Rose Paving Merges with Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating, Expanding Nationwide Presence

Bridgeview, IL—In a historic moment for the paving industry, Rose Paving (“Rose”) announced it has merged with Atlantic Southern Paving (“ASP”) to create one of the largest self-performing paving companies in the United States. Rose Paving and ASP combine complementary geographic footprints and together create an expansive nationwide network with an unrivaled reach. The businesses are known for consistent, long-standing relationships while offering both national and regional expertise, and the combination will ensure new standards of quality and service in the paving industry.

 

Both companies have been built through an unwavering commitment to servicing clients, with customers trusting Rose Paving for over 50 years and ASP for more than 30 years. Over the last decade, each company has expanded through steady and deliberate organic growth as well as key acquisitions. This partnership now unites over 1,000 employees across 34 offices nationwide.

 

“We’re thrilled to join forces with the ASP team,” said Jaron Srain, President of Rose Paving. “Our geographic footprints complement each other, and our partnership will boost efficiencies and double our coverage to better serve our clients. The merger uniquely positions us to offer best-in-class paving solutions and superior service for years to come.”

 

This alliance brings together two of the most trusted names in paving, companies with shared values and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and quality work. The merger strengthens our national capabilities and leverages deep regional expertise to serve clients better.

 

Mike Curry Jr., CEO of ASP, expressed his excitement about the merger, stating, “This is a huge moment not only for the company that my family and team have built but for the entire paving industry. Rose and ASP will carry forward our legacies as one. I am eager to unite these companies to redefine the industry that we love.”

Harbor Beach Capital, ASP’s investment partner, will continue to invest alongside Tenex Capital Management, Rose Paving’s partner, to support the company’s continued growth and expansion nationwide. 

 


 

About Rose Paving
Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Bridgeview, IL, Rose provides professional preventative and restorative pavement maintenance services to businesses throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Rose delivers its services to retail, hospitality, health care, and apartment companies in multiple locations. For additional information, please visit www.rosepaving.com.

 

About Tenex Capital Management

Tenex Capital Management is a private equity firm that invests in middle-market companies. Tenex uses an in-house team of hybrid investment professionals skilled in operational leadership, investing, and capital markets structuring to maximize long-term value creation. Tenex’s deep operating experience allows the firm to collaborate with management teams to capitalize on business and market opportunities. Tenex has successfully invested in various industries, including diversified industrials, business and tech-enabled services, and healthcare. For additional information, please visit www.tenexcm.com.

 

Harbor Beach Capital

Harbor Beach Capital is a private equity firm specializing in control investments in middle-market companies. They partner with and align their interests alongside talented management teams to help companies reach their full potential and create long-term value. Harbor Beach takes an active approach, committing the necessary resources to each investment to drive growth and operational efficiencies. For more information, please visit www.harborbeachcapital.com.

Rose Paving Welcomes Back Marc Eisenberg!

October 16, 2024 – Marc Eisenberg launched his career in 1996, specializing in manufacturing products for major retailers across the U.S.

 

Over the past two decades, he has built a successful career in the construction and facility maintenance sectors, serving industries that include retail, restaurants, convenience stores, and transportation.

 

With expertise in paving, signage, remodels, and branding, Marc is known for his commitment to delivering exceptional value to clients nationwide.

 

As a dedicated customer advocate, his focus remains on being a reliable partner, ensuring projects are completed efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards.

 

Rose Paving has brought Marc back to the national accounts team as part of our continued growth into more markets. He is ready to help your business with all their paving needs—simply reply to this email to say hello or schedule a call.

Marking a Pivotal Step in Transformation Journey, Carrier Integrates its EcoEnergy Insights™ and Abound™ Digital Solutions

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, announced today that its EcoEnergy Insights™ business will now go to market globally as Carrier Abound™. EcoEnergy Insights, a leading provider of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for building and equipment operations will also re-badge its CORTIX™ suite of solutions as Abound solutions. With these changes, Carrier will now offer its customers a comprehensive and cohesive suite of digital solutions and digitally enabled services to achieve outcomes in sustainability, health and well-being, and asset management. 

