Johnson Controls Partners with EAGL Technology and Anixter

MILWAUKEE (July 13, 2020) — Johnson Controls today announced its partnership with EAGL Technology and Anixter to help customers better protect their facility occupants and streamline emergency response, leading to improved outcomes during intruder incidents. Working with Johnson Controls and EAGL Technology, customers have access to a greater range of technologies and more custom solutions, regardless of building size or goals.

This partnership expands Johnson Controls emergency preparedness and response portfolio and is a crucial part of the company’s response to COVID-19. In the midst of the pandemic, many major enterprises have closed or significantly reduced staff including schools, retail, theaters and more. The United States government-issued funding as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act has provided funding for enterprises who are able to install emergency preparedness and response products such as gunshot detection systems prior to reopening facilities. Customers with access to the CARES Act funding can add gunshot detection systems to their safety and security protocols during periods of low building occupancy rates.

“More than ever, we are committed to working with customers to create a custom security strategy that delivers the best outcomes,” said John Hudson, vice president and general manager of security business at Johnson Controls. “This partnership allows us to meet the changing needs of all of our customers, creating safer and more secure spaces.”

Through Anixter’s distribution channels, Johnson Controls customers can implement EAGL Technology’s gunshot detection system. This advanced technology utilizes wireless technology with an open API, integrating with video surveillance, mass notification systems, video surveillance, and fire and life safety systems. The EAGL Technology system validates discharge events and notifies law enforcement with video and threat location information. EAGL Technology’s products connect seamlessly with Johnson Controls systems to create a well-rounded emergency response.

“EAGL Technology, Johnson Controls and Anixter are united in our customer-driven goals,” said EAGL Technology co-founder and senior vice president, Jennifer Russell. “We understand that the threats our customers are facing are evolving, so technology must evolve as well. This partnership allows us to meet customers’ changing needs and remain agile in the market.”

“Anixter is pleased to be partnering with Johnson Controls and EAGL Technology to help drive innovation for emergency preparedness and response,” said Terry Bender, vice president of sales, security at Anixter. “Knowing you have the ability to respond swiftly in emergency situations can provide great peace of mind to businesses and organizations.”

About Johnson Controls

At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, we drive the outcomes that matter most. We deliver our promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers and manufacturing. With a global team of 105,000 experts in more than 150 countries and over 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission. Our leading portfolio of building technology and solutions includes some of the most trusted names in the industry, such as Tyco®, York®, Metasys®, Ruskin®, Titus®, Frick®, Penn®, Sabroe®, Simplex®, Ansul® and Grinnell®. For more information, visit www.johnsoncontrols.com or follow us @johnsoncontrols on Twitter.

About EAGL Technology

EAGL Technology, Incorporated, is an experienced security equipment manufacturer, producing solutions that address today’s real-world security concerns.

EAGL Technology was established in 2015 after acquiring gunshot ballistic science developed by the Department of Energy (DOE) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL). EAGL has advanced this technology by creating a state-of-the-art security system.

Our team collaborates with security representatives at all government levels, facility managers, and other security professionals to ensure security assessment, planning & implementation are tailored to meet our customer’s security protocols, budgets and needs. To learn more visit eagltechnology.com.

About Anixter

Anixter is a leading global distributor of Network & Security Solutions, Electrical & Electronic Solutions and Utility Power Solutions. The company helps build, connect, protect, and power valuable assets and critical infrastructures. From enterprise networks to industrial MRO supply to video surveillance applications to electric power distribution, Anixter offers full-line solutions, and intelligence, that create reliable, resilient systems that sustain businesses and communities. Through Anixter’s unmatched global distribution network along with its supply chain and technical expertise, the company helps lower the cost, risk and complexity of its customers’ supply chains.

Anixter adds value to the distribution process by providing approximately 130,000 customers access to 1) innovative supply chain solutions, 2) nearly 600,000 products and over $1.0 billion in inventory, 3) over 300 warehouses/branch locations with approximately 9 million square feet of space and 4) locations in over 300 cities in approximately 50 countries. Founded in 1957 and headquartered near Chicago, Anixter trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AXE. Additional information about Anixter is available at www.anixter.com.

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