Johnson Controls acquires Malaysian BEMS business

USA: Johnson Controls has acquired EasyIO Building and Energy Management System (BEMS) product line, with its base in Malaysia and operations in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America.

Johnson Controls says the acquisition will create significant growth opportunities as it leverages the EasyIO products and team in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and APAC building automation markets, as well as the global HVAC and refrigeration markets.

“EasyIO provides a valuable addition to our already robust building automation system portfolio, which includes brands such as Metasys, Facility Explorer, Verasys and BCPro,” said James Burke, VP & GM BAS at Johnson Controls. 

EasyIO’s product line includes IP-based and network-ready controllers, HMI products, peripherals, gateways, and modems. The company serves the facility management market, including office buildings, utilities, industrial facilities, hotels, healthcare facilities, retail stores, residences and educational facilities.