Monroe Extinguisher
Monroe Extinguisher is a privately held Rochester, NY fire protection distributor and service provider that sells Ansul extinguishers, fixed suppression systems, and kitchen hoods, and delivers inspection, recharging, and training services across New York State.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1969
- HeadquartersRochester, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Monroe Extinguisher does
Monroe Extinguisher Company, Inc. is a privately held, locally owned fire protection equipment distributor and service provider founded circa 1969 and headquartered at 105 Dodge St, Rochester, NY. The company sells and services a comprehensive portfolio of U.S.A.-sourced fire protection products, including Ansul Redline, Sentry carbon dioxide, clean agent, dry chemical, wet chemical, and wheeled fire extinguishers, fixed fire suppression systems (kitchen, industrial, food truck, gas station, clean agent, CO2, and off-road vehicle), and accessories such as cabinets, covers, fire hose, nozzles, signs, and stands. It also distributes kitchen exhaust hoods, emergency lighting, and CO2 beverage tanks, and operates an affiliated partnership with Monroe Kitchen Equipment, Inc. and a strategic partnership with CaptiveAire for integrated kitchen solutions.
The business operates on a dual revenue model: one-time equipment sales via a direct e-commerce storefront and a recurring professional services stream spanning installation, periodic inspection, recharging, and certified training aligned with NFPA-10, NFPA-96, UL-300, and OSHA requirements. Distribution is anchored by approximately 30 service vehicles delivering inspection, installation, and recharging services across New York State, including Binghamton, Buffalo, Finger Lakes, Rochester, Syracuse, and Utica. The headquarters was recently expanded by over 8,000 square feet to support production capacity.
Customers span commercial kitchens and restaurants (the primary segment), food trucks, industrial facilities, gas stations, off-road and heavy equipment operators, and data centers/IT facilities. Monroe Extinguisher has held the ANSUL Double Diamond Distributor Award for three consecutive years, a top-tier supplier distinction, and counts Oak Hill Country Club and a Williamsville, NY restaurant among named commercial customers. The company maintains memberships with NAFED, NFPA, OSHA, and FEMA, and is privately held with no disclosed external institutional investors.
Monroe Extinguisher firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Monroe Extinguisher
- Legal name
- Monroe Extinguisher Company, Inc.
- Website
- https://monroeextinguisher.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1969
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Monroe Extinguisher is a privately held Rochester, NY fire protection distributor and service provider that sells Ansul extinguishers, fixed suppression systems, and kitchen hoods, and delivers inspection, recharging, and training services across New York State.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Monroe Extinguisher industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Fire Protection Equipment and Services
- akta.pro primary industry
- Fire Extinguishers & Suppression Equipment Services (Inspection/Recharge/Hydrotest) (BPABAHAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Fire Extinguisher Services (Inspection/Recharge/Hydrostatic Testing) (IMAIAJAD), Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems (Clean Agent/Foam/CO₂/Kitchen Hood) (BPABAHAD), Fire & Life Safety Services (Inspection/Testing/Sprinklers/Alarms) (IMAIAAAI)
Keywords
Where Monroe Extinguisher is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Rochester
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Monroe Extinguisher business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Fire Extinguisher Sales: Sale of fire extinguishers and accessories including Ansul products (Redline, Sentry, Clean Agent), fire hose, nozzles, cabinets, covers, stands, and signs
- Fire Suppression System Services: Installation and maintenance of fire suppression systems including kitchen hood systems, industrial systems, clean agent systems, and CO2 systems
- Extinguisher Inspection and Recharging: Periodic inspection, maintenance, and recharging services for fire extinguishers to meet NFPA-10 requirements
- Extinguisher Training: Fire extinguisher training and certification services for businesses and organizations
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Fire Extinguishers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Reconditioned Extinguishers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Fire Extinguisher Covers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Kitchen Hoods |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Fire Hose and Equipment |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels7 records
Monroe Extinguisher product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Monroe Extinguisher distributes and services fire protection equipment including portable fire extinguishers (Ansul Redline, Sentry CO2, Clean Agent, Dry Chemical, Wet Chemical, and Wheeled), specialized fixed fire suppression systems, and accessories such as cabinets, fire hose, and signage. The company also delivers professional services including extinguisher inspection, recharging, installation, and certification training to commercial customers across New York State.
