Cook & Boardman Acquires to Expand Mid-Atlantic Market Presence

The Cook & Boardman Group, a specialty distributor of commercial entry solutions and systems integration services, has acquired Bunting Door & Hardware Co. of Elkridge, Md., for undisclosed terms. The transaction includes Bunting's LokTek division, a provider of commercial locksmith, door repair and door control installation and services.

Founded in 1983, Bunting Door & Hardware is said to be one of the largest distributors of hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, architectural hardware, specialty doors and bath accessories in the Mid-Atlantic region, servicing commercial construction companies and institutional clients.

Bunting's services include estimating and project management for commercial and multitenant construction projects and specification advice for architects and owners. Bunting and Loktek serve Maryland (including Washington D.C.) and Virginia.

“Bunting is one of the most respected CDH (commercial door and hardware) companies in the Mid-Atlantic region, and we are delighted to have them join the Cook & Boardman family of companies. Their team provides a wide range of products and services that will complement our existing offerings in the market and strengthen our leading position all along the east coast,” said David Eisner, CEO of Cook & Boardman.

“Bunting has a 40-year history of fostering great relationships with all its stakeholders. Cook & Boardman will allow us to continue building that legacy while providing our employees with further growth opportunities. We are excited to join the Cook & Boardman team as they transform the industry,” said Doug McGinnis, owner and CEO of Bunting.

The company will continue to operate under the Bunting and Loktek names, and customer contacts will remain unchanged as a result of the acquisition, according to an announcement.

Platinum Equity acquired a majority interest in Cook & Boardman in 2023. Littlejohn & Co. remains a significant minority shareholder. Bunting represents C&B's fifth acquisition under Platinum Equity's ownership.

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Cook & Boardman is one of the nation’s largest providers of integrated security solutions, including physical security, access control, wireless networking, low voltage cabling, audio/visual and managed information technology products. The Cook & Boardman Security Integration Solutions division placed no. 6 on the 2024 SDM Top Systems Integrators ranking.

K&L Gates LLP served as legal advisor to Cook & Boardman.