ThinCats, the alternative finance provider to mid-sized SMEs has supported Ranger Fire and Security with their latest acquisition of fire door business, Fire Door Specialists Ltd (FDS).
First acquisition
Ranger, which launched in February 2024, has already acquired four other businesses following Transitional Capital from ThinCats and private equity backing from Hyperion Capital – all in the active fire space – AFIL Ltd, Ignis Fire Protection Ltd, Syncro Group Ltd and IPH Fire Solutions Ltd.
This is Ranger’s first acquisition in the passive fire safety space, broadening out the Group’s offering beyond active fire safety.
Fire door compliance
Ian will join the senior leadership team at Ranger Fire and Security, supporting the Group’s growth
Based in Nottinghamshire, but offering national coverage, FDS provides comprehensive fire door compliance, including building inspections, fire door maintenance, and installation. FDS boasts a wealth of experience equating to more than 150 years in the fire and safety industry.
Led by Operations Director Ian Maciejewski, FDS has expanded rapidly over the past few years, with the company broadening its services to cater to all types of buildings, student accommodation, schools, factories, and offices. Ian will join the Ranger Fire and Security senior leadership team, supporting the Group’s growth over the coming years.
Inspections and maintenance
Ranger evaluated numerous fire door companies before identifying FDS as the passive fire business that best met its stringent criteria and guardrails, including employing skilled engineers, delivering high-quality service, and consistently showing strong growth in its inspections and maintenance services.
It also has an existing long-standing, reputable client base, including the NHS and Ministry of Defence.
One-stop solution
FDS will benefit from the Group’s scale, technology, and broader services, which will enhance its customer offering
The acquisition of FDS is a key part of Ranger’s aim to provide quality service for its clients and a comprehensive one-stop solution by offering all fire and security services under one umbrella. FDS will benefit from the Group’s scale, technology, and broader services, enhancing its customer offering.
While Ranger’s longer-term strategy continues to be actively fire-focused, the acquisition of FDS complements the Group’s existing service propositions and enhances its customer experience. Funding for the acquisition was provided by ThinCats.
New and key service
Stuart Thompson, Head of Transitional Capital, ThinCats, “We're delighted to be supporting Ranger with another acquisition. Mark and his team continue to expand their services and are fast becoming a national player in the industry.”
Mark Bridges, CEO of Ranger Fire and Security, said, “Fire Door Specialists is a well-known, respected business in the passive fire space that will add a new and key service to the Ranger Group. This acquisition marks another milestone for Ranger in our journey to provide the highest quality, complete service offering and opens up significant cross-selling opportunities."
Maintenance-focused business offering
“We are excited to welcome Ian and his team to the Group. As we continue to grow, Ranger remains a dynamic, maintenance-focused business offering a turnkey solution for all fire and security services across the UK and Ireland.”
Ian Maciejewski, Operations Director at Fire Door Specialists, said, "Our decision to partner with Ranger was an easy one – it’s a company I have admired since its launch and presents huge opportunities for our business."
High-quality service
Ranger to enhance its offering in all key areas of fire and security services, such as fire detection and alarms
“Ranger is the best partner for us going forward given our shared focus on providing a high-quality service for customers, and I look forward to working closely with Mark and the team to grow Fire Door Specialists while enhancing our systems and insights, fostering collaboration and exploring new avenues of growth."
The announcement builds on Ranger Fire and Security’s previous acquisitions of AFIL, Ignis Fire Protection Ltd, Syncro Group Ltd, and IPH Fire Solutions Ltd, which together have helped Ranger to enhance its offering in all key areas of fire and security services, such as fire detection and alarms, extinguisher maintenance, suppression, and security services.
Fire and safety solution provider
Since launching in 2024, with backing from the private investment firm Hyperion Equity Partners, and Transitional Capital from ThinCats, Ranger has embarked on a mission to establish itself as the pioneering one-stop solution provider in the fire and safety sector, offering a comprehensive range of services through both regional and national operations, and providing a seamless customer experience.
