As reported by LION Group, LION Safety Solutions, a division of LION Group, Inc., has announced the acquisition of Northwest Safety Clean Inc., effective November 1, 2024.
This acquisition extends LION TotalCare’s service reach into the Pacific Northwest with a new facility located at 8320 S 208th St, Ste H111, Kent, WA.
This strategic expansion reinforces LION TotalCare’s commitment to advancing PPE care standards for fire departments and first responders throughout the United States.
The Kent facility, previously owned by Northwest Safety Clean, has a reputation for adhering to NFPA 1851 standards, known for delivering high-quality PPE services.
The acquisition brings together the expertise of LION TotalCare and Northwest Safety Clean, promising continued dependable service for first responders nationwide.
The leadership from both companies emphasized a shared dedication to firefighter safety and PPE quality.
Mark Smith, CEO of LION Safety Solutions, stated: “This acquisition is an exciting step forward in our mission to provide exceptional care and maintenance for firefighter PPE.
We are committed to going beyond the basics, adhering strictly to the highest standards and ensuring that the safety of first responders remains our top priority.”
Steve Lakey, the owner of Northwest Safety Clean, expressed confidence in the partnership, stating: “We’ve built Northwest Safety Clean on trust, quality, and service, and I’m confident that LION TotalCare will continue that legacy.
“With their leadership, I see an even stronger focus on firefighter safety and excellence in PPE care.”
LION TotalCare’s newly acquired Kent, WA location will soon provide RedZone™ CO2 cleaning technology, a unique method designed to improve PPE cleaning for firefighting gear.
This advanced technology removes up to 98% of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and other harmful contaminants without water, setting a new standard in PPE care.
The environmentally friendly approach aligns with LION’s goal to enhance both safety and sustainability in the fire safety industry.
The CO2-based cleaning system effectively addresses key contaminants present in firefighting gear, providing a highly efficient and environmentally sound solution for gear care.
LION TotalCare’s CEO, Smith, remarked: “With the upcoming addition of our RedZone CO2 cleaning technology at the Kent facility, we’ll be able to offer an even higher level of protection for your gear, while also prioritizing firefighter safety and environmental sustainability.”
Following the acquisition, LION TotalCare operates eight PPE care facilities nationwide, offering services from inspection and cleaning to repair and gear rentals.
Each location specializes in comprehensive PPE care, focusing on quality and reliability to meet the high demands of first responders and firefighting professionals.
The new Kent facility will expand the company’s service network in the Pacific Northwest, ensuring timely access to specialized PPE care services for regional fire departments and first responders.
LION Safety Solutions, under LION Group, Inc., has acquired Northwest Safety Clean Inc.
in a move effective as of November 1, 2024.
This acquisition extends LION TotalCare’s reach into the Pacific Northwest, with a new facility in Kent, WA.
Northwest Safety Clean, known for compliance with NFPA 1851, will continue its legacy of reliable service under LION’s leadership.
LION’s CEO, Mark Smith, emphasized the acquisition as a step forward in firefighter PPE care, while Northwest Safety Clean’s Steve Lakey expressed optimism for continued excellence.
The Kent facility will introduce RedZone CO2 cleaning technology, which removes 98% of PAHs and carcinogens from gear, underscoring LION’s commitment to both firefighter safety and environmental sustainability.
