Perimeter Access Security Solutions (“PassCo”), a commercially focused perimeter security platform backed by Halle Capital, today announced that it has acquired Southeastern Overhead Door, Fairborn Northeast, and Communication Concepts. Together, the three businesses broaden PassCo’s capabilities across access control, doors and docks, gates, video surveillance, and integrated life safety systems, advancing the company’s mission of building a leading perimeter security and access control platform that protects people, facilities and assets of commercial customers nationwide.
PassCo partners with founder- and owner-led companies that deliver mission-critical perimeter security and access control solutions, providing capital, infrastructure, and operational support to accelerate growth while preserving the culture, talent, and customer relationships that have made each business successful. The additions of Southeastern Overhead Door, Fairborn Northeast, and Communication Concepts further strengthen PassCo’s geographic reach and breadth of technical expertise.
Southeastern Overhead Door
Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Southeastern Overhead Door is one of the region’s longest-established providers of overhead door and loading dock equipment services. In business for more than 40 years, the company’s team brings over a century of combined experience to the installation, repair, and maintenance of doors and docks for customers across Louisiana and Mississippi, known for quality workmanship and dependable, customer-first service.
Hiko Miyagi, President of Southeastern Overhead Door, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating,
“Joining PassCo is a tremendous milestone for Southeastern Overhead Door. Our reputation has been built on quality workmanship and putting the customer first, and this partnership allows us to carry that forward with even greater resources behind us. Becoming part of PassCo gives our team access to expanded capabilities, deeper technical support, and a network of best-in-class brands — all while preserving the hands-on, community-focused service that has defined us since 1978.”
Fairborn Northeast
Fairborn Northeast is a leading provider of loading dock and door solutions serving commercial and industrial customers throughout New England, with locations in Derry, New Hampshire, and Springfield, Massachusetts. The company designs, installs, and services dock levelers, commercial doors, and related equipment, and is known for the responsiveness and technical expertise that helps keep its customers’ facilities running safely and efficiently.
Vincent Buffone and Michael Rose, Co-Presidents of Fairborn Northeast, shared their excitement about joining the platform, stating,
“Partnering with PassCo opens an exciting new chapter for Fairborn Northeast. Our customers across the Northeast rely on us for dependable loading dock and door solutions, and joining the PassCo platform strengthens our ability to deliver for them. We gain the scale, infrastructure, and shared expertise of a growing national platform — without losing the responsiveness and local relationships that set us apart.”
Communication Concepts
Communication Concepts, based in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, is a team of security and life safety professionals specializing in the design, installation, and service of integrated security and communication systems, including access control, video surveillance, fire alarm, emergency communication, audio visual, nurse call, and IP networking solutions. Locally owned and actively engaged for more than 35 years, the company serves commercial, education, healthcare, religious, municipal, and government customers.
Jeff Mauldin, President of Communication Concepts, commented on the partnership, stating,
“This is an exciting step forward for Communication Concepts and the customers and communities we protect. As security and life safety professionals, our mission has always been the meticulous design and service of mission-critical systems, and joining PassCo gives us the resources and reach to advance that mission even further. We’re proud to become part of a platform that shares our commitment to technical excellence and to the people we serve; while keeping the culture and expertise our team has built over more than 35 years.”
PassCo
Lance Simpson, CEO of PassCo, said,
“Southeastern Overhead Door, Fairborn Northeast, and Communication Concepts are exactly the kinds of businesses we set out to partner with.. Each has earned an outstanding reputation in its market through technical excellence, deep customer relationships, and a genuine commitment to its people. We’re proud to welcome Hiko, Vince, Mike, Jeff, and their teams to PassCo, and together we will continue building a best-in-class perimeter security platform.”
About PassCo
Perimeter Access Security Solutions (“PassCo”), backed by Halle Capital, is building a commercially focused perimeter security platform serving a diversified mix of systems including access control, doors and docks, gates, video surveillance, intrusion detection and fire & life safety. PassCo is led by Lance Simpson, Chief Executive Officer, who brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in industrial distribution and field services. Prior to joining PassCo, Mr. Simpson served as President and CEO of American Direct Procurement, a national provider of commercial doors, hardware, systems integration, and access control solutions, and previously as Chief Operating Officer of The Cook & Boardman Group, where he helped expand the business through operational transformation and integration of dozens of businesses. PassCo partners with founder- and owner-led businesses, providing capital and management support to accelerate growth and facilitate seamless ownership transitions. For more information, please visit www.perimeteraccessco.com.
About Halle Capital
Halle Capital is a lower-middle market, growth-oriented private equity firm based in New York. The firm leverages its professionals’ experience and network to pursue investment opportunities in business and consumer services. The firm partners with experienced management teams to build businesses in highly fragmented markets with durable secular tailwinds. For more information, please visit www.hallecapital.com.
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