PANIC ROOM" -- FROM MOVIE DRAMA TO REAL LIFE... NORWELL COMPANY PUSHES PANIC BUTTON

The highest element of fortification for life and property, the panic room"--otherwise known as Safe Room-is revealed to audiences in director David Finchers latest film Panic Room. Portraying the comprehensive, high tech elements of Safe Rooms in the home, the film casts a glimpse into a world of safety utilized by approximately 5% of the U.S. population.

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PANIC ROOM" -- FROM MOVIE DRAMA TO REAL LIFE...
NORWELL COMPANY PUSHES PANIC BUTTON

DATELINE: NORWELL, PEMBROKE, NANTUCKET, MA, MARCH 15, 2002...
What do you do when threatened by brutal burglars at your home in the middle of the night? If youre a recent divorcee struggling to rebuild and raise a child as portrayed by Jodie Foster in her latest film due out March 29th-you run for the Panic Room.

The highest element of fortification for life and property, the panic room"--otherwise known as Safe Room-is revealed to audiences in director David Finchers latest film Panic Room. Portraying the comprehensive, high tech elements of Safe Rooms in the home, the film casts a glimpse into a world of safety utilized by approximately 5% of the U.S. population.

Extreme Measures for Safety
More and more people are seeking out higher measures of security in their lives -- from protecting business information and trade secrets to protecting themselves and loved ones from harm. Alongside high tech security systems, a safe room safeguards against the most serious threats to life and property," said Dennis MacLeod, founder of Home Systems Design Associates, Inc. He continued, Depending upon the extent of the room design and/or systems design and services, the cost to design, engineer and install a safe room can range from $10,000 to $100,000. If a safe room is to be monitored 24/7, a typical monitoring contract would cost about $25 to $40 per month. A small price to pay for peace of mind."

Although safeguarding against common threats to life and property can be controlled through effective home security systems, Home Systems Design Associates, Inc. of Norwell, MA unveils their ultimate measure of security-- the Safe Room.

Offering high tech, touch-pad security systems for homes and offices that protect against fire, flood, burglary, vandalism and other events needing emergency response, Home Systems Design goes a step further to fortify clients by developing state-of-the-art Safe Rooms in homes and businesses.

Insulated from Threat
A Safe Room is a specified room in a home (which could be the home office) or business that provides a temporary haven against attempted kidnapping, assault and/or office theft and vandalism and ultimately protecting occupants as well as information.

The characteristics of a Safe Room may include:

·   Fortified walls and entry doors to prevent unauthorized penetration.
·   A redundant but separate communications capability to the outside world, usually in the form of a well-hidden and protected cellular (wireless) communication system or radio telephone.
·   Separate and secure heating and cooling ventilation system powered by a redundant power source.
·   An access terminal to surveillance cameras and security equipment.
·   Food and water.
·   First Aid gear.
·   Firearms.
·   Lavatory.

Keeping Systems in Check
A Safe Rooms systems and devices may be monitored around the clock, seven days a week. Systems/device monitoring may include:

·   Safety and Fire System monitoring. Upon alarm status of smoke, heat or panic alarm, the local fire department is notified within 60 seconds.

·   Burglar System. When an alarm is monitored, the police are notified unless the client has specified otherwise.

·   Automation Sensors. When there is an alarm on the water detection sensors, low temperature sensors or power outage sensors, the clients representatives, property manager or caretaker are notified.

All Systems Go"
Home Systems Design offers peace of mind through security systems that constantly monitor (24 hours a day) open windows and doors; glass break; motion; power outage; heat and smoke detectors; fire sprinklers; heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC) in addition to spas and other appliances. Home Systems Design can install systems that can be programmed to control individual rooms, offices and other areas such as garages-with the capability to arm and disarm one area without affecting other areas.

Control of the security system is literally at an individuals fingertips with a wireless touch screen command center that can be accessed remotely via telephone or Internet from anywhere in the world.

Retrofit for the Future
Home Systems Design caters to clients with existing homes through their Retrofit Division. Home Systems Designs Retrofit Division team of experienced professionals will design, engineer and install integrated state-of-the-art audio, video, lighting, communications, security and control equipment into existing construction. Site inspections are required prior to retrofit proposal.

Designing Dream Homes"
Home Systems Design Associates, Inc. designs, engineers and installs electronic systems for homes throughout the U.S. Home Systems Designs team of experienced professionals integrate state-of-the-art audio, video, lighting, communications and control equipment, including upscale home theaters, hi-quality multi-room audio/video systems, lighting and climate control and communications to future proof wiring solutions and security into both new and existing construction. Home Systems Design uses the finest consumer, professional and industrial products for their systems, which are found in private homes, conference facilities and boardrooms. Home Systems Design team are licensed contractors and responsible for all aspects of a project, from initial design through installation, maintenance, service and training. All work, from CADD-generated layouts to interface engineering to custom software is performed in-house to ensure the highest level of workmanship and reliability.    

Creating systems that entertain, facilitate, comfort and endure, Home Systems Design Associates provide systems of impeccable performance, reliability, aesthetics and simplicity that will completely satisfy clients. Home Systems Design Associates, Inc. business office and showroom is located at 76 Accord Park Drive in Norwell, MA. Their satellite office is located at 171/2 Teasdale Circle in Nantucket, MA. For more information, or to schedule an appointment at the showroom, which features examples of audio/video, lighting and controls systems and a magnificent home theater, contact
(781) 982-0525 or www.hsda.com.