Introducing the enhanced KnoxBox – Learn More about the New Buying Process!
Introducing the enhanced KnoxBox – Learn More about the New Buying Process!


Knox is pleased to announce the expansion of Pye-Barker Fire & Safety (dba Vanguard Fire & Security Systems) as an authorized Knox Trusted Partner (KTP) into the Michigan market. Already a trusted Knox partner serving customers throughout Texas, Pye-Barker is now extending its Knox support and service capabilities across Michigan through its Vanguard Fire & Security Systems team, with local branches in:
Grand Rapids, MI
Kalamazoo, MI
Saginaw, MI
Detroit, MI
This expansion strengthens local support for Michigan customers seeking faster access to Knox products and installation services, professional service resources, and knowledgeable regional support teams.

As an authorized Knox Trusted Partner, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety provides customers with:
Access to local inventory of essential Knox products
Same-day pickup options for select in-stock items
Reduced shipping costs and delivery times
Faster turnaround to support inspection and compliance timelines
Professional installation and service support
By expanding into Michigan, Pye-Barker helps provide commercial customers with convenient local access to Knox products, installation services, and regional support resources for managing rapid access requirements and ongoing compliance initiatives.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has built a strong reputation for delivering fire protection, life safety, and security solutions across the country. Their expansion into Michigan reflects continued investment in supporting local communities with experienced teams and dependable service. The Vanguard Fire & Security Systems division, established in 1957, brings decades of experience supporting commercial and municipal customers throughout Michigan with system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance services.

Through this expanded partnership, customers across Michigan can now work directly with the local authorized Knox Trusted Partner for:
Whether supporting new construction projects, existing building compliance, or rapid access program expansion, Pye-Barker provides a trusted local resource backed by Knox standards and training.

Explore Pye-Barker Fire & Safety’s Michigan operations, local branch locations, and fire and life safety service capabilities.

Connect with the authorized Knox Trusted Partner serving Michigan for local product availability and installation services.