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                                                                   Exhibit 10.14

                        FULL AND FINAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS

         The parties to this Full and Final Release of Claims (the "AGREEMENT")
are American Building Control, Inc., a Delaware corporation, together with any
and all of its affiliates and subsidiaries ("ABCX"), and George Broady
("Broady"), an individual residing in Dallas County, Texas. The Agreement shall
have an Effective Date as of January 1, 2004.

         The specific terms and conditions of this Agreement, and the
consideration that the parties have agreed to exchange and provide to each other
under the terms of this Agreement are described more particularly as follows:

A.       INTRODUCTION

         1. PURPOSE OF AGREEMENT. The purpose of this Agreement is to
compromise, settle and dispose of all claims, potential claims, losses, damages,
demands, potential litigation and disputes between the parties that arise out
of, relate to or in any way concern Broady's previous employment or stockholder
relationship with ABCX or any services that he provided for ABCX.

         2. SETTLEMENT ACHIEVED. The parties have decided to enter into the
settlement and release provisions of this Agreement to compromise and settle all
claims and disputes now existing between them, as well as all other disputes,
claims, losses, damages or demands that may arise in the future and which arise
out of, relate to or in any way concern Broady's previous employment with ABCX,
or any services that he provided for ABCX, or any stockholder relationship with
ABCX. Broady and ABCX agree, for the consideration and upon the terms set forth
in this Agreement that:

         (i)      Broady ceased to be an employee of ABCX on November 11, 2003
                  (the "Resignation Date").

         (ii)     Broady hereby confirms that, as of the Resignation Date, he
                  has voluntarily resigned from any and all positions he held in
                  any and all capacities with ABCX and agrees to execute all
                  other documents that ABCX may reasonably request more
                  specifically evidencing such resignation.

         (iii)    Broady hereby confirms that he has received the Warrant
                  Agreement referenced in that certain Guaranty Reimbursement
                  Agreement dated as of December 17, 2001 between ABCX (formerly
                  Ultrak, Inc.) and Broady whereby ABCX granted to Broady
                  warrants (the "Warrants") to acquire 200,000 shares of the
                  common stock of ABCX at a price per share of $1.64 for three
                  (3) years. Broady hereby acknowledges and confirms that all
                  obligations of ABCX in any way related to the delivery of the
                  Warrant Agreement to Broady have been satisfied and Broady
                  forever releases ABCX from any further obligations thereunder
                  except as are specifically provided for in the Warrant
                  Agreement itself.

         (iv)     Broady hereby agrees that all other obligations attributable
                  to ABCX under the Guaranty Reimbursement Agreement are hereby
                  satisfied and forever discharged and ABCX shall have no
                  further obligation to Broady under the Guaranty Reimbursement
                  Agreement and Broady and ABCX hereby agree that the Guaranty
                  Reimbursement Agreement is terminated and of no further force
                  and effect.

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         (v)      Broady and ABCX hereby each agree that any and all of the
                  obligations to be performed or assumed by ABCX under that
                  certain Severance Agreement entered into between them as of
                  December 4, 2001 have been fulfilled by ABCX and ABCX shall
                  have no further obligation arising out of or in any related to
                  that Severance Agreement.

         (vi)     Broady and ABCX hereby agree that in settlement of any and all
                  claims Broady may have against ABCX or obligations ABCX may
                  have to Broady relating to Broady's right to receive options
                  to purchase the stock of ABCX, Broady and ABCX shall each
                  execute and deliver to the other the attached American
                  Building Control, Inc. 2002 Stock Incentive Option Plan Stock
                  Option Agreement (the "2002 Agreement") pursuant to which
                  Broady shall be issued the right and option to purchase
                  300,000 shares of the common stock of ABCX at a price of $0.95
                  per share. Pursuant to the terms of the 2002 Agreement, the
                  grant shall be dated April 16, 2003, the date the Compensation
                  Committee of the Board of Directors of ABCX approved the grant
                  and shall expire on January 14, 2005. Under the terms of the
                  2002 Agreement, Broady shall have the right to exercise the
                  options any time on or after the date the 2002 Agreement is
                  executed by the parties and prior to or on the expiration
                  date. The grant is issued subject to Broady agreeing that he
                  will not take any actions to purchase shares pursuant to that
                  certain Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement, dated January
                  15, 2002, by and between ABCX and Broady, pursuant to which
                  Broady was granted the option to purchase up to 475,000 shares
                  of the common stock of ABCX at a price per share of $1.42.
                  Broady hereby agrees that the January 15, 2002 agreement is
                  cancelled and of no further effect.

