Federal Signal (NYSE: FSS) expands board, appoints Maue and Vaillancourt

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Federal Signal Corporation expanded its board of directors from seven to nine members and appointed Richard A. Maue and Eric A. Vaillancourt as new directors, effective February 26, 2026.

Maue, currently CFO of Crane Company, will also serve on the Audit Committee and is eligible for an annual base retainer of $90,000, an Audit Committee retainer of $9,000, and an annual equity award of $145,000, with 50% of retainers paid in stock until he meets director stock ownership guidelines. Vaillancourt, President and CEO of Enpro Inc., will serve on the Compensation and Benefits Committee and is eligible for a $90,000 base retainer, a $6,000 committee retainer, and a $145,000 annual equity award on similar terms.

The company states that neither new director was appointed pursuant to any arrangement with another person and that there are no related-party transactions requiring disclosure.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 26, 2026

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Federal Signal Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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Delaware

001-6003

36-1063330

(State or other jurisdiction  of incorporation)

(Commission File  Number)

(IRS Employer  Identification No.)

1333 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, Illinois

(Address of principal executive offices)

60515

(Zip Code)

(630) 954-2000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share			FSS			New York Stock Exchange

 

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Item 5.02    Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers;

Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

(d) On February 26, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Federal Signal Corporation (the “Company”) increased its size from seven to nine directors and, following the recommendation of the Governance and Sustainability Committee of the Board, appointed Richard A. Maue and Eric A. Vaillancourt to the Board.

Mr. Maue will serve as a member of the Audit Committee of the Board (the “Audit Committee”). As compensation for his service as a director, Mr. Maue will be eligible to receive the Company's standard annual compensation for service on the Board and its applicable committees as in effect from time to time (the "Standard Director Compensation"). Under the Standard Director Compensation currently in effect, he will be eligible to receive an annual base retainer of $90,000 and an annual committee retainer of $9,000 for membership on the Audit Committee, both of which will be paid quarterly and pro-rated for 2026 based upon the effective date of his appointment. Until Mr. Maue meets the Company’s stock ownership requirements for directors, 50% of his annual retainers will be paid in the form of shares of our common stock. In addition, Mr. Maue will be eligible to receive an annual equity award of $145,000, beginning in 2026.

Since January 2013, Mr. Maue has served as the Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) of Crane Company (“Crane”) (NYSE: CR), a leading manufacturer of highly engineered components for challenging, mission-critical applications focused on the aerospace, defense, space and process industry end markets.

Mr. Maue joined Crane as Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer in August 2007. He served in that capacity until May 2010, when he became Co-CFO and in 2013 was promoted to Vice President, Finance and CFO, assuming full responsibility for all finance functions at Crane. In January 2019, Mr. Maue was promoted to Senior Vice President, and in March 2019, he also assumed segment leadership responsibility for Crane’s Aerospace and Electronics business until February 2023, at which time Mr. Maue was promoted to Executive Vice President.

Prior to joining Crane, Mr. Maue worked at Paxar Corporation as Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer and at Protiviti, Inc. as a Director in their Internal Audit Practice. Mr. Maue started his career in the audit and business advisory practice at Arthur Andersen.

Mr. Maue graduated from Villanova University with a Bachelor of Science in accounting and is a certified public accountant.

Mr. Vaillancourt will serve as a member of the Compensation and Benefits Committee of the Board (the “Compensation and Benefits Committee”). As compensation for his service as a director, Mr. Vaillancourt will be eligible to receive the Standard Director Compensation. Under the Standard Director Compensation currently in effect, he will be eligible to receive an annual base retainer of $90,000 and an annual committee retainer of $6,000 for membership on the Compensation and Benefits Committee, both of which will be paid quarterly and pro-rated for 2026 based upon the effective date of his appointment. Until Mr. Vaillancourt meets the Company’s stock ownership requirements for directors, 50% of his annual retainers will be paid in the form of shares of our common stock. In addition, Mr. Vaillancourt will be eligible to receive an annual equity award of $145,000, beginning in 2026.

Since November 28, 2021, Mr. Vaillancourt has served as President and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of Enpro Inc. (“Enpro”) (NYSE: NPO), a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics, and life sciences.

Prior to his appointment as Enpro’s President and CEO, Mr. Vaillancourt served as its Interim President and CEO beginning in August 2021. Before assuming the interim role, Mr. Vaillancourt was President of Enpro’s Sealing Technologies segment starting in August 2020. Earlier, Mr. Vaillancourt served as President, STEMCO division beginning in July 2018, and as President of the Garlock division starting in November 2014. Since joining Enpro in 2009, Mr. Vaillancourt has also held roles including President, Garlock Sealing Products and Vice President of Sales and Marketing of the Garlock division.

Prior to joining Enpro, Mr. Vaillancourt held positions of increasing responsibility with Bluelinx Corporation, culminating in his position as Regional Vice President North-Sales and Distribution.

Mr. Vaillancourt received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Empire State College and completed the Harvard Advanced Management Program in 2014.

