Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (MES)

Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (MES)

Public Safety

Sandy Hook, Connecticut 5,032 followers

America's #1 Supplier of Firefighting PPE and Equipment

About us

Established in 2001, Municipal Emergency Services has quickly grown to be the largest supplier of 3M™ Scott™ Air-Paks, RevolveAir Systems, Fire-Dex PPE, Honeywell PPE, Seek Thermal Imagers, Hurst Jaws of Life, Matex Hose, Elbeco, and Akron Brass to first responders in North America. With over 290 sales representatives, 110 mobile service technicians, and 18 in-house service centers strategically located around the United States, we can assure that our customers are purchasing quality name-brand equipment that remains functional to the appropriate NFPA and manufacturer’s specifications throughout the life of the product.Our nationwide team of sales representatives has over 5,000 years of cumulative experience in first responder services and more than 8,000 hours of specialized training. This extensive background translates into superior product insight, customer service, and training for our customers. We take pride in offering premier equipment brands for Firefighting, Law Enforcement, Hazmat, Confined Space, Urban Search and Rescue, and Emergency Medical Services, aimed at Municipal, Volunteer, and Federal government sectors.MES is dedicated to enhancing our exclusive range of products, contract options, and digital services to ensure customer convenience. Recently, we expanded into the fire apparatus market and are proud to offer an exclusive HME expedited pumper program, along with additional top-tier apparatus brands. MES provides an extensive selection of products available through various contracts and procurement channels. To further streamline the purchasing process, MES offers customized eCommerce purchasing options, providing added ease for our customers. Headquartered in Sandy Hook, CT, the company employs a team of over 600 dedicated employees to serve communities throughout the United States. MES can be reached at [email protected] or through our website at mesfire.com.

Website
http://www.mesfire.com
Industry
Public Safety
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Sandy Hook, Connecticut
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2001
Specialties
Firefighting Equipment Sales and Service

Locations

  • Primary

    12 Turnberry Ln

    Floor 2

    Sandy Hook, Connecticut 06482, US

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Employees at Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (MES)

Updates

  • Municipal Emergency Services Acquires Premier Safety, Expanding into the Industrial Market Detroit, Michigan - September 26th, 2024— Municipal Emergency Services (MES), a leading provider of firefighter equipment and first responder solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Premier Safety, a Detroit-based leader in industrial safety products, firefighter equipment, equipment services, and equipment rentals. This strategic acquisition marks MES’s continued expansion into the industrial market while extending its presence in key fire service sectors. Premier Safety has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality safety products and services to industrial clients, as well as critical equipment for firefighters. Their expertise in equipment services and rentals further complements MES's comprehensive portfolio, providing an enhanced suite of offerings for customers across both the industrial and public safety markets. “The integration of Premier Safety into our portfolio represents a pivotal moment in MES's strategic growth,” said Marvin Riley, CEO at MES. “It strengthens our position in the industrial safety sector while expanding our reach in the fire service market, where we maintain a leading presence by distributing premium brands.” “This acquisition represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide the highest level of safety equipment and services across a broader market," said David Malecki, President of Premier Safety. "By partnering with industry leaders, we are better equipped to meet the evolving needs of our customers and continue delivering the top-tier safety solutions they expect from us.” Intrepid Investment Bankers served as the exclusive financial advisor to Premier Safety. For more information about the acquisition or MES’s expanded services, please contact Shridhar Shah at 203-304-4103.

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  • Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the September 11th attacks, a day that forever changed our world and reminded us of the extraordinary bravery of first responders. As we pause to reflect, we extend our deepest gratitude to the firefighters, paramedics, law enforcement officers, and all first responders who demonstrated unimaginable courage in the face of devastation. We are proud to acknowledge a few of our own employees who were on the front lines during the 9/11 attacks. Their selflessness and commitment to saving lives continue to inspire us daily. John Price, Captain - LA County Fire Department Eddie Stillwell, Fire Chief - Naval District Washington Fire Department Jonathan Dudley, Firefighter - Town of Colonie (New York) John Drews, Second Assistant Chief - Sound Beach FD (Long Island) To all those who ran toward danger when others ran away, we thank you. Your courage will never be forgotten. Today and every day, we stand with you in solidarity and gratitude.

