Assa Abloy aims to unlock US entrance automation market
SECURITY products group Assa Abloy has acquired the US company 4Front for an undisclosed amount.
The firm, whose UK base is in Willenhall, sees the move as “yet another strategic entry to the important North American market in entrance automation”.
4Front offers a product range around docking systems as well as a large variety of accessories.
Johan Molin, president and CEO of Assa Abloy, said: “I welcome this addition that further reinforces the Assa Abloy group’s leadership in entrance automation.
“The acquisition of 4Front is a great addition to our growing portfolio of docking systems and adds also strongly to our position in the indirect channel of entrance automation products.”
4Front was founded in 1953 and is based in Carrollton, Texas with operations in the US, Canada, Mexico and India. The company has 750 employees.
Its sales for 2012 are expected to reach $165m.
