This catalog shows the cameras, recorders, access control, intercoms, networking and power gear we typically use in projects across Chicago, the North Shore and northwest suburbs. It is designed for condos, HOAs, multifamily buildings and businesses, not one-off DIY kits.
We are not a generic online store – instead, we use this catalog when preparing designs, proposals and service upgrades. Each category below links to detailed pages with models, specs and Chicago-specific notes.
Start with the type of equipment you are interested in. Most real projects combine multiple categories – for example security cameras + NVR + access control + intercom + networking – but browsing by category makes it easy to review options and share links with your board or team.
CCTV & IP video
IP and coax cameras for entrances, parking, garages, lobbies, elevators and perimeter coverage.
Recording & storage
Recorders and video servers sized for realistic retention, remote viewing and multi-site access.
Cards, fobs & mobile
Door controllers and cloud or on-prem platforms for managing residents, staff and vendors.
Locks, strikes & maglocks
The physical side of access control – electrified locks, strikes and hardware for secure doors and gates.
Condos & HOAs
Modern video intercoms and entry panels for multifamily buildings, HOAs and mixed-use properties.
Switches & aggregation
Power-over-Ethernet switches that act as the backbone for cameras, controllers and intercoms.
Routing & remote access
Secure gateways for separating security traffic from resident Wi-Fi and office networks.
Power & uptime
Power supplies, UPS units and surge protection that keep systems running during outages and storms.
We keep our catalog focused on brands that perform well in real Chicago buildings and have long-term support. You will often see equipment from:
On some takeover projects we also work with existing systems from other vendors, even if we do not recommend them for new installations. These are clearly noted on the individual product pages.
Many boards and managers know they “need better security” but are not sure which boxes in the rack do what. This quick matrix links common goals to the equipment categories above:
| Goal | Most relevant categories | Typical Chicago use cases |
|---|---|---|
| Improve video coverage of entrances, parking & alleys | Security Cameras, Recorders & Servers | Mid-rise condo near the lake, courtyard building in Lakeview, loading dock cameras for a small warehouse near O’Hare. |
| Replace keys with fobs or cards | Access Control Systems, Access Control Hardware | HOAs in Evanston and Wilmette moving to fobs, small offices in Skokie and Glenview adding card access on staff doors. |
| Modernise buzzer panel with video & mobile apps | Video Intercoms & Entry Systems, Network Switches & PoE | Vintage courtyard buildings in Chicago, mid-rise condos in Edgewater and Rogers Park replacing decades-old audio buzzers. |
| Stabilise existing system & reduce outages | Network Switches & PoE, Routers, Firewalls & Cloud Gateways , Power & Protection | Older NVRs, unmanaged switches and consumer routers replaced with labeled PoE switches, proper gateways and UPS units designed for Chicago storms and ComEd outages. |
You do not need to pick every part number yourself. Tell us about your building in Chicago or the suburbs, and we will prepare a free estimate using equipment from this catalog plus a simple explanation your board or management team can understand.