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HVAC News
Linear Announces Copper Cop, Simple
Solution to Protect HVAC against Metal Theft.
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to install with multiple levels of security, Copper Cop is a
powerful deterrent against metal thieves targeting
industrial HVAC units.
Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access
control, emergency response and security solutions,
announces Copper Cop, a new copper theft security solution
designed to protect commercial HVAC units, one of the most
frequent targets of metal thieves, from being stripped of
copper piping and hardware.
Designed for easy installation to the exterior of a
commercial HVAC unit, Linear's Copper Cop includes a unique
wire harness and patent-pending spring-loaded clips enclosed
in a durable bright yellow casing that provides "Protected
by Copper Cop" warning signage to deter would-be thieves. As
simple as it is effective, the Copper Cop goes to work when
anyone tries to remove the HVAC cover or disarm the unit. If
breached, Copper Cop connects to a local siren while also
transmitting an alarm signal to a Linear or other security
system which then alerts the proper authorities.
Copper Cop has advantages over existing HVAC metal security
solutions as well. Since it is an alarm activation device,
licensed security system installers can retrofit existing
HVAC units without needing an HVAC installer's license or an
electrician's license. Security system installers can
install Copper Cop for commercial customers directly, or
work with HVAC contractors to install and monitor.
Integrating with existing alarm panels is easily
accomplished with Linear's wireless Transmitter/Receiver
Pair (DXS-31 / DXS-702).
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Copper and metal
thefts are especially destructive because the cost of repair,
replacement and insurance premium increases far exceed the value
of stolen metal. A $10,000 HVAC unit can be rendered useless
when the $75 worth of copper tubing is removed. This imbalance
makes simple, affordable solutions like the Copper Cop even more
appealing.
According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NCIB), metal
thefts have increased 81 percent since 2008, with copper by far
the most frequently stolen material. Critical infrastructure
sources like traffic lights and railway signals, farm equipment,
construction sites and unoccupied buildings have all been
targeted by thieves willing to risk personal safety and cause
tens of thousands of dollars in damage for a few hundred dollars
worth of metal.
"We've seen countless cases of schools, businesses, churches and
construction sites targeted by metal thieves, often because of
inadequate security," said Duane Paulsen, senior vice president
of product and market development for Linear. "Copper Cop is the
simplest, most affordable and effective solution to combat
copper theft because it provides a visual deterrent on the HVAC
unit, an audio deterrent with the siren, and an immediate
security response via integration with existing security
systems."
Even the federal government recognizes the threat caused by
metal theft in an unclassified FBI intelligence assessment that
states, "Copper thieves are threatening US critical
infrastructure...and present a risk to both public safety and
national security."
For more information about Linear LLC, please visit
www.linearcorp.com or call 1-800-421-1587. Linear can also be
found on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and LinkedIn.
About Linear LLC
For over 50 years, Linear LLC has been an innovator in the
security market. Linear's legacy includes the early application
of passive infrared detection and radio frequency (RF)
transmission, technologies that revolutionized the wireless
security and access control industries. Today, Linear delivers
class-leading wired and wireless products into a variety of
markets serving the access control, security and home technology
needs of its customers. Linear continues to expand its product
and engineering prowess, leveraging the knowledge gained from
strategic acquisitions and custom product development which will
help lead the company into the next 50 years. To learn more,
visit
www.linearcorp.com.
Linear LLC is a subsidiary of Nortek, Inc. a global, diversified
company whose many market-leading brands deliver broad
capabilities and a wide array of innovative, technology-driven
products and solutions for lifestyle improvement at home and at
work. Please visit www.nortekinc.com for more information.
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