New security introduced to counter rising theft


CSA Z462 Arc Flash Training – Electrical Safety Compliance Course

Our customized live online or in‑person group training can be delivered to your staff at your location.

  • Live Online
  • 6 hours Instructor-led
  • Group Training Available
Regular Price:
$249
Coupon Price:
$199
Reserve Your Seat Today
Safeguard Security Holdings, Inc., a provider of corporate, industrial and residential security solutions, announces today that its subsidiary, SYSTEMSgroup Protective Services, implements new security technology services with its largest utility client.

R. Michael Lagow, CEO for Safeguard, stated, “We work closely with our client to mitigate certain types of theft. Due to the rising cost in copper, certain facilities are at significant security risks. Our team has designed a security technology solution to help reduce the threat and diminish its effects ongoing power utility operations. We are pleased to announce implementation of this program as it will significantly shrink losses in their remote facilities located throughout Texas.”

Shelly Anderson, Vice President, Operations, added, “We continue to expand our services in all areas including investigations, background checks, security staffing and security technology. Last quarter, we invoiced approximately $400,000 in additional security services outside of our base contract. Our services continue to expand with our client’s needs on an ongoing basis.”

Related News

Frustration Mounts as Houston's Power Outage Extends

Houston Power Outage Heatwave intensifies a prolonged blackout, straining the grid and infrastructure resilience; emergency…
View more

New Hampshire rejects Quebec-Massachusetts transmission proposal

Northern Pass Project faces rejection by New Hampshire regulators, halting Hydro-Quebec clean energy transmission lines…
View more

Ontario introduces new 'ultra-low' overnight hydro pricing

Ontario Ultra-Low Overnight Electricity Rates cut costs for shift workers and EV charging, with time-of-use…
View more

ERCOT Issues RFP to Procure Capacity to Alleviate Winter Concerns

ERCOT Winter Capacity RFP seeks up to 3,000 MW through generation and demand response to…
View more

KHNP is being considered for Bulgarian Nuclear Power Plant Project

KHNP Shortlisted for Belene Nuclear Power Plant, named by the Bulgarian Energy Ministry alongside Rosatom…
View more

Ontario's Clean Electricity Regulations: Paving the Way for a Greener Future

Ontario Clean Electricity Regulations accelerate renewable energy adoption, drive emissions reduction, and modernize the smart…
View more

Sign Up for Electricity Forum’s Newsletter

Stay informed with our FREE Newsletter — get the latest news, breakthrough technologies, and expert insights, delivered straight to your inbox.

Electricity Today T&D Magazine Subscribe for FREE

Stay informed with the latest T&D policies and technologies.
  • Timely insights from industry experts
  • Practical solutions T&D engineers
  • Free access to every issue

Download the 2026 Electrical Training Catalog

Explore 50+ live, expert-led electrical training courses –

  • Interactive
  • Flexible
  • CEU-cerified