8 Hours From Theft to Recovery

Nav-Tracker Tracks Stolen Boat In The Bahamas
HydraSport Recovered 8 Hours Later
FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA (USA) - A 33-foot HydraSport equipped with the Nav-Tracker 1.0 wireless boat location and GPS tracking system from Paradox Marine, stolen from Treasure Cay in the Bahamas in the early morning hours last Wednesday (July 14), was located by the system and recovered in Bimini by authorities about eight hours later.
“There is no question that without Nav-Tracker, my boat would have never been found,” said Jose Mas, the owner. “I had just installed the system two weeks before and I was amazed at being able to track the boat and follow the thieves. In addition to the technology, the customer service provided by Paradox Marine in tracking my boat real time from theft to recovery was amazing. Everyone at Treasure Cay in the Bahamas was talking about an owner tracking the boat as it was stolen. Hopefully, more boat owners will install the Nav-Tracker to help deter boat thieves,” he added.
Paradox Marine’s Nav-Tracker 2.0 with an infrared beam sensor and a siren was responsible for protecting a second boat the same night - some 15 miles away from Treasure Cay, in the Marsh Harbor area. The owner received an ‘in alarm’ message from their boat as the thieves were trying to steal it. After the siren went off, the would-be thieves took off.
Last year, Paradox Marine received a service medal from the U.S. Coast Guard in recognition of the role Nav-Tracker 2.0 played in the recovery of a Contender stolen in the Bahamas in September, 2008. As many as 27,000 boats are stolen annually and the odds of recovery are only about 1 in 10, according to the International Association of Marine Investigators.

When a Nav-Tracker 2.0 transmitter is mounted discreetly on a boat and armed, a wireless ‘fence’ with a 500-meter range can be created. If a boat is moved outside of this fence, Nav-Tracker 2.0 uses Inmarsat based GPS satellite technology to monitor a boat’s location and notify up to four people by email and/or text message every 15 minutes with the latitude/longitude, speed, heading and distance to closest city.
The message transmitted from Nav-Tracker on board the HydraSport when it was stolen would have been similar to this:

Message From Nav-Tracker
User: Paradox Marine
Asset: M/Y Island Time
Fleet: ETI
Date/Time: 2006-07-25 15:06:28 (EDT)
Event: Geo-fence breached;
Location: 26.05767,-80.1303.3 (0.75 mi NE of Hollywood, FL 33019)
Speed/heading: 9.2 Knots, 144 deg
Google Earth Map: [KML]

Some insurance companies now offer premium discounts or require GPS tracking devices to be installed on certain types of boats, including high performance boats and boats with triple high-horsepower outboards.

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Why Do They Say That?

We have become accustomed to saying things around boats and often do it without knowing why? I will set down a couple of examples and encourage you to add some of your own.

Port and Starboard- Before the aft centered rudder was invented all boats had the steering gear on the right side of the vessel. This was called the "Steer Board" side and through the years the word became corrupted to "Starboard". The other side was the side you wanted to land the boat on when coming into port so you wouldn't break the steering board, so it was called the "Port" side.

Posh - A term we use when talking about very fancy things (eg: Posh Accommodations), was created during the early days of cruising. The best views were reserved for the highest paying customers  and they were Port when going  Out and Starboard when coming Home. POSH = port out, starboard home!

Prevent Fuel Theft with this Simple Device

This product wins my beauty in simplicity award. With fuel prices soaring to highs never before experienced by most of us, crimes of fuel theft are on the rise. Our boats and RV’s are often easy targets for this type of crime. My own vessel carries 600 gallons of diesel which would be a substantial loss of money if I was to be siphoned by a quiet theft in the night.

In researching products to prevent this, my mind was on electronic devices that could be attached to vessel security systems. I laughed out loud when I found such a simple solution that could be easily used by anyone with a boat, RV, car or any other fuel holding vehicle. (Product is under $37.00 US)

Here is the information about the product on the Ahoy Captain website: www.ahoycaptain.com Ahoy captain is an online retail seller of this product.

