dormakaba has successfully acquired the business operations of Azure Access Technology Inc. and ADME, Inc. (Apollo Security), both known for their work in electronic access control systems. Azure Access, founded in 2019 and based in Newport Beach, California, focuses on developing flexible electronic access control hardware.
Its solutions cater to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and software providers, facilitating easy integration and customisation. Apollo Security, also located in Newport Beach, contributes expertise in creating access control and integrated security systems. Together, these companies employ around 30 staff and provide services to access control companies globally.
Innovative controller platform
Azure Access's adaptable platform allows software companies to deploy custom controller panels and accessories, offering the ability to introduce new features effectively. This open and flexible architecture enhances the speed and efficiency of bringing access control solutions to market. Apollo Security complements this with its established track record and broad recognition in the industry.
Azure Access's adaptable platform allows software companies to deploy custom controller panels
"Our acquisition of the assets of Azure Access and Apollo Security will accelerate the development of next-generation access control solutions and advance our components strategy in the US," states Till Reuter, CEO of dormakaba. He emphasised their aim to enhance their offerings to OEM partners, suggesting a strategic shift towards open component solutions, which draws on the company's existing focus on engineered solutions sold as a package.
Expanding market reach
Evan Zinger, Executive Vice President of Azure Access and Apollo Security, expressed enthusiasm about joining dormakaba: "We are thrilled to join dormakaba and to take our platform to the next level." He acknowledged this acquisition as a pivotal moment that dismantles scale and adoption barriers, putting their solutions on a path to greater enterprise adoption and global reach. With increased resources, the company aims to challenge industry norms, thereby broadening its market presence and accelerating product development.
The transaction was finalised on 14 August 2026. Further information or financial aspects of the deal have not been disclosed.
dormakaba has acquired the operating businesses of Azure Access Technology Inc. (Azure Access), a supplier of innovative, adaptable electronic access control hardware, and ADME, Inc. (Apollo Security), a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of access control and integrated security systems.
Founded in 2019 in Newport Beach, California (USA), Azure Access develops next-generation, adaptable electronic access control hardware for the US commercial market. Its open architecture controller platform is designed for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and software providers, enabling flexible integration and customisation. Apollo Security, also based in Newport Beach, is a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of access control and integrated security systems. Together, Azure Access and Apollo Security employ around 30 people and serve access control companies worldwide.
Adaptable controller platform
Azure Access empowers software organisations to deploy their own controller panels and accessories, enabling them to introduce new features to customers. By offering an open and adaptable controller platform, Azure Access enables partners to bring access control solutions to market more quickly and efficiently. Apollo Security complements Azure Access’ offering with its significant installed base and industry recognition.
Till Reuter, CEO of dormakaba, says: “Our acquisition of the assets of Azure Access and Apollo Security will accelerate the development of next-generation access control solutions and advance our components strategy in the US. Historically, dormakaba has mainly offered engineered solutions as a bundle. Going forward, we will strengthen our open component portfolio – including locks, readers, and controllers – to OEM partners, a customer segment we are now well positioned to support. This creates a new go-to-market opportunity for us to expand our position.”
Establishing enterprise adoption
Evan Zinger, Executive Vice President of Azure Access and Apollo Security, says: “We are thrilled to join dormakaba and to take our platform to the next level. Industry leaders have long acknowledged the strength of our solution, and this acquisition eliminates the remaining scale and adoption barriers, positioning us to establish enterprise adoption and global reach. By challenging the status quo together, we are significantly expanding our market reach while gaining the resources needed to accelerate our product roadmap and execute on our most aligned, ambitious vision.”
The signing and closing of the transaction happened on 14 August 2026. The parties have agreed not to disclose further details or the financial terms of the transaction.