 

“This integration marks a pivotal step in Carrier’s transformation journey to become a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions,” said Mead Rusert, Vice President, Building Technologies, Carrier. “Bringing our solutions and expertise into one group accelerates our efforts and enhances customer service − further demonstrating our commitment to developing solutions for sustainable building operations.”

 

For nearly 15 years, EcoEnergy Insights has been recognized for its award-winning solutions that have helped customers save over 6 billion kWh globally.1 This energy savings is equivalent to the greenhouse gas emissions produced by nearly one million gasoline-powered passenger vehicles driven for an entire year. 

 

Leveraging Carrier’s expertise in energy-efficient HVAC systems, Carrier Abound aims to enhance operational efficiencies, drive customer engagement and enable smarter, more sustainable building management. The solutions are designed to create value through a combination of innovative technology, advanced analytics and advisory services, ultimately helping customers achieve their sustainability goals.

 

1 Calculated to the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol, 2011 through 2024.
Equivalency calculation per U.S. EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator.

 


 

About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we’ve led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit www.corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

 

Contact: Shawn Menezes
 +91 (0) 80 49045454
 shawn.menezes@carrier.com

Bessemer Investors Establishes Partnership with W Services Group

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Oct. 2, 2024  — W Services Group (“W Services” or the “Company”), a market-leading provider of vendor-managed facility maintenance services to multi-site customers, and Bessemer Investors LLC (“Bessemer”), a New York-based investment firm, announced today that Bessemer has completed a significant investment in the Company. Bessemer will partner with W Services’ existing management team, including Founder and CEO Matthew Whelan, who will continue leading the Company. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

 

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Hauppauge, NY, W Services provides cleaning, site refresh and remodel, and emergency response services to multi-site customers across North America. With industry-leading technology and a dedicated team of more than 250 employees managing a network of more than 3,000 contractor partners, the Company delivers consistent, high-quality results to a wide base of blue-chip customers across over 10,000 sites in retail, automotive, grocery, foodservice, distribution, and other multi-site end markets.

 

Andrew Mendelsohn, Managing Director at Bessemer, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Matthew and the W Services team. W Services has developed a leading platform in the facility maintenance services space, serving high-quality customers who trust W Services as a true partner, whether for recurring services or emergency needs. We look forward to supporting the Company during its next phase of growth, both through organic initiatives and strategic M&A.”

 

Mr. Whelan commented, “We are immensely proud of the business that we have built over the last 15 years and could not ask for a better partner in Bessemer. This collaboration will allow us to further invest in our business to foster growth, while Bessemer’s commitment to maintaining our culture and client-centric approach ensures that we will continue to serve our customers, employees, and business partners with the same excellence they have come to expect.”

 

Concurrent with the acquisition, Bill Hayden has been appointed as an independent member of the board at W Services. He brings over 20 years of industry experience to the position, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer at FacilitySource, a technology and data-driven facility management business that was acquired by CBRE in 2018.

 

EC M&A served as financial advisor and Garfunkel Wild, P.C. served as legal counsel to W Services. Raymond James served as financial advisor and capital markets advisor to Bessemer Investors, while Sidley Austin LLP served as legal counsel. Brightwood Capital Advisors provided debt financing for the transaction.

 


 

About W Services Group
W Services Group is a leading provider of outsourced facility services, including cleaning, site refresh and remodel, and emergency response services. The Company is headquartered in Hauppauge, NY and provides services across North America. W Services’ quality-focused employees and contract partners successfully develop, implement, and manage programs and projects for multi-site customers. For further information, please visit https://www.wservices.com.

 

About Bessemer Investors
Bessemer Investors is a New York-based investment firm focused on partnering with middle market businesses to support growth and enhance value creation. Bessemer differentiates itself by combining a long-term, flexible capital base with a team of experienced private equity professionals. This approach offers unique solutions to Bessemer’s partners and the flexibility to maximize long-term value. For further information, please visit https://www.bessemerinvestors.com.

