Service, Strength, and Purpose: The Veterans Behind HQE Systems
A Legacy of Service and Purpose At HQE Systems, service is more than history. It is identity. As a disabled veteran owned company that is 65 percent veteran staffed, our foundation is built on duty, honor, and the unwavering commitment to protect others. The same values that guided us in uniform now drive our innovation […]
When Alerts Fail: Lessons from L.A. County’s Wildfire Response
A Night That Changed Everything The smell of smoke. The sky glowing orange. The frantic rush to gather loved ones, pets, and the few belongings that could fit in a car. For countless California families, wildfire is no longer a distant possibility but a recurring nightmare. A recent investigative report by the Associated Press, published […]
Press Release: City of Roanoke, TX Enhances Emergency Alerting with HQE Systems’ LS120 Intelligent Voice Outdoor Warning Siren Installation
City of Roanoke, TX Enhances Emergency Alerting with HQE Systems’ LS120 Intelligent Voice Outdoor Warning Siren Installation TEMECULA, Calif., September 19, 2025 — HQE Systems, a certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) and a leading Unified Mass Notifications manufacturer, is proud to announce the successful deployment of its advanced, clear voice outdoor warning sirens in […]
SiSA™: The Future of AI-Enabled Unified Mass Notification
SiSA™ : The Future of AI-Enabled Unified Mass Notification Why SiSA™ is Changing the Future of Life Safety In life safety, every second counts. From natural disasters to workplace violence, organizations must act quickly to protect people and maintain order. SiSA™ (Smart Alert Software) delivers a unified platform that integrates alerting, monitoring, and incident management […]
With our kids back to school, it is a reminder that school shootings are still happening. Is your school prepared?
Are Our Schools Truly Ready? School shootings have become one of the most pressing threats to education in the United States. From Antioch High School in Tennessee to dozens of other campuses, each tragedy highlights a devastating reality: students and teachers are not only vulnerable but often left without clear communication when crisis strikes. Parents […]
Hurricane Season is Here: HQE Emergency Solutions Deliver Critical Alerts When Networks Fail and Lives are on The Line.
The Atlantic basin is already showing its power As of mid-August 2025, Hurricane Erin has become the first major storm of the season, reaching Category 1 with 75 mph winds and expected to strengthen over warm waters. As mentioned by The Washington Post, NOAA forecasts an above-average season with up to nineteen named storms and […]
Five Lives Lost in St. Louis Tornado Points to Gaps in Emergency Alerting Systems
Five Lives Lost in St. Louis Tornado Points to Gaps in Emergency Alerting Systems Why the St. Louis Tornado Reminds Us Preparedness Still Matters On May 16, 2025, an EF3 tornado tore through several St. Louis neighborhoods, killing five people, including three children, and injuring nearly 40 others. The National Weather Service issued a tornado […]
Press Release: Built From the Ground Up: How Qais Alkurdi Turned a Mission into HQE Systems
Built From the Ground Up: How Qais Alkurdi Turned a Mission into HQE Systems It didn’t start in a boardroom or a business school. It started on the battlefield. Qais Salem Alkurdi, a service-disabled U.S. Marine Corps veteran, didn’t set out to build a company. He set out to solve a life-threatening problem: how […]
Disaster-Preparing Oil Drilling Sites: How AI Sirens & Smart Cameras Stop Disaster During Explosions, Storms & Stop Lawsuits Before They Happen!
Disaster-Proofing Oil Drilling Sites: How AI Sirens & Smart Cameras Stop Explosions, Storms & Lawsuits Before They Happen! Antrim, Guernsey County: Oil Drilling Explosion Accident The evening of January 2, 2025, started like any other for the residents of Antrim, Guernsey County. Then, at 5:30 p.m., a oil drilling site well pad exploded, shaking homes […]
Enhancing Safety at Joint Base Charleston: HQE Systems’ 25-Siren Upgrade Project
Strengthening Safety at Joint Base Charleston Joint Base Charleston, located in North Charleston, South Carolina, is a critical military installation supporting air mobility and logistics operations. With a large population of military personnel, civilians, and families, safety is a top priority. This includes having reliable emergency alert systems that ensure quick, effective communication during crises. […]