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  • Summer may be coming to an end, but the MES-exclusive HME Ahrens-Fox 22 Premier Pumper is still soaking up the sun. ▪️Four model options designed to perfectly match your department’s needs. ▪️Now in-stock ▪️Comprehensive 3-year bumper to bumper warranty Contact one of our Apparatus Sales Specialists to learn more: Bill Doebler (Nationwide) Jim Lyons (Northeast) Tripp Daugherty (Southeast) David Vehslage (Midwest) Robert Malone (North Carolina)

  • A big thank you to Fire-Dex and Fire Department Coffee for your partnership and support at the Ohio Fire Chiefs Conference! 🔥

  • Our first low hosebed pumpers came offline at HME Ahrens-Fox last Friday. We have been busy readying our MES quick delivery pumpers for delivery to our customers. Why wait for those long lead times when you can have a truck in your station right now!! They all have industry-accepted exceptional equipment such as Hendrickson SteerTek front suspensions, Hale Products Q-Max pumps, and UPF tanks with all stainless steel bodies, backed by the industry-leading 3-year bumper-to-bumper warranty. Don’t wait, contact a member of our Emergency Vehicle Division today: Bill Doebler Tripp Daugherty David Vehslage Jim Lyons Jeff Wood Robert Malone

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  • MES Announces Marvin Riley Joining as Chief Executive Officer and Tom Hubregsen Transitioning to Executive Chairman Sandy Hook, CT, July 24, 2024 – Municipal Emergency Services (“MES” or the “Company”) announced today that, in connection with a long-planned transition, the MES Board of Directors has selected Marvin Riley to succeed Thomas Hubregsen as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Hubregsen will transition from the role of Chief Executive Officer to the full-time position of Executive Chairman. Mr. Hubregsen and Mr. Riley will continue as members of the MES Board of Directors. "Marvin brings extensive knowledge and exceptional strategic and leadership skills to MES. We are thrilled to welcome him as our new Chief Executive Officer. Over the past two years serving on our Board of Directors, he has made an outstanding contribution to the organization, demonstrating impressive strategic insight, strong leadership, operational excellence, quality improvement, and strong financial acumen. We believe Marvin’s unique blend of skills and experience makes him the ideal leader to guide MES into its next phase of growth," said Tom Hubregsen. “Ensuring that America's at-risk workers have the necessary tools to perform their jobs effectively and return home safely to their families every night is an incredibly vital and heartfelt responsibility. I see tremendous opportunities to support the industry, and I’m excited to work with Tom and the broader MES team to execute this mission,“ said Marvin Riley. “Over the last two decades, Tom has built MES into one of the premier distributors serving the first responder community. His commitment has been steadfast, and the Company and industry wouldn’t be where they are today without Tom’s vision and leadership. We thank Tom for his dedication to building MES and are excited for him to continue with the Company as Executive Chairman,” said Peter Calamari, Managing Director of Platte River Equity. “Marvin brings significant experience building and transforming businesses. As we look to build MES into a leading distributor focused on at-risk workers in mission critical end markets, we are confident in Marvin’s ability to develop a culture and strategy that provides unwavering support for MES’s customers, vendors, and employees,” said Eric Crawford, Managing Director of Platte River Equity. Mr. Riley previously served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Enpro Industries (NYSE: NPO), where he successfully transformed the company from a traditional industrial firm to a material science-based industrial technology company. Under his leadership, Enpro Industries achieved a market capitalization exceeding $2 billion. Mr. Riley is an alumnus of Harvard Business School, the Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business, and Howard University. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for Wolfspeed (NYSE: WOLF), Mattr (TSX: MATTR), and Duravant.

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