Edge computing firm Scale Computing has been acquired by another Edge-focused company.

Edge and network firm Acumera this week announced the acquisition of Scale Computing, which provides on-premises Edge computing hardware and software/virtualization solutions as well as remote management tools.

Terms of the deal were not shared. Acumera said the deal strengthens its position as a “market leader” in delivering integrated, scalable Edge platforms for enterprises operating across distributed locations.

Going forward, the combined company will be rebranded as Scale Computing.

The new company brings together Acumera’s AcuVigil platform with Scale’s hardware and virtualization offerings. The companies said the “new Scale Computing” will enable organizations to better deploy and manage AI workloads at the Edge.

“We believe Acumera and Scale Computing customers and partners will benefit from having the ability to leverage both the Scale Computing Platform and the Acumera SaaS solutions for Edge computing, secure Edge networking, managed network services, and PCI compliance for multi-site businesses,” said Bill Morrow, CEO of the newly combined Scale Computing. “The newly combined company’s technology offerings are a significant step forward in our vision to empower organizations of all sizes with intelligent, AI-ready Edge infrastructure that reduces complexity while enhancing performance and resilience. We are enthusiastic about this opportunity, and together we will redefine what’s possible at the Edge.”

Jeff Ready, Scale Computing’s former CEO and co-founder, added: “Joining forces with Acumera marks an exciting new chapter for Scale Computing, our customers, our partners, and our team. The new Scale Computing will bring even more innovative and powerful solutions to our partners and customers.”

Ready will be president and chief marketing officer (CMO) of the new combined company.

Founded in 2002, Acumera secured investment from Oaktree Capital last year. The company acquired both Edge computing firm Reliant and Netsurion’s Secure Edge Networking business in 2022.

Founded in 2007, Scale had previously raised more than $200 million across 11 funding rounds; past investors included Morgan Stanley, Elevate Ventures, Runways Growth Capital, Lenovo, ABS Capital Partners, and others.

Nicholas Basso, managing director for Oaktree’s Global Opportunities strategy, said: “We’re thrilled to see two innovators in edge computing coming together through Acumera’s acquisition of Scale Computing. This acquisition creates unmatched potential for the integrated team to deliver smarter, faster, and more efficient solutions at the edge, right where businesses need them most.”

TD Securities served as exclusive financial advisor, and Dubois Bryant & Campbell served as legal counsel to Acumera. Guggenheim Securities served as exclusive financial advisor, and Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati served as legal counsel to Scale Computing.