Federal Signal (NYSE: FSS) closes Mega Corp specialty vehicle acquisition

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Federal Signal Corporation has completed its previously announced acquisition of Mega Corp., a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment used in global metal extraction and construction markets. The transaction closed on January 16, 2026, under the terms of an existing Equity Purchase Agreement.

This move brings Mega Corp.’s specialized product lines and market exposure under Federal Signal’s umbrella, potentially expanding its presence in heavy industrial and construction end markets. The company also issued a press release about the closing, which is attached as an exhibit to the report.

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Federal Signal closes Mega Corp deal, adding specialty vehicles and equipment.

Federal Signal Corporation has now closed its acquisition of Mega Corp., a manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment used in global metal extraction and construction markets. This shifts the deal from a planned transaction to a completed one under the previously signed Equity Purchase Agreement.

Bringing Mega Corp. inside the group adds products tailored to mining and construction applications, which can deepen Federal Signal’s exposure to those end markets. The description of Mega Corp. as a “leading” manufacturer suggests an established competitive position in its niches, which may complement Federal Signal’s existing portfolio.

While specific deal terms and financial metrics are not included in this report, completion of the transaction means integration can begin, and future company filings and disclosures can provide more detail on revenue contribution, margins, and any one-time integration costs tied to the closing on January 16, 2026.

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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): January 16, 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

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.o   

Item 8.01    Other Events.

As previously reported in the Current Report on Form 8-K filed on December 18, 2025, Federal Signal Corporation (the “Company”) entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement (the “Agreement”) to acquire all of the outstanding equity interests of Mega Corp., a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment for use in global metal extraction and construction markets (the “Acquisition”). On January 16, 2026, the Company completed the Acquisition pursuant to the terms of the Agreement.

A copy of the related press release 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 January 16, 2026
			104			Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

 SIGNATURE

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: January 16, 2026			By:			/s/ Ian A. Hudson
						Ian A. Hudson, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What major event did Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) report?

Federal Signal Corporation reported that it completed the acquisition of Mega Corp. on January 16, 2026 under an existing Equity Purchase Agreement.

Who is Mega Corp. in the Federal Signal (FSS) acquisition?

Mega Corp. is described as a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment used in global metal extraction and construction markets.

When did Federal Signal close its acquisition of Mega Corp.?

Federal Signal closed the acquisition of Mega Corp. on January 16, 2026 pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement.

What type of SEC filing did Federal Signal use to disclose the Mega Corp. deal closing?

Federal Signal used a Form 8-K current report, under the Other Events item, to disclose completion of the Mega Corp. acquisition.

Does the Federal Signal (FSS) report include a press release about the Mega Corp. acquisition?

Yes. A related press release dated January 16, 2026 is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference in the report.

Are financial terms of the Federal Signal–Mega Corp. acquisition disclosed here?

The report confirms completion of the acquisition but does not provide specific financial terms or consideration details in the excerpt provided.