Vetus Fuel Safe Anti Siphon "Spider"

Protect your fuel supply and gain peace of mind.
It is a sad fact of life that fuel prices have risen to such a level that siphoning the fuel from your boat is now an attractive proposition for thieves. With many boats holding hundreds of gallons of fuel, this is a lucrative activity.

In its range of practical accessories, VETUS has introduced a simple device to prevent a siphon hose being inserted into the deck filler and down into the tank

The VETUS "Fuel Safe" is supplied in a plastic tube, which is used to insert it quickly and easily into the fuel filler hose. There is no requirement to dismantle anything and the ingenious design ensures that it cannot subsequently be removed.

This synthetic device is suitable for both diesel and gasoline and it fits filling hoses of both 38 mm (1 ½") and 51 mm (2") internal diameter. There is no noticeable reduction in fuel flow when filling the tank.

Think about the value of the fuel in your tank or the inconvenience and danger of running out unexpectedly?

Features

* Simple installation
* No dismantling required
* Suitable for hoses with I.D. of 1-1/2'' (38mm) and 2'' (51mm).
* Made of diesel & gasoline resistant synthetic
* Dimensions: 2-3/16''x2-13/16''

www.MarineGuardSecurity.com

Fathers and Boats

I hope all you fathers have the opportunity to enjoy your family out on your boat today. Happy Fathers Day! Wishing you calm seas and fair winds.

Most Boats Sink or are Burglarized Right in the Marina

The Experts Know! LLC has been educating consumers of electronic security systems for home and business for many years. I have always taken pride in the many people that we have educated on how to choose a good security company and the proper equipment. Through educated consumers, alarm dealers began reaching out to us for consultation. Over the past few years, The Experts Know! LLC has been called on to help train dozens of existing and startup alarm companies. They needed to know how to market to and satisfy the newly and thoroughly educated consumers we took a big part in. This became our grass roots campaign to insist on pride and professionalism in what I have always considered a noble profession.

When Experts moved our base operation to the great Pacific Northwest in 2005, we began to get many phone calls from owners of boats and yachts. There are multitudes of privately owned vessels all along coastal waters that are prime targets for theft. These boats are often unattended while their owners go about the business of being able to afford them. That makes them prime targets as they are not difficult to board without being noticed. Boats of all sizes have several thousands of dollars worth of electronics and equipment onboard to help them navigate and operate safely.

In addition to being an easy target for criminals, owners have a large list of supervisory conditions to worry about. It’s astounding how many boats have sunk tied to the docks at the marinas they are kept in, because a bilge pump failed to operate as water naturally seeped into the bilge. There are also many other problems for boat owners to be concerned with such as unauthorized boarding’s, someone pulling the shore power plug out and not replacing it, freezing temperatures onboard because of heater failure, fire and unauthorized movement of the boat, to name a few.

As I began to research proper methods of protecting these vessels I was astounded at the statistics. There was an abundance of case history to warrant the need for security in this environment and the market was not making products available to answer the call. The few companies that saw the need and stepped up to offering solutions were making a big mistake. They were using the same alarm systems that are being installed in residential and commercial applications on the boats that wanted security.

As we researched the effects of modifying land based alarm systems for the marine environment, it became obvious that the harsh marine environment where most boats reside and operate is too harsh for these systems to be reliable in. There are inherent problems as basic as the corrosive salt air and vibration during operation. In addition to the obvious, there are choice issues such as mooring on a buoy instead of docking with an electrical source and reporting conditions without use of a phone line.

The list grew bigger with problems like wind and dock bumping causing violations on motion detectors that were not designed for these conditions. Access to expensive equipment without ever entering the interior and critters boarding without care of any of these issues, and it was quite obvious that there was a lot to be considered.

After much research we found only a few systems that were designed specifically to address the necessary concerns. These systems are enclosed in NMEA III water resistant control boxes with epoxy protected components and potted electronics. They use deck sensors to protect against unauthorized boarding’s, work on 12VDC power from the boats batteries and draw very few milliamps. Bilges are supervised for high water, smoke detectors and temperature sensors look for signs of fire and temperature extremes, High and low voltage monitors watch over shore power and battery conditions while the boat owner can set a Geo Fence around the boat that will detect movement outside of a virtual circle.

