Fire King of Seattle

What Fire King of Seattle does

Fire King of Seattle is a private fire protection and compressed gas cylinder services company founded in 1982 and headquartered at 240 S. Holden Street in Seattle's Duwamish industrial area. The firm operates as a division of Performance Systems Integration (PSI), following a 2022 ownership transition, and serves commercial, industrial, military, and government customers across the Puget Sound region of Washington State. It runs two integrated service lines: (1) fire protection — fire extinguisher inspection, recharge, replacement, fire alarm and sprinkler services (delivered through PSI), and life safety system monitoring; and (2) DOT-approved compressed gas cylinder services — hydrostatic testing, ultrasonic examination (UE), eddy current testing, propane requalification, and full cylinder reconditioning (shot blasting, painting, valving, neck ring replacement). The DOT-approved high- and low-pressure hydrostatic testing facility is described as the largest independent facility of its kind in the Pacific Northwest.

The company also sells a broad hardware catalog that includes 11+ fire extinguisher classes (Class ABC, BC, K Wet Chemical, Purple K, CO2, Halon, Halotron, Cleanguard/FE-36, FM-200/HFC-227, Foam, Water), new and reconditioned compressed gas cylinders (steel, aluminum, CO2), and associated parts/accessories (brackets, cabinets, gauges, valves, neck rings, siphon tubes). Underlying technology is physical and certification-driven rather than software-driven — capabilities are anchored by the DOT-approved testing facility, certified inspection processes aligned to NFPA and state/local codes, and 40+ years of accumulated testing know-how rather than proprietary software platforms or AI systems.

Fire King operates a sales-led B2B go-to-market, with revenue generated through professional services (inspection, testing, reconditioning), managed services (alarm/sprinkler/suppression monitoring), and hardware sales (extinguishers and cylinders). Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure, and customer acquisition relies on direct phone outreach (206-763-4177), HubSpot-powered website forms, location-specific SEO landing pages for 20+ Puget Sound cities, and referrals from PSI. Named customers include Joint Base Lewis McChord, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Port of Seattle, City of Seattle, City of SeaTac, City of Tukwila, Puget Sound Energy, Air Products, Praxair, Air Liquide, and Central Welding — spanning government, military, energy, and industrial gas end markets. The company is privately held with no public listing, no disclosed funding, and a headcount reported at 1-10.

Name

Fire King of Seattle

Legal name

Performance Systems Integration

Website

https://firekingofseattle.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Fire King of Seattle is a Seattle-based fire protection and DOT-approved compressed gas cylinder testing company serving commercial, industrial, military, and government customers across the Puget Sound region since 1982. It operates as a division of Performance Systems Integration.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Protection Services

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire & Life Safety Services (Inspection/Testing/Sprinklers/Alarms) (IMAIAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Extinguisher Services (Inspection/Recharge/Hydrostatic Testing) (IMAIAJAD), Fire Alarm Systems (Inspection/Testing/Monitoring/Service) (IMAIAJAC), Fire & Smoke Dampers / Firestopping / Passive Fire Protection Services (BPABAHAE)

Keywords

• Fire protection services
• Fire extinguisher sales
• Hydrostatic cylinder testing
• Compressed gas cylinders
• Fire safety compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fire Protection Services: Fire extinguisher services including inspection, replacement, recharge, maintenance, and hydrostatic testing. Fire alarm and sprinkler services provided through partnership with Performance Systems Integration.
2. Cylinder Testing Services: Hydrostatic testing, ultrasonic examination, propane requalification, eddy current testing, and cylinder maintenance/reconditioning for compressed gas cylinders.
3. Fire Equipment and Cylinder Products Sales: Sale of fire extinguishers (new and reconditioned), cylinder products, and accessories including brackets, cabinets, signs, rebuild kits, gauges, hoses, and nozzles.
4. Life Safety System Monitoring: Monitoring services for fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and automatic fire suppression systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Fire King of Seattle sells fire extinguishers (multiple classes including ABC, BC, K, Purple K, CO2, Halon, Halotron, FM-200, foam, and water) and compressed gas cylinders, and provides fire protection and cylinder services including inspection, recharge, replacement, fire code compliance consultation, hydrostatic testing, ultrasonic examination, eddy current testing, cylinder reconditioning, propane requalification, fire alarm services, fire sprinkler services, and 24/7 life safety system monitoring for commercial, industrial, military, and government customers in the Puget Sound region.

