Tag: life safety
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Comtron Systems
October 5, 2023SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, a fire protection, life safety and security services provider, has acquired Comtron Systems, a security, alarm and fire detection company based in Palm Desert, Calif.
Pye-Barker noted that this is its third acquisition in the Coachella Valley region of California. The deal solidifies Pye-Barker's market share in the area and expands its full-service offerings in California. The company’s aggressive acquisition strategy has led to exponential...
Tim Cahoon named new national trainer for NAPCO
August 31, 2023SSN Staff
AMITYVILLE, N.Y. – NAPCO Security Technologies announced the introduction of Tim Cahoon as its new national training manager, reporting to VP of Sales, NAPCO Fire & Security, Michael Venoit.
NAPCO said that Cahoon was Ideal for extending the company’s west coast training support. Based in Phoenix, Cahoon, will be providing new product introductions and technical classes on NAPCO’s full range of residential and commercial solutions, in person and online.
Cahoon joins...
Pye-Barker lands in top 20% of Inc. 5000's Fastest-Growing Private Companies
August 23, 2023SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has been recognized for its strong acquisition strategy, rocketing to the top 20% of Inc. 5000's Fastest-Growing Private Companies list.
Owing to its achievement of a 621% three-year growth rate, Pye-Barker has appeared on the list four times. The company's growth plan, which is built on an aggressive acquisition strategy and purposeful geographic expansion, has made the company the largest fully integrated provider of fire protection, life...
Pavion acquires RFI Enterprises
August 17, 2023SSN Staff
CHANTILLY, Va. – Pavion (formerly Corbett Technology Solutions), has announced its acquisition of RFI Enterprises.
The Chantilly, Va.-based provider of integrated solutions for fire, safety, security, and critical communications said that the acquisition accelerates its expansion in the Western United States, and fortifies its position as a market leader. This marks the company's 19th acquisition since its partnership with Wind Point Partners in June 2020.
"RFI is extremely...
Sentry Protective acquired by Wayne Alarm
July 5, 2023SSN Staff
LYNN, Mass. – Family owned and operated Wayne Alarm Systems, Inc., a provider of life safety and security with UL/FM central station monitoring, has announced its acquisition of Sentry Protective Systems.
Founded by Ralph Wayne Sevinor, Wayne Alarm says it delivers custom solutions for the lives and property of its customers, providing them with exceptional commitment, care, and support. The company stated the acquisition increases Wayne Alarm's share in the Greater Boston...
Convergint acquires Ballou Fire Systems
June 5, 2023SSN Staff
HOUSTON, Texas – Systems integrator Convergint announced today that it would be acquiring Ballou Fire Systems, expanding its fire alarm and life safety business.
The Houston-based Ballou Fire Systems is known for its designs, installs, and servicing electronic life safety, security, and communications systems. Convergint said that the acquisition provides the company with Ballou’s team of experts in bolstering its offerings in the Houston and South Central region...
SIA recognizes pair for Excellence in Government Service Award
May 18, 2023SSN Staff
SILVER SPRINGS, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) presented Paul Anstine and Scott Shellenberger with the award for Excellence in Government Service during the 2023 SIA GovSummit.
Anstine is the majority staff director for the House of Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Shellenberger is the state’s attorney for Baltimore County, Maryland. The award they received honors public servants that SIA said have demonstrated extensive leadership...
Pye-Barker enhances offerings in Florida with acquisition of The Hartline Company
April 13, 2023SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety added to its security and full-service capabilities this week through the acquisition of family-owned and operated The Hartline Company.
The Hartline Company is a security, alarm, and fire prevention business serving clients throughout central Florida. This strategic acquisition is the latest for Pye-Barker who recently surpassed 150 branches across the nation as it solidifies its position in the U.S.
Alan Hartline founded The Hartline Company in...
Pye-Barker expands into Western New York, acquires Amherst Alarm
March 8, 2023SSN Staff
ATLANTA –Roughly a week after announcing its last acquisition, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has made another pickup by acquiring Amherst Alarm in Buffalo, N.Y. Terms were not disclosed.
Amherst Alarm is a fire alarm, security and monitoring provider whose addition continues to expand Pye-Barkers footprint outside of New York City and New Jersey to the western half of New York. Described as the largest fully integrated fire protection, life safety and security services provider...
Security Solutions Northwest acquired by Security 101
March 6, 2023SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Gemspring Capital portfolio company Security 101, a national full-service commercial security solutions company announced their acquisition of Security Solutions Northwest (SSNW), a regional provider based in Bellingham, WA.
Security 101 says the acquisition expands their presence in Washington and compliments their existing clientele in education, government, and property management. "Given SSNW's commitment to exceptional customer service and their deep relationships,...