(Telecompaper) Subscriber experience specialist Procera Networks has been acquired by Francisco Partners Management for USD 240 million in cash. Under the terms of the definitive agreement, Francisco Partners will start a tender offer by 5 May to acquire all of Procera's outstanding shares for USD 11.50 per share in cash. Procera's board of directors has approved the transaction. Procera CEO James Brear said that deal will give it the resources and financial expertise needed to reach its next level of growth and to strengthen its competitive market position. Procera also announced preliminary results for the first quarter, saying it expects revenues at USD 19.5-20.5 million and a net operating loss. The company's full year guidance remains the same.