Among the many changes that took place over the last year, 2012's Security 50 ranking welcomes a few “new” faces — Arecont Vision, Optex, Safran Group, Tiandy Digital Technology, TKH Group and Tyco Security Products. Either through strategic M&A (split in Tyco's case) or organic growth, these companies made it to this year's list with remarkable performance.
Among the many changes that took place over the last year, 2012's Security 50 ranking welcomes a few “new” faces — Arecont Vision, Optex, Safran Group, Tiandy Digital Technology, TKH Group and Tyco Security Products. Either through strategic M&A (split in Tyco's case) or organic growth, these companies made it to this year's list with remarkable performance.
Arecont thrived with its continued focus on developing megapixel imaging solutions. Its products are being used in every major vertical market all over the world.
In late 2010, Optex acquired Fiber Sensys, which specialized in fiber-based intrusion detection and had major operations in North America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, to facilitate Optex's growth as an international brand. At the same time, Fiber Sensys has been able to accelerate its innovations by leveraging Optex's financial resources. To further expand the business, Optex acquired Raytec, a developer and supplier of LED illumination for security systems and cameras, in the beginning of 2012. By acquiring this company, Optex strengthened its presence in Europe and diversified its product lines.
In July 2011, Safran finalized the acquisition of L-1 Identity Solutions, a leading identity management and biometric solutions provider with the extensive Bioscrypt portfolio. Renamed Morpho Trust, this business unit significantly enhanced Safran's identity credentialing and management capabilities, contributing to a huge portion of Safran's 2011 revenue.
Tiandy, the only “newcomer” from China this year, is becoming a prominent surveillance systems provider, with a broad range of innovative and cost-effective products. The company is seeking out more international opportunities to expand the brand, portfolio of offerings and revenue streams.
In the beginning of 2011, TKH acquired Optelecom-NKF, a global supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions and now operating under the name Siqura, setting itself apart in the fields of VCA, detection systems and integrated security solutions. This transaction helped the company secure larger, international contracts. As a result of broadened business opportunities, this newly acquired business unit contributed to much of TKH's 2011 revenue growth.
Last but not least, Tyco Security Products bought Visonic in 2011 and got separated from Tyco International in September 2012. The Visonic acquisition strengthened Tyco's intrusion detection footprint in EMEA and broadened the DSC wireless portfolio and its target markets. The leaner and meaner Tyco shall ensure quicker response to market conditions and integration of technological advances.