The ASSA ABLOY subsidiary selected Essence's advanced active
solution after identifying a need among French property owners to
have direct, remote control over security
HERZLIYA, Israel, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Essence Security,
a part of Essence Group, a leading technology group developing and
supplying wireless, cloud-based security solutions for homes and
businesses, today announced its collaboration with Point Fort
Fichet, France's leading locksmith network and a subsidiary of
ASSA ABLOY AB (ASSAB:Stockholm). The partnership aims to distribute
and implement Essence's
all-encompassing MyShield connected
smoke-generating intruder prevention solution across
France. MyShield is
available for private properties, retail establishments and small
businesses -- specifically those dealing with large volumes of tax
revenue -- to fortify these spaces against intensifying security
threats.
The rate of break-ins in France
rose nationally by 3% in 2023, creating a demand for active
intervention security solutions. As the first standalone security
smoke device, MyShield is at the forefront of the battle
against security threats with its ability to proactively detect and
act to ensure swift intervention and minimal risk to property
damage. Through this partnership, Point Fort Fichet will offer
Essence's MyShield system as a complement to its portfolio
of preventative security solutions, which helps consumers gain
control of their security from a smartphone or tablet. Together,
Point Fort Fichet and Essence offer customers the ability to take
direct action, enhancing safety protocols and providing peace of
mind to business owners and residents alike.
"As theft and burglary rates rise, we are excited to partner
with Essence Security to provide our customers with direct
intervention capabilities to stop intruders in their tracks," said
Frederic Colin, Managing Director of
Fichet Division of ASSA ABLOY France. "MyShield complements
our high-security offerings by providing property owners,
especially those who own small businesses, with an added layer of
protection that takes auto-surveillance up a level to auto-action.
At Fichet, we aim to address the demand for comprehensive solutions
that are redefining the meaning of security, and we're proud to
collaborate with a company like Essence to help us achieve this
goal."
MyShield stands out for its intrusion detection and
intervention capabilities through security smoke generation. The
award-winning, first-of-its-kind device deploys a veil of harmless
yet disorienting smoke that fills a room in 30 seconds, forcing
intruders off premises before they can cause harm to people or
property. MyShield acts as a 'first responder,'
significantly narrowing the window of time in which intruders can
operate and providing an enhanced level of security to residential
and commercial users -- particularly advantageous in high-risk
environments with lone workers or unoccupied buildings where rapid
response is crucial. MyShield provides Point Fort Fichet
customers full agency over their residential and retail properties'
security.
"In today's dynamic security landscape where threats are
constantly evolving, it's not enough to just passively watch; there
must be action and intervention." said Dr. Haim Amir, CEO and Founder of Essence Group.
"Partnering with a security leader like Point Fort Fichet ensures
home and business owners in the French market will have direct
control in protecting their assets. Together we are building on our
combined expertise to deliver a comprehensive service that makes
properties all over the country safe and secure."
Easy-to-install, MyShield's battery-powered system
includes an integrated motion detector, high-definition video
camera to eliminate false alarms, voice announcement and rapid
action remote smoke deployment. It utilizes cellular IoT networks
and can be used as a standalone app-based solution or integrated
into existing security systems. The low-maintenance device can be
easily moved to ensure properties have 24/7 security on demand for
reliable protection.
To access MyShield through Point Fort Fichet, please
visit here.
About Essence Group
Essence Group is a global
technology leader with a mission to develop and deploy innovative,
cloud-based, end-to-end security and healthcare solutions,
underpinned by supporting services, that provide peace of mind to
users. For over a quarter of a century, Essence has challenged
convention by making care and safety both accessible and
affordable. With over 75 million connected devices deployed
worldwide, Essence helps people to live safer and more independent
lives.
For more information: https://www.essence-grp.com/
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About Point Fort Fichet
Point Fort Fichet is the
largest network of locksmiths in France, also operating in Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy and Portugal. For more than 50 years, Point Fort
Fichet has been France's leading
producer of anti-burglary doors, high security locks and cylinders.
Point Fort Fichet protects what matters most.
For more information: https://www.fichet-pointfort.com/
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