Barrier1

Barrier1, headquartered in Greensboro, NC is a leading designer, manufacturer, installer, and servicer of proprietary vehicle barrier systems and security solutions to high profile government and commercial clients. Barrier1 offers a robust product portfolio of bollards, nets, barriers, beams, and detection systems that provide perimeter security, physical protection, and anti-terrorism solutions.

Valesco is supporting a control recapitalization, partnering with the founder and management to optimize the team and systems in the operations, marketing & sales, accounting and reporting functions of Barrier1. Barrier1 Systems is a great example of relationship, partnership and creativity to find the best possible outcome for the business, the founding shareholder and Valesco.

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  1. “When I began working with Valesco I expected the stereotypical private equity group, but working with Valesco has been anything but typical.  Their approach and perspective have allowed us to work together as true partners to profitably grow the business.  I appreciate their approach and collaboration.”

    Mark Borto, CEO – Barrier1 Systems