 

Contact:

Lambert by LLYC
Joanne Lessner, jlessner@lambert.com, 212-222-7436
Caroline Luz, cluz@lambert.com, 203-570-6462

Source: W Services Group

Facilio Expands Education Vertical Portfolio, Digitizes Campus Operations for Three More Institutions

[New York, July 24, 2024] — Facilio, a leader in the property operations & maintenance software space, today announced that it has on-boarded three new education institutions – Breck School and Purdue University Fort Wayne in the US, and Acorn Early Years in the UK – to its growing education customer/client portfolio. These institutions have chosen Facilio’s Connected CMMS suite to digitize and streamline their campus operations, gain real-time visibility, and enhance the overall student and faculty experiences.

“Maintaining a high-quality on-campus facility is crucial for increasing student enrollment and retaining staff. However, many operations and facility management (FM) teams face challenges in upholding these standards due to the limited workforce, heavy reliance on paper-based processes, and the use of outdated legacy tools for managing operations.

Facilio’s Connected CMMS unifies all campus operations and maintenance in one place, offering more than just asset and record maintenance. Its AI-driven automation and real-time insights help institutions drive service excellence from day one and help facility managers gain operational control & autonomy,” says Prabhu Ramachandran, CEO of Facilio.

With this deployment, all three institutions have transitioned from manual operations and legacy systems to a centralized cloud-based platform to gain autonomy & efficiency in campus operations. Facilio’s IoT platform equips the institutions with:

Unified Asset Management, to decrease asset downtime, gain operational control, and automate maintenance schedules, improving staff & student experiences.
Automated Compliance management, with real-time incident reporting, and proactive inspection (pre-scheduled audits) to ensure campus health, safety & reputation.
A self-serve staff portal for students & staff members to easily raise service requests, track work order progress, and provide feedback in real-time.

Mike Thorson, Director of Facilities at Breck School says, “Facilio consistently pushes the envelope in terms of innovation. Their commitment to continuous improvement and staying ahead of industry trends assured us that their Connected CMMS platform would be a future-proof choice. It offers a level of customization and flexibility that allows us to tailor the system to our specific needs, ensuring that it can evolve with our FM requirements. Besides, it’s intuitive and user-friendly, ensuring that our team can easily navigate and utilize the system to its full potential without extensive training or support.”

Ashley Tash, Director of Operations & Maintenance at Purdue University Fort Wayne says, “We needed a reliable system in place to track, manage, plan and report FM related activities all in one place, which was hard to achieve with the tool we previously used- this is what led us to partner with Facilio. We have centralized control across campus, helping our FM teams to focus on more strategic initiatives.”

“Maintaining early-education facilities located in multiple sites, with limited workforce and operational budgets can be challenging. Everything needs to run as per regulatory standards, and the highest safety and hygiene levels need to be maintained consistently. We chose Facilio – to modernize, improve, make efficient and track our operational processes. Spending is more effective as a result of the new system. One of our issues was visibility amongst our nurseries and Facilio has more than solved this whilst giving automated updates to those concerned. Compliance & inspection management is now automated, which makes audits easy to handle,” says Steve Patty, Facilities, Health & Safety Manager at Acorn Early Years, a 35-year-old Pre-School Nursery group with 17 sites in Milton Keynes, Northants and Bedford, England.

Facilio works with many leading education institutions across the world, including Royal Grammar School Dubai , and Fortes Education in Dubai, helping them to effortlessly manage campus facilities, enhance student safety and maximize technology ROI by leveraging the power of IoT.


About Facilio
Facilio offers an enterprise-grade SaaS platform to make the built environment operationally efficient. Headquartered in New York City with offices in Dubai, Chennai, and London, Facilio is a global company backed by leading investors, including Accel India, Tiger Global Management, Dragoneer Investment Group, Brookfield Growth, and Cushman & Wakefield.

