Detectortesters Group Announces Acquisition Of Global Vision Inc.
Detectortesters Group strenghtens it's position in fire test & measurement space: the portfolio company of Inflexion Private Equity announces the acquisition of Global Vision Inc (GVI), a market leading fire company specialising in the provision of fire pump test meters.
Founded in 2006 and based in Minneapolis, USA, GVI is committed to delivering patented designed, FM approved solutions that support the essential maintenance of commercial fire pumps used in sprinkler systems. The company’s specialist knowledge and comprehensive product range serve the needs of a global client base.
The Detectortesters Group incorporates various companies specialising in the design and supply of test and measurement solutions for the fire industry. Headquartered in Hertfordshire UK, with regional manufacturing and distribution centres in the USA based out of New Jersey and Chicago. Operating under the market leading brands of Detectortesters, SDI and Hose Monster, the group is a fire industry leader with its innovative products and technology supporting the test, measurement, and maintenance markets within the commercial fire protection industry.
Exporting to markets in over 100 countries worldwide and having local presence in core markets, the group employs close to 200 people.
The acquisition is the latest of four companies acquired by Detectortesters Group and follows the acquisition of The Hose Monster Company in May 2024. Robert Campbell, Group CEO, commented:
Robert Campbell, CEO Detectortesters
“As part of our growth strategy, we were looking to strengthen our position further within the test and measurement flow meter space, and I am delighted we have been able to achieve that with GVI. It’s always exciting to bring another company into the group and GVI provides a perfect product and technology complement to Hose Monster, as we build out our flow test and measurement platform.”
Aaron Cerny, Executive VP of GVI, stated:
Aaron Cerny, Executive VP GVI
“Everyone at GVI is extremely proud of the products we provide and the industry we serve. Becoming part of the Detectortesters Group gives us the platform to grow even further, with access to even greater resource and experience which will help drive development of new solutions and the expansion of our customer base. I’m excited for the future and looking forward to working with the team at Hose Monster.”