Neither Mr. Maue nor Mr. Vaillancourt is party to any arrangement or understanding with any person pursuant to which he was appointed as a director, nor is either Mr. Maue or Mr. Vaillancourt party to any transaction requiring disclosure pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

A copy of the related press release announcing Mr. Maue’s and Mr. Vaillancourt’s appointments is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)			Exhibits
			99.1			Federal Signal Corporation Press Release, dated February 26, 2026
			104			Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

 SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION
Dated: February 26, 2026			By:			/s/ Ian A. Hudson
						Ian A. Hudson, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Federal Signal Corporation Appoints Two New Directors DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, February 26, 2026 — The Board of Directors of Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) (“Federal Signal” or the “Company”), a leader in environmental and safety solutions, today announced the appointments of Richard (“Rich”) A. Maue and Eric A. Vaillancourt to the Company’s board of directors, effective immediately. “We are delighted to announce the appointments of Rich and Eric to our board of directors,” said Brenda L. Reichelderfer, Chair of the board of Federal Signal. “Rich’s vast experience as a senior finance leader in a global industrial organization, currently as the Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), positions him to provide immediate, valued insight to our board. In his current role as the Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of a market-leading company, Eric has significant expertise in operations, strategic planning, marketing and business development. His breadth of experience will make him a valuable addition to our board.” Since January 2013, Mr. Maue has served as the CFO of Crane Company (“Crane”) (NYSE: CR), a leading manufacturer of highly engineered components for challenging, mission-critical applications focused on the aerospace, defense, space and process industry end markets. Mr. Maue joined Crane as Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer in August 2007. He served in that capacity until May 2010, when he became Co-CFO and in 2013 was promoted to Vice President, Finance and CFO, assuming full responsibility for all finance functions at Crane. In January 2019, Mr. Maue was promoted to Senior Vice President, and in March 2019, he also assumed segment leadership responsibility for Crane’s Aerospace and Electronics business until February 2023, at which time Mr. Maue was promoted to Executive Vice President. Prior to joining Crane, Mr. Maue worked at Paxar Corporation as Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer and at Protiviti, Inc. as a Director in their Internal Audit Practice. Mr. Maue started his career in the audit and business advisory practice at Arthur Andersen. Mr. Maue graduated from Villanova University with a Bachelor of Science in accounting and is a certified public accountant. Since November 2021, Mr. Vaillancourt has served as President and CEO of Enpro Inc. (“Enpro”) (NYSE: NPO), a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end- markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics, and life sciences.

Prior to his appointment as Enpro’s President and CEO, Mr. Vaillancourt served as its Interim President and CEO beginning in August 2021. Before assuming the interim role, Mr. Vaillancourt was President of Enpro’s Sealing Technologies segment starting in August 2020. Earlier, Mr. Vaillancourt served as President, STEMCO division beginning in July 2018, and as President of the Garlock division starting in November 2014. Since joining Enpro in 2009, Mr. Vaillancourt has also held roles including President, Garlock Sealing Products and Vice President of Sales and Marketing of the Garlock division. Prior to joining Enpro, Mr. Vaillancourt held positions of increasing responsibility with Bluelinx Corporation, culminating in his position as Regional Vice President North-Sales and Distribution. Mr. Vaillancourt received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Empire State College and completed the Harvard Advanced Management Program in 2014. About Federal Signal Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and supplier of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Ill., with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com. Contact: Ian Hudson, Chief Financial Officer, +1-630-954-2000, ihudson@federalsignal.com

FAQ

What board changes did Federal Signal (FSS) announce on February 26, 2026?

Federal Signal expanded its board from seven to nine members and appointed Richard A. Maue and Eric A. Vaillancourt as new directors, effective immediately. Both will also serve on key committees, adding senior finance and industrial leadership experience to the board.

What compensation will new director Richard A. Maue receive at Federal Signal (FSS)?

Richard A. Maue is eligible for a $90,000 annual base retainer, a $9,000 Audit Committee retainer, and a $145,000 annual equity award. Until he meets stock ownership requirements, 50% of his retainers will be paid in Federal Signal common stock, with 2026 amounts pro-rated.

What compensation will new director Eric A. Vaillancourt receive at Federal Signal (FSS)?

Eric A. Vaillancourt is eligible for a $90,000 annual base retainer, a $6,000 Compensation and Benefits Committee retainer, and a $145,000 annual equity award. Half of his retainers will be paid in common stock until he satisfies the company’s director stock ownership guidelines.

What is the professional background of new Federal Signal (FSS) director Richard A. Maue?

Richard A. Maue is the CFO of Crane Company, with prior roles including Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer. He has extensive finance and audit experience across industrial businesses and began his career at Arthur Andersen. He is a certified public accountant and Villanova graduate.

What experience does new Federal Signal (FSS) director Eric A. Vaillancourt bring?

Eric A. Vaillancourt is President and CEO of Enpro Inc., with prior leadership roles across Enpro’s divisions, including sealing technologies and industrial products. His background spans operations, strategic planning, and marketing in multiple industrial end markets, supported by business management education and executive training.

Are there any related-party transactions involving Federal Signal’s new directors?

The company states that neither Richard A. Maue nor Eric A. Vaillancourt is party to any arrangement under which he was appointed, and that there are no transactions requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K, indicating no reportable related-party dealings tied to their appointments.

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