Top 5 Ways to Avoid False Alarms
Has your security alarm been triggered recently, only to find out- FALSE ALARM! We have heard repeatedly from our clients how they’re not happy with their previous alarm systems/service providers....
View ArticleSecurity Cameras in Restrooms?
We’re shocked to read that many schools in the UK have installed security cameras in the restrooms and changing rooms- actually 825 cameras across 207 schools to be exact. Although the head master...
View ArticleBig (Security) Man on Campus
I remember I didn’t have to worry about my safety when I studied late in the library, or walked back to my dorm even after midnight. However, we’ve heard a lot in the news recently about campus...
View ArticleThe Journey from Analog to Digital
Technology moves fast, as we know. The surveillance market is shifting to HD, and pretty soon analog will be obsolete. For right now, 60% of the security camera market still uses analog. We researched...
View ArticleFunny Burglar Deterrents
We go to great lengths to research the best ways to help protect your family and assets. We’ve talked about burglar deterrents in the past, such as a burglar alarm, security cameras, security lighting,...
View Article5 Tips to Help You Understand Value over Lowest Price Security Bid
It’s a standard norm to get 3 quotes/bids for any kind of project, especially security. We totally understand and respect that, but you should understand why you should go for the best value, and NOT...
View ArticleVinTech 2012 Gratitude List
Thanksgiving is such an amazing day to have. It’s actually my favorite since I moved to the U.S. People are feeling thankful for another peaceful year, another healthy year, or another grateful year....
View ArticleGive the Gift of Security this Season!
We’re decorating our Christmas tree and reflecting on one of our favorite holidays. (Check out our tree to the left!) Christmas is definitely the best time of the year. As we celebrate this wonderful...
View ArticleVideoify Me!
Some cities in the States have already announced that their police would no longer respond to a traditional alarm system, for example, Detroit and San Jose. Luckily, Chicago Police are still doing a...
View ArticleGoodbye Tragic 2012! 9 Tips for Active Shooter Awareness
On December 14, 2012, it was a usual, busy morning, and I didn’t pay attention to the news until everyone on my social network started to update their status with their sympathy about this...
View ArticleVinTech’s 7th Anniversary Open House
We invite you to an open house at our office, on February 14th, 2013, where we will discuss this, among many other security and safety issues here in Chicago. Learn how to take action, and protect your...
View ArticleJust a Number, and Not a Person?
Every day on the news, we hear the numbers of lives lost in fatal shootings in Chicago- numbers without faces, without names, without stories. Have we become desensitized? In a smaller town, this news...
View ArticleYou’re Invited to a FREE Real Burglary Workshop!
Ever wanted to ask a real burglar a question? Or maybe you just want to hear what their motives are and what neighborhoods they target? Now you can! Come on out to a FREE workshop hosted by the 19th...
View Article10 Tips to Prevent Employee Theft
“The FBI calls employee theft the fastest growing crime in America, and the majority of these cases happen in companies with fewer than 100 employees. In another alarming statistic, the U.S. Chamber of...
View ArticleVinTech Celebrates 7 Years in Business
VinTech has just celebrated our 7th year in business this past week. What if we did not have your support? We would have not had this great celebration. We wish to express our gratitude for your...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Having Mulitple Access Codes For Your Security System
Most clients do not know that there are many ways to utilize your access code that will make your system more secure. When we think of our alarm systems, we sometimes take for granted this disarming...
View ArticleEarth Hour, March 23, 2013 at 8:30p.m.
It’s that magical time of the year again, Earth Hour! VinTech is not only here to help protect your valuables. We also believe protecting Earth is important. We have only one planet, and we can all...
View ArticleBurglary Prevention for You!
Sgt. Jason Clark with the Chicago 19th District presents 10 tips on how to protect your home: According to our local police, the best thing you can do to prevent crime is to get to know your neighbors!...
View ArticleSurveillance Solves the Case…Again!
As a nation, we never quite think humans are capable of such malicious inhumanity against one another until another gruesome attack happens in our country. This past week we all mourned the 3 lives...
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