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The new Washington facility provides capacity to manufacture more than 30,000 radars annually, strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base.

The transaction is expected to be accretive to MSA Safety’s adjusted earnings per share in the first full year of ownership and was financed using cash on hand and borrowings under MSA’s existing credit facility.

The inaugural members of the Advisory Council include Michael Barnes, founder, Barnes & Associates; Kirk MacDowell, president, MacGuard Security Advisors; Scott R. Elkins, executive chairman, Zeus Fire and Security; and Ken Francis, executive vice president, DMP.

Walmart customers will have access to a curated selection of SimpliSafe’s products to build the customized, whole-home protection package that’s right for them.

What does the future of security look like? According to Jeremy White, it starts with embracing change.

The financing will support accelerated product innovation, expansion across key verticals and continued team growth.

ResponseTECH will join Pye-Barker’s existing teams in Maryland to provide comprehensive life safety services to a broader customer base.

As CEO, Michael Cox will lead the company’s day-to-day operations, execution and continued growth across North America.

The acquisition strengthens Minuteman’s presence throughout the Southeast while expanding its ability to deliver integrated security, life safety, structured cabling and enterprise technology solutions to customers nationwide.

Notably, Shedan Maghzi, strategic advisor at Avidex and current NSCA treasurer, assumed the role of president on July 1, 2026.