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[Glendale, AZ, August 30, 2023] — Exitronix, a division of Barron Lighting Group, is excited to introduce Guardian G3, the next evolution of software for life safety equipment.

As a property owner, it’s your responsibility to prioritize the safety of your facility. In case of emergencies, reliable emergency lighting systems are crucial for the well-being of occupants. Neglecting proper monitoring and testing may put people at risk during evacuations.

Enter the Guardian G3: an advanced system building on the trusted G2 model. Specifically designed to simplify code compliance, minimize the risk of personnel accidents, and reduce operating and maintenance expenses. This comprehensive solution offers automated testing, remote monitoring, and centralized reporting of emergency fixture status, all from a single location. With its secure Zigbee Pro scalable mesh network, the G3 eliminates any vulnerability and distance limitations. You can connect up to 100 fixtures to a single gateway, making it ideal for large facilities.

Moreover, the G3 boasts a user-friendly app interface, complete with an interactive 2D floor plan for easy fixture location. It also ensures centralized record-keeping for up to 60 months. Maintenance personnel can effortlessly schedule automatic tests or initiate real-time testing, eliminating the need for visual verification or disruptions to the building’s power supply.

By choosing Exitronix products, you are one step closer to ensuring that your facility meets the requirements for LEED® building certification. Safeguard your occupants and provide a secure environment with the reliable Guardian G3.

“Guardian G3 takes the manual element out of code compliance,” said Alan Tracy, CEO. “Maintenance personnel can now provide up-to-the-minute reports and identify faulty equipment all from a central location.”

For more information, visit barronltg.com.

Barron Lighting Group Media Contact

Diane Hoffman
Marketing Manager
(623) 580-3948
diane.hoffman@barronltg.com

[Baltimore MD, July 10, 2023] — Persona-Triangle, one of the largest, full-service sign providers in North America, is delighted to announce the recent hiring of Lynn Harnishfeger, a highly accomplished professional in the field. Lynn brings extensive experience as both a facility manager and facility services solution partner, making her a valuable asset to the company.

With a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of facilities management and operations, Lynn is well-versed in managing in-house facilities departments, contracting service providers, and developing and overseeing multi-trade repair and maintenance programs. Additionally, Lynn has a proven track record in project management and has successfully managed, sold, and leased multi-tenant properties during her tenure in commercial property management.

Lynn’s unparalleled expertise in the industry has been recognized through numerous accolades and awards. In particular, she was honored with the prestigious RFMA 2023 Vendor of the Year Award, showcasing her commitment to excellence in facility management. Lynn has also demonstrated her dedication to the field by actively participating in industry associations and organizations. She has served on task forces, co-chaired committees, and held a position on the Board of Directors for the Restaurant Facilities Management Association (RFMA) as the sole Vendor Representative, and the ConnexFM Board of Directors (formerly known as PRSM Association) as both a Retail Representative and Vendor Representative, where she was voted Volunteer of the Year in 2018 and Retailer of the Year in 2008. Furthermore, Lynn holds the esteemed Certified Restaurant Facility Manager Professional (CRFP) and RFMP designations.

As Lynn assumes her role at Persona-Triangle, she will leverage her unique perspective from both the client and service partner sides to deliver tailored solutions that meet the needs of all stakeholders. Her vast knowledge and proven abilities will contribute significantly to the continued success and growth of Persona-Triangle in the facilities management industry.

“We are thrilled to welcome Lynn Harnishfeger to the Persona-Triangle team,” said Stephen Altshuler, President at Triangle Sign Services. “Lynn’s extensive experience, industry recognition, and dedication to excellence make her an ideal fit for our organization. We are confident that her contributions will enhance our capabilities and further strengthen our commitment to delivering exceptional facilities management services.”

About Persona-Triangle

With more than 130 years of combined industry experience, Persona-Triangle is one of the largest, full-service sign providers in the U.S., serving over 150 name-brand companies at more than 7,000 locations across North America. Persona-Triangle has Corporate Headquarters located in Baltimore, MD, and Watertown, SD, and boasts over 350,000 square feet of manufacturing space to maximize your budget and present your image in the best light.