Product overview

Fire King of Seattle offers a comprehensive portfolio of fire protection and cylinder services focused on the Pacific Northwest. The core product offering includes multiple types of portable fire extinguishers (Class ABC, BC, K Wet Chemical, Purple K, CO2, Halon, Halotron, Cleanguard, FM-200, Foam, and Water) along with fire extinguisher parts and accessories. Cylinder products include compressed gas cylinders and CO2 cylinders with associated parts and accessories. Services encompass hydrostatic testing, ultrasonic examination (UE) testing, fire extinguisher inspection/recharge/replacement, cylinder reconditioning, propane requalification, eddy current testing, fire alarm services, fire sprinkler services, life safety system monitoring, and fire code compliance consultation. The company operates as a division of Performance Systems Integration, with a focus on serving the Puget Sound Region since 1982.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire Extinguishers Portable fire extinguishers covering Class ABC, BC, K (kitchen), Purple K, CO2, Halon 1211, Halotron, Cleanguard (DuPont FE-36), HFC-227/FM-200, foam (low/medium/high-expansion), and water types, sold new or fully reconditioned. Designed for commercial buildings, restaurants, oil/gas/chemical/utility sites, computer rooms, aircraft cabins, and facilities with sensitive electronics.
• Compressed Gas Cylinders New and fully reconditioned steel and aluminum compressed gas cylinders, including carbon dioxide cylinders for fire suppression, beverage carbonation, and horticulture applications, designed for repeated use with liquefied, non-liquefied, and dissolved gases.
• Fire Extinguisher Inspection Professional annual fire extinguisher inspections including thorough examination of mechanical parts and extinguishing agents, ensuring compliance with NFPA and state/local codes for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities.
• Fire Extinguisher Recharge Professional recharging of discharged or periodically due fire extinguishers to restore extinguishing agent levels, for commercial and industrial customers seeking to maintain code-compliant fire protection without replacing units.
• Fire Extinguisher Replacement Assessment and supply of appropriate fire extinguisher types, sizes, and quantities for new construction, renovation, or replacement of outdated units, supporting commercial and industrial customers in maintaining proper fire protection coverage.
• Hydrostatic Cylinder Testing DOT-approved hydrostatic testing of high- and low-pressure compressed gas cylinders, pressurizing cylinders to designated test pressures to verify structural integrity and regulatory compliance for industrial gas manufacturers, welding supply companies, fire departments, and government agencies.
• Ultrasonic Examination (UE) Testing Ultrasound-based certified testing to measure flaws, defects, and wall thickness in steel high-pressure compressed gas cylinders, assessing safety and structural integrity for industrial gas, fire service, and government customers.
• Cylinder Reconditioning Comprehensive restoration of high-pressure compressed gas cylinders through cosmetic exterior blasting and painting, internal shot blasting, tumbling, valving, and neck ring replacement, extending cylinder service life by decades for industrial gas manufacturers and distributors.
• Propane Requalification Propane cylinder retesting and requalification service performed per DOT specifications, with retesting intervals of 5-10 years depending on cylinder type and visual inspection before each refill, for propane distributors, industrial users, and consumer-facing refill stations.
• Eddy Current Testing Eddy current testing for SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) and SCUBA cylinders performed in accordance with manufacturer instructions to detect cracks and determine hydrostatic test eligibility, serving fire departments, dive shops, and emergency response organizations.
• Fire Alarm Services Code-compliant fire alarm installation, inspection, testing, repair, and monitoring services for commercial buildings in the Seattle/Tacoma area, delivered in coordination with Performance Systems Integration.
• Fire Sprinkler Services Fire sprinkler inspection, testing, and repair services including quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspections for all types of commercial sprinkler systems, supporting code compliance for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Life Safety System Monitoring Remote monitoring services for fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and automatic fire suppression systems to ensure fastest possible emergency response and notification of designated personnel for commercial and industrial customers.
• Fire Code Compliance Services Consultation and services to help businesses pass fire code inspections and maintain compliance with state, national, and local fire codes, supporting commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and government customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Cylinder life extension through reconditioning - cylinders can remain in service for decades through proper maintenance and testing
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered primary and minor.

• Performance Systems Integration (PSI)primaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerFire King is a division of Performance Systems Integration, a leading fire and life safety services company. PSI specializes in fire safety system testing and inspection, service and repair, monitoring, and design and installation for commercial clients. Fire King focuses on cylinder services while PSI handles fire alarm, sprinkler, and broader life safety services.
• Summit Fire & SecurityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFire King of Seattle announced partnership with Summit Fire & Security. Services continue without change for existing Fire King customers.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Cintas Fire Protection: National fire protection services division of Cintas Corporation offering fire extinguisher inspection, recharge, replacement, alarm, and sprinkler services. Direct overlap with Fire King's core extinguisher service offering but at much larger national scale.
• Koorsen Fire & Security: Long-established Midwest-based fire protection and security services company offering fire extinguisher, alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and monitoring services. Operates in adjacent geographies but with directly comparable service mix to Fire King.
• APi Group: Public holding company owning multiple fire and life safety service brands across North America — competes directly with Fire King's service portfolio at significantly greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Pye-Barker Fire & Safety: One of the largest U.S. fire and life safety service providers with full-service fire extinguisher, alarm, sprinkler, and suppression capabilities — a scaled national peer to Fire King with similar end-customer base.

Direct peers

• Western States Fire Protection: Western U.S. fire protection contractor specializing in sprinkler system design, installation, inspection, and service — directly comparable to Fire King's sprinkler service offering across overlapping Pacific Northwest and West Coast territories.
• Firetrol Protection Systems: National fire protection contractor specializing in fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and extinguisher services for commercial and industrial facilities — direct regional and capability overlap with Fire King.
• Summit Fire & Security: Former owner of Fire King of Seattle and a direct regional peer providing fire alarm, sprinkler, extinguisher, and life safety services across the Pacific Northwest, with overlapping customer base and similar service portfolio.
• Performance Systems Integration (PSI): Fire King's parent company and direct operating peer — PSI provides the same fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and monitoring services across the Pacific Northwest that Fire King offers through partnership. PSI now performs the larger-system work Fire King previously offered jointly.

Emerging players

• Vanguard Fire Systems: Pacific Northwest and West Coast fire protection services provider focused on fire alarm and sprinkler inspection — closely comparable niche services to Fire King in overlapping geographies.
• Guardian Fire Protection Services: Regional fire and life safety services company providing fire alarm, sprinkler, extinguisher, and monitoring services with comparable customer profile to Fire King of Seattle.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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