Product overview
Monroe Extinguisher is a U.S.A.-sourced fire protection equipment provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of portable fire extinguishers (Ansul Redline, Sentry Carbon Dioxide, Clean Agent, Dry Chemical, Wet Chemical, and Wheeled models), fire suppression systems (kitchen, industrial, clean agent, CO2, and off-road vehicle applications), and accessories (cabinets, covers, fire hose, signs, stands). The company operates as a 55-year-old locally owned business in Rochester, NY with approximately 30 service vehicles, providing installation, inspection, training, and recharging services throughout New York State. Their product line includes commercial kitchen equipment such as exhaust hoods and grease filters, emergency lighting, and CO2 beverage tanks, positioning them as a full-service fire safety and kitchen ventilation provider.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Ansul Redline Fire Extinguishers Cartridge-operated portable fire extinguishers available in ABC Dry Chemical, BC Dry Chemical, PK Dry Chemical, and D Dry Chemical variants for Class A, B, C, and D fires, sold to commercial and industrial buyers.
- Ansul Sentry Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers CO2-based portable fire extinguishers suitable for Class B and electrical fires, available in 10 lb., 15 lb., and 20 lb. models for commercial buyers.
- Ansul Clean Agent CLEANGUARD+ Fire Extinguishers Residue-free clean agent portable extinguishers designed to protect sensitive equipment such as IT server rooms and document storage areas from Class B and C fires.
- Ansul Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers ABC, BC, and Purple K dry chemical portable extinguishers for Class A, B, and C fires, available in sizes from 2.5 lb. to 30 lb. for commercial customers.
- Ansul Wet Chemical Fire Extinguishers K-Class, Water, and Water Mist wet chemical portable extinguishers for Class A and K fires, commonly used in commercial kitchens and food service operations.
- Ansul Wheeled Fire Extinguishers Large-capacity wheeled fire extinguishers including ABC, BC, Purple K, Met-L-X, and Carbon Dioxide models ranging from 50 lb. to 350 lb. for industrial and high-hazard settings.
- Reconditioned Fire Extinguishers Refurbished portable fire extinguishers including 5 lb. ABC, 5 lb. and 15 lb. Carbon Dioxide, and 6 Liter Liquid Agent models offered to price-sensitive commercial buyers.
- Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems Fixed fire suppression systems designed and installed for commercial kitchen cooking areas to meet UL-300 standards, sold and serviced for restaurants and institutional kitchens.
- Food Truck and Mobile Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems Fire suppression solutions tailored for food trucks and mobile cooking operations, including specialized installation and inspection services for compact, mobile kitchen environments.
- Gas Station Fire Suppression Systems Specialized fixed fire suppression systems designed for gas station fuel dispensing areas and convenience store cooking operations to mitigate flammable liquid hazards.
- Industrial Fire Suppression Systems Special hazard fixed fire suppression systems for industrial facilities including manufacturing plants and warehouses requiring protection beyond portable extinguishers.
- Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems Environmentally friendly clean agent fixed fire suppression systems using chemical agents that suppress fires without damaging sensitive equipment or leaving residue, sold to data centers and IT-intensive facilities.
- Carbon Dioxide Fire Suppression Systems CO2-based fixed fire suppression systems for industrial applications requiring rapid fire knockdown, sold to manufacturing and special hazard environments.
- Off Road Vehicle Fire Suppression Systems Mounted fire suppression systems for heavy equipment vehicles used in mining, construction, and forestry operations to protect against hydraulic and fuel fires.
- Fire Extinguisher Inspection Services Professional inspection services for fire extinguishers including monthly quick checks and annual thorough examinations performed by trained technicians to maintain NFPA-10 compliance across New York State.
- Fire Extinguisher Recharging Services Professional recharging services for fire extinguishers using manufacturer-specified materials, lubricants, and procedures to restore discharged or depressurized units.
- Fire Extinguisher Training and Certification Certification training for fire extinguisher use offered to businesses and organizations at multiple New York locations including Binghamton, Buffalo, Finger Lakes, Rochester, Syracuse, and Utica.
