Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires Absolute Fire Protection, Inc.
March 19, 2024
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Absolute Fire Protection, Inc., a fire sprinkler and alarm provider headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland. The deal expands Pye-Barker's presence in the Mid‑Atlantic and enhances its ability to deliver full fire code‑compliance services, while Absolute's founders and team will continue serving customers under Pye‑Barker.
- Buyers
- Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
- Targets
- Absolute Fire Protection, Inc.
- Sellers
- Larry Cate, Dan Mathias
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Maryland, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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