Tag: RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire)
RapidFire Safety & Security acquires Progressive Protection Security Systems
March 25, 2025SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS—RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire) has announced the acquisition of Progressive Protection Security Systems, Inc. (Progressive) based in Belton, Texas.
This acquisition, RapidFire’s fourth in Texas, expands its security and fire offerings and serves as a foundation for expanding service offerings throughout Texas.
Progressive Protection Security Systems, founded in 1997 by Eddie Notgrass, offers installation, maintenance and monitoring of commercial security, fire,...
RapidFire Safety & Security acquires Advanced Security Contractors
February 4, 2025SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS—RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire) has announced the acquisition of Advanced Security Contractors, Inc. (ASC), based in El Paso, Texas.
The acquisition of ASC expands RapidFire’s Texas security and fire alarm service area to now include West Texas and serves as a foundation for expanding service offerings for ASC’s customers in the future. This represents the third acquisition in Texas for RapidFire.
“The ASC team brings a wealth of experience and a strong...
RapidFire Safety & Security acquires Kane Fire Protection
January 9, 2025SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS—RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire) has announced the acquisition of Kane Fire Protection (Kane), a full-service fire protection contractor based in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
The acquisition of Kane Fire Protection expands RapidFire’s service offerings with the addition of Kane’s fire sprinkler services. This represents RapidFire’s second acquisition in the St. Louis market, where it is also headquartered.
Kane serves both the St. Louis and...
RapidFire acquires Albuquerque Low Voltage
April 24, 2024SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS – RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire) has announced the acquisition of Albuquerque Low Voltage, a full-service fire alarm and fire protection service provider in Albuquerque, N.M.
This addition represents the second acquisition in the New Mexico market for RapidFire and further establishes its presence in the American Southwest.
Established in 2001, RapidFire said that Albuquerque Low Voltage has had a consistent emphasis on customer service and taking care of...
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...
RapidFire Safety & Security acquires Troy Alarm
March 1, 2024SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS—RapidFire Safety & Security, a multi-regional provider of solutions for the fire, life safety, and security industries, has announced the acquisition of Troy Alarm, a fire alarm and security services provider based in Riverside, Calif.
This represents the 10th acquisition for the RapidFire platform since its inaugural acquisition in September 2022. According to the company, this strategic move underscores RapidFire's commitment to expanding its footprint and enhancing...
RapidFire acquires Paraclete Fire & Safety
January 31, 2024SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS – RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire) has announced the acquisition of Paraclete Fire & Safety, a 33-year-old fire extinguisher, alarm, inspection, suppression, and sprinkler provider in Brea, Calif., serving the Greater Los Angeles area.
RapidFire said that the acquisition of Paraclete cements itself as a world-class curator of people-centric, family-built businesses throughout the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States.
“In my decision to work...