As for reporting these conditions to the boat owners and their assigned supervisors, the systems use cell communicators for inland water kept vessels or boats that will remain within the reach of cell towers. You can also choose a satellite communicator which protects the boat from anywhere in the world.

These systems report directly to the owner and assigned supervisors such as mechanics and dock master’s by cell phone and e-mail. The boat owner can access a web page just for their vessel and see the location, heading and speed in real time.

They can also remotely operate the complete system, turn on and off onboard appliances and lighting, and even shut down the engines if they wish. The Experts Know has created a dedicated marine division called Marine Guard Security and makes information and product available directly to the marine consumer through a link on our website.

You can also go directly to marineguardsecurity.com to learn more about these systems that answer the call and apply the standards of excellence that an educated consumer will insist on.

What's Better Than a Happy Customer?

This is an unsolicited testimonial:
There are not enough words that can describe the service & advice that Mr. Matthew Lombardi gave to me and my family. From the moment I talked to him to start our security system design, Matthew has been truly the BEST in his field. He is a "true consumer advocate" and a professional that goes out of his way to help everyone including his clients.

He is a man of "old school" integrity and ethics. I appreciate his help and advice very much. He is very experienced, knowledgeable and his conversations & emails are very professional. As an entrepreneur, I deal with a lot of people from different fields and I find that he is one of the BEST professionals I have ever met: helpful, honest, experienced, ethical, trustworthy...

I am so glad to have met him through his website. (www.expertsknow.com) He is doing a true service to consumers like me. I wish there were people like him in other fields too! He even gave me his advice for free before I hired him. He helped me get out of a binding, unethical security contract imposed by our builder (long story!). I couldn't have secured our home without his guidance and help. I HIGHLY recommend him for all your security needs.

Thank you,
Srii S.

File a Float Plan Before You Leave the Dock!

File a float plan: Before you leave home, tell someone where you are going and what time you are expected to return. This person should be able to go to the authorities if you fail to check back in by a certain time. A sample float plan can be found at www.BoatUS.com/seaworthy/floatplan.pdf .

That's a Good One!

Bosun the Bird Dog

A guy treats himself to a hunting vacation with a high-brow outfitter. When he arrives at camp, the outfitter greets him with a tricked-out Jeep, a top-of-the-line rifle and an impeccably trained hunting dog named Bosun.

The hunt goes perfectly. The Jeep handles the terrain well, the rifle aims true and Bosun is the best bird dog this hunter has ever seen. As he settles his bill with the outfitter, he books a trip for the following year and says, “I want that same rifle, that same Jeep and Bosun.” The outfitter makes the note and our hunter departs.

The following year, the hunter arrives back at camp anxious to get started. The outfitter greets him and says, “Here’s the same rifle you used last year; I have your same Jeep gassed up and ready, and here is Ruger, he’ll be your bird dog this year. I’m afraid Bosun had a terrible accident.”

Concerned, the hunter asks, “Was he shot?”

“Oh no, nothing like that,” says the outfitter. “One of our hunters accidentally called him Skipper for a week, and now all he does is stand around and bark at everybody.”

Business Owners are Diversifying to Create Growth

My business is educating consumers on how to find a top quality electronic security companies for their home and business.  I also travel the country training well intentioned professional security companies on how to educate and market to today’s educated consumers. 

The majority of the alarm companies that I have trained over the years are new startups that need direction and also quality existing alarm dealers that have hit a plateau and are looking for direction to move past it.

I have noticed a very interesting trend in the companies that have been making contact and requesting information or training lately.  I’m seeing a large spike in companies that are not in the alarm business but have a large existing customer base. In these down times, they are looking to diversify their products so that they can re- work their existing good business to client relationships.  This makes great sense in a time where it’s a much longer than normal cycle to create a new client. This is likely because of the level of caution consumers are practicing with their expenses.  

In times of good economy people can afford to buy alarm systems and in a time of bad economy people prioritize protection for themselves and their loved ones.  This is why the multibillion dollar alarm industry is considered to be recession proof and why so many businesses are looking to add an alarm dealership to their product lines.