Persona-Triangle serves large name brands, corporations, national rollouts, branding, and re-branding projects, as well as small, local projects, and architectural and artistic elements. Our work can be found in hospitality accommodations, retail settings, restaurants, corporate complexes, healthcare facilities, sporting and event venues, educational institutions, grocery stores, and convenience/petroleum stations.

Ecotrak Media Contact

Amber Bosworth
Marketing Generalist
(800) 843-9888

Oceanside, CA (June 6, 2023) — Kellermeyer Bergensons Services (KBS), a trusted partner to leading operations and facility managers across North America, today announced that it has hired seasoned operational executive Ray Aschenbach as its new Chief Operating Officer.

“It is with great pleasure that we welcome Ray Aschenbach to the KBS team as our newly appointed Chief Operating Officer,” said Mark Minasian, CEO at KBS. “Ray is an exceptional leader who brings a wealth of experience creating an environment that drives both operational efficiency and quality service delivery. He will be instrumental in generating continued growth by executing our strategy and delivering facility services at the high-standards clients expect from KBS.”

Aschenbach has 25 years of experience leading domestic and global enterprise services organizations and is known for his expertise in managing strategy development, change management initiatives, and building numerous high-performing teams. Aschenbach was most recently President and COO of Advanced Technology Services (ATS), a global industrial services provider. Prior to that, he spent 23 years in multiple senior executive roles at Iron Mountain, a global enterprise information management services company, including the last six years as Senior Vice President and General Manager for Global Digital Solutions.

“I’m excited to join KBS, which has set itself apart as a leader and innovator in the facility services industry for more than 50 years,” Aschenbach said. “This role will enable me to leverage my experience in driving growth through outstanding operational execution. I look forward to working closely with the executive team, our talented field operators, and our many partners and clients.”

For more information about KBS, please visit https://www.kbs-services.com.

About KBS

Kellermeyer Bergensons Services (KBS) is a trusted partner to leading operations and facility managers across more than 100,000 client locations throughout North America. We provide essential facility services that deliver healthy operations to businesses through scalable solutions customized to meet client-specific requirements. Our expertise and technology enable our teams to anticipate issues, ensure quality, and maximize efficiency. With decades of experience, KBS is committed to helping clients Raise Standards and Lower Costs with the latest advances for maintaining healthy and safe operations. KBS is proud to deliver an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) program that positively impacts our team members, our clients, and the communities we serve. Visit www.kbs-services.com for more information.

Glendale, AZ – May 30, 2023 – Barron Lighting Group, manufacturer of commercial and industrial lighting solutions, is proud to celebrate its 50-year anniversary. Founded in Gurnee, Illinois in 1973, Barron has enjoyed five decades of growth built on its core values of integrity and innovation.

From the beginning and through the early 1980s, the Barron Manufacturing Corporation established itself as a premier electronics manufacturer dedicated to exceeding customer expectations. Based on a request from a local amusement park to design a low maintenance exit fixture, Barron pioneered the very first LED exit sign, giving birth to the Exitronix brand of exit and emergency life safety products in 1984.

In need of larger facilities to accommodate its expanding product line and attracted to the vibrant culture, talented workforce and warm weather of Arizona, Barron relocated its operations to Phoenix in the spring of 1997.

“Arizona had everything our growing business needed,” said Alan Tracy, CEO “including a vast pool of diverse talent to draw on, low cost of living and a very business-friendly environment.”

Now doing business as Barron Lighting Group, by 2010 the product line had expanded to include two new brands, Trace-Lite commercial and industrial lighting and the specialtyLED line of decorative LED lighting. Requiring more manufacturing and warehouse space, Barron purchased and renovated an 80,000 square foot facility in the neighboring city of Glendale in 2014. Two years later, the Growlite brand of horticultural lighting was acquired.

Barron Lighting Group now has more than 100 employees, over 80 agent partners and nine warehouses across the country supporting all four brands.

“Integrity and innovation. Quality and flexibility. The employees of Barron Lighting Group celebrate these characteristics. We constantly strive to prove our reputation of delivering the world-class service that our customers want,” said Alan “we are excited to see what the future holds for us.”

For more information, visit barronltg.com.

