faster data throughput for networks of all sizes and scopes,” says Nathan Holmes, Senior Manager, Training at Snap One. “The dual processor gives even small networking systems the high throughput historically only possible with high-end systems. Home networks can achieve an unprecedented level of performance, helping integrators deploy and end-users enjoy the best networking experiences possible. And it’s not just computers that benefit. Anything that’s on the network—security cameras, electronic door locks, smart TVs, and other IoT devices—is safeguarded from infection.”
The Sophos XGS Series firewall is available now as a component of Access Networks’ highly acclaimed custom Core System. Dealers interested in learning more about Access Networks’ advanced firewall protection can visit https://www.accessnetworks.com/connect-with-us/contact-us/.
About Access Networks
Access Networks, a Snap One brand, is the premier enterprise-grade networking solutions provider for the modern smart home. We design and maintain sophisticated network solutions based on a simple premise: keeping our customers connected. Access Networks assists custom integrators and system designers by working to specify, select, source, and configure the networking gear before it is shipped to the project site. From design and deployment to service after the sale, we are here to ensure our network solutions meet the bandwidth demands of today’s AV and control components and enhance the overall technology experience. Visit Access Networks at www.accessnetworks.com and follow on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
Media Contact
For interviews, editorial appointments, or media tours, please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing katye@kmbcomm.com.
All products, product names, trademarks, and registrations mentioned are the property of their respective owners, all rights reserved.
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by KMB Communications | Feb 22, 2022 | ByDesign Vision & Sound
ByDesign receives prestigious industry awards for multiple years in a row, signifying its exceptional sales of boutique custom AV brands and proven customer service.
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (February 17, 2022) – ByDesign Vision & Sound Marketing —leading manufacturers representative firm in the customer audio/video and lighting industry serving Arizona, Southern California, Southern Nevada, and Hawaii—announced today that it has won the Barco Residential Rep of the Year Award for 2021 for a third consecutive year, as well as the Pro Audio Technology Rockstar of the Year Award for 2021 for the second consecutive year. These awards are indicative of the consistently exemplary sales efforts and ongoing commitment to customer service ByDesign offers to its manufacturer partners and its sophisticated, design-minded customer base.
In 2019, ByDesign received the very first award Barco Residential had ever bestowed on a rep firm, showing that ByDesign was a crucial part of Barco Residential’s success as a leading provider of networked visualization solutions for the entertainment market. ByDesign went on to win the award in 2020, and again in 2021.
“The ByDesign team has consistently been Barco’s top performing rep team and an important part of Barco’s rapid growth in the residential market,” says Daniel Nilsson, Director of Business Development at Barco Residential. “The team takes great pride in forging partnerships between vendors and integrators, which is an important part of our philosophy. These strong relationships, along with technical ability, have quickly elevated them to be the region’s trusted advisors. We are excited to continue this journey with the ByDesign Vision and Sound Marketing team.”
Likewise, in 2021 for the second year in a row, Pro Audio Technology has awarded ByDesign with the Rockstar of the Year Award.
“The award is based on sales volume, and ByDesign had the best in the country by a significant margin compared to other reps,” says Mark Goldman, VP of Sales with Pro Audio Technology. “The ByDesign team hustles; they are always driving forward. It’s really a team of superstars that move the bar forward consistently. They are also the most involved in dealer’s projects from start to finish of all the reps that we work with.”
ByDesign attributes these wins and the growth it has experienced in the past two years in part to its line card of excellent boutique brands. These exclusive, specialty brands require expert salespeople to help guide the customer along the journey, from specifying and purchasing the product to installation and ongoing care.
“We are very proud of our accomplishments and that the industry is recognizing our specialized approach to sales and customer service. We remain thankful and excited about the journey that lies ahead and constantly strive to be better and to go above and beyond for both our manufacturers and integrators,” says ByDesign Owner, Joaquin Rivera.
About ByDesign Vision & Sound Marketing
Founded in 2014, ByDesign is a manufacturers representative firm located in Long Beach, California that serves Arizona, Southern California, Southern Nevada, and Hawaii. The firm is an ambassadors for a wide variety of boutique brands in the custom AV and lighting industry, including AV Pro Edge, Barco Residential, Bowers & Wilkins, Cinematech, Classé, Coastal Source, Colorbeam, DMF Lighting, ICE, J Geiger, Josh.ai, MadVR Labs, Pro Audio Technology, Stewart Filmscreen, and Theory Audio Design. Not only does ByDesign represent these firms, but it acts as a liaison between the manufacturer and integrator, delivering years of industry experience to its partners with a commitment to exceptional service and incomparable customer care. ByDesign continues to expand its offerings based on how the company can best serve the industry and its clientele.
Media Contact
For interviews, reviews, or more information please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing katye@kmbcomm.com.
All products, product names, trademarks, and registrations mentioned are the property of their respective owners, all rights reserved.
by KMB Communications | Feb 7, 2022 | Wall-Smart
WALL-SMART’s broad line of versatile, design-friendly wall mounts renders touchscreens, tablets, security cameras, voice assistants, lighting keypads, Wi-Fi access points, and other popular home tech products less conspicuous.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA (February 7, 2022) – WALL-SMART continues to make smart homes more beautiful through ongoing and evolving partnerships with leading manufacturers of popular home technology products. Through this collaboration with leading product manufacturers and a deep understanding of the needs of the design/build industry, WALL-SMART designs, fabricates, and manufacturers a range of eye-pleasing and installation-friendly wall- and ceiling-mount solutions that dramatically minimize the appearance of touchscreens, tablets, lighting keypads, voice assistants, security cameras, Wi-Fi access points, and more.