A perfect example of such diversification is Slomin’s on the eastern seaboard of the US. This is a large heating oil and air conditioning company that diversified it’s offerings to security systems for their existing clients. Now they are considered to be one of the top earning producers in the industry and growing every year.

The types of businesses that have been calling for training and direction are: electricians, home entertainment companies, credit card processing companies, builders and cell phone dealerships, to name a few.

Could a complete alarm dealership training consultation help your business enjoy the recession proof growth that will offset the downward trends you are experiencing? If so be sure that the consultation you seek is complete and developed to grow your company in steps, so that you don’t have to make the same mistakes that those without guidance have experienced.

Matthew is a 26 year veteran of the alarm industry. He has served as an installer, salesman, licensed alarm company owner, monitoring station designer, promotions and marketing director with one of the world’s top producing security dealers. He now works as a consumer advocate, teaching consumers how to buy alarm systems properly. As a direct result of properly training consumers, he is often called upon to consult alarm dealerships on how to market to the educated consumers that today’s alarm dealer is finding. He is committed to being unbiased www.learnalarms.com  

Learn Safe Boating and Benefit From Others Mistakes

Staying safe on a boat is very simple. Follow just a few simple rules, and you will have a great afternoon on the water. But fail to use common sense, and you can put your life in jeopardy.

Each year, the Darwin Awards honor individuals who died in spectacularly stupid ways, eliminating themselves and their foolhardy DNA from our gene pool. Here is just a small sampling of some past Darwin Award candidates who could have easily prevented death or injury in boating accidents.

Check out the Darwin Awards here:  http://www.safeboater.com/articles/darwin-boating-safety-tips.asp

You Slip Off The Dock. Now What?

When one is working about the boat and dock, they could easily fall in. Make sure you have an exit strategy and not an "it wont happen to me" attitude. Extra caution should be taken in northern climates to assure your ability to get out of the water. Going in the drink with extra cloths on and cold temperatures could likely be fatal, if you can't muster the upper body strength to pull yourself out.

If your boat has a ladder on its swim platform, make sure it is down when your boat is tied to the dock. You may not be able to lower the ladder, if it is up when you are in the water. On my boat the dinghy rides on the swim platform, further restricting access to the platform.

A simple boarding ladder, available for about $40 from your local boat supply, is the answer. If you can't have it hanging on the end of your dock full time, just leave it on your swim platform for retrieval if needed. Secure it with some line to prevent it from being knocked off by visiting creatures.

Sometimes the simplistic fixes and some forethought are the best rescue tools we have at our disposal.

Boy Scout Motto "Be Prepared!"
Boaters Motto " It's not if - it's When"

Interested in a Home or Business Alarm System? Learn ALL About How to Buy One Properly First!

The Experts Know! Alarms - will walk you through the process of buying a security alarm. Until now only professionals, and a few very smart consumers, had knowledge of all the insider information needed to get the BEST deal on the BEST systems.

“How to buy a security system or get one for free (without being taken)” will educate you in a complete and easy to understand process.

Take a look at the (TABLE OF CONTENTS) and see how we address all of your security alarm needs. We will explain each device, its coverage area and different quality options.

There are many (INSIDE SCOOP!) and (HOT TIP!) inserts. You will find them to be just the insight into alarms, you were looking for.

We will teach you how to find the alarm consultants that will not waste your time, and how to organize your consultations.

The included bid check-list contains all of the questions you will want to ask during your security system research. This process will save you valuable time and many dollars. There is no way you will settle for less than the best deal, after you are educated like the alarm experts.