Contacts

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

Today, Fexa expands its capabilities to address mounting regulatory and compliance risks with the acquisition of Trakref, a leading refrigerant tracking and management software provider.

The future of retail and facilities management is facing unprecedented uncertainty. With looming regulation from the EPA and the SEC’s new carbon reporting requirements that are expected to be announced this year, companies must navigate once-in-a-lifetime cost and compliance pressures in the face of economic headwinds, increasing sustainability goals, and rapidly changing customer needs that are pushing facilities and assets to their limits.

“Fexa was founded on the principle that innovative technology can play an essential role in helping companies maximize the potential of their facilities,” said Kurt Smith, CEO of Fexa. “We felt uniquely positioned to help the industry solve the immediate challenge of tracking and managing refrigerants. We did an exhaustive search for the best solution to solve this problem, and it became clear that there is no equal to Trakref’s rules engine in terms of providing a fully compliant, audit-ready solution. Ensuring a seamless transition for all customers and partners is our top priority.”

Typically, cost management and compliance are addressed separately, but these growing challenges demand a holistic approach. With these added capabilities, Fexa will deliver a comprehensive solution that empowers facility owners, operators, and service providers to manage facilities efficiently, maximize the longevity and performance of assets, meet compliance regulations, and deliver against sustainability goals.

“We have seen how the Fexa CMMS platform has helped multi-site businesses manage their facilities more cost-effectively. The Fexa platform is extremely efficient and created more than a 35% reduction in clicks to process a work order within my organization. The addition of Trakref is a natural evolution of their platform, as refrigerant compliance will require tight coordination between facilities managers, service providers, and HVAC/R assets,” said Chris Jernigan (CJ), executive managing director of Cushman & Wakefield Facilities Solutions. “I have first-hand experience with both platforms, and the possibilities of this partnership are very exciting for our clients. It’s the true definition of synergy being created between two great solutions. Fexa should be commended for listening to the market in terms of the real needs of facility managers and taking action to bring this solution together all within one platform.

”The combined company will continue to make its unique products and services available independently to customers and partners across the retail, grocery, healthcare, financial services, data center, real estate, and food services industries as they rapidly innovate to deliver new, integrated capabilities. Fexa and Trakref will continue to value and pursue extensibility with other systems, platforms, and service providers, so that customers have choice when it comes to finding the best solutions for their needs.

“We are ecstatic to join forces with Fexa, who believes in our mission of slowing climate change through better refrigerant tracking and management and helping clients gain control over their HVAC/R activity,” said Ted Atwood, founder of Trakref and now chief compliance and sustainability officer of Fexa. ”We remain committed to creating innovative solutions to stop costly refrigerant leaks for the planet’s health and the safety of people everywhere. We will continue to work with a broad group of constituents, clients, and partners as we pursue this vision.”

Last year Fexa announced it had raised $40 million to support the acceleration of product development and enhance customer support. Since then the team has roughly doubled in size, so it is prepared to accelerate the roadmap, integrate acquisitions, and invest in a next generation, integrated solution. Fexa now serves more than 1.8 million facility locations across the U.S. and Canada, having grown more than 90% over the past year.

For more information on Fexa’s plans to solve the increasingly complex cost and compliance challenges that facility operators and service providers face with the unique capabilities of Trakref, visit https://fexa.io/fexa-ceo-announces-trakref-acquisition

About Fexa

Fexa is a facilities management enterprise SaaS solution dedicated to making it simpler for facilities and operations teams to achieve greater efficiency and ROI. The company’s highly configurable platform utilizes a flexible workflow engine to serve customers in a wide range of markets, including retail, healthcare, automotive, quick serve restaurant, e-commerce logistics, convenience, and broker or self-performing service providers. From work order, location and asset management to complex project management, the Fexa platform enhances and automates business and operational priorities through purpose-built, highly flexible software, tools and support. Fexa is easy to use, flexible and wicked smart. For more information about Fexa, visit https://fexa.io/

About Trakref

Trakref is a leading provider of refrigerant tracking and management software that simplifies compliance and ESG reporting. The company’s platform offers a comprehensive solution for managing refrigerants, reducing compliance risk, and achieving sustainability goals. Learn more about Trakref at https://trakref.com/