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17th April 2024 Issue no. 701

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Key appointment for Allegion puts focus on door solutions

Allegion (formerly known as Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies) has confirmed the appointment of David Payne as Area Sales Manager for Door Solutions, in a move which highlights the growing importance of bespoke specifications for a variety of door set arrangements.

With more than ten years' experience within architectural ironmongery, access control and door automation, David, aged 29 from Bridgend, joins Allegion as an active member of Allegion's growing sales team. He will fulfil a remote working role throughout South Wales and the South West of England.

With a portfolio spanning Allegion's automatic and steel doors, and its service divisions, David's remit is to work closely alongside a range of clients including architects, key consultants, and end users on specification development and project tracking. His will also focus on developing close links with key vertical markets such as Education, Health, and Local Authorities.

Colin Campbell, Commercial Leader for Door Solutions at Allegion, commented on the new appointment: "David's appointment highlights Allegion's drive to strengthen our sales revenue in recognition of the potential market growth within the automatic and steel door revenue streams, and providing more robust specification and a dedicated point of contact is crucial for this".

"Through his highly relevant sector experience, David will provide first class account management for our existing customer base, while also building relationships with new contacts aligned to Allegion's overall strategic direction."

David added: "Having climbed the career ladder from working on a trade counter, through to moving into project management and eventually sales, I am looking forward to bringing my extensive product knowledge and customer focus to my new role at Allegion.

"I was thrilled to have the opportunity to work for such a reputable firm that has a range of prestigious brands and places great emphasis on specification and key account management, and I hope to play an active role in the future growth of Allegion's door solutions business."

For more information on Allegion's door solutions portfolio, please go to www.allegion.co.uk

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