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SNR: Pye-Barker Acquires Two Security Companies, Vector Security Acquires Carolina Video Security, Minuteman Expands Into Texas

By Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor
October 31, 2025

In this week’s Security News Roundup, Pye-Barker continues its acquisition streak with two companies in Utah and Louisiana, Vector Security acquires Carolina Video Security, and Minuteman expands into Texas.

  1. Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires Zion Fire & Security
    Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquired Zion Fire & Security, expanding its fire and life safety services across Utah.
    >> READ STORY <<
  2. Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires Sound & Communications Systems
    Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquired Sound & Communications Systems Inc., a security and fire alarm services company with special focus on healthcare and education customers.
    >> READ STORY <<
  3. Vector Security Acquires Carolina Video Security to Expand Presence in North Carolina
    Vector Security Inc. acquired Carolina Video Security Inc., strengthening Vector Security’s presence in North Carolina.
    >> READ STORY <<
  4. Minuteman Expands Into Texas Through Partnership with Turnkey Security
    The 2025 SDM Systems Integrator of the Year, Minuteman Security & Life Safety, formed a strategic partnership with Turnkey Security, an Austin-based systems integrator.
    >> READ STORY <<

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Bri Wilson is managing editor of SDM Magazine. She works alongside editor-in-chief Karyn Hodgson to deliver content that helps security dealers and systems integrators operate successful businesses.

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