Universal Protection Service Obtains Industrial Security Service Corp.

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Jun 10, 2014, 02:03 ET

SANTA ANA, Calif., June 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Protection Service, a division of Universal Services of America and one of the largest providers of security services in the U.S., has acquired Industrial Security Service Corp. (ISSC) based in Houston, Texas. ISSC ranks high among local security companies, operating in a wide range of vertical business market segments in the greater Houston area.

"This deal was strategically vital as it significantly increases our presence and depth of resources in the Houston market, one that's very important to us," said Steve Jones, CEO of Universal Services of America. "ISSC has a solid reputation and quality force in one of the nation's largest cities, where we look forward to continuing to provide exceptional security service to all of our clients, new and existing."

ISSC has been in the professional security business since 1954, and prides itself on having long–term clients of at least 10 years—a high in the industry. Their offerings include specialties such as mobile and bicycle patrol services, dispatching and closed circuit TV monitoring, pipeline safety inspection, security consulting and design and safety surveys and audits. Clients range from commercial building complexes to industrial and manufacturing facilities to U.S. port facilities.

"We are very excited to have the opportunity of merging with Universal Services of America, a company that has been in business as long as we have and has the same ethical approach to conducting business," said Chris Dempster, CEO of ISSC.

"It was very important to us to find a company with the same vision for their employees and customers to ensure that the combined company will continue the level of service ISSC employees and customers have grown to expect. I am pleased to say we have found such a company with Universal Services of America," continued Dempster.

Universal Protection Service—a division of Universal Services of America—is the 5th largest security company in the U.S. and the 3rd largest U.S. owned security organization. As the company moves ahead with its recent expansion, Universal looks forward to continuing to provide clients with the best security solutions, personalized customer service and exceptional value available.

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About Universal Services of America
Founded in 1965, Universal Services of America combines an innovative mix of tradition with cutting edge systems and technology to keep pace with the ever-evolving needs of today's business environments. Headquartered in Santa Ana, Calif., with offices located nationwide, Universal employs hands-on, highly experienced management teams and continuous training to deliver consistent, high quality security solutions. Universal is made up of four unique divisions: Universal Protection Service, which offers a wide range of security professionals for commercial properties of every type; Universal Building Maintenance, which specializes in green cleaning services for every kind of facility; Universal Security Systems, which provides full-service security systems; and Universal Fire/Life Safety Services, which offers all aspects of emergency preparation. (State licenses: 1003458, 14417, 1025514, 0600, 58361, 11-1376, A2000170). Visit us at: http://www.universalpro.com. Keep up with the latest news at: http://www.universal1965.com.

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