Facilio Media Contact
Lalitha Y.
+91 9600087401
press@facilio.com

Stones River Electric Completes Acquisition of Superior Lighting Inc.

[Nashville, TN, July 18, 2024] — Stones River Electric has completed its acquisition of Superior Lighting Inc., based in Omaha, Nebraska. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to expand our presence throughout the Midwest.

Stones River Electric and Superior Lighting Inc. share a rich history of collaboration in the industry. This acquisition not only adds staff in four Midwest states but also extends our National Account service team’s coverage to four new states.


About Stones River Electric

Stones River Electric is a national provider of electrical, lighting, and energy services, founded in 1990 in Nashville, Tennessee. An award-winning electrical contractor, Stones River Electric offers extensive experience in the design, installation, management, and maintenance of facility lighting, electrical, and sign systems.

www.stonesriverelectric.com


Stones River Electric Media Contact

Rob Wilson, LC, CLMC, LEED AP
(800) 843-9888 
rwilson@stonesriverelectric.com

Leo FM Expands Footprint Through Partnership with RSM Facility Solutions

[Paramus, NJ, July 11, 2024] — Leo Facilities Maintenance (“Leo FM”), a facilities maintenance service provider network backed by Orion Group (“Orion”), announced today that it has partnered with RSM Facility Solutions (“RSM”), a leading commercial facilities maintenance provider based in Paramus, NJ. As Leo FM’s tenth investment in the facilities maintenance industry, this partnership deepens and expands Leo FM’s service capabilities for multi-site commercial customers across the United States and Canada. Leo FM is building a national facilities maintenance business by partnering with exceptional, founder-owned businesses and supplying the resources needed to fuel their next chapter of growth.

Founded in 1998 by three brothers, Stephen, Rob, and Mike Sargenti, RSM is a leading service provider that delivers enterprise-wide solutions for regional & national multi-site customers as their first call, best resource, and most trusted solutions partner. RSM employs a team of dedicated customer account specialists, complemented with subject matter experts across key trades – including handyman, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC – committed to understanding and exceeding customer needs. With decades of expertise in servicing commercial facilities for national brands and an expansive breadth of service capabilities, RSM’s team prides itself on delivering the RSM Advantage and on the long-standing relationships they have built with their clients.

“RSM’s history of delivering the highest quality service possible has earned it a reputation as a leading facility solutions company,” said Will Adams, Orion Co-CEO. “This partnership will enhance the service offering we can bring to existing and new customers. Orion and the Leo FM team are proud to partner with the great team at RSM.”

“RSM is extremely enthusiastic about our new partnership with Orion,” said Stephen Sargenti. “This will give us access to additional resources, advanced technology, and broader market reach. The partnership will also enable us to enhance our services and deliver even greater value to our clients, allowing us to push the boundaries of what RSM can achieve.”

Stout served as financial advisor to RSM, and Morrison & Foerster served as legal counsel to Orion.

About Leo FM

Leo FM is a network of expert facilities maintenance companies offering an expansive range of interior and exterior services, delivered through a team of high-performance self-perform technicians and a vetted network of service partners. Key services include, but are not limited to, handyman, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, locks, doors, landscaping, snow and paving. With a team of industry veterans committed to providing excellent quality for all customers, Leo FM is the trusted single-source provider for regional and national customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. For more information, please visit www.leo-fm.com.

About RSM Facility Solutions

RSM Facility Solutions is a leading facilities maintenance company with expertise in servicing facilities across the U.S. Through a network of leading technicians and vetted service partners across the country with decades-long expertise in providing maintenance and repair solutions, RSM can resolve all facility needs.

About Orion Group

Orion Group is a commercial and industrial field services company that invests in and grows market-leading businesses. Orion is building national businesses in multiple field services sectors by investing in companies with great cultures, attracting the best technical and managerial talent, and creating unmatched growth opportunities for them. For more information, please visit www.orionservicesgroup.com. Orion is backed by Alpine Investors, a people-driven private equity firm committed to building enduring companies by working with, learning from, and developing exceptional people.

