Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Enters Hawaii with acquisition of Lifeline Fire & Security

ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, one of the largest fully integrated and full-service fire protection, life safety and security services provider in the United States, has acquired Lifeline Fire & Security, one of Hawaii's leading proactive video monitoring companies. This addition will be the first location in Hawaii for Pye-Barker, which now has a presence in 47 U.S. states.

"Adding Lifeline's expert team to the Pye-Barker family marks an important step in the growth of our company while allowing us to offer our customers expanded, cutting-edge protection with an entrepreneurial team that shares our people-first values," said Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker. "Entering the proactive video monitoring space reflects our continued growth as we embrace the latest technology to enhance safety. Now in our 47th state, I'm humbled by the dedication of our team and the impact we're making across the country."

Founded in 2019, Lifeline Fire & Security offers innovative security monitoring solutions that go beyond video surveillance with AI-driven video verification and live operator intervention. The company also protects customers with security, access control, mobile proactive video monitoring and 24/7 monitoring solutions.

Lifeline's proactive video monitoring provides a crime prevention solution with advanced analytics to enhance security efficiency, reduce the need for on-site security guards and increase coverage area for real-time intervention. The company – led by owners Todd Bedford and Stuart Lowe – has set a new standard for integrated safety solutions by combining state-of-the-art technology with highly trained security monitoring professionals to identify and address threats in real-time before they escalate.

Lifeline's commitment to customers and community is reflected in its philanthropic and volunteering efforts in support of cancer research, military veterans and children's charities. Lifeline's values, aligned with Pye-Barker's, include commitment to each other, being accountable, striving for growth and using innovation as a way to better serve their communities.

"Proactive video monitoring is the future of security," said Todd Bedford, co-owner of Lifeline Fire & Security. "We're grateful to be part of Pye-Barker, where we can deliver our life-saving security solutions to more communities while being part of something bigger. As part of Pye-Barker's integrated life safety services and family-like culture, our support for customers and team can only grow."

Lifeline's skilled technicians and full team will continue to serve customers in Hawaii. Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP represented Pye-Barker in the transaction.

As a U.S. leader in fully integrated life safety systems, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety provides complete fire protection and security systems nationwide with more than 250 locations and 8,000 team members. Visit pyebarkerfs.com/acquisitions.