Self-Testing Smoke Detectors: A Smarter, Safer Approach to Fire Alarm Inspection and Compliance
New technology is overcoming traditional challenges to the testing and inspection of smoke detectors and fire alarm systems to ensure these life-saving devices are code-compliant and ready for any emergency. Here’s what facility and property managers, chief engineers, and other professionals tasked with fire protection need to know to capitalize on this promising breakthrough. Smoke […]
LVC Customers Sweep BOMA Greater Minneapolis 2026 TOBY Awards
Commercial real estate properties protected and supported by LVC Companies’ fire protection, life safety, and security systems swept the top honors at the 2026 TOBY Awards hosted by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Greater Minneapolis. Recognized as one of the most prestigious awards programs in commercial real estate, the TOBY (The Outstanding […]
Integrating Body Cameras into Retail Loss Prevention Strategies
By Kevin Darnell LVC Strategic Partnerships Director With shoplifting and violence on the rise, adding body cameras to retail security strategies can feel like a no-brainer for loss prevention professionals. After all, the benefits of having an extra layer of protection and accountability are clear. But often, the biggest challenge to implementing this technology lies […]
What’s New and Noteworthy in Commercial AV for 2026
Audiovisual (AV) technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace. Gains in product performance, artificial intelligence, networked systems, and immersive experiences are reshaping user expectations in collaboration, communication, education, and entertainment. LVC Companies designs, installs, and services cutting-edge professional audiovisual systems (Pro AV) to help customers stay ahead of the curve in diverse markets including manufacturing, […]
LVC Companies Again Earns Prestigious ANSUL Diamond Distinction
LVC Companies’ Pre-Engineered Fire Suppression team has once again earned prestigious honors from ANSUL for their continued excellence in fire protection system sales, customer service, and technical expertise. ANSUL specializes in manufacturing fire suppression products. Their lineup includes liquid agents, dry chemicals, foam concentrates, and pressurized gases in delivery systems ranging from handheld portable fire […]
What’s New in Structured Cabling: Trends, Technology & How LVC Leads the Way
Structured cabling—the backbone of modern IT infrastructure—is evolving rapidly to meet the demands of today’s data-driven world. As businesses embrace hybrid work, IoT, AI-driven applications, cloud computing, and smart building technologies, the need for faster, more reliable, and scalable cabling solutions has never been greater. At LVC Companies, we design, install, and service cutting-edge structured […]
LVC Companies’ Fire Protection Systems Safeguard Itasca County Justice Center
LVC Companies is proud to protect the newly renovated and expanded Itasca County Justice Center in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, with the installation of advanced fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems. Major Fire & Life Safety Upgrades Managed by Contegrity Group, the justice center project included the construction of a new jail facility, expanded government offices, […]
What Can A Commercial Fire Alarm System Monitor?
When people think of commercial fire alarm systems, they often picture a loud siren blaring in response to smoke. While that’s certainly a key function, modern fire alarm systems are far more sophisticated. Commercial fire alarms are designed to monitor a wide range of fire and life safety devices to detect threats early, save lives […]
LVC Protects and Connects Menomonie Market Food Co-op
LVC Companies is proud to help protect and connect the new Menomonie Market Food Co-op in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. LVC is installing voice/data structured cabling, access control, and video surveillance security systems in the new two-story, 14,000-square-foot facility. LVC will also install a Bogen public address system to deliver paging and background music throughout the […]