About SONITROL of New Jersey
For over 70 years, SONITROL has set the standard in verified security—helping businesses reduce false alarms, achieve faster police response, and protect what matters most.
THE SONITROL STORY
A Proven Legacy of Innovation & Expertise
Our Beginnings
More than 70 years ago, with the help of a police officer, SONITROL was founded with the goal of reducing false alarms and increasing criminal apprehensions.
SONITROL Today
Today, SONITROL continues to offer cutting-edge security when and where you need it most, with service in cities all across North America. With a growing national and international network serving customers of all sizes, we have the expertise to tailor an ideal solution for your security requirements – all monitored by our 24/7 Central Station.
TECHNOLOGY MILESTONES
A Heritage of Technical Innovation
1960
Robert Baxter Incorporates “SONITROL”
From words “sound” and “control,” “SONITROL” is incorporated by Baxter to manufacture and market his innovations.
1965
SONITROL Develops Its Network
SONITROL develops a franchise concept and distribution network, becoming the largest franchise security network in the United States.
1973
SONITROL Changes Ownership
Purchased by a venture capital group in Washington, D.C. owned by Harry Flemming, the SONITROL Corporation changes ownership.
1985
SONITROL Central New Jersey Founded
In 1985, SONITROL New Jersey was founded by Karl Ottosen.
1963
Robert Baxter Meets Al Cronk
In 1963, Baxter meets Cronk, a local police officer who owned an alarm company. The pair joins together to found SONITROL the following year.
1968
SONITROL Sells Its First Franchise
In 1968, SONITROL sells its first franchise in Detroit, Michigan, which sells its first school security system. This first franchise is the start of several key SONITROL individuals.
1978
SONITROL Warranty Program Introduced
In 1978, SONITROL introduced our Warranty Program, which offers the industry’s strongest guarantees.
Your local Sonitrol
About SONITROL Central New Jersey
Sonitrol of Central New Jersey, led by President Karl Ottosen since 1985, delivers advanced, verified security solutions to businesses, schools, and institutions across the region. Their signature audio intrusion detection system enables trained operators to listen in real time during an alarm, verify threats, and dispatch law enforcement swiftly—resulting in one of the industry’s highest apprehension rates and lowest false alarm rates.
As a locally owned franchise of the Sonitrol Corporation, Sonitrol of Central New Jersey integrates audio detection with video surveillance, access control, and fire protection systems to offer comprehensive, tailored security strategies. Their strong partnerships with local law enforcement and commitment to service excellence have made them a trusted name in security for over 40 years .
Serving these Counties & Beyond
Middlesex County
Monmouth County
Hunterdon County
Mercer County
Somerset County
Who We Are
Our Team
Meet the team that keeps Sonitrol on the SDM Top 100 list year in and year out.
Judith Ottosen
Owner
Karl Ottosen
Founder
Bryan Bensel
VP of Sales
Stephanie Morton
Office Management
Ron Mulhall
COO
Sarah Patterson
Marketing
Our Core Values
We take care of the people who take care of everything else – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – with verified response.
First to Know, First to Act
Our verified intrusion technology is trusted by police – and when they need to enter a compromised building, they know we’ve got their back.
Reliability
Our patented technology reduces false alarms, provides quicker responses and safeguards what matters, when it matters most.
As You Need Us
Our operators are our eyes and ears. Over the last 60 years, they’ve helped in over 187,000 criminal apprehensions.
Giving Back to Our Community
From donating to police training equipment to school supplies, SONITROL dealers make giving back a top priority.
SONITROL Gives Back
Our values go beyond empowering trust – we also empower our community. Through the SONITROL Gives Back program, our dealers make it a top priority to give back to their local communities, from donating police equipment to school supplies.
Why Choose SONITROL?
Expert Verification
Verification can be the key to apprehension, preventing damage and so much more. That’s why SONITROL is proud to be the leader in verified electronic security. We focus on the human element – our highly-trained and professional monitoring personnel form the heart of every verified security solution we deploy. Drawing on information from your integrated security system—audio, video, access control, and fire—our operators quickly assess every alarm, alert the appropriate authorities and provide ongoing real-time information to law enforcement and emergency personnel on the scene. SONITROL’s Monitoring Center gives you peace of mind, knowing that our team of professionals is on the job protecting your facility at all times.
Over 70 years Working Together With Law Enforcement
Proven by SONITROL. Trusted by police.
More than 55 years ago, with the help of a police officer, SONITROL was founded with the goal of reducing false alarms and increasing criminal apprehensions. Our history with law enforcement, combined with our proven ability to verify alarms leads to a trusted relationship with the police in our communities.
The SONITROL Warranty Program
Shouldn’t you trust your security to the only technology that trusts itself?
SONITROL is proud to offer the industry’s best guarantee. We’ll detect and report any forcible entry made to the interior of your building while your SONITROL system is in operation, or the SONITROL Warranty will pay, replace or repair any loss or damage to covered goods caused by the forcible entry up to $15,000 (depending on location and account).
Our Products & Services
Verified Audio Intrusion Detection
Verified Audio Intrusion Detection
24/7 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
24/7 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
INTERCOM & ADMINISTRATIVE TOOLS
INTERCOM & ADMINISTRATIVE TOOLS
FIRE DETECTION & ALARM SYSTEMS
FIRE DETECTION & ALARM SYSTEMS
VAPE & SMOKE DETECTION
VAPE & SMOKE DETECTION
Your Trusted Security Partner
For over seven decades, SONITROL New Jersey has been at the forefront of verified electronic security solutions, serving businesses and communities across the Garden State. As a locally operated security partner, we combine national expertise with hometown service, delivering reliable commercial security systems, 24/7 professional monitoring, and customized security strategies for New Jersey’s unique needs.
From Newark to Trenton, and Princeton to Jersey City, our licensed security technicians provide business alarm systems, video surveillance, and access control solutions that protect what matters most to you.
Social Responsibility