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Midwest Security & Fire recently completed the installation of a new GE/Edwards Vigilant Fire Alarm System at the Brained Lakes Area Senior Center. Midwest was contracted to remove and replace the system in the entire facility because the existing system was obsolete and inoperative. The building has been home to a hospital and nursing home and now houses the current Senior Center as well as several other community organizations. Since the building was older and had been renovated or expanded multiple times, the installation posed many challenges. Midwest was able to complete the installation and the facility now has a functioning system that will protect the occupants and structure for many years to come.

To find out more on the products and service for Fire Alarm Systems Midwest offers or to get a qoute for your facility, contact Midwest at 218-825-8844 or click www.midwestsecurityandfire.com

This photo shows one of the older legacy type smoke detectors in the facility

The progress continues with the Fire Alarm System replacement at the Lakes Area Senior Center in Brainerd MN. Midwest Security & Fire was contracted by the Center to provide a complete replacement and upgrade of the Fire Alarm System because it was not functioning and did not meet the current requirements as required by Local and State Authorities.

All of the existing equipment, controls, devices and wiring have been removed and new wiring has been installed in the building. Over the next few weeks, new control equipment and devices will be installed programmed and tested. The new GE Vigilant Fire Alarm System will provide fire and life saftey protection to the occupants and structure for many years to come.

Midwest Security & Fire provides Fire Alarm System design, installation, service, and maintenance throughout Central Minnesota including the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and ST. Paul for over 30 years. Midwest provides Fire Alarm installation and annual service to systems in Brainerd, Nisswa, Wadena, Little Falls, Walker, Park rapids, Menahga, Sebeka, Detroit Lakes, St Cloud, Little Falls, Royalton, Pierz, Randall, Motley, Staples, Annandale, Clearwater/Clearlake, Minneapolis, Edina, St Paul, and surrounding areas. For more information about Midwest products and services visit www.midwestsecurityandfire.com or call toll free at 1-800-525-1203.

DMP dealers deliver great products, professional service and support.

Midwest Security and Fire, INC. recently announced that it was named a Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) Authorized Dealer. DMP is a manufacturer of security systems located in Springfield MO. since 1975. All of the products and systems are designed, developed, and manufactured in the USA. “The security systems manufactured by DMP are top of the line and offer the features and benefits our customers want” stated Harry Brodmarkle of Midwest Security & Fire, Inc. “Our customers want easy to use and reliable security systems. “They also want systems that are accessible and can be controlled by computer or a smart phone. Our new DMP systems do all that and much more”.

Midwest Security & Fire is excited to have become a new Authorized DMP Dealer and has implemented the new systems into new residential and commercial installations. The systems offer all of the traditional features of security and fire systems but with many more features and benefits such as network connectivity and integrated cellular connections.

Midwest Security & Fire is a 30 year old family security contractor that serves Central Minnesota including the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. From Brainerd to Walker and Bemidji, and Wadena, Staples, Little Falls, and St. Cloud, Midwest Security has installation and service support with fast and professional response. Midwest Security provides design, layout, installation, service, and support for Security Systems, Fire Alarms, Digital, Analog, and IP Surveillance Systems, and Door Access Control. Midwest provides service and support for most major manufacturers such as DMP, GE Security, Honeywell, Ademco, FBI, DSC Digital Security Controls, Panasonic, DM Dedicated Micros, Toshiba, Axis, Kalatel, Nuvico, and many more.

You may find out more about Midwest Security & Fitre, Inc. and their  products and services by following the link www.midwestsecurityandfire.com or by calling 1-800-525-1203.  A customized Security proposal or Site Survey is available at no charge by emailing info@midwestsecurityandfire.com .

This photo is what the current fire alarm system looked like and shows the control unit that is estimated over 50 years old.

The building, which was formerly a nursing home and hospital, is now the current home to the Lakes Area Senior Center and offices for several area organizations. Although the system has been expanded several times throughout the years, it is estimated that the original controls and devices of the system were installed around 1958. The system was not functional and required replacement for the safety of the buildings occupants, property protection, and to meet various code requirements.

“We are excited to have been selected for the project and will be posting regular updates on the progress. This is a challenging installation due to the buildings constriuction and design”, said Andy Fyock, Project Manager for the installation. Midwest will be installing the addressable system using the GE Vigilant (Edwards) VS Fire Alarm System products. This manufacturer has been  leading technology in fire products around the world for decades and Midwest Security & Fire is proud to be the Authorized Vigilant Dealer for Central and Northern MN.

