What Keller Fire & Safety does

Keller Fire & Safety, Inc. is a commercial and industrial fire protection services company headquartered at 1138 Kansas Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, founded in 1950 and operating as a subsidiary of Fike Corporation. The company provides end-to-end fire protection lifecycle services — design, installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and 24/7 monitoring — across fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems (wet, dry, pre-action, standpipe, foam-water, deluge), clean agent and water mist suppression systems, fire extinguishers, commercial kitchen suppression, emergency lighting, gas and leak detection (including VESDA air sampling), and BDA/ERCES first-responder communication enhancement systems. Its service territory covers Eastern Kansas and Western Missouri, including Kansas City, Topeka, Manhattan, and Lawrence.

The business operates a hybrid go-to-market combining direct field service by licensed, NICET-certified technicians with inside sales via phone (913-371-8494) and website-based estimate requests. Revenue is generated through professional service contracts (installation, inspection, maintenance, repair), recurring 24/7 monitoring subscriptions, one-time hardware sales, and OSHA-compliant employee training programs, with all engagements priced via custom quotes rather than published rate cards. Primary customer segments are industrial facilities, restaurants and commercial kitchens, data centers/server rooms, and healthcare facilities; named technology partners include Edwards (EST), Fike, Hochiki, Notifier, VESDA/Honeywell, 3M Novec, Victaulic Vortex, Micromist, DuraQuench, ProInert, Firetrace, and Brycer. The company maintains 101-250 employees and has been in continuous operation for more than 75 years, positioning it as an established regional incumbent in the Midwest fire protection services market.

Name

Keller Fire & Safety

Legal name

Keller Fire & Safety, Inc.

Website

https://kellerfire.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Keller Fire & Safety is a Kansas City-based commercial and industrial fire protection services company, founded in 1950 and operating as a subsidiary of Fike Corporation. It provides design, installation, inspection, maintenance, and 24/7 monitoring of fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, extinguisher, and emergency lighting systems across Eastern Kansas and Western Missouri.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Protection Services

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Alarm Systems (Design/Install/Service/Monitoring) (BPABAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Alarm Systems (Inspection/Testing/Monitoring/Service) (IMAIAJAC), Fire Sprinkler & Standpipe Systems (Design/Install/Service/Testing) (BPABAHAB), Fire Alarm Monitoring & Dispatch (BPAKAFAC)

Keywords

• Fire protection services
• Commercial fire safety
• Fire alarm systems
• Fire suppression systems
• Sprinkler system services

Headquarters

HQ city

Kansas City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fire Protection Services: Full-service fire protection including installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, extinguisher, and emergency lighting systems for commercial and industrial facilities. Revenue is generated through service contracts, one-time installations, and ongoing maintenance agreements.
2. Fire System Monitoring: 24/7 monitoring services for fire alarm and suppression systems to ensure continuous protection and rapid emergency response.
3. Employee Training: Fire extinguisher training programs and employee safety training services to help businesses meet OSHA requirements and maintain compliant workforce safety practices.
4. Fire Protection Products: Sale and installation of fire protection equipment including extinguishers, suppression systems, detection devices, and emergency lighting fixtures.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Keller Fire & Safety designs, installs, inspects, tests, maintains, and monitors fire protection systems for commercial and industrial facilities. Offerings span fire alarms, detection systems, sprinkler systems, clean agent and special hazard fire suppression, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, commercial kitchen hood and duct suppression, and BDA/ERCES communication enhancement systems, supported by 24/7 emergency response and OSHA-compliant employee training.

