Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires Hartford Sprinkler Co., Inc., Enhances Connecticut Fire Protection Offerings
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Hartford Sprinkler Co., Inc., a Connecticut-based fire sprinkler and life safety company. This acquisition is expected to enhance Pye-Barker's service offerings in fire sprinkler services, complementing their existing security and alarm presence in Connecticut.
Hartford Sprinkler, founded in 1933, specializes in installations, inspections, testing, and maintenance of commercial and residential sprinkler systems. The company has established a reputation for its thorough knowledge of code compliance and requirements essential for business operations. In addition to sprinkler services, Hartford Sprinkler also provides expertise in fire alarms, fire suppression, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, backflow testing, and fire pump testing.
Kevin Kita, president of Hartford Sprinkler, emphasized the company's long-standing commitment to quality service, stating, "Providing the best quality fire sprinkler services to our community has driven us for the last 90 years. Joining Pye-Barker allows us to provide new services to our customers and communities to expand their protection while offering our team members new avenues for career growth."
Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, remarked on the significance of the acquisition, stating, "A second-generation, family-owned business, Hartford Sprinkler has been serving local customers since 1933. Those family values speak to who we are at Pye-Barker. It's all about caring for others and building something that lasts." He expressed enthusiasm for Hartford Sprinkler's integration into the Pye-Barker team.
Hartford Sprinkler's technicians will continue to serve customers in Connecticut following the acquisition. Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP provided legal representation for Pye-Barker during the transaction.
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is recognized as a leader in fully integrated life safety systems in the U.S., with over 250 locations and a workforce of 9,000. The company holds Great Place to Work® Certified™ status and is featured on the Inc. 5000 list, ranking No. 3 on the SDM 100.