Join us in being an empowered alarm system consumer, and satisfy your desire to get it right the first time.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Alarms Introduction
• Do you need a system?
• Existing Alarm Systems
• Pre-wiring for Security
• Hardwired vs Wireless
• Compare apples to apples
• Alarm Controls
• Alarm Control Panel 
• System Keypads
• Alarm Panic Buttons
• Holdup Distress Codes
• System Key Switches
• Wireless Alarm Remotes
• Backup Power Supply
• Alarm Sirens & Horns
• Perimeter Devices
• Alarm Contacts
• Door Contacts
• Window Contacts
• Ventilation Contacts
• Glass Break Detectors
• Window Bugs (shock sensors)
• Alarm System Window Screens
• Interior Devices
• Passive Infrared Motion Detectors
• Dual Tech. Motion Detectors
• Pet Immune Motion Detectors
• Microwave Motion Detectors
• Security Beams
• Carpet Traps
• Interior Contact Traps
• Smoke and Heat Detectors
• Monitoring your system 24/7
• Alarm Phone Hookup
• Alarm Line Fault Monitor
• Alarm Line Seizure
• Long Range Radio
• Alarm Cellular Backup
• Opening and Closing Reports
• Extended Format Reporting
• Alarm Paging
• Listen In Devices
• Alarm Systems and VoIP
• Enhanced Call Verification
• Computer Interface

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• How do I get the best alarm bids? 
• Does a “Free Security System” really exist?
• Contracts, Agreements and Service Concerns
• Learning to use your alarm system
• Security Bid Check-List, Pertinent Questions

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• How to pre-wire your new construction home for security
• How to choose a proper alarm system to secure your boat or RV
• Senior citizen emergency call systems.

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Drawing by John Kenn (Danmark)

Friday Harbor Souvenir Company our Newest Marine Guard Yacht Security Authorized Dealer

Marine Guard Yacht Security welcomes Sally Browne and Friday Harbor Souvenir Company, 3 Front Street C-1, Friday Harbor, WA 98221 Ph. 360-370- 5711 as our newest authorized Marine Guard Yacht Security dealer.

Be sure to stop in when cruising the beautiful (Quite an understatement!) San Juan Islands, to see the very best in:

• Marine Guard Yacht Security
• Marine Guard Boat Security
• WatchMate Onboard Remote Surveillance Systems
• Worldwide Vessel Tracking
• Spot Personal Satellite Trackers

or visit us on the web  www.marineguardsecurity.com  

Now developing dealers nationwide - Contact Marine Guard at the website for more info.

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Boat Alarm System * None Better

When we looked for a hardwired system to serve in the marine environment, we were shocked at how many modified home security systems were being marketed as marine systems. The Marine Guard system and equipment was developed ground up specifically for and with a deep understanding of what the marine environment is. From its NMEA III enclosure to its potted and epoxy coated components, it is precisely what is needed to protect and watch over your vessel in your absence.

The manufacturer of the system Sure Action Inc. is the inventor of the deck sensor, a small pressure sensor that is hidden under decks and ladders. The deck sensor is immune to birds, sun, rain, the rocking of the boat and the boat banging against the dock. They are the only motion detection device of its kind in the industry.

The deck sensors are used in pairs to balance the system. Three different pulsars are manufactured specifically for fiberglass decks, wood decks and all gunwales and steel/aluminum decks. The control has a 24 hr bilge zone, (2 or 4) dedicated deck sensor zones and (3) additional hardwired zones for any other normally open security and supervisory equipment you would like to add to your system.

The MG58 can handle up to (8) eight deck sensors and the MG54 handles up to (4) four deck sensors. I recommend the 58 for vessels larger than 60 ft. and the 54 for those less than 60 ft. Each control comes with (1) Outdoor Siren, a (4) channel wireless receiver, (2) keychain remotes for arming and disarming, (1) chime-plate with on / off switch to announce visitors and (2) LED’s for alarm status. Most of the Marine Guard Yacht Security packages include (2) to (4) deck sensors and (2) contacts as well.

Add a contact to doors and hatches to the interior for additional perimeter protection. The contacts come in four different styles. (Large) for wide gap hatches, (Small) for tight door protection, (Recessed) for hidden contacts and (wireless) for areas that you can’t get a wire to.

• Add an optional Bilge Sensor & Sounder for high water detection.

• Add an optional Pet Immune Dual Technology Passive Infrared Motion Detector for interior applications.

 You can use your system as a stand alone local system to sound a siren and flash lighting or you can add a Marine Guard Monitoring device to give you 24/7 contact with your boats security and supervisory devices.

