Tag: Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires CARE Security & Monitoring
February 18, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has announced the acquisition of E.D.S., Inc., dba CARE Security & Monitoring, headquartered in Louisville, Ky.
This transaction allows Pye-Barker to grow its services in the state with the help of CARE's local teams and expertise.
CARE Security & Monitoring has been on a mission to provide the highest-quality security systems and customer service for over 30 years. Founded in 1993 by Dave and Ellen Smith, CARE is now owned and operated by Chris Harr...
In brief: Ken Francis joins DMP, Pye-Barker acquires CARE Security & Monitoring, Axis shares perspectives
February 18, 2026SSN Staff
DMP hires Ken Francis to lead development of next-gen video-centric products
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.—Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has announced the hiring of Ken Francis, former president of Eagle Eye Networks and CEO of Actuate, to focus on the continued unification of DMP’s products with video surveillance and artificial intelligence (AI). Francis is a seasoned security-technology executive with more than 20 years of experience leading global product, go-to-market,...
Pye-Barker, NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson unveil “Helmet of Heroes” for Daytona 500
February 11, 2026SSN Staff
STATESVILLE, N.C.—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, in partnership with seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), and Carvana, will reveal an all-new “Helmet of Heroes” honoring America’s fallen firefighters at this weekend’s Daytona 500.
Through the Helmet of Heroes program, Legacy Motor Club (MC) is honoring the NFFF, which was created by the U.S. Congress to honor fallen firefighters, support...
In brief: Wesco & Acre strategize, Pye-Barker buys Jersey Fire, Doyle Security launches consulting services
February 11, 2026SSN Staff
PITTSBURGH—Wesco International, a provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, has announced an agreement with Acre Security that establishes Wesco as a key distribution partner across the U.S. The agreement will deliver Acre’s cloud-native access control platform and forthcoming intrusion solutions to more customers while accelerating the industry’s transition from on-premise systems to modern, subscription-based...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Jersey Fire Protection Corp.
February 5, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has announced the acquisition of Jersey Fire Protection Corp., a fire protection services provider serving New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland.
This acquisition further strengthens Pye-Barker's comprehensive fire protection and life safety capabilities in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Jersey Fire Protection Corp, based in West Deptford, N.J., specializes in fire sprinkler systems engineering, design, installation, inspection and maintenance....
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Knight Security Systems
January 29, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has announced the acquisition of Knight Security Systems, a Pennsylvania-based company specializing in comprehensive security and fire alarm services.
The acquisition brings on additional local teams to Pye-Barker's national fire and life safety framework to protect life, property and the assets that matter most.
Knight Security Systems, based in Harrisburg, serves the Central Pennsylvania area with over three decades of superior installation...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires The Alarm Group
January 28, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has elevated its comprehensive fire and life safety services in Oklahoma with the acquisition of The Alarm Group (TAG).
Combining The Alarm Group's local expertise with Pye-Barker's nationwide resources allows both companies to better serve their customers, the company said in the announcement.
Located in Oklahoma City and Lawton, Okla., The Alarm Group offers security systems, burglar and fire alarms, access control, video surveillance...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires EVCO Integrated Solutions
January 22, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has announced the acquisition of EVCO Integrated Solutions, a security system and fire alarm company that elevates Pye-Barker's full-service solutions for fire and life safety in the Northwest.
EVCO Integrated Solutions serves three critical markets - education, healthcare, and commercial customers. Offering fire alarms, access control, security systems, video surveillance, communications infrastructure and audio-visual systems, EVCO serves customers...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Coastal Sprinkler
January 14, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has announced the acquisition of Coastal Sprinkler, expanding its fire sprinkler capabilities and service footprint in Southern Texas.
The acquisition strengthens Pye-Barker's ability to deliver comprehensive fire protection solutions throughout the region.
Coastal Sprinkler, headquartered in Beaumont, Texas, has served industrial, commercial and residential customers throughout Southeast Texas since 1987. The full-service fire sprinkler company specializes...
PE in security: Poll reveals concerns
January 7, 2026Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine — Private equity (PE) made waves in the security industry in 2025 with several high-profile acquisitions and a flurry of smaller deals consolidating companies under investment firms. But according to the latest Security Systems News (SSN) poll, what benefits investors may not always benefit the industry.
The push for private equity has been driven by the opportunity for companies to access larger amounts...