You can save money—and your parking spaces—with a smarter surveillance setup.

With crime, vandalism, and lawsuits on the rise, many property owners are looking for better ways to protect their spaces. Lately, that’s led to a growing number of trailer-mounted surveillance systems popping up in parking lots across Southern California.

But the reality is:
These trailers are not only expensive, they often take up one or more parking spots and require fuel, insurance, and monthly maintenance. Over time, those costs and disruptions can really add up.

A Smarter, Simpler Option

There’s a more streamlined way to monitor your property—without sacrificing valuable space or blo...

License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology is widely used for security, access control, and traffic monitoring. But there are many misconceptions about how it works—especially when it comes to camera resolution and software capabilities.

More Megapixels Aren’t Always Better

A common mistake when setting up an LPR system is assuming that higher-resolution cameras mean better results. In reality, a 2-megapixel (MP) camera often outperforms an 8-megapixel (MP) camera for license plate capture. Why? Because distance, angle, and lighting have a much greater impact on readability than resolution alone.

LPR Software: What It Can and Can’t Do

Another misconception is that LPR software...

If your older Kaba Mas X-0 or CDX-0 series lock isn’t powering up, you might be able to temporarily restore function by spinning the dial with a drill.

To do this, you can use a dial puller with a drill attachment or a rubber cup that fits over the dial, inserting a flat-head bolt in the center. Secure the dial puller or press the rubber cup onto the dial, then set your drill to reverse and spin the dial for a few seconds. Once the screen lights up and the numbers appear, continue spinning for a few more turns before entering your combination as usual.

After gaining access to your door or drawer, it’s best to upgrade to the new X-10 or CDX-10 lock models.

To order new X-10 or CDX-1...