Dubai, UAE, 22 April 2018: Galloway Acoustics Engineering Services has signed an international manufacturing licensee agreement with US-based Tru-Duct, a sheet metal fabricator in southern California, United States, the company said through a Press communiqué.

Speaking on the occasion, Dipak Bhadra, Executive Director, Galloway Acoustics Engineering Services, said: “We inherited a wealth of expertise in manufacturing of acoustic products from UK’s Galloway Group. It’s our business objective to share this knowledge through such licensee agreements with reputed manufacturers across the globe to sustain a line of products that are known for their quality and reliability.”

Bhadra added that the deal allows Tru-Duct to exclusively manufacture and sell Galloway Acoustics Engineering Services’ products, in three states: California, Nevada and Arizona, in the United States. In accordance with the agreement, which is for an initial term of three years, the team will provide comprehensive training on all aspects of acoustics including acoustics calculation, selection of right solution, manufacturing, estimation and pricing.

According to the communiqué, Tru-Duct will have access to Galloway’s complete range of products such as louvres, attenuators and enclosures, in all available designs, as well as its calculation tools. In addition, the American manufacturer will receive design assistance on up to three major projects and ongoing technical support throughout the contract period.

Drew Miles II, Operations Manager, Tru-Duct said: “The pedigree of the acoustic products and the calibre of the team at Galloway Acoustics Engineering Services, were compelling reasons for us to enter into this partnership. We believe the partnership will go a long way in strengthening our product portfolio and enable us to reach a wider customer base in the United States market.”

Gary Hall, Founder of G Hall Associates, a consultancy firm appointed by Galloway Acoustics Engineering Services, said: “Our team is highly experienced in the creation, commencement, development and growth of acoustic companies and divisions. We are both technically and commercially competent. This provides a potent force, catalyst and tremendous reference point for all aspects of a new venture. We are confident Tru-Duct will benefit significantly from this licensee programme.”