SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — (BUSINESS WIRE) — July 23, 2024 — QEI, LLC. (“QEI”) is proud to announce the acquisition of Energy Computer Systems (“ECS”) owned by Grupo Amper, a strategic move to enhance our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) capabilities and position in the North American Electric Utility market.

As the only 100 percent owned and operated American supplier of this technology, this acquisition enables QEI to deliver a full turnkey solution. With Substation & Feeder Automation Hardware, Control Center SCADA & ADMS Software, along with a fully staffed Customer Service Dept., QEI is designed to meet the evolving demands of the Electric Utility, Transit, and Industrial automation markets. With QEI's robust solutions, we aim to deliver unparalleled efficiency and reliability to our customers.

Key benefits of the ECS acquisition:

• Fully Integrated Solutions: Combining QEI's and ECS's software into a cohesive system ensures seamless operations and support, offering customers a one-stop solution for their technology needs.

• Customer-Centric Solutions: Acquiring ECS's innovative software equips QEI with the ability to directly tackle specific client challenges and pain points. Our enhanced software offerings now include the market's fastest Outage Management System (OMS) and Distribution Management System (DMS), alongside a plug-and-play Geographic Information System (GIS) designed for rapid deployment. These tools are engineered to optimize utility operations and enable faster, more efficient service rollouts.

• Meeting Market Demands: Our expanded capabilities will support the increasing demands for digital transformation within the transportation sector, sustainability initiatives, smart grid developments, and improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

• Commitment to Innovation: This acquisition underscores QEI's dedication to innovation and excellence, ensuring that we continue to provide state-of-the-art solutions that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability for our clients.

Erik VanLaningham, Chairman of the Board declared, “QEI is thrilled to officially announce this acquisition, which brings advanced software technology and enables a turnkey offering that delivers critical capabilities to our customers. Innovation is our foundation, and we are excited to deliver this robust software package to the industry.”

Also, Normand Lavoie, CEO & President stated, “This acquisition marks a significant growth milestone in the USA and on the international stage. QEI's hardware and software, proudly made in the USA, are designed for durability and exceptional performance, while paired with our extraordinary service. Our employees are very proud and excited about supporting our customer base as their needs expand, while growing the customer base hand-in-hand with our outstanding service track record.”

Juan Esteban Hoyos Pareja, General Manager of ECS concluded, “We are delighted to announce that ECS is now a proud member of the QEI family. This acquisition marks a milestone moment, not just for our teams, but for the entire utility technology landscape in the United States. The relentless dedication and innovative spirit of our ECS team have propelled us to the forefront of utility solutions. Now, with QEI's formidable reach and resources, we are poised to redefine industry standards and enhance how utilities operate across the nation.”

To find out more about QEI’s acquisition of ECS, please visit: www.qeiinc.com

About QEI:

QEI offers automation products in the Electric Utility and Transit Power markets that include: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software solutions, distribution management systems and related services to its customers. QEI plays a critical role in its customer’s electrical management systems improving productivity, reducing costs and ensuring safe and efficient operations. QEI helps monitor and control power across various parts of its customer’s systems to allow for efficient management and troubleshooting from a central point. For more information, please visit https://www.qeiinc.com/.

About ECS:

Energy Computer Systems (ECS) is a recognized leader in advanced software solutions for the South and Central American utility markets. ECS's suite of products includes state-of-the-art management tools that enhance the performance and reliability of utility operations.

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