About Alpine

Alpine Investors is a people-driven private equity firm committed to building enduring companies by working with, learning from, and developing exceptional people. Alpine specializes in investments in the software and services industries. Alpine’s PeopleFirst strategy includes a talent program that allows Alpine to bring leadership to situations where additional or new management is needed post-transaction. Alpine has over $17B in assets under management and has three offices in San Francisco, New York, and Salt Lake City. For more information, visit www.alpineinvestors.com.


Contact

For business inquiries, please contact Dan Teti at dan@orionservicesgroup.com.

For media inquiries, please contact Audrey Harris at aharris@alpineinvestors.com.

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Barron Lighting Group Announces the Launch of the specialtyLED RFX-COB Series

[Glendale, AZ – June 27, 2024] — Barron Lighting Group, a pioneer in the lighting industry for over 50 years, proudly unveils its latest innovation, the specialtyLED RFX-COB Series. This new product is set to revolutionize the market with its ultra-thin design and even illumination.

The specialtyLED RFX-COB Series offers an impressive array of features:

  • Extremely Thin Design: Provides an even illumination across the entire strip with no visible LEDs.
  • High Flexibility: Perfect for small or restricted locations due to its low-profile design.
  • Complete Kit: Each kit contains three splice connectors, three strip to power connectors, and three flex corner connectors for easy installation.

In addition to the RFX-COB Series, Barron Lighting Group introduces the new specialtyLED LCH Series Linear Mounting Channels. These channels are designed to complement the RFX-COB Series, making installation simple and versatile. The LCH Series is available in surface, recessed, corner, and suspended configurations and can be customized to desired lengths.

“We are thrilled to introduce the specialtyLED RFX-COB Series to the market,” said Pam Dunphy, SLP Product Manager at Barron Lighting Group. “Our commitment to providing innovative and high-quality lighting solutions continues with this launch. The RFX-COB’s flexibility and superior illumination make it an excellent choice for a variety of applications.”


About Barron Lighting Group

Barron Lighting Group has been at the forefront of the lighting industry for over 50 years. Based in Glendale, Arizona, the company is dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality, and sustainable lighting solutions for commercial, industrial, and specialty markets. Barron’s unwavering commitment to excellence, customer service, and environmental responsibility ensures that they continue to light the way to a brighter, more efficient future.

For more information about the specialtyLED RFX-COB Series and the specialtyLED LCH Series Linear Mounting Channels, please visit barronltg.com.


Barron Lighting Group Media Contact

Diane Hoffman
Marketing Manager
Barron Lighting Group
(623) 282-9934
diane.hoffman@barronltg.com

New Feature Release: iVueit Launches Video Vues

Columbus, May 15, 2024 – iVueit, the leading provider of on-demand commercial & residential data collection, is pleased to announce the addition of Video Vue Surveys to its robust suite of survey options. This latest feature empowers clients to capture detailed insights through video recordings. This development deepens their clients’ capacity to inspect & evaluate diverse facets of multi-site operations across a spectrum of industries.

iVueit’s Video Vue Surveys offer a versatile solution for a wide range of inspections, This upgrade gives clients a chance to feel what it’s actually like to be on site, making insights more vivid and decisions more informed. Some key examples of how companies are leveraging Video Vue Surveys across different industries include:

  • Floor Layouts: Get a virtual tour of  the layout of homes, retail spaces, offices, or facilities for optimization and planning purposes.
  • Damage Documentation: Document damages for insurance claims, maintenance records, or property inspections.
  • Retail Merchandising: Evaluate product displays, shelf layouts, and promotional setups to ensure compliance with brand standards and maximize sales impact.
  • Compliance Verification: Conduct audits and compliance checks through video documentation to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and operational protocols.
  • Property Condition Reports: Assess the condition of properties, facilities, or equipment for maintenance planning and asset management.
  • Customer Experience: Gain insights into the visual experience for your customers at any location to better understand their perspective.
  • Asset Management: Create detailed records of assets, equipment, and inventory for inventory management and asset tracking purposes.
  • Marketing & Promotion: Capture video footage of promotional events, marketing campaigns, or branding initiatives to evaluate their effectiveness and ROI.

