A History of Innovation and Excellence
ArchKey Solutions has over 100 years of providing innovation, performance, and reliability to our customers. What began in the 1920s has evolved into one of the nation’s largest electrical and technology contractors, built on a foundation of integrity, ingenuity, and service.
For a century, our people have powered progress by building essential systems, advancing technology, and strengthening communities. That same drive will continue to define us in the years ahead as we deliver the Power of Scale to help customers operate smarter, safer, and more efficiently across the country.
The Milestones That Built ArchKey Solutions
1920
Diefenderfer Electric founded
Diefenderfer is founded, delivering value to installation, facilities services and program management projects throughout Allentown, PA and its surrounding areas over the last 100 years.
1925
Sachs Electric founded
Sachs Electric is founded, laying the groundwork for a legacy of craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity that would set the standard for generations to come.
1927
Parsons Electric established
Parsons Electric begins operations, building a reputation for quality, reliability, and service that strengthens the foundation of what would become ArchKey Solutions.
1948
Bruce & Merrilees Electric founded
Bruce & Merrilees is founded with the goal of providing professional project management and service for a wide range of electrical projects.
1966
Mona Electric founded
The Mona family launches Mona Electric, growing a business rooted in hard work, trust, and a commitment to serving customers and communities with excellence.
1970
Sprig Electric established
Pepper Snyder founds Sprig Electric, expanding capabilities across the western United States and advancing innovation in electrical and technology system delivery.
2001
Sachs, Parsons, Mona, and Sprig Electric are named among the nation’s Top 50 electrical contractors
Sachs, Parsons, Mona, and Sprig Electric are all named among the nation’s Top 50 Electrical Contractors, marking a shared commitment to quality, safety, and innovation.
2017
ArchKey Solutions Formed
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2017
Sachs Electric joins ArchKey
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2018
Parsons Electric joins ArchKey
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2019
Sprig Electric joins ArchKey
Sprig Electric joins the ArchKey platform, strengthening operations on the West Coast and adding advanced technology and prefabrication expertise.
2020
Mona Electric joins ArchKey
Mona Electric becomes part of ArchKey, expanding service coverage throughout the East Coast and reinforcing the company’s national presence.
2021
ArchKey Is recognized among the top ten electrical and technology contractors in the nation
ArchKey is recognized among the top ten electrical and technology contractors in the nation, a milestone achieved through collaboration, innovation, and performance.
2022
Launch of ProKey Facilities
ArchKey introduces ProKey, an integrated facility services program designed to strengthen consistency, enhance responsiveness, and provide customers with scalable maintenance solutions.
2023
Total Electric joins ArchKey
The addition of Total Electric broadens ArchKey’s capacity, further enhancing its electrical, technology, and specialty systems expertise across multiple industries and regions.
2024
ArchKey ranks as the ninth-largest electrical and technologies contractor in the U.S., surpasses $1.5 billion in annual revenue
ArchKey ranks as the ninth-largest electrical and technologies contractor in the United States and surpasses $1.5 billion in annual revenue, marking its strongest year to date.
2025
ArchKey celebrates its 100th anniversary
ArchKey celebrates its 100th anniversary and welcomes Bruce & Merrilees Electric and Orlando Diefenderfer Electrical Contractors, strengthening our nationwide reach.
2025
Diefenderfer joins ArchKey
Diefenderfer becomes an integral part of the ArchKey team, expanding ArchKey’s regional footprint, while providing scale for the national installation and services businesses.
2025
Bruce & Merrilees joins ArchKey
The additional of Bruce & Merrilees expands ArchKey’s geographic reach and building capacity to grow with national installation and MRO services customers.
2026+
ArchKey looks forward to investing in people, technology, and sustainability to shape the next century of growth
ArchKey is investing in people, technology, and sustainability to shape the next century of growth. Our focus remains clear: building smarter, safer, and more connected communities.
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