M&A Deal Summary

Brady Acquires Code

On June 17, 2021, Brady acquired technology hardware company Code for 173M USD

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Brady’s 1st transaction in the Technology Hardware sector.
  • This is Brady’s 3rd largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Brady’s 19th transaction in the United States.
  • This is Brady’s 1st transaction in Utah.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2021-06-17
Target Code
Sector Technology Hardware
Buyer(s) Brady
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 173M USD

Target

Code

Murray, Utah, United States
Code specializes in high-quality barcode scanners and the associated software to power track-and-trace applications. Code offers barcode scanners designed for industrial track-and-trace applications. Code is based in Murray, Utah.

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Buyer

Brady

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Category Company
Founded 1914
Sector Safety/Security
Employees5,600
Revenue 1.3B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION
Entrance to Brady's corporate headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Entrance to Brady's corporate headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Brady is a global manufacturer and supplier of identification solutions and workplace safety products that identify and protect premises, products and people. Brady was founded in 1914 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 41 of 42
Sector (Technology Hardware) 1 of 2
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 41 of 42
State (Utah) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 19 of 19
Year (2021) 2 of 2
Size (of disclosed) 3 of 5
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-05-21 Magicard

Dorset, United Kingdom

Magicard is specializes in identification card printers with high-resolution, full-color image capabilities, built-in card security features and the ability to encode smart cards. Magicard was founded in 1992 and is based in Dorset, United Kingdom.

Buy £42M
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-03-15 Gravotech Holding

Rillieux-la-Pape, France

Gravotech Holding design, manufacture and distribution of innovative solutions for specialized engraving, marking and cutting, offering laser, mechanical engraving, scribing and dot peen capabilities. It manufactures machines and consumables and develops CAD software, and has an international presence in the U.S., Latin America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Gravotech was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Lyon, France.

Buy €123M
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