Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, a fully integrated and full-service fire protection, life safety, and security services provider in the United States, has acquired Kentucky alarm and security company Modern Systems. This acquisition bolsters Pye-Barker’s impact on fire and life safety throughout Kentucky, expanding full fire code compliance to new communities.

“Aligning with the Pye-Barker team opens new doors to achieve our mission of widespread safety in Kentucky,” said David Morris, Founder and President of Modern Systems. “I am without a doubt that Pye-Barker is the perfect team to enhance what we have built at Modern Systems, thanks to their steadfast dedication to community safety and internal family culture. I’m excited and inspired to continue our work serving Kentuckians together.”

“Modern Systems has been on the cutting edge of new security and safety technology for four decades,” said Bart Proctor, CEO, Pye-Barker. “Integrating the team into Pye-Barker allows us to push innovation forward and ensure fire and life safety is constantly being optimized across the nation.”

Modern System’s skilled team will continue to serve customers in Kentucky. Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP represented Pye-Barker in the transaction.