For boats that are restricted to inland waters or will always be in a cell coverage area, the Marine Guard Cellular Communicator works with a prepaid SIM card. It will send a report to your e-mail and text your cell phone on any violation. The cellular communicator is available both with and without GPS tracking capability.

For everywhere in the world coverage, you would add the Marine Guard Satellite Transponder. This device will bounce any violation signal off of a satellite to your e-mail and cell phone.

You will be able to set a Geo-Fence (Virtual Fence) around your boat with either of these reporting systems from your computer. If the boat moves out of your Geo-Fence you will be alerted immediately. You will than have the ability to track your vessels location, speed and heading from any computer.

There is a monthly fee to monitor these devices based on what frequencies of reports you want. The basic package is (1) one report every five days and always during every violation. You can choose to receive a report up to hourly for high security applications. One example of how a reporting package might be utilized is boat owners could be notified every time their vessel is boarded and know the course, speed and location at all times when the boat is moved from its assigned slip. Charter boat owners love this feature.

There is also a monitoring central station option for the owner that needs a professional operator to receive and dispatch assigned responders to alarms and supervisory conditions.

There is nothing more dependable than a hardwired system that is designed just for the marine environment.

Many boat owners are capable of doing installations themselves and they will find the Marine Guard System to be straight forward and easy to install. For those that prefer professional installation, you will find that any marine electronics installer has the skills to install your system.

If you would like to know more about this system, how extremely affordable it is or how to purchase one, visit the informative website built by Marine Guard Yacht Security at www.MarineGuardSecurity.com

Flashfog Smokes Burglars Out!

FlashFog is a new and effective supplement to your burglar alarm. It drives off burglars in less than 20 seconds with its incredibly powerful fog and strobe light combination, which has an astonishing and instant blinding effect.

The fog is so thick that finding anything to steal is virtually impossible.

Flashfog integrates with the alarm, without any change in procedures. The fog lasts 45 minutes and fills every gap. Flashfog defends your property in the critical minutes it takes for the police arrive. Safely defeats any number of intruders Is non toxic, allows normal inhalation Leaves no residue for clean-up Stays in effect for over 45 minutes Allows law enforcement vital time to arrive Activated by the alarm

FlashFog's unprecedented power overwhelms even professional thieves who know it's coming. The fog alone is incredibly disorienting but FlashFog doesn't stop there. The terrifyingly bright strobe light hits him 12 times per second, forcing his eyes into constant shock. The strobe light gets noticed immediately and clearly tells him you mean business. If he stays, it gets much worse as the fog quickly engulfs everything. The vast majority of burglars don't even try to come in.

FlashFog is the smartest Smash and Grab protection in the world.

Check them out at Ph: 1-888-282-7740 www.flashfogsecurity.com

Tracking Solutions for Every Vessel

From tracking your own personal boat to managing a complete fleet of vessels, Marine Guard Security has the tracking solution you are looking for. Our complete range of trackers can be monitored remotely and will track your vessel anywhere in the world. We have both stand alone and integrated systems that are sure to serve your tracking needs. Our systems are designed for, but not restricted to the marine environment.

MarineGuard Tracking is our go to service at Marine Guard Yacht Security. It's purpose built design and reliable track record is deserving of your consideration when tracking your vessel from anywhere in the world! Our tracking solutions range from local cellular communications to worldwide satellite, providing you with movement notifications, speed, course and location of your vessel at all times. Your Marine Guard Yacht Security and supervisory system will also report all violations via worldwide satellite to your e mail and cell phone. A variety of monitoring service programs and reporting frequencies are available so that it can be customized to your vessels needs.

If They Can't See It They Can't Steal It

Bandit Solutions of Peabody, MA has developed a technology that is changing the face of high security applications. Their fog machine when tied to a security alarm system, makes it impossible for burglars to enter or stay in an area that they attempt to break into. The machine sits in the corner of a room and upon violation, instantly fills the area with thick fog. The fog is odorless, leaves no residue and is harmless to sensitive electronics. The dense fog dissipates after about 30 minutes. The fog canister is good for 4 applications and a refill is available for about $125.00.