- Exhaust Hood Installation Services Installation services for commercial kitchen exhaust hood systems with NFPA-96 compliant welding and ductwork, delivered in coordination with the company's kitchen suppression offerings.
- Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Hoods Commercial kitchen ventilation hoods including box exhaust, duct/condensate, make up air, slant front, and reverse slant models in stainless steel and galvanized finishes sold to food service operators.
- Emergency Exit Lighting Products Emergency exit lighting equipment including batteries, exit signs, and emergency lights for commercial building code compliance.
- Fire Extinguisher Cabinets Protective enclosures for fire extinguishers including surface mount, recessed, and outdoor heavy-duty cabinets from Brooks, Strike First, and JL Academy, sold to commercial buyers.
- Fire Extinguisher Covers Protective covers in various sizes for portable and wheeled extinguishers, including regular and heavy-duty options with window features for gauge visibility.
- Fire Hose and Nozzles Fire hoses including single jacket, double jacket, and rubber-covered variants in brass, aluminum, and other materials, along with fog nozzles and fittings, sold to commercial and industrial buyers.
- Fire Extinguisher Signs Fire extinguisher location signage including vinyl, plastic, glow-in-the-dark, and arrow signs in various sizes and pack quantities, supporting code compliance for businesses.
- Fire Extinguisher Stands Portable and stationary stands for holding fire extinguishers, including Brooks models that accommodate 5, 10, or 20 lb. extinguishers for jobsite and workshop use.
- CO2 Beverage Tanks Carbon dioxide tanks for beverage applications including soda dispensing systems, sold to food service and hospitality customers.
Companies that use Monroe Extinguisher
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Monroe Extinguisher technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Monroe Extinguisher partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- ANSULcoreANSUL is a global leader in fire protection solutions. Monroe Extinguisher is an ANSUL distributor and has achieved the Double Diamond Distributor Award for 3 consecutive years, representing exceptional sales growth, technical expertise, and customer service in the ANSUL product line.
- CaptiveAirecoreCaptiveAire is a leading manufacturer of kitchen hoods and ventilation systems. The partnership provides integrated kitchen fire protection solutions combining Monroe's suppression expertise with CaptiveAire's ventilation products.
- Kidde Fire SystemsminorKidde products and services set the benchmark for fire safety detection, prevention and protection. Monroe distributes Kidde fire safety products as part of comprehensive fire protection solutions.
- Pyro ChemminorPyro-Chem manufactures a comprehensive line of fire protection products for commercial and industrial applications. Monroe offers Pyro Chem products as part of its industrial fire protection portfolio.
- AFEX Fire Suppression SystemsminorAFEX specializes in manufacture of fire protection systems for mobile heavy equipment, protecting valuable equipment from fire-related downtime and losses.
- National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED)minorNAFED is a professional association with over one thousand member companies from the United States, Canada, and worldwide. Monroe's membership demonstrates industry leadership and commitment to professional standards.
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)minorNFPA is an international nonprofit reducing the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards through scientifically-based consensus codes and standards, research, training and education. Monroe adheres to NFPA standards including NFPA-10 and NFPA-96.
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)minorOSHA's mission is to ensure safe and healthful workplaces in America. Monroe's services help customers maintain OSHA-compliant fire safety equipment in their facilities.
- Fire Equipment Manufacturers Association (FEMA)minorFEMA is a group of leading fire protection manufacturers working together to educate the public about fire prevention to save lives and reduce property damage.
- Monroe Kitchen Equipment, Inc.coreMonroe Kitchen Equipment is a leading manufacturer of custom kitchen equipment in Western New York. As an affiliated company, they provide integrated kitchen solutions combining equipment with Monroe's fire suppression expertise.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights12 records
Monroe Extinguisher competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- APi Group: APi Group is a global parent company of multiple fire suppression and life safety service brands (including Koorsen Fire & Security). It represents the public-market consolidator model in this space and is the type of acquirer that absorbs regional independent operators like Monroe Extinguisher.
- Cintas Fire Protection: Cintas operates a national fire protection services division as part of its broader uniform and facility services portfolio. It competes with Monroe for commercial kitchen, industrial, and SMB inspection contracts, particularly multi-location customers, and brings national-scale pricing and bundling advantages.
