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| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Locks, Home Security, Burglar Alarms, Door Viewers, Window Locks, Padlocks, Keys, Cylinders, Electro Mechanical Security, Access Control Systems |
| Founded | 1973 |
| Headquarters | , |
| Products | WatchLock, AS Cylinder Lock, ENTR, SMARTair Genesis, CLIQ |
| Parent | Assa Abloy |
Mul-T-Lock is an Israeli company that develops padlocks, combination locks and related security products. it was founded in 1973 by Moshe Dolev and Avraham Bahry [1] it is a subsidiary of Assa Abloy.
Mul-T-Lock was established in 1973 and gained popularity for its invention of the four-way lock. In 1976, Its innovative lock design garnered global recognition when marketing efforts expanded internationally in 1976. As the company experienced rapid growth, it expanded its manufacturing facilities. [2]
By 1982, Mul-T-Lock had significantly diversified its product line to include a wide range of high-security cylinders, locks, and applications. In 1987, Mul-T-Lock established its first sales division in the United States, and in 2000, ownership transferred to Assa Abloy [3]
Mul-T-Lock expanded its global presence under ownership of under Assa Abloy; establishing sales units in Europe and entering the APAC market. The company broadened its operations by manufacturing automatic key-cutting and assembly machines for its customers.
Mul-T-Lock remains a subsidiary of the Assa Abloy Group
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