ADT Acquires CLS Technology

ADT Commercial has announces that it has purchased premier fire, life safety and security provider and integrator, CLS Technology, Inc., based in Katy, TX.

The purchase of CLS Technology further deepens ADT Commercial’s capabilities to serve mid-market, national and large-scale commercial customers in the Houston, TX area. This marks the organization’s 24th acquisition. CLS Technology, Inc. has been a high-quality commercial integrator serving the metropolitan Houston area and surrounding communities for 15 years.

Located 30 miles west of Houston, CLS Technology’s experienced team specializes in installing, inspecting and maintaining fire alarm, video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, emergency notification systems, and intercom and sound reinforcement systems across a variety of commercial environments. The following quotes can be used for any media reports on the announcement.

“We’re extremely proud to welcome CLS Technology and add their wealth of expertise to the ADT Commercial organization. Joining forces with the CLS Technology team allows us to continue to deepen our fire and life safety capabilities and services across Houston and the state of Texas, and continue to effectively deliver on our promise for service excellence in the region,” said Dan Bresingham, executive vice president, ADT. “CLS Technology is extremely excited to be a part of the ADT Commercial family.

“For the past 15 years, CLS and our dedicated employees have established a reputation for excellence in both service and solutions, and we’re proud to join an organization who is similarly passionate about upholding these values. ADT Commercial’s national presence will allow us to more effectively respond to customers’ evolving needs and give our dedicated employees the ability to reach new heights,” said Shenille Engelhart-Skopik, president, CLS Technology.

This article originally appeared in the November / December 2020 issue of Security Today.

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