- Pye-Barker Fire & Safety: Pye-Barker is the largest privately held full-service fire protection and life safety company in the U.S., offering fire extinguisher, suppression, sprinkler, and alarm services across multiple states. It is the dominant national consolidator most likely to compete with Monroe for multi-site New York accounts and represents the most probable strategic acquirer profile.
- Fire & Life Safety America (FLSA): FLSA is a national fire and life safety services provider covering sprinkler, suppression, alarm, and extinguisher services. As a regional-to-national incumbent, it overlaps with Monroe's core inspection and suppression service offerings for commercial customers.
- Impact Fire Services: Impact Fire is a multi-state fire protection services platform backed by private equity, offering extinguisher, suppression, sprinkler, and alarm services. It is a PE-backed roll-up that has expanded into multiple U.S. regions and competes with Monroe for enterprise and multi-site customers in New York.
Regional players
- Northeast Fire & Safety Equipment: A regional New York/Upstate fire protection services company providing extinguisher sales, inspection, suppression, and training. It is a direct head-to-head competitor for Monroe's geographic territory and SMB customer base in New York State.
- Fire Extinguisher Sales & Service (FESS): Family-owned New York-based fire extinguisher and suppression service provider serving similar commercial kitchen and industrial customers. Closely comparable in size, ownership structure, and service mix, making it a direct regional peer.
Direct peers
- Guardian Fire Protection Services: Guardian Fire Protection is a mid-size regional fire protection services company offering extinguisher, suppression, kitchen hood, and inspection services with similar ANSUL-style product relationships. It is comparable in scale and service breadth as an independent multi-state operator.
- Koorsen Fire & Security: Koorsen is a family-owned regional fire protection and security services company headquartered in Indianapolis with multi-state coverage. Like Monroe, it is a long-tenured independent operator offering extinguishers, suppression systems, inspection, and training — making it the closest structural comparable for a regional family-owned service business.
Others
- CaptiveAire: CaptiveAire is a leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation hoods and a current strategic partner of Monroe Extinguisher. While not a competitor, it is a key upstream supplier/partner whose integrated kitchen hood + fire suppression bundles Monroe resells to restaurant customers.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Monroe Extinguisher social profiles
Digital presenceMonroe Extinguisher financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Monroe Extinguisher leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Monroe Extinguisher funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Monroe Extinguisher M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Monroe Extinguisher
What does Monroe Extinguisher do?
Monroe Extinguisher distributes and services fire protection equipment including portable fire extinguishers (Ansul Redline, Sentry CO2, Clean Agent, Dry Chemical, Wet Chemical, and Wheeled), specialized fixed fire suppression systems, and accessories such as cabinets, fire hose, and signage. The company also delivers professional services including extinguisher inspection, recharging, installation, and certification training to commercial customers across New York State.
Is Monroe Extinguisher a public or private company?
Monroe Extinguisher is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Monroe Extinguisher founded?
Monroe Extinguisher was founded in 1969. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Monroe Extinguisher based?
Monroe Extinguisher is headquartered in Rochester, United States, in the North America region.
How does Monroe Extinguisher make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Fire Extinguisher Sales are the primary driver. The others are fire Suppression System Services, extinguisher Inspection and Recharging and extinguisher Training.
Who are Monroe Extinguisher's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are APi Group, Cintas Fire Protection, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, Fire & Life Safety America (FLSA) and Impact Fire Services. Regional players are Northeast Fire & Safety Equipment and Fire Extinguisher Sales & Service (FESS). Direct peers are Guardian Fire Protection Services and Koorsen Fire & Security. CaptiveAire is listed as an others.
Does Monroe Extinguisher have an API?
No public API is recorded for Monroe Extinguisher.
What industry is Monroe Extinguisher in?
Monroe Extinguisher's product category is Fire Protection Equipment and Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPABAHAC, Fire Extinguishers & Suppression Equipment Services (Inspection/Recharge/Hydrotest), with a secondary code of IMAIAJAD, Fire Extinguisher Services (Inspection/Recharge/Hydrostatic Testing).