Halma, the global group of life-saving technology companies, today announces that it has acquired FirePro.
Headquartered in Limassol,
"Fire safety technology plays a key role in protecting people and their environment," said Avgoustinos Avgousti, Managing Director of FirePro. "By joining Halma, we gain access to new capabilities and collaborative opportunities with a global group of businesses which is aligned with FirePro's purpose of protecting human life."
FirePro broadens the range of fire safety technologies within Halma's Safety sector. Its products offer the following benefits to customers:
- A sustainable alternative to pressurised gas fire suppression systems: FirePro's FPC solid compound uses naturally occurring potassium salts that contain no ozone depleting substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases. The technology can be installed much faster than traditional gas systems because no pipework or pressurised testing is required.
- A commitment to certifications and standards: FirePro holds 12 registrations from 10 globally recognised certification bodies, seeing its products installed in over 110 countries, with distribution partners in 94 countries. Specifically, the FirePro solution (referred to as Powdered Aerosol E) is listed as an acceptable agent in the Significant New Alternative Policy (SNAP). FirePro's solution has been assessed by GEN (Global Eco-labelling Network) and carries the Green Label Certificate.
- Flexible technology with a broad range of applications: FirePro systems protect assets and people in a wide variety of applications, with examples including emergency power and electrical equipment found in industrial buildings, hospitals, stadiums, commercial vehicles and, more recently, lithium-ion battery power storage, a critical part of the energy transition.
"The acquisition of FirePro represents a valuable addition to our portfolio of fire detection and suppression solutions. Its technologies provide a sustainable alternative to established pressurised gas fire suppression solutions", said
The consideration for FirePro is
The acquisition is part of Halma's growth strategy to acquire businesses aligned with its purpose of growing a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone every day. Halma has completed a total of seven acquisitions so far this financial year.
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A copy of this announcement, together with other information about Halma, is available at www.halma.com.
About Halma
Halma is a global group of life-saving technology companies, focused on growing a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day. Its purpose defines the three broad markets it operates in:
- Safety - Protecting people's safety and the environment as populations grow, and enhancing worker safety.
- Environment - Addressing the impacts of climate change, pollution and waste, protecting life-critical resources and supporting scientific research.
- Health - Meeting the increasing demand for better healthcare as chronic illness rises, driven by growing and ageing populations and lifestyle changes.
It employs over 7,000 people in more than 20 countries, with major operations in the
For the past three years Halma has been named one of
For more information: www.halma.com
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