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AWP Safety Expands Reach and Capabilities

In the ever-evolving landscape of safety and traffic management, AWP Safety has made significant strides to fortify its market position. As North America's premier provider of safety solutions, the company's recent acquisitions of three traffic control firms—Site Barricades, Integrity Traffic, and WS Barricade—mark a pivotal moment in enhancing its service offerings and operational reach.

Strategic Acquisitions

On January 8, 2025, AWP Safety announced its acquisition of Site Barricades based in Fort Worth, Texas; Integrity Traffic located in Sherwood, Oregon; and WS Barricade from Frederick, Colorado. By integrating these regional, full-service traffic control companies into its operations, AWP aims to expand its footprint across the Pacific Northwest, Arizona, Colorado, and Texas, while also penetrating the Nebraska market.

The details of the transactions remain undisclosed, but the ramifications are clear: AWP Safety will significantly enhance its capabilities in traffic control services, equipment rentals, and strategic planning in traffic management. This expansion comes at a time when infrastructure projects are on the rise across North America, necessitating expert traffic management solutions.

Strengthening Leadership in Traffic Control

The combined expertise of AWP Safety and the newly acquired companies will provide clients with a comprehensive set of solutions tailored to meet complex safety needs. This means an integrated approach to planning and execution, thereby ensuring that clients receive cutting-edge service from start to finish. According to Rob Sehnert, President and CEO of AWP Safety, this move is not just about expansion; it reflects a commitment to delivering exceptional safety solutions driven by customer needs.

“This is a momentous occasion for AWP Safety. Our integration with Site Barricades, Integrity Traffic, and WS Barricade allows us to wield unmatched resources and expertise to ensure that our clients are equipped with the best traffic management solutions as they build the next generation of North America's infrastructure,” Sehnert noted.

Regional Impact and Customer Focus

The announcement of these acquisitions has been met with enthusiasm from the teams involved. Co-owners of Site Barricades, Jeff Schuessler and Ben Wallace, remarked on how their services will complement the ongoing efforts in Texas to enhance and maintain its intricate power infrastructure.

Moreover, Geoff Barrios, co-founder of Integrity Traffic, emphasized the partnership's focus on leveraging technology to innovate within the traffic control industry. The collaboration aims to provide high-tech solutions tailored to the unique requirements of utility, broadband, and infrastructure construction projects.

In a similar vein, Ron Smits, owner of WS Barricade, reiterated the commitment to safety and reliability that his company brings to the table. With AWP's backing, WS Barricade aims to maintain a leadership role in delivering safe and efficient traffic management solutions, particularly in the Mountain West and Upper Midwest regions.

About AWP Safety

AWP Safety has carved a niche in worksite safety, ensuring that the teams who build and maintain vital infrastructure are protected. Established in 1981, the company operates in 33 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces, servicing 1 million work sites annually. Renowned for their commitment to innovation and customer service, AWP Safety has recently earned recognition as one of Newsweek's **