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Capsol has been acquired by Angus Capital

December 2025 — Capsol has been acquired by Angus Capital as part of its strategy to build a leading construction services group alongside other portfolio companies. This partnership marks a new phase of growth for Capsol, providing the platform, resources and strategic support needed to accelerate its development and expand its market presence.

Founded in 1980, Capsol is a leading and highly specialized distributor and installer of architectural hardware for doors and door frames. Architectural hardware encompasses a wide range of functional and design-driven components, such as door handles, locks, smart locking systems, hinges, knobs, latches and related accessories, which play a critical role in both the performance and aesthetics of buildings. Recognized as a market leader in Eastern Canada, Capsol offers a fully integrated value proposition combining light manufacturing and assembly, maintenance, distribution and custom installation services. The company serves a diversified customer base comprising large construction companies and general contractors, supporting projects across commercial real estate, heavy residential, institutional and industrial end markets. With over four decades of industry expertise and a reputation for delivering turnkey, value-added solutions, Capsol is widely regarded as a