Quanex Building Products Closes on Acquisition of Tyman
Combination Creates a Comprehensive Solutions Provider to Building Products OEMs
Acquisition Enhances Scale, Global Reach and Product Offering
Quanex Building Products Corporation (“Quanex” or the “Company”) announced that it has closed on its acquisition of Tyman plc (“Tyman”), creating a comprehensive solutions provider in the building products industry.
“We are excited to welcome the Tyman team. This transaction accelerates our growth and value creation by delivering best-in-class building products solutions to OEMs in the building products industry,” said George Wilson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Quanex. “The acquisition of Tyman directly aligns with our ‘BIGGER’ strategy and, as a combined company, our scale and reach will enable us to build on our leading positions across an enhanced offering of differentiated engineered components. Our teams are focused on executing a smooth integration as we work to realize the operational and financial benefits of the transaction for the benefit of our employees, customers and stockholders.”
The transaction creates a larger, more diversified supplier of components to OEMs; strengthens brand leadership by adding Tyman’s highly recognizable brands with wide customer bases; and enhances the combined company’s financial profile by accelerating growth and increasing profitability through greater scale and stronger cash flow. The Company intends to complete approximately 50% of the integration within the first 12 months and expects the acquisition to be meaningfully accretive to earnings within the first full year after closing.
In connection with the acquisition, Quanex will grant a Board Observer right to Teleios Global Opportunities Master Fund (“Teleios”), formerly the largest shareholder of Tyman. Teleios committed to the all-share alternative in support of the transaction and the Quanex leadership team. Quanex is entitled to terminate the agreement with Teleios after the Company’s annual meeting of shareholders in 2026.
In connection with the completion of the transaction, trading in Tyman’s common stock on the London Stock Exchange was suspended at 7:30 a.m. today (London time) and will be cancelled with effect at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow (London time).
Advisors
UBS Investment Bank served as sole financial advisor to Quanex. Foley & Lardner LLP and Travers Smith LLP served as legal advisors to Quanex.
About Quanex
Quanex is a global manufacturer with core capabilities and broad applications across various end markets. The Company currently collaborates and partners with leading OEMs to provide innovative solutions in the window, door, vinyl fencing, solar, refrigeration and cabinetry markets. Looking ahead, Quanex plans to leverage its material science expertise and process engineering to expand into adjacent markets.
About Tyman
Tyman is a leading international supplier of engineered fenestration components and access solutions to the construction industry. The Group designs and manufactures products that enhance the comfort, sustainability, security, safety, and aesthetics of residential homes and commercial buildings. Tyman’s portfolio of leading brands serves their markets through three regional divisions (North America, UK, Ireland, and Europe) and covers all aspects of the hardware and sealing solutions required for doors and windows, and a full suite of solutions for roof, wall and floor access in residential and commercial buildings.
Contact:
Scott Zuehlke – Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer – scott.zuehlke@quanex.com – (713) 877-5327
Source: Quanex Building Products Corporation