If you have a yacht with an inverter (120VAC is needed to power the unit) you can fill a 1000 square ft. area in just 3 seconds. By having a unit in the cabin and venting to your fly-bridge, your electronics would remain untouched because they can't see them to steel them. Your Marine Guard alarm would notify you of the violation so you can respond before the fog would clear.

From the Bandit Solutions Website:

As the most powerful and technically advanced fog system available today, Bandit Solutions provides the explosive power to stop a crime in progress. Perfect as an enhancement to any security system, Bandit ejects harmless dense fog at an unmatched rate of 1,000 cubic feet per second creating a high-level barrier that protects valuables from intruders.

The fog keeps anyone from entering the room for at least 10 minutes after the alarm goes off, because they cannot see a thing. The fog has a soft mint smell, is colorless and disappears without leaving a trace. Bandit’s fog can last up to an hour but can be aired out of a room in about 15 minutes.
You can contact Bandit Solutions Directly:
Bandit Solutions
PO Box 3022
Peabody, MA 01960
Tel: 562.266.3100 or 866.899.7974 info@banditsolutions.com

www.banditsolutions.com
See video of the product in action there.

Track Your Vessel With Marine Guard

                                       
MarineGuard Tracking is our goto service at Marine Guard Yacht Security. It's purpose built design and reliable track record is deserving of your consideration when tracking your vessel from anywhere in the world! Our tracking solutions range from local cellular communications to worldwide satellite, providing you with movement notifications, speed, course and location of your vessel at all times. 

A variety of monitoring service programs and reporting frequencies are available so that it can be customized to your vessels needs.

In addition to it being built to withstand the harshness of the marine environment, you will find it to be extremely affordable! Learn More at the Marine Guard Security Site.

Internet Protocol (IP) Surveillance System is perfect for Home or Business

Many people are turning to internet protocol (IP) cameras to monitor their home or business from a remote location. This technology is readily available, affordable and easy for “do it yourselfers” to install and operate. The cameras are viewable on any PC with a logon pass code that is set up by the user. Many providers also offer DVD recorders or PC cards that can record 24/7 for viewing and archiving at any time during a 30 day period.

What will they think of next?

There is a little known product that was designed for yacht security surveillance that will soon be discovered by the residential and commercial market consumers. What separates this system from the rest starts with the fact that it was built to operate under the harshest conditions.  If it can withstand the marine environment, it will prove to be rock solid in other applications.

The Marine Guard WatchMate system adds a few features that are perfect for monitoring your home or business in a multitude of ways that other IP systems don’t. The systems come with available wireless security and supervisory devices that make it quite unique. You can add:

·         Wireless contacts to monitor door or window openings.

·         Wireless temperature sensors to monitor your desired hi and low temperature thresholds.

·         Wireless high water sensors can be used to detect flooding in vulnerable areas.

·         Cameras have built in motion detectors that can activate when movement is detected.

·         Wireless appliance modules that can turn lamps and appliances on and off.

·         Wireless Magnetic key keypads to arm/disarm complete system as you leave/enter building.

These systems are virtually plug and play and can be installed in very little time by anyone. Another incredible feature is that you can set the macros on each and every device to function when and how you would like. This means greater flexibility in having the system adjust to your needs instead of the other way around.

The main feature of these systems is they can be set to text and e-mail you and anyone else you desire directly through the gateway, over your existing internet connection. There is no need to use a central monitoring company and you are in control of all aspects of your IP system remotely from anywhere in the world.

One person I know uses the system in a unique way. He has a large investment in a salt water fish tank that he can look at over the internet,  be alerted of hi or low water temperature, detect overflows under the tank, remotely turn lights on and off and even shut the filter down remotely if it’s pumping water out. Now that’s thinking outside the box! Visit the Marine Guard WatchMate site to see how this outstanding concept might work for you.

Add your cell phone to the Do Not Call list.

REMINDER.....all cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies this month and you will start to receive sales calls. To prevent this, call the following number from your cell phone: 888-382-1222. It’s the National DO NOT CALL list. It will only take a minute of your time. It blocks your number for five (5) years. You must call from the phone number you want to have blocked. Pass it on!