Product overview

Keller Fire & Safety is a commercial fire protection services company serving Missouri and Kansas since 1950. The company operates as a single-source provider offering installation, inspection, service, and monitoring across a comprehensive portfolio of fire protection products and systems. The core offerings include Fire Alarm Systems (detection, warning, code consultation), Detection Systems (VESDA air sampling, gas detection, leak detection), Fire Suppression Systems (clean agent systems including FM-200, Novec 1230, ECARO-25, inert gas, CO2, water mist, and micro-environment suppression), Fire Sprinkler Systems (wet/dry/pre-action sprinklers, pumps, foam-water systems), Emergency Lighting, Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression (NFPA 17A compliant wet chemical systems), Fire Extinguisher Services (inspections, maintenance, recharge, hydrostatic testing), Fire Extinguisher Training, BDA/ERCES communication enhancement systems, and 24/7 Fire System Monitoring. The company specializes in industrial facilities and offers customized fire protection plans tailored to unique operational risks and compliance requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire Alarm Systems Comprehensive fire alarm system design, installation, code consultation, testing, and inspection services for commercial facilities. Includes fire and carbon monoxide detection and warning equipment using Edwards (EST), Hochiki, and Notifier technology.
• Detection Systems Advanced detection systems including VESDA air sampling smoke detection (LaserPLUS and LaserCOMPACT), gas detection for combustible and toxic gases, oxygen monitoring, and leak detection systems for water, chemicals, and fuels.
• Fire Suppression Systems Clean agent fire suppression systems including FM-200, 3M Novec 1230, ECARO-25, inert gas (PROINERT IG55/IG541/IG100/IG01), CO2 systems, water mist systems (Micromist, DuraQuench, Victaulic Vortex), and micro-environment Firetrace suppression for enclosures.
• Fire Sprinkler Systems Inspection, testing, maintenance, and sales of fire sprinkler systems including wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, standpipe, backflow preventers, fire pumps, foam-water, deluge, and water mist systems.
• Emergency Lighting Services Emergency and exit lighting inspection, testing, installation, and sales, ensuring operational readiness of emergency lighting systems including batteries, battery charging systems, bulbs, and hardware.
• Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression Pre-engineered commercial kitchen fire suppression system installation, design, consultation, plans, permits, inspections, and maintenance for restaurants and commercial kitchens. Includes NFPA 17 and NFPA 17A compliant wet chemical systems and hood and duct protection.
• Fire Extinguisher Services Complete fire extinguisher services including annual and monthly inspections, maintenance, recharge, hydrostatic testing, and tracking using handheld barcoding software for inventory management.
• Fire Extinguisher Training Comprehensive employee fire extinguisher training program designed to meet OSHA requirements (Section 1910.57), using realistic fire situations to demonstrate proper extinguisher use.
• BDA and ERCES Systems Bidirectional Antenna (BDA) and Emergency Response Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES) installation and service to ensure reliable radio coverage for first responders in complex building environments.
• Special Hazard Suppression Fire protection services for special hazards including all five fire classifications (Class A, B, C, D, K). Assesses hazards and guides decision-making for accurate fire extinguisher and suppression system selection.
• Fire System Monitoring 24/7 fire protection monitoring services for fire alarm, sprinkler, extinguisher, and suppression systems to ensure continuous protection and rapid emergency response.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fire alarms increase the chance of survival by as much as 50 percent according to NFPA
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Edwards Systems Technology (EST)coreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partner providing fire alarm system technology and equipment. Keller Fire & Safety installs and services EST fire alarm systems as part of their comprehensive fire alarm offerings for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Fike CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partner providing fire suppression and explosion protection equipment. Fike Corporation supplies products integrated into Keller Fire & Safety's fire protection installations. Keller Fire & Safety operates under Fike Corporation's corporate policies including privacy and terms.
• HochikisupportingTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing fire detection and notification equipment. Hochiki products are part of Keller Fire & Safety's service capabilities for fire alarm system installations and inspections.
• NotifiersupportingTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing fire alarm control panels and detection systems. Notifier equipment is integrated into Keller Fire & Safety's fire alarm service and installation offerings.
• VESDA (Honeywell)supportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides air sampling early warning smoke detection systems (VESDA LaserPLUS, LaserCOMPACT). Keller Fire & Safety offers VESDA equipment for early detection of particles in combustion before smoke is visible.
• 3M (Novec 1230)supportingTechnology or IntegrationClean agent fire suppression system partner. 3M Novec 1230 system uses a liquid that vaporizes when discharged and suppresses fire by displacing oxygen, safe for the environment and humans.
• Victaulic VortexsupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides water droplet fire suppression systems that use nitrogen gas to absorb heat and reduce oxygen, offering nearly zero wetting for minimal cleanup and equipment replacement.
• MicromistsupportingTechnology or IntegrationWater mist fire suppression system partner. Micromist system produces fine mist that extinguishes fires quickly with 100 times less water than traditional sprinklers, reducing collateral damage.
• DuraQuenchsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPumped water mist system partner operating at lower pressures (175 psi vs 2,000 psi), offering cost-effective water mist fire suppression approved for light hazard, turbine enclosures, and machinery spaces applications.
• ProInertsupportingTechnology or IntegrationInert gas fire suppression system using IG55, IG541, IG100, or IG01. ProInert offers extended hold times and design flexibility with lower discharge pressures, suitable for computer rooms, data centers, and telecommunications facilities.
• Firetrace InternationalsupportingTechnology or IntegrationMicro-environment fire suppression systems using temperature-sensitive proprietary tubing for automatic fire detection and suppression in enclosures without requiring electrical power, ideal for CNC machines, fume hoods, electrical enclosures, and server racks.
• Brycer Compliance EnginesupportingTechnology or IntegrationReporting technology partner providing compliance reporting capabilities for commercial kitchen fire suppression systems, enabling automated inspection reporting and regulatory compliance documentation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Cintas Corporation: Large, diversified business services company with a fire protection services division (extinguishers, alarms, sprinklers, suppression) serving a much broader customer base; competes for the same end-market work but as part of a wider portfolio.
• Johnson Controls: Global building systems company with a substantial fire detection, alarm, and suppression product and services portfolio, including the legacy Tyco Fire Protection Products business; overlaps with Keller from product, integration, and monitoring angles.
• Honeywell: Major fire/life safety product manufacturer and parent of Notifier and VESDA — both of which Keller directly installs and services — and competing at the systems-integration and monitoring layer through its Building Technologies business.

Direct peers

• Impact Fire Services: Multi-state fire protection services company providing inspection, testing, maintenance, and installation of fire sprinkler, alarm, and suppression systems to commercial customers — similar service mix to Keller.
• Sciens Building Solutions: Growth-stage fire and life safety services company operating across multiple U.S. states with comparable fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and monitoring capabilities targeting commercial customers.
• Koorsen Fire & Security: Privately held, Midwest-anchored fire protection and security services provider serving commercial and industrial customers with similar full-service offerings to Keller, and overlapping geographic territory in the central U.S.
• Pye-Barker Fire & Safety: Multi-state fire protection and life safety services roll-up offering alarm, sprinkler, suppression, extinguisher, and monitoring services to commercial customers across the U.S. — closely comparable to Keller's multi-discipline service model.
• Summit Fire & Security: Regional fire and life safety services provider offering fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and monitoring across multiple U.S. markets — comparable in size, service scope, and customer profile.
• Vanguard Fire & Security: U.S. regional fire and security systems integrator providing fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and monitoring services to commercial customers with a similar multi-discipline service model.
• APi Group: Publicly traded holding company operating one of the largest U.S. fire protection services platforms (fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression) with regional service brands nationwide — a direct scaled peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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