Mid Minnesota Builders Association Home Show 2010

The 2010 Mid-Minnesota Builders Association (MMBA) Home Show is coming up March 26-28. If you are building, remodeling, or just looking for a product or service for your home, this is a must. You will find everything for the home at this years show from building contractors to security systems. Midwest Security & Fire will be at the show with product offering for security systems, surveillance systems, fire alarms and systems, access control, home automation and audio video systems for new and existing construction and remodeling projects in Brainerd, Crosslake, Nisswa, Aitkin, Wadena, Staples, Park Rapids, Nevis, Walker, Longville, Little Falls, St Cloud and surrounding communities. We have some great new products like IP cameras and IDVR’s (IP Digital Video Recorders) and new communications technologies for security control that you will hear about. Come and find us at the 2010 MMBA Home Show in booth #59. Just for checking us out at the show, we are offering you a chance to win a FREE SECURITY SYSTEM! Go to our website at www.midwestsecurityandfire.com and just click the “Home Show” button to register. The winner will be announced on May 1st 2010.

Little Falls, MN Security & Access Control Installation

Midwest Security & Fire provides security alarm systems and service to the Little Falls and St Cloud Areas. Midwest Security was recently selected to provide security system services and access control installation for the Initiative Foundation located in Little Falls MN. The security system secures the building from intrusion and has enhanced features for occupant safety. The Access Control System controls and monitors access to areas of the facility and insures the foundations staff and assets are protected.

For security alarm systems, access control, fire alarms, and surveillance (camera systems) in the Little Falls and St Cloud areas, contact Midwest Security 1 at 1800-525-1203 or click the link www.midwestsecurityandfire.com

The Initiative Foundation  improves the quality of life in central Minnesota. The core of the work is the belief that local people possess the talent, passion and ability to achieve a brighter future. Programs and investments strive to give every person an opportunity to contribute to a shared vision and plan of action that strengthens community character and relationships. For more information on the Initiative Foundation click the link www.ifound.org

GE Vigilant Fire & Life Safety

Midwest Security & Fire, Inc. was recently awarded the contract for replacement and installation of a new Fire Alarm System at the  Lakes Area Senior Center located on Kingwood Street in Brainerd Minnesota.  The multi-level building once a hospital for the area is now the home to the Senior Center as well as several other area organizations and businesses. The current system was not functional and did not meet the requerments for the use of the facility. Midwest Security & Fire was contrcated to remove and replace the existing system and bring the system current with ADA compliance. The Building will be retrofitted with a new GE Vigilant Fire System using addressable technology and new efficient and powerful GE Genesis series horns and strobes. The Fire Alarm will be monitored 24 hours a day by the Midwest Security 1 Monitoring Center. For more information on Fire Alarm sytems and services, call Midwest Security & Fire at 218-825-8844 or follow the following link www.midwestsecurityandfire.com

Midwest Security & Fire provides CareGard Emergency Medical Alarms from GE Security and Linear. With just a push of a button our CareGard Emergency Medical Alarms contact our Monitoring Center for assistance.

Our trained operators will dispatch authorites or repsonsible persons. The CareGard units feature two way voice operation when activated so that our operators can speak with the user to determine the problem.

At Midwest Security & Fire we have CareGard units available for purchase or rental. Our 24 hour Emergency Monitoring featuring two way voice communications is only $25.00 per month.

Watch the video to see a demonstration of the CareGard unit by Andy Fyock of Midwest Security & Fire. Call us today for more information on this great product and service.

Midwest Security & Fire, Inc will provide a 10 minute presentation on our products, services, and what a good referral for us looks like on Thursday January 14, 2010 at the Timbermist Conference Center in Merrifield MN at 7:00 am. The feature speaker will be Harry Brodmarkle, Operations Manager and Principal. Midwest Security & Fire will give away a GE Security Pro 6000 Security System including custom installation and Central Station Monitoring to one lucky participant at the meeting.  You may find out more about the Brainerd Chapter of BNI Leaders of the Lakes at http://www.bni-mn.com . For information on Custom Security Systems in Brainerd, Nisswa, Crosslake, Park Rapids, Wadena, and McGreggor MN check out www.midwestsecurityandfire.com