B.       SETTLEMENT AND RELEASE PROVISIONS

         1. SETTLEMENT PROCEEDS. ABCX agrees to pay, and Broady hereby accepts
payment of, an aggregate net amount of $185,000.00 (the "SETTLEMENT PROCEEDS")
to Broady in full settlement of all claims, potential claims, demands, potential
litigation and disputes between the parties that arise out of, relate to or in
any way concern Broady's employment relationship with ABCX or services he
provided for ABCX or the Severance Agreement. The Settlement Proceeds to be paid
to Broady are net of applicable required withholding taxes. ABCX shall deliver
to Broady appropriate documentation itemizing the gross amounts of the
Settlement Payments.

         2. CONFIDENTIALITY OF RELEASE PROVISIONS. It is expressly agreed by all
of the parties, and their directors, officers, employees, attorneys, agents, and
all other persons acting at their direction or on their behalf, that the
existence and the terms of this Agreement shall remain confidential including,
but not limited to, the specific amount of the settlement proceeds being paid
and any estimation or description of the amounts paid in settlement, except as
expressly required by law, the reporting requirements of the I.R.S. or the U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission, or pursuant to valid court order or other
legal process. Notwithstanding the foregoing, each party may disclose
information regarding the Agreement to its own attorneys, accountants, agents or
tax advisors as necessary for business purposes, if the disclosing party advises
the recipient of the confidential nature of such information.

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         3. NO FURTHER PAYMENTS. It is the specific intent of the parties to
this Agreement that ABCX shall hereafter be required to pay no further amounts
to Broady, or to issue any further options or warrants to purchase stock or
provide any other consideration, for any claims, potential claims, losses,
damages, demands, potential litigation and disputes between the parties that
arise out of, relate to or in any way concern Broady's previous employment or
stockholder relationship with ABCX.

         4. BROADY'S RELEASE OF ABCX. For and in consideration of the foregoing
payment and the other good and valuable consideration that is set forth in this
Agreement, Broady hereby releases and forever discharges ABCX, as well as all of
its directors, officers, shareholders, employees, agents, representatives and
attorneys, of and from all claims that ever existed and which arose out of,
relate to or concern in any way Broady's employment or stockholder relationship
with ABCX or services he provided for ABCX. This release therefore includes all
claims whether they are now known or unknown, matured or unmatured, in law or in
equity, that Broady ever had, now has or may later claim to have against ABCX,
its directors, officers, shareholders, employees, agents, representatives and
attorneys arising out of, relating to or concerning: (i) any representations or
warranties made by ABCX before the Effective Date of this Agreement that are not
expressly set forth in this Agreement, (ii) any amounts claimed due from ABCX
other than amounts to be paid under the terms of this Agreement (iii) any
warrants, stock or stock options claimed due from ABCX other than warrants,
stock or stock options to be transferred or issued under the terms of this
Agreement, and (iv) any statements, acts or omissions by ABCX, which relate to
or concern in any way Broady's employment or stockholder relationship with ABCX
or services he provided for ABCX. This release is intended to and shall inure to
the benefit of ABCX, as well as all of its employees, attorneys, agents, assigns
and successors. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Broady does not release any
claims against ABCX that may later arise based on its breach of any term or
representation that is expressly set forth in this Agreement.

Broady agrees to refrain from instituting, prosecuting, filing or processing, or
assisting or cooperating with the instituting, prosecuting, filing or processing
of any litigation against ABCX, its officers, agents or employees, under, but
not limited to, the following legal theories or causes of action: any claims of
negligent or intentional infliction of emotional distress; any claims alleging
the existence of an implied or express contract of employment; any claims of
contractual rights arising out of any employment agreement, handbooks or policy
statements; any employment claims alleging violations of public policy, breach
of fiduciary duties, denial of payment of benefits (either severance, retirement
or otherwise), failure to pay commissions owed, and any other claims, charges or
causes of action against ABCX, its officers, agents or employees, arising out of
alleged instances of wrongful termination, employment discrimination and/or
slanderous publication or any other aspects of the previous terms and conditions
of Broady's employment with ABCX which may have arisen prior to, or at the time
of, the effective date of this Agreement.

Broady agrees that he will not make any disparaging remarks, or otherwise take
any action that could reasonably be anticipated to cause material damage to the
reputation and goodwill of, or otherwise negatively reflect upon, ABCX, its
employees, officers, agents, shareholders or directors.

         5. RELEASE BY ABCX OF BROADY. For and in consideration of the foregoing
release by Broady and the other good and valuable consideration that is set
forth in this Agreement, ABCX hereby releases and forever discharges Broady, of
and from all claims that ever existed and which

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arose out of, relate to or concern in any way Broady's employment with ABCX.
This Release therefore includes all claims whether they are now known or
unknown, matured or unmatured, in law or in equity, that ABCX ever had, now has
or may later claim to have against Broady arising out of, relating to or
concerning: (i) any representations or warranties made by Broady before the
Effective Date of this Agreement that are not expressly set forth in this
Agreement, (ii) any amounts claimed due from Broady other than amounts to be
paid under the terms of this Agreement (iii) any warrants, stock or stock
options claimed due from Broady other than warrants, stock or stock options to
be transferred or issued under the terms of this Agreement, (iv) any statements,
acts or omissions by Broady, which relate to or concern in any way Broady's
employment with ABCX. This Release is intended to and shall inure to the benefit
of Broady, as well as all of his successors. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ABCX
do not release any claims against Broady that may later arise based on his
breach of any term or representation that is expressly set forth in this
Agreement.

