KENDELL Acquires Watson Security Group
January 15, 2021
KENDELL, a Keystone Capital portfolio company and leader in commercial door and door hardware distribution, has acquired Watson Security Group, a Seattle-based provider of electronic access control integration and mechanical security services. The add-on expands KENDELL's aftermarket service capabilities, strengthens its Pacific Northwest footprint, and enables the platform to offer more full-lifecycle door opening and security solutions to commercial clients.
- Buyers
- KENDELL, Keystone Capital
- Targets
- Watson Security Group
- Platforms
- KENDELL
- Industry
- Building Products
- Location
- Washington, United States
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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