Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Phoenix Fire Systems, based in Frankfort, Ill., with five other branch locations in Wisconsin, Kansas and Colorado.   

Founded in 1997 by Kirk Humbrecht, Phoenix Fire Systems specializes in fire suppression systems for mission-critical applications. The company installs, inspects, tests and maintains special hazard systems, as well as integrated smoke detectors, fire alarms and mass notification systems. 

In this transaction, Pye-Barker also gains Basic Fire Protection, a fire extinguisher service and testing company founded in 1978, and FESSCO, founded in 1994 and specializing in vehicle fire suppression systems and extinguishers. Both Illinois-based companies were previously acquired by Phoenix Fire and Humbrecht. 

“I'm proud of the reputation Phoenix Fire Systems has built in the industry, one that prioritizes the safety of our customers through cutting-edge technology, expert staff and customer-centered service,” said Humbrecht, owner and president at Phoenix Fire. “Pye-Barker is the right choice for a partner. I know they'll continue to care for our customers like family, just as we have these past 27 years.” 

With this addition, Pye-Barker now operates in 41 states across the United States. 

“Phoenix Fire’s team knows their craft and their customers, and that’s a winning combination for a successful business,” said Bart Proctor, CEO at Pye-Barker. “Working with the industry’s best has helped us grow Pye-Barker to the nation's leader in fully integrated life safety systems, and we’re proud to move into new communities with Phoenix Fire, Basic Fire and FESSCO as part of the family.” 

Phoenix Fire’s team members will continue to serve customers locally. 

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP represented Pye-Barker in the transaction.