Summit Fire Protection Expands Presence in Iowa with Acquisition of Federal Fire Equipment Co.
ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA – Summit Fire Protection Co., a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (“Summit Companies”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Advance Fire Equipment LLC dba Federal Fire Equipment Co., effective September 9, 2025.
Federal Fire Equipment has been a trusted name in fire and life safety across North Central Iowa since 1959. Founded in Mason City as Short’s Fire Equipment Company, it was later acquired by former Mason City firefighter Lowell Moore in 1973. Over the past six decades, Federal Fire Equipment has grown into a full-service fire protection provider, offering fire alarms, sprinklers, fire extinguishers, suppression systems, and emergency lighting.
By keeping its focus on North Central Iowa, Federal Fire has developed strong, lasting relationships and a reputation for dependable, timely support. With licensed technicians and decades of industry knowledge, customers can count on receiving the highest quality of fire and life safety services.
“We are excited to welcome Casey and the Federal Fire Equipment team into the Summit family. Their dedication to customer service, passion, and integrity was obvious from the first meeting and we look forward to supporting their continued growth across the Northern Iowa markets,” said Brandon Patterson, Vice President of Operations.
As part of Summit Fire Protection, the Federal Fire Equipment team will continue to deliver the same professionalism and care customers have come to expect. Additionally, customers will now have access to Summit Fire Protection’s expanded product and service offerings, including fire sprinklers, fire detection & alarms, monitoring, fire extinguishers, pre-engineered kitchen suppression, and special hazard systems supported by Summit’s statewide and national network.
“At Federal Fire Equipment, one of our core values has always been providing honest, reliable service to our customers. Summit’s commitment to integrity aligns perfectly with our own, making the decision to join their team an easy one. With the strength and support of Summit’s structure, we’re confident we can continue leading the way in fire protection services across North Central Iowa while preserving Federal Fire Equipment’s values,” said Casey Waechter, Owner of Federal Fire Equipment.
The acquisition of Federal Fire Equipment enhances Summit Fire Protection’s capabilities and service offerings, further strengthening its position to meet the growing fire protection needs of the region. Visit www.SummitFire.com to learn more about other locations and their suite of fire protection, security, and life safety solutions.