Issue link: https://read.dmtmag.com/i/123858
34 • MAY 2013 • WORLD FENCE NEWS Linear closes on acquisition of 2GIG continued from page 6 2GIG," said Lance Dean, 2GIG cofounder. "We've known Nortek/Linear from the very beginning. They've been an instrumental part of our success." LAWLER Birmingham Alabama IRON CASTINGS STEEL FORGINGS HARDWARE As operations are folded together, 2GIG will remain an iconic brand under Linear, benefitting from Nortek and Linear resources, which include manufacturing infrastructure and OEM partner connections across broad segments. Linear is a leading manufacturer of security and access control products, personal emergency response systems (PERS), garage door openers and wireless devices. 2GIG dealers will have additional opportunities in these segments and from Linear's suite of interactive service offerings. Linear co-developed and has manufactured the Go!Control platform for 2GIG since it was formed in 2007. 2GIG is a major supplier to Vivint, one of the largest home automation services companies in North America. ECGOI hosts latest in series of table top shows East Coast Gate Operators Inc. (ECGOI) held the latest in its series of table top shows on March 21 at its headquarters in Charlotte, N.C. Some 80 door and gate automaThe acquisition includes a fiveyear supply agreement with Vivint, making the company an important customer for Linear. The deal was finalized with Nortek purchasing all the outstanding stock of 2GIG for approximately $135 million on a cash- and debt-free basis. For more information about Linear LLC, visit www.linearcorp.com or call 800-421-1587. Don't Settle For Less! GET THE ORIGINAL… PIONEER LATCHES HEAVY DUTY TAMPER RESISTANT GATE LATCH Tested To Over 2,000 lbs! NEW! NEW! Patent Pending Double Drive Latch / 18 lbs. Walk Gate Latch / 8 lbs. © 2013 Durable Hot-Dipped Galvanized Steel Construction Is Made To Last. 800-624-9512 fax 205-595-0599 www.lawlerfoundry.com request our current trade catalog More Security • More Convenience • Eliminates Drop Rods & Chains Pre-drilled To Be Bolted or Welded to 15⁄8" or 2" Gate Frames. Distributors Wanted International Security Products Scan from your Smart Phone tion professionals traveled to Charlotte from several surrounding states for the event, according to Shawn Lalli, president of ECGOI. East Coast Gate Operators Inc. is a wholesale distributor of gate operators and access peripherals to professionals in the gate and access industry. Exhibiting at the event and presenting technical information on their product lines were the following manufacturers: All-O-Matic, BD Loops, BFT U.S., Inc., Diablo Controls, LiftMaster, FAAC International, HySecurity, Magnetic Automation Corp., Select Engineered Systems, and Linear. Many of the firms donated door prizes, including LiftMaster, which gave away tickets to the Coca-Cola 600 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. (LiftMaster is an associate sponsor of the No. 1 NASCAR Sprint Cup team car driven by Jamie McMurray. LiftMaster is also the title sponsor of LiftMaster Pole Day qualifying in May prior to the Coca-Cola 600.) "We're passionate about educating our customers so they will have the expertise in successfully installing the various automation products offered by ECGOI and will be up to date on all the latest equipment and technical advances," said ECGOI partner Billy Meredith. "We plan on offering more table tops, certification sessions and manufacturer training later in the year." For information on the company, its product lines and seminars, visit www.EastCoastGateOperatorsInc.com. Call 800-733-7422 • www.ispfence.com • Fax: 763-425-9006 Left to right, Brian Dickson of BD Loops visits with John Reddy and Rudy Nesselrodt at the ECGOI table top in March. (ECGOI photos) © Skidril Inc. 2013 Ending back breaking post pounding! Skidril is the place for fence post pounders and equipment. With over 30 years of experience and thousands of customers all over the world look no further for the best in the business. We make Gasoline, Hydraulic and Pneumatic powered drivers. The Skidril hydraulic driver line can be powered by the smallest power supply in the industry (only 97 lb. and 2 sq. ft.) or even your tractor, skid loader or digger. From ground rods to 4" pipe or wood we have a solution for you. SKIDRIL.COM • 800-843-3745 American Ingenuity. Back in the 90's we had an idea! We invented the self-contained post driver. The first machine (which is still running) was delivered to a fencer in New York State. Now the Ultra-Driver G20D Gas Powered Post Driver offers awesome performance in an affordable package. Make no mistake only the Skidril G20D comes from a company with nearly 30 years experience making gas driven tools for the fence industry. The Ultra-Driver G20D is the most powerful driver in its class powered by a 4 stroke Honda motor or 2 stroke. A great product at a good price from a name you can trust! Luis Gutierrez of All-O-Matic, left, mans his exhibit and dispenses information to attendees. As always, a North Carolina barbecue lunch was part of the deal. Here, Gregg Wilson and Tim Connor chow down. continued on page 36