AFP Fire & Security

Approved Fire Protection Company was set up in 1929 by a local fire fighter who recharged and serviced fire extinguishers out of his basement. This was a highly successful tiny business - adding extra income for him and other family members as well. The business really took off in the 40's and 50's when Jon Thompson became involved. Jon, a son-in-law of the owner and an entrepreneur, operated a couple of other businesses before taking over at Approved Fire. In the 40's, Jon added engineered fire suppression systems to the foray of other products and services Approved Fire provided at the time.