Allegion-Sponsored Safety and Security Museum Opens in Shanghai
April 23 2014 - 12:30PM
Business Wire
Allegion plc (NYSE: ALLE), a leading global provider of security
products and solutions celebrated the grand opening of The Safety
and Security Museum in the Jinshan District of Shanghai, China this
week, with a ceremonial Chinese-paper ribbon cutting. The museum,
which features fire prevention and security education exhibits, is
the result of a partnership between Allegion Security Technologies
of China, the People’s Government of Jinshan District and the
Shanghai Fengjing Historical-Town Tourism Developing Co.
Guests of the paper-cutting ribbon
ceremony (from left to right): Mr. Zhao Yun, Town chief of the
People's Government of Fengjing, Mr. William Yu, Senior VP and
President of Asia Pacific, Allegion plc, Mr. Shen Huadi, Deputy
District Chief of the People's Government of Jinshan District,
Shanghai, Mr. Dave Petratis, Chairman, President & CEO,
Allegion plc, Mr. Ye Haojun, Vice Director of Jinshan District
Economic Commission and Mr. Guo Geli, Vice President of META
(Photo: Business Wire)
“Today, we are very proud to make such a positive contribution
to fire prevention and security education,” said William Yu,
Allegion president of the Asia-Pacific region. “The museum project
is just the beginning. Allegion is dedicated to improving the
safety and security of schools, hospitals and factories in China
through partnerships such as this.”
Allegion Chairman, President and CEO, Dave Petratis joined the
festivities during a week-long visit to the region.
“Allegion is committed to promoting safety and security
knowledge in the communities we call home. The museum provides an
excellent learning experience for visitors of all ages,” Petratis
said. “Allegion’s business in China is also growing quickly. We are
committed to sustainable development in China, while offering
reliable products. So while we’re increasing investment in the
country, Allegion is also dedicated to serving the area through
activities and partnerships that promote safety and security.”
Shen Huadi, deputy district chief of the People’s Government of
Jinshan District, Shanghai, praised Allegion’s sponsorship of the
facility. “The newly built Safety and Security Museum will offer a
fantastic safety education,” Huadi said. “Allegion is a leading
global provider of security products and solutions and is leading
the growth of the security industry in China by promoting
innovation through world-class security technologies and expertise.
We are confident that the opening of the safety and security museum
will contribute a lot for the safety and security of Jinshan
District and Shanghai.”
The museum is located in the fire station of the East District,
which was founded during the period of the Republic of China. It is
the only completely modern fire control institution in
Shanghai.
About Allegion
Allegion (NYSE: ALLE) creates peace of mind by pioneering safety
and security. As a $2 billion provider of security solutions for
homes and businesses, Allegion employs more than 8,000 people and
sells products in more than 120 countries across the world.
Allegion comprises 27 global brands, including strategic brands
CISA®, Interflex®, LCN®, Schlage® and Von Duprin®.
For more, visit www.allegion.com
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Allegion plcU.S.Susana Duarte de Suarez,
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