Commercial
Specifically Speaking: Ryan Brothers on increased collaboration
April 3, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Ryan Brothers believes the line between integrators and consultants will become thinner in the future.
"Integrators will always procure and install parts, and consultants must remain independent, but the continuing rapid advancement of technology (hardware and software) and increasing requirements from clients for detailed plans and budgets will push integrators and consultants to work more hand in hand versus chronologically one after the other,” he said.
As...
ASSA ABLOY acquires Nomadix and Global Reach
March 29, 2024SSN Staff
STOCKHOLM – ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire Nomadix and Global Reach, U.S. and UK-based providers of Wi-Fi access and engagement platform solutions for the hospitality and commercial real estate industry.
The companies offer a comprehensive tech platform of hardware, software and analytics tools to securely connect and engage with customers and devices via Wi-Fi networks.
"I am very pleased to welcome Nomadix and Global Reach into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This...
Pavion - 'Pillars' of M&A success
March 27, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—If you ask Pavion CEO Joe Oliveri and VP of M&A Sergio Katz what they look for in potential companies to acquire, they would each say they have pillars they look for when adding to their extensive portfolio.
And extensive it is. In fact, Pavion has made 20 acquisitions since the fire safety, security, and integration solutions provider itself was acquired by Wind Point Partners in 2020. Most recently, Pavion acquired Integrated Security and Communications (ISC) in January,...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Absolute Fire Protection
March 19, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety announced the expansion of its full fire code-compliance capabilities in the Mid-Atlantic with the acquisition of Absolute Fire Protection.
A fire sprinkler and fire alarm company headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, Absolute Fire Protection serves the Washington-Baltimore metro area, all of Maryland and areas of Delaware. It was founded in 1989 by Larry Cate and Dan Mathias who met as Maryland high school freshmen and dreamed of starting their...
Sonitrol celebrates 60 years
March 11, 2024SSN Staff
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Sonitrol, a provider of integrated business security solutions, has reported a significant milestone having reached its 60th anniversary.
The company said it will commemorate its six decades of achievements over the coming months and has marked the occasion by joining the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) in order to work with the education community to better secure schools and create safer learning environments. Established in 2014, PASS is a non-profit group...
RapidFire acquires Texas Star Fire Systems
March 6, 2024SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS – RapidFire Safety & Security recently announced its entry into the Texas market with the acquisition of Texas Star Fire Systems, a provider of fire protection and life safety services.
The company said that this acquisition establishes a foundational presence for RapidFire as it lays the course for rapid expansion in Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Based in Austin and San Antonio, Texas Star will serve as RapidFire’s anchor as it expands throughout...
Carrier to sell industrial fire business to Sentinel Capital Partners for $1.425 billion
March 5, 2024SSN Staff
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla.—Carrier Global Corp. announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its industrial fire business, which includes brands Det-Tronics, Marioff, Autronica and Fireye, to Sentinel Capital Partners for an enterprise value of $1.425 billion.
Today's announcement represents the latest step in Carrier's ongoing portfolio transformation following the recently announced agreements to sell Carrier's global access...
Everon acquires DIGIOP
March 4, 2024SSN Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla. – Everon, formerly ADT Commercial, announced that it has acquired DIGIOP, a software development company specializing in video and business intelligence solutions.
“As a leading integrator and technology company, we recognize the major market shifts occurring every day across our industry. We’re not here to just witness the trends, but to provide our customers with proactive, intelligence-driven solutions that seamlessly integrate into their businesses,”...
Specifically Speaking with William Cirone – ‘It’s critical to have the needs for security and technology considered from the very beginning of a project’
February 27, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—William Cirone and his team at Forward Edge provide “the technology edge for education.”
Cirone serves as chief information officer (CIO) with Forward Edge, an education-focused technology solutions provider, based out of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Founded in 2005, Forward Edge has become a trusted partner to K-12 schools across Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky through its deep understanding of technology in education. In serving these schools, the company...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires CRIMPCO
February 23, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired CRIMPCO, a security alarm and monitoring company based in Baltimore, Md.
Pye-Barker stated in a release that this addition increases its capability to provide full-service fire and life safety to Maryland and the broader Mid-Atlantic region, complementing its fire protection offerings in the area and widening its customer base.
CRIMPCO was founded in 1968 by a recent college graduate, Bob Jolson, selling businesses panic button systems....