Acquisition adds communications, security, and integration expertise while expanding ArchKey’s national technology services offering

ST. LOUIS and CLEVELAND, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ArchKey, a scaled, national electrical and technology systems provider, today announced the acquisition of US Communications & Electric, a Cleveland-based technology integration firm specializing in audio-visual systems, distributed antenna systems (DAS), network infrastructure, security solutions and connected building technologies.

Founded in 1996, US Communications & Electric employs more than 130 professionals and has completed more than 10,000 projects serving customers nationwide across key end markets including data centers, healthcare, education, government, financial services, and industrial.

The acquisition expands ArchKey’s technology solutions offerings and strengthens its scalable national platform for delivering integrated electrical and technology solutions across North America.

“US Communications & Electric is a strategic fit for ArchKey and an important addition to our technology solutions business,” said Steve Stone, Chief Executive Officer of ArchKey. “The company has built a strong reputation for technical expertise, customer service, and delivering complex projects. By bringing them into our organization, we strengthen our ability to serve customers nationally with differentiated solutions anywhere they have a critical need.”

As a leading national electrical and technology services provider, ArchKey designs, manufactures, installs and maintains critical infrastructure across North America. The addition of US Communications strengthens its technology expertise and adds scale to its national platform.

“Our success is built on trusted relationships, technical excellence, and great people,” said Patricia Connole, Founder and CEO of US Communications & Electric. “As we looked at the future of the business, it was important to find a partner who shared our values and commitment to our customers. ArchKey is that partner, and we’re confident this will create new opportunities for our team while building on the foundation we’ve established over nearly three decades.”

“This was the right decision for our customers and our people,” continues James Connole, President and COO of US Communications & Electric. “Joining ArchKey gives us the platform to expand what we can offer our customers while continuing to grow our team. We’re excited to help expand ArchKey’s technology presence in the Eastern Region and be part of what is ahead.”

“Beyond the strategic fit, our cultures align exceptionally well,” Stone added. “Pat and Jim have built a wonderful people-focused organization, and we are honored to welcome them to ArchKey.”

About ArchKey

ArchKey is a leading national provider of electrical, technology, and specialized infrastructure services. The company designs, manufactures, installs, and maintains critical systems across North America. It serves customers nationally across all end markets, notably industrial, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, utility, and data centers. ArchKey is a purpose-built platform focused on solving problems for customers wherever they have a critical need.

About US Communications & Electric

US Communications & Electric is a Cleveland-based technology integration company specializing in audio-visual systems, distributed antenna systems (DAS), structured cabling, security, IoT, and network infrastructure solutions. Founded in 1996, the company serves customers nationwide across data centers, healthcare, education, government, financial, and industrial markets.

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