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UAP Group Limited (UAP), the Manchester-based door hardware specialist, has been acquired by global security provider Allegion.
UAP holds nearly 200 patents, trademarks, and registered designs, including for its Armasmart range, the industry’s first door hardware range to eliminate 99.98% of viruses, including COVID-19.
Following the acquisition, UAP will report into the Allegion International segment. This will strengthen Allegion’s presence in the region and complement its UK’s non-residential portfolio, while expanding its breadth of solutions to the companies’ combined customers. David Jennings, CEO of UAP, will join Allegion to facilitate a smooth transition and support accelerated growth for the combined organisations.
“This is a natural extension of Allegion’s core mechanical portfolio with highly specifiable products that will leverage our existing solutions offerings and capabilities,” said Tim Eckersley, Allegion senior vice president and president of Allegion International. “Through our go-to-market alignment, complementary channels and sales expertise, we’ll fuel additional growth for both UAP and Allegion.”
