Convergint has announced that it has acquired Esscoe, a provider of mission-critical security and fire and life safety systems in the Chicago and Midwest regions.

According to the organization, Esscoe is a local market leader, offering exceptional design and engineering capabilities and fully integrated, tech-enabled security solutions.

The acquisition will enable the company to accelerate its growth across the Midwestern US and adds more than 80 local colleagues.

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois, Esscoe provides customers with essential security, life safety and mass notification systems.

“Esscoe’s deep technological expertise and innovative approach align perfectly with our strategic growth plans,” said Ann Fandozzi, CEO of Convergint.

“Their commitment to market-leading service has earned them a loyal, extensive customer base across this critical region.

“Their mission resonates strongly with Convergint’s own values and beliefs and dedication to being our customers’ best service provider.”

“A commitment to innovation”

“For nearly two decades, Mike Cook, Todd Keppy and I have led Esscoe with a commitment to innovation and customer success,” said Scott Bartmess, Principal, Esscoe.

“By joining Convergint, the Esscoe team is elevating our capacity to support customer growth locally, nationally and globally.”