         6. NO PREVIOUS ASSIGNMENT. The parties warrant and represent that
before the Effective Date of this Agreement, none of them has sold, assigned,
granted or otherwise transferred any claim, cause of action, right, privilege,
or cause of action, or any part thereof, that is covered by or subject to the
terms of this Agreement.

         7. NO RELIANCE ON ANY UNDOCUMENTED PROMISES. No party to this Agreement
has made any statements, representations or promises to the other parties,
whether in writing or otherwise, or offered any other type of promise,
consideration or inducement that is not specifically set forth in this
Agreement. In this regard, all parties represent and warrant that, in entering
into this Agreement, they are each relying solely and exclusively on the
statements that are expressly set forth in this Agreement, and that they are
under no duress, coercion or pressure from any source.

         8. INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT. ABCX and Broady are each relying on their own
independent business judgment in deciding to enter into this Agreement. Further,
the parties have each received, and are relying and acting upon the advice of
their own legal counsel, who has reviewed the terms and language of this
Agreement with them and advised them of their legal rights relating to their
decision to settle and compromise their disputes, claims and potential claims,
causes of action, losses, damages and demands. Each of the parties understands
that this Agreement shall operate as a full, complete and final release and
settlement of any and all of their claims, as set forth above.

         9. SEVERABILITY. In the event that any of the provisions of this
Agreement shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable in whole or in part,
those provisions to the extent enforceable and all other provisions shall
nevertheless continue to be valid and enforceable as though the invalid or
unenforceable parts had not been included in this Agreement. In the event that
any provision relating to the time period or scope of restriction shall be
declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to exceed the maximum time period
or scope such court deems reasonable and enforceable, then the time period or
scope of restriction deemed reasonable and enforceable by the court shall become
and shall thereafter be the maximum time period.

         10. GOVERNING LAW; ATTORNEYS FEES. THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED
AND ENFORCED ACCORDING TO THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS. ALL LEGAL ACTIONS
ARISING UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE INSTITUTED IN, AND BOTH ABCX AND BROADY
CONSENT TO JURISDICTION IN, DALLAS COUNTY, TEXAS. IN

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THE EVENT OF ANY LITIGATION TO ENFORCE THIS AGREEMENT, THE PREVAILING PARTY
SHALL BE ENTITLED TO RECOVER ITS REASONABLE LEGAL FEES, COURT COSTS AND
EXPENSES.

         11. AGREEMENT, READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND FAIR. Broady has carefully read
and considered all provisions of this Agreement and agrees that all of the
restrictions set forth are fair and reasonable and are reasonably required for
the protection of the interests of ABCX.

         IN WITNESS WHEREOF the undersigned parties have executed this Agreement
to be effective as of the Effective Date.

AMERICAN BUILDING CONTROL, INC.                   GEORGE BROADY

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By:   Danny Mills                                 George Broady
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                                                                   Exhibit 10.15

THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this 2nd day of February, 2004 by and
between American Building Control, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, and Ultrak
Operating, L.P. (now known as MDI Operating, L.P., a Texas limited partnership),
(collectively hereinafter referred to as "ABCX"), and John Cannon, an individual
(hereinafter referred to as "Mr. Cannon").

WHEREAS, Mr. Cannon had been employed by ABCX in various positions, the latest
being as Vice President - Operations, pursuant to the terms of that certain
Employment Agreement between him and Ultrak Operating, L.P. dated as of January
19, 2001, as amended effective November 1, 2001, (the "Employment Agreement").

WHEREAS, by notice given by ABCX to Mr. Cannon dated November 1, 2002, the
Employment Agreement was terminated in accordance with its terms, effective
December 31, 2002.

NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto mutually agree as follows:

1. Mr. Cannon will be paid the sum of U.S. $ 8,655.95, minus required
withholdings or other authorized deductions, subject to and at the time that
both of the parties have signed and exchanged duplicate originals of this
Agreement.

The above sum represents all amounts to be paid by ABCX to Mr. Cannon as
"severance pay", separation allowance or other like compensations which may be
claimed by Mr. Cannon due to the termination of his employment with ABCX and the
Employment Agreement. Having elected to receive lump sum severance pay, Mr.
Cannon will not be eligible to participate in the ABCX Medical Plan unless Mr.
Cannon elects COBRA coverage, in which case Mr. Cannon will be responsible for
the full cost of this coverage (normal employee and company contribution.) If
Mr. Cannon decides to elect COBRA coverage, he may contact the ABCX Human
Resources Department for details on how to make such election.