This innovative approach to technology integration earns WALL-SMART a spot in the IBS New Product Zone. WALL-SMART is one of 75 manufacturers selected to showcase its cutting-edge products in this special exhibit. IBS 2022 attendees can see WALL-SMART’s revolutionary flush mount for Wi-Fi access points at the New Product Zone, as well as at booth W5779, where it joins many other WALL-SMART mounting solutions, ranging from receptacles and lighting keypads recessed flush with glass, granite, or solid wood surfaces to voice assistants and touchscreens recessed seamlessly within drywall. These IBS 2022 exhibits demonstrate to builders, architects, and designers the remarkable beauty and versatility WALL-SMART flush mounts bring to new and existing homes.
Eliminate ‘Wall Acne’ for Smooth Wall and Ceiling Surfaces
Whether it’s a thermostat, light switch, iPad, security camera, Wi-Fi access point, or control touchscreen, technology plays an increasingly important role in the functionality and enjoyment of today’s homes. Unfortunately, the same amenities that deliver convenience, comfort, and efficiency can clash with a home’s architectural and interior style. Developed with this in mind, WALL-SMART’s easy-to-install mounting solutions provide the construction, remodeling, and design community with an effective way to deliver modern conveniences to their customers without sacrificing aesthetics, practicing new installation techniques, or extending project timelines.
“Technology has become a necessity for most households, but this doesn’t mean the home environment must suffer from ‘wall and ceiling acne’”, says WALL-SMART Co-CEO and Founder Galia Ben-Dor. “This is the philosophy on which WALL-SMART was conceived and bases the design of every product we develop. We think every home should be as beautiful as it is smart, and our vast portfolio of concealment solutions enable builders, architects, and designers to achieve this objective with ease and simplicity.”
Build, Design, and Sell Smart Homes with Style
With nearly a decade of experience serving the needs of home technology integrators, WALL-SMART extends these same benefits to the construction and design industry. Customized for some of the world’s leading home technology manufacturers, including Apple, Honeywell, Lutron, Crestron, Control4, and Savant, WALL-SMART’s mounts help builders, specifiers, contractors, and designers differentiate themselves by offering best-in-class technology that blends beautifully with the home environment. WALL-SMART’s ever-expanding portfolio of concealment solutions is continually refined and updated as new electronic products are introduced, ensuring that no matter how technology progresses, it can be seamlessly integrated into homes new and old.
Installation Follows Standard Construction Procedures
Comprising moisture-resistant, chemically treated MDF, WALL-SMART’s design-forward mounts install similar to that of any drywall application. The mounts recess into standard stud bays and ceiling joists for a flush appearance. Finished with drywall or a low-profile, black, white, paintable, or custom material-matchable bezel, the mounts enable technology to become a seamless part of the surface
In addition to retrofittable mounts designed for drywall installation, WALL-SMART offers mounts made for new construction that can be recessed within virtually any surface, including drywall, plaster, concrete, brick, wood, marble, glass, and metal. Drywall installation in new construction follows standard Level 4 drywall procedures. Retrofit installation typically takes less than five minutes and does not require a drywall expert. The mounts can be ordered directly from WALL-SMART for any technology that’s specified for the residence, further simplifying the deployment process. Should a device require maintenance, repair, or replacement, it can be easily removed from the mount.
A Winning Combination of Form and Function
WALL-SMART customizes each mount for a perfect fit and optimal performance of a specific smart home device. Never does a mount impede the audio quality of concealed speakers or the reception of verbal commands to flush-mounted voice assistants, for example. For mounts designed for tablets, WALL-SMART builds in a POE to USB converter to keep the device fully charged.
“WALL-SMART mounts enable us to offer something completely unique to our customers and home builder partners—high-performance smart home systems that disappear into the woodwork,” says Greg Montgomery, VP Technical Operations at TYM Home Technology Design, of Herriman, Utah. “Thanks to the wide variety of mounting options, we’ve been able to install touchscreens, voice assistants, and light switches in the toughest of surfaces, like a stone backsplash. As such, we’re able to give our clients a seamless look that exceeds their expectations.”
Where to See WALL-SMART Mounts
To see WALL-SMART’s extensive portfolio of technology concealment solutions for the design-build community, visit Booth W5779, as well as the New Product Zone. For more information about its extensive line of flush-mount products and to view instructional installation videos, go to www.wall-smart.com.
About WALL-SMART Ltd.
WALL-SMART is the leading designer and manufacturer of custom flush ceiling and wall mounts for high-end home electronic devices, including tablets, touchscreens, Wi-Fi access points, security cameras, voice assistants, and more. Dedicated to providing cutting-edge, creative, and cost-effective concealment solutions for technology in new and existing homes, WALL-SMART inspires homes that are both technically advanced and exceptionally beautiful. A wide range of products, combined with simple installation and fast, hassle-free shipping, poises WALL-SMART as a valuable smart home resource for home systems integrators, home builders and contractors, architects, and designers.
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Media Contact
For interviews, reviews, or more information please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing katye@kmbcomm.com.
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