Becklar acquires Texas firm

Becklar, the Ogden-based parent company of safety monitoring and alarm brands AvantGuard, Armstrongs and Freeus, has acquired Eyeforce Remote Guarding, a provider of video surveillance, remote monitoring and security management for sectors including construction and healthcare. Eyeforce is based in Tyler, Texas.

Eyeforce combines video surveillance, AI/machine learning analytics and live audio operator response intervention to protect commercial property, enhance safety, prevent crime and reduce theft and loss. “Combining these services with Becklar’s enterprise monitoring, personal health and safety and workforce safety solutions results in the{mprestriction ids="1,3"} market’s broadest and most innovative portfolio of connected safety offerings across North America,” Becklar said in a release.

“At Becklar, we are passionate about saving lives and protecting property. We are thrilled to bring the unique and innovative remote guarding solutions provided by Eyeforce to our family of brands,” said Steve Richards, CEO of Becklar. “With this addition, Becklar’s portfolio of connected safety services is unmatched in scope or scale, providing the next level of enhanced security for dealers, partners and customers.”

“Eyeforce is proud to join the team at Becklar. We share the same drive for high-quality solutions, innovation and care for our dealers,” said Daniel Forrest, CEO of Eyeforce. “This combination allows Eyeforce to innovate in technology and processes quickly and exponentially, to further enhance our standing as the leader in remote guarding across the U.S. and Canada.”

Justin Bailey, president of Becklar Enterprise Monitoring, said, “The advanced video and remote guarding services provided by Eyeforce provides yet another growth opportunity and revenue stream for our dealers. These services provide cost savings and superior protection for commercial customers in North America.”{/mprestriction}