BROOKS SAFETY SOLUTIONS (BSS) ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF FIRERESQ

FireResQ Acquisition Reflects BSS' Commitment to Product Breadth and Expertise

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brooks Safety Solutions ("BSS" or the "Company") the nation's premier fire, life safety & security ("FLS") solutions provider and a portfolio company of H.I.G. Capital, has acquired FireResQ, Inc., a North Carolina–based e-commerce distributor that specializes in fire hoses and related parts. FireResQ's senior leadership team, led by Barry McConaghey and Daniel Weber, will remain in their current roles and become significant shareholders of BSS.

Founded in 2011, FireResQ is a leading provider of a wide range of fire hose and cam lock products and accessories, serving both firefighting and industrial markets across the United States. Known for its robust private-label product offerings and highly technical, skilled team, FireResQ is proud of its stellar reputation for providing a world-class customer experience.

Eric Smith, Chief Executive Officer of BSS, said, "The acquisition of FireResQ represents a major step forward for Brooks Safety Solutions. Their expertise in and focus on high-quality and mission-critical life safety products align perfectly with our mission to provide comprehensive, customer-focused fire and life safety solutions. Together, we have a stronger product range and offer even greater value to our customers."

For more information about FireResQ, Inc., please visit fireresq.com.

About Brooks Safety Solutions

Founded in 1941 and headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Brooks Safety Solutions is the nation's premier fire, life safety & security solutions provider. Brooks Safety Solutions delivers value to its customers, vendors, and the broader fire safety industry through its Brands: Brooks Equipment, Commercial Fire, ESC Central, ESC Supply, Heiser Logistics, L&J Fire Equipment, Logistics Supply, Water Specialties Company, and the FED Learning Center.

The Company offers life-saving products through 22 distribution centers, a multi-location program management system, and customer education and training. BSS serves as a one-stop shop for both service providers and OEMs, offering a comprehensive suite of FLS products and service categories, including suppression, alarms, safety, sprinklers, low-voltage, and monitoring.

Website: www.BSS.com 

SOURCE Brooks Safety Solutions