Commercial
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires Alarm Engineering Inc.
May 1, 2025SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Maryland-based security company Alarm Engineering Inc.
Pye-Barker said that with the acquisition the Alarm Engineering team, which currently services Maryland, Delaware and Virginia, will complement its fire protection teams in the area to better serve Mid-Atlantic communities with integrated safety and security solutions.
Since 1985, Alarm Engineering Inc. has tailored customized commercial solutions to protect people and property...
Specifically Speaking: Elisa Mula explains why designing security systems requires a ‘visionary approach’
April 30, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK—Elisa Mula knows the importance of understanding how different security systems and technologies can either conflict with or complement one another.
“Over time, I’ve immersed myself in learning about the latest technologies and industry-best practices,” says Mula, president of EMD (EM Designs), a boutique security consulting firm. “Collaborating with colleagues who possess exceptional technical expertise has enabled me to refine my ability to...
ServiceTitan announces partnership with Cobalt Service Partners
April 21, 2025SSN Staff
LOS ANGELES — ServiceTitan announced a strategic partnership with Cobalt Service Partners, an access solutions platform dedicated to the commercial industry and backed by Alpine Investors.
In just over a year, Cobalt has grown to 12 brands, including Industrial Door Company, Homeland Safety Systems, and Digi Security. ServiceTitan said its business management platform provides Cobalt’s portfolio of commercial contractors the technology they need to achieve profitable and consistent...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Arrow Fire Protection
April 17, 2025SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, one of the largest fully integrated and full-service fire protection, life safety and security services providers in the United States, has announced the acquisition of California-based Arrow Fire Protection.
This move solidifies Pye-Barker's growing impact in California's critical fire protection industry, keeping people and property safe from fire and life safety risks, the company said.
Arrow Fire Protection is a family-owned...
Everon focusing on customer delivery, app development, says interim CEO Tim Whall
April 17, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
LAS VEGAS—After completing its first full year as a standalone company, Everon is focusing on two customer initiatives in the coming months – a solid delivery process and the development of an app, says Tim Whall, chairman of the board and interim CEO.
At ISC West, Whall summarized Everon’s progress since being acquired by private equity firm GTCR for an estimated $1.6 billion in October 2023 and subsequent rebranding from ADT Commercial.
“Anytime you...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety marks 57 acquisitions in 2024
April 10, 2025SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety completed a landmark year of growth in 2024, successfully integrating 57 acquisitions and extending its reach to 46 states.
Pye-Barker said its growth trajectory is anchored by the brand's commitment to customer retention and superior service while pursuing strategic acquisitions that build on its strong company culture and opportunities that help team members thrive.
"Our approach has always centered on identifying partners who share our core...
Axis, partners stress open platform
April 9, 2025Ken Showers, Managing Editor
LAS VEGAS — Axis Communications, during ISC West, highlighted integral partners like Eagle Eye Networks, SecuriThings and Wesco using its Cloud Connect platform to develop new innovations like VMS integrations, video analytics enhancements, device lifecycle management and data aggregation.
Axis also said that early adopters of Cloud Connect - such as Genetec and Kone - continue to leverage the platform, further showcasing its ability to empower solutions across a wide range of use...
PrefTech becomes first two-time Bill Bozeman Award winner
April 9, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
HOUSTON—Preferred Technologies (PrefTech) President Shaun Castillo credits his hardworking employees as the main reason why his company is back at the top of the security integration mountain.
At PSA TEC in Denver, PrefTech became the first two-time winner of the Bill Bozeman Award as the overall top security integrator of the year, an award presented through a partnership between Security Systems News (SSN) and PSA Security Network.
“It’s a very rewarding...
Specifically Speaking: Zack Brunette talks adapting to threats and evolving technologies
March 26, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
LARSKPUR, Calif.—Zack Brunette, founder and CEO of ZBeta, calls data centers a “rapidly evolving space and growing portfolio of business for us,” making it pivotal for the firm to keep up with emerging technologies to secure these mission-critical facilities of clients.
“It’s been interesting to watch how the security challenges in this sector have evolved alongside technology,” he explained. “The stakes are high - data centers are the backbone...
Unlimited Technology unveils new era of growth and unified identity
March 25, 2025SSN Staff
HERNDON, Va.—Unlimited Technology, Inc., a national provider of complex security integration and mission-critical infrastructure support, announced it has entered a new phase of growth following a transformative year.
With a renewed focus, a unified operating structure, and momentum for scalable, long-term growth, the company has strategically aligned its systems and processes to better serve its diverse customer base across the commercial, federal, and infrastructure sectors. This transformation...