In addition to Video Vue Surveys, iVueit offers a range of survey options to cater to diverse data collection needs. These include measurements, signatures, photos, and dynamic survey questions with options such as single and multiple select, grouping, conditional logic, and sliders. This comprehensive suite of survey features enables clients to gather actionable insights.

Clients of iVueit can tap into their mobile workforce of over 375,000 nationwide Vuers to collect real-time and unbiased insights from the customer’s point of view. With 99% of Vues completed by Preferred Vuers, recognized for their outstanding performance and highest Vuer ratings, clients can trust in the reliability and quality of the data gathered. Furthermore, recent findings reveal that 50% of all Vues are conducted by Vuers who have successfully undergone comprehensive background checks and peer reviews by iVueit employees, ensuring an extra layer of trust and confidence in the collected data.

“Our goal is to make a difference for our clients. This feature launch is another step forward in our journey of evolving technology to meet our clients’ ever evolving requests,” said Mike Popadak, Co-Founder and CEO at iVueit. “With every feature release, we prioritize what matters most to our clients’ success, ensuring we’re always delivering solutions that make a real difference in your daily operations.”

 

About iVueit

Nationwide site auditing platform powered by crowdsourcing to collect on-demand property insights. The platform connects businesses with a mobile workforce of on-demand (Vuers) who complete nearby jobs via the iVueit app. Offering quick and cost-effective solutions, iVueit enables its clients to remotely monitor properties, assets, or projects through real-time, geo-mapped photos and survey reports.

 

Media Contact

Emily Dugan

Marketing Manager

https://ivueit.com/video-vues-feature/

 

Barron Lighting Group Unveils the New PKR Series RXAR LED Area Luminaire and Pole Kit

Glendale, Arizona – May 22, 2024 – Barron Lighting Group, a leading provider of innovative lighting solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its latest product offering, the PKR Series RXAR LED area luminaire and pole kit. Designed to set a new standard in lighting performance and efficiency, the RXAR series features a sleek, low-profile housing and is equipped with lumen packages ranging from 6,200 to 62,400 lumens.

Key Features and Benefits
The RXAR LED area luminaire boasts a high-efficiency light engine optimized for superior light control and illumination. It offers four distribution types and comes in two physical sizes, providing a versatile solution for a variety of applications including parking lots, walkways, roadways, and other large areas.

  • Exceptional Efficiency: With efficacies up to 172 lumens per watt (LPW), the RXAR series ensures significant energy savings while providing zero uplight.
  • Versatile Lumen Packages: Available in lumen packages of up to 60,000 lumens, catering to diverse lighting needs.
  • Complete Fixture and Pole Packages: Includes 4″ or 5″ square steel poles available in heights of 20′, 25′, and 30′.
  • Field Switchable CCT & Wattage: Flexibility to adjust color temperature and wattage in the field for tailored lighting solutions.
  • DesignLights Consortium® PREMIUM Qualified: Ensures performance, quality, and energy efficiency.

The RXAR series ships standard with a 5″ arm and is engineered for ease of installation on the included poles. With a remarkably short lead time of just 2-3 weeks, the RXAR series promises to deliver prompt and efficient solutions for your lighting needs.

About Barron Lighting Group

Barron Lighting Group, based in Glendale, Arizona, has been a pioneering force in the lighting industry for over 50 years. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer service, Barron offers comprehensive lighting solutions for commercial, industrial, and specialty lighting markets. Barron Lighting Group’s mission is to light the way to a brighter future with products that ensure safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Media Contact
Diane Hoffman | Marketing Manager
Barron Lighting Group
(623) 282-9934
diane.hoffman@barronltg.com