Our History
Since 1971 our business has evolved from being primarily a United States Government alarm system installation contractor to a highly reputable manufacturer of alarm system and emergency response products. We strive to continually produce innovative products that meet the changing needs of our customers.
Our commitment to the development of new and enhanced products is coupled with responsiveness to customer feedback. Today our Radio Alarm System product lines are on the leading edge of technology for alarm systems with over 300 systems installed on industrial and United States Government facilities throughout the world.
Company founded in Spokane, Washington
Conducted radio feasibility study for the U.S. Air Force
Sale of first Radio Fire Alarm Reporting System (FARS); received GSA approval
Sales from products begin to exceed sales from installation services
Adoption of FSK protocol increases data capacity on Monaco systems; adding to an already robust product offering
Awarded $3M contract to install intrusion detection system on 50 U.S. Navy bases
Release revolutionary Windows®-based D-21 platform as the industry-leading Central Receiving Station
First Monaco D-21 Mass Notification System (MNS) installed
During the 2000’s, Monaco introduced over ten new scalable applications for the D-21 platform; developed by Monaco's own engineering team
Created additional communication methods for many Monaco products to fit changing customer needs; offering Radio, Ethernet, Fiber, and more
Developed a Common Operating Picture solution for multiple entities to share incident information in real-time; drastically improving the Emergency Responder's tool set and decision-making abilities
Launched a cutting-edge 'Combination Panel' offering Fire Alarm Control Panel, Mass Notification System, and Radio Reporting capabilities in one enclosure
Enhanced mobility features of several Monaco D-21 Central Receiving Station solutions to meet customer demand; improved flow of information
Major enhancements and additions to the D-21 Common Operating Picture solutions; Added more scalable options for the D-21 platform