If applicable, Mr. Cannon's additional company provided insurance, such as life
insurance, will be terminable by ABCX on execution of this Agreement by the
parties.

2. For and in consideration of the sums paid by ABCX to Mr. Cannon, as set forth
in paragraph 1 above, Mr. Cannon, in full satisfaction of any and all claims of
whatever nature, hereby has remised, released and forever discharged and by
these presence does for himself, and his heirs, executors, and administrators
and assigns, release and forever discharge ABCX, and its successors and assigns,
of and from all manner of actions, suits, debts, dues, sums of money, accounts,
reckoning, covenants, contracts, agreements, promises, claims and awards
whatsoever, in law or in equity which against ABCX, Mr. Cannon ever had, now has
or which he or his heirs, executors or administrators, hereafter can, shall or
may have for, upon or by reason of any matter, cause or thing whatsoever based
on his employment with ABCX, his Employment Agreement or his separation of

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employment. The parties agree that the release set forth above shall not reduce,
diminish or alter any claims Mr. Cannon may have against ABCX for the payment to
him of the special incentive relating to the post closing arbitration against
Honeywell.

3. ABCX hereby has remised, released and forever discharged and by these
presence does for itself, and its assigns, release and forever discharge Mr.
Cannon, and his successors and assigns, of and from all manner of actions,
suits, debts, dues, sums of money, accounts, reckoning, covenants, contracts,
agreements, promises, claims and awards whatsoever, in law or in equity which
against Mr. Cannon, ABCX ever had, now has or which it or its assigns, hereafter
can, shall or may have for, upon or by reason of any matter, cause or thing
whatsoever based on his employment with ABCX, his Employment Agreement or his
separation of employment, except for the provisions set forth in Paragraph 9 of
the Employment Agreement, which shall survive as provided for therein.

4. Each of the parties represents and agrees that they will not in the future
discuss with any third party (other than their representing attorney) any of the
details involved in this Agreement. Each agrees to keep confidential, and not to
disclose to anyone, except to the extent required by law or compulsory process,
any of the terms or conditions, including the dollar amounts paid pursuant to
this Agreement. This paragraph shall not prohibit either party from discussing
or disclosing the consideration provided herein with their immediate family (in
the case of Mr. Cannon), accountant(s), financial advisor(s), or the Internal
Revenue Service or other state or federal taxing authority.

5. Each of the parties agree that they will not make any disparaging remarks, or
otherwise take any action that could reasonably be anticipated to cause material
damage to the reputation and goodwill of, or otherwise negatively reflect upon
the other.

6. The parties declare that each has carefully read this Agreement, that each
has reviewed its terms in conjunction with counsel, and that each agrees to the
terms and provisions of the Agreement for the purpose of making a full and final
adjustment and resolution of the matters contained herein.

7. Each party signing this Agreement acknowledges that this agreement completely
and adequately resolves all matters between the parties arising out of Mr.
Cannon's separation of employment from ABCX.

8. This Agreement constitutes and contains the entire Agreement and
understanding between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof.

9. This Agreement is made and entered into in the State of Texas and shall in
all respects be interpreted, enforced and governed by the laws of the State of
Texas.

10. Any waiver, alteration or modification of any of the provisions of this
Agreement shall not be valid unless in writing and signed by ABCX and Mr.
Cannon.

11. Should Mr. Cannon in any manner, whether directly or indirectly, contest or
challenge this Agreement or any of its provisions, or assert any action or cause
of action against ABCX, Mr. Cannon agrees to immediately return all
consideration paid pursuant to this Agreement, and Mr.

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Cannon further agrees to pay ABCX for any and all attorneys' fees incurred or
expended by ABCX to enforce this Agreement or any of its provisions, or defend
any action or cause of action against ABCX brought by Mr. Cannon, his agents,
representatives or assigns.

12. Should any provision of this Agreement be held invalid or unenforceable,
such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or
unenforceability, without invalidating the remainder of such provision or the
remaining portions of this Agreement.

EACH PARTY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT STIPULATES THAT THIS AGREEMENT COMPLETELY AND
ADEQUATELY RESOLVES ALL MATTERS BETWEEN THE PARTIES ARISING OUT OF MR. CANNON'S
EMPLOYMENT BY ABCX OR MR. CANNON'S SEPARATION THEREFROM.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have duly executed this Agreement as of the day
and year first above written.

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John Cannon

AMERICAN BUILDING CONTROL, INC.

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By    Danny Mills:
Its:  President and Chief Executive Officer

MDI OPERATING, L.P.
By:   American Building Control L.P., Inc.
Its:  General Partner

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By:   Chris Sharng
Its:  Senior Vice President

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