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SNR: SDM 100, Pye-Barker & Securitas Acquire, Cook & Boardman Rebrands

By Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor
May 8, 2026

SDM 100: Top 100 Security Dealers of 2026:
The top 100 security dealers navigated a complex landscape in 2025, overcoming tariffs, economic uncertainty and customer hesitation by leaning on disciplined strategy and in-demand technologies like AI and video to drive impressive growth.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires APS Corporation:
The acquisition adds to Pye-Barker’s significant presence in the state by deepening operational capacity, diversifying expertise and growing its local service teams.

Securitas Acquires CamVision:
The acquisition strengthens Securitas’ ability to deliver reliable and scalable security solutions for micro and small singlesite businesses as well as larger, multisite clients across Denmark.

Securitas Healthcare Acquires ZulaFly:
This acquisition aligns with Securitas Healthcare’s focus and commitment to delivering best-in-class real-time location system solutions across both cloud-based and on-premise options.

The Cook & Boardman Group Rebrands as CBX Solutions:
The change reflects how the business operates today, combining capabilities across commercial openings, specialty products, physical security and systems integration to deliver more coordinated solutions for customers.

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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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