Fireye, a global leader in flame monitoring and flame safeguard control, has acquired Energy Technology & Control Limited (ETC), a UK-based company specializing in combustion control technology. Fireye is part of Spectrum Safety Solutions, based in Stamford, Connecticut. Founded in 1983, ETC has built a global reputation for designing and manufacturing innovative electronic burner controls that help industrial customers cut energy costs and emissions.
The acquisition aligns with Fireye’s strategy to differentiate itself by offering a broad portfolio of industry-leading burner controls and flame monitoring solutions. By adding ETC’s advanced combustion control products, Fireye expands its offerings to include solutions for managing multiple boilers, improving efficiency through air-fuel ratio control, and enhancing diagnostics via Bluetooth™ technology-enabled products.
Fireye said the combination strengthens its position across commercial and industrial markets, where its flame safeguard controls and burner management systems are widely used in public buildings, commercial properties, power plants, pulp and paper mills, petrochemical facilities, and food processing plants. The expanded portfolio is expected to provide customers globally with a more comprehensive suite of burner control and combustion management technologies.
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“For 90 years, the Fireye brand has been recognized for premier quality and exceptional customer support. ETC’s reputation of innovation is a great addition to Fireye’s portfolio while we continue to lead the market with high quality and reliable products.” “We are very excited for the opportunities that lie ahead for the combined companies.”
Sean Byrnes, President And General Manager Of Fireye
“Fireye has a 90-year record of offering industry-leading, innovative, and advanced flame monitoring and safeguard controls for mission-critical industrial applications. With the acquisition of ETC and its advanced combustion controls products, we are excited to offer customers an even broader range of industrial burner controls globally.”
Rajan Goel, President And CEO Of Spectrum Safety Solutions
“ETC is excited to be a part of Fireye. ETC’s innovative combustion control products that help our customers reduce their emissions while lowering their costs fits well into the rest of the Fireye product portfolio.”
Martin Thirsk, Co-Founder & Managing Director Of ETC