What Writech does

Writech Ltd is an Ireland-headquartered fire protection systems contractor founded in Mullingar in 1985 by Thomas and Mary Wright, with Group CEO Ted Wright (son of the founders) leading the business today. The company specialises in the design, off-site fabrication, installation, commissioning, and ongoing servicing of fire sprinkler and suppression systems for commercial, industrial, residential and specialist buildings, operating under multi-jurisdictional certifications including LPS 1048, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 19650 (BIM Level 2), Constructionline Platinum, and Fire Sprinkler International standards expertise (NFPA, FM Global, VdS, EN 12845, BS 9251). Its technical platform centres on a 16,000 sq ft Design and Innovation Centre in Mullingar, where 3D BIM-driven engineering feeds a centralised fabrication facility producing over 18 kilometres of piping per month via a modular, off-site prefabrication approach that reduces on-site installation time.

Revenue is generated through two principal streams: project-based contracts for the design, fabrication, installation and commissioning of fire protection systems across verticals such as data centres, pharmaceuticals, industrial and logistics, healthcare, residential, heritage and transport; and recurring service and maintenance contracts, including 24/7 emergency response, for the installed base. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales, engaging major contractors, blue-chip clients and property developers via direct tender processes, industry events (e.g., Fire Sprinkler International), and referral networks within the construction sector.

The group is majority-owned by Waterland Private Equity since 2021, has executed five acquisitions in 2022–2023 (Ce Sprinkler in Sweden, Compco Fire Systems in the UK, Ideal Fire and Wilec Fire and Security in Ireland, and Jem Pumps in the UK), employs 580 people across 8 European countries (Ireland, UK, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Germany, with Spain expansion planned), serves 500+ clients, and reported group revenue above €124 million in 2023. In 2026, the parent Wtech Fire Group entered into an agreement to be acquired by APi Group Corporation, a US-listed global fire and life safety services company with 500+ locations worldwide.

Name

Writech

Legal name

Writech Ltd

Website

https://writechltd.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Writech is an Irish-headquartered fire protection systems contractor that designs, fabricates, installs, commissions and services sprinkler and suppression systems for data centres, pharmaceutical, industrial, commercial, residential and infrastructure clients across Ireland, the UK and Europe, operating under multi-jurisdictional certifications with PE backing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Protection Systems

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822), Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Nonresidential Bldgs (1540), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Sprinkler & Standpipe Systems (Design/Install/Service/Testing) (BPABAHAB), Testing, Inspection, Maintenance & Compliance Services (NFPA/Local Code) (HSAHAFAG), Fire Protection Piping & Sprinkler System Components (IMADALAJ)

Keywords

• Fire sprinkler systems
• Fire protection engineering
• Fire suppression systems
• Special hazard fire protection
• Life safety services

Headquarters

HQ city

Mullingar

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Fire Protection System Projects: Writech generates primary revenue through project-based work designing, manufacturing, installing, and commissioning fire protection and sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, residential, and specialised applications across Europe.
2. Service and Maintenance Contracts: Recurring revenue from ongoing service, maintenance, and emergency response services for installed fire protection systems, with 24/7 availability for clients.
3. Specialist Fire Protection Systems: Revenue from specialised systems including foam enhanced fire protection, gas protection, firewater mist protection, insert gas protection, and special hazard fire protection for regulated environments such as pharmaceuticals and data centres.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Writech designs, manufactures, installs, commissions, and services fire protection and sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, residential, and specialist buildings across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. The company delivers end-to-end lifecycle solutions using modular off-site prefabrication, 3D BIM design, and specialised suppression technologies (foam, gas, water mist, hybrid) certified to NFPA, FM Global, VdS, EN 12845, and BS 9251 standards.

Product overview

Writech is a fire protection systems provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services. The core offering consists of fire sprinkler systems across multiple specialisations (Data Centre, Residential, Commercial/Retail, Industrial/Logistics/Pharma, Transport/Financial, Heritage/Defence, Healthcare/Education). The product portfolio also includes specialist protection systems (Foam Enhanced, Gas Protection, Firewater Mist, Insert Gas Protection, and Special Hazard Fire Protection) plus the Victaulic Vortex™ 1500 Hybrid Fire Extinguishing System. Services span the full lifecycle from Design and Engineering through Fabrication & Assembly, Installation & Commissioning, to Service & Maintenance. The company operates on a platform-plus-services model, delivering end-to-end fire protection solutions across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire Sprinkler Systems Comprehensive fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential applications, covering design, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance.
• Data Centre Fire Protection Systems Specialised fire protection for mission-critical data infrastructure, including pre-action systems and suppression technologies designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment.
• Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems Fire sprinkler solutions for residential developments, hotels, apartments, and mixed-use buildings, compliant with BS 9251 residential fire safety standards.
• Logistics, Pharma, Manufacturing and Heavy Industry Fire Sprinkler Systems High-capacity sprinkler systems for warehouses, logistics centres, pharmaceutical facilities, food and beverage production, chemical processing, and energy plants, including ESFR, dry-pipe, foam-enhanced, and ATEX-compliant zoning.
• Commercial and Retail Fire Sprinkler Systems Fire sprinkler systems for commercial offices, shopping centres, supermarkets, and car parks, including wet-pipe, dry-pipe, and pre-action systems with BMS network integration.
• Transport and Financial Buildings Fire Sprinkler Systems Fire safety solutions for transport hubs (airports, train stations, ports) and financial institutions (banks, trading centres, data facilities).
• Heritage, Defence, Religious and Specialist Sites Fire Sprinkler Systems Tailored fire sprinkler systems for heritage buildings, defence facilities, religious buildings, galleries, libraries, and laboratories featuring concealed heads and pre-action systems.
• Healthcare, Education and Public Sector Fire Sprinkler Systems Fire protection for hospitals, schools, universities, and public buildings, including live-site installation and phased occupation approaches.
• Foam Enhanced Fire Protection Specialist foam-enhanced fire protection systems for flammable goods and high-risk industrial environments.
• Gas Protection Systems Gas-based fire protection systems for specialised hazard environments requiring specific suppression methods.
• Firewater Mist Protection Water mist fire protection systems offering advanced suppression capabilities for various applications.
• Insert Gas Protection Specialist insert gas protection systems for unique fire suppression requirements.
• Special Hazard Fire Protection Custom fire protection solutions for special hazard environments with unique fire suppression needs.
• Pre-fabricated Containerised Victaulic Vortex 1500 Hybrid Fire Extinguishing System Pre-fabricated containerised hybrid fire extinguishing system integrating nitrogen storage, water storage, distribution pipework, vortex control panels, and monitoring capabilities in a modular container format.
• Design and Engineering Services In-house design and engineering services using advanced 3D BIM (Level 2 accredited) technology to create tailored fire protection system plans, including hydraulic calculations and BIM coordination.
• Fabrication and Assembly Services Off-site fabrication of piping components at the Mullingar facility, producing over 18 kilometres of piping per month using a modular construction approach for faster, safer installation with reduced on-site disruption.
• Installation and Commissioning Services Multi-skilled site teams managing full system installation from plumbing and electrical connections to complete commissioning across various building types and project sizes.
• Service and Maintenance Contracts Ongoing maintenance, inspection, and 24/7 emergency response services ensuring fire protection systems remain operational and compliant with regulatory standards.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 18 kilometres of piping fabricated monthly at Mullingar facility
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, major and core.

• APi Group CorporationflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Wtech Fire Group, including Writech, has entered into an agreement to become part of APi Group Corporation, a US-listed global leader in fire and life safety services with more than 500 locations worldwide. This represents a significant milestone reflecting the strength of the platform built through Waterland's investment and organic growth. The deal is expected to close in 2026 pending regulatory approval.
• Ce SprinklermajorOthers · 1 January 2022Swedish fire protection business founded over 70 years ago, acquired in 2022. Employing over 30 people, Ce Sprinkler offers consultation, design, prefabrication, assembly and maintenance services from Nyköping, Sweden.
• VictauliccoreTechnology or IntegrationWritech is a certified Victaulic Vortex Integrator, delivering pre-fabricated containerised Victaulic Vortex 1500 Hybrid Fire Extinguishing Systems. This partnership enables Writech to offer advanced hybrid fire suppression technology including nitrogen storage, water storage, vortex control panels, and monitoring capabilities.
• Compco Fire SystemsmajorOthersLeading UK provider of automatic fire suppression systems acquired by Writech. The acquisition added £50 million to Writech's revenues and over 200 people to the group.
• Ideal FiremajorOthersDublin-based fire protection company acquired in 2023 as part of Writech's expansion strategy. One of three acquisitions announced in 2023 for a total sum understood to be in the tens of millions.
• Wilec Fire and SecuritymajorOthersWicklow-based fire and security company acquired in 2023 as part of Writech's acquisition strategy.
• Jem PumpsmajorOthersUK-based fire, industrial and electrical pump specialist acquired in 2023, enhancing Writech's pump and specialist fire protection capabilities in the UK market.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• APi Group Corporation: US-listed global leader in fire and life safety services with 500+ locations worldwide. Direct relevance because APi is the announced acquirer of Wtech Fire Group (Writech's parent) and operates an overlapping portfolio of fire protection service brands across multiple geographies.
• Johnson Controls (Tyco Fire Protection): Global building systems giant with a major fire detection and suppression business inherited from Tyco. Competes with Writech on large commercial and industrial projects, particularly data centre and healthcare verticals, though Writech operates as a more specialised regional contractor.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Large diversified player offering fire alarm, detection, and integrated building management systems. Overlaps with Writech's commercial and institutional customer base, though Honeywell is more product-focused and less specialised in sprinkler installation.
• Minimax GmbH: German-based global fire protection company offering sprinkler, gas suppression, and detection systems with strong European installed base. Comparable scale to Writech and similar end-market exposure, particularly relevant given Writech's German office.

Direct peers

• VFP Fire Systems: Specialist fire protection systems contractor focused on design, installation, and service of sprinkler, suppression, and alarm systems for commercial and industrial customers. Comparable to Writech in scope (full-lifecycle fire protection contracting) and target verticals.
• Capital Fire and Security: UK-based integrated fire protection and security systems provider offering design, installation, and maintenance of sprinklers, alarms, and suppression. Direct mid-market UK competitor to Writech with overlapping service portfolio.
• Globe Fire Sprinkler Corporation: US-headquartered manufacturer and installer of fire sprinkler systems with growing European presence. Comparable to Writech in offering design, fabrication, and installation of sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential applications.
• S&H Sprinkler (now APi-owned): UK-based fire sprinkler contractor within the APi Group portfolio offering design, installation, and maintenance across commercial and residential markets. Direct overlap with Writech's UK operations and product mix.

Others

• Victaulic: Global manufacturer of mechanical pipe-joining systems and supplier of the Vortex hybrid fire extinguishing technology that Writech integrates as a certified partner. Adjacent in the value chain rather than a direct competitor, but critical to Writech's special-hazard product offering.

Regional players

• Sterling Industrial (UK): UK-based fire protection contractor serving industrial, commercial, and heritage sectors. Comparable mid-market competitor to Writech in the UK with similar special-hazard capabilities, though smaller scale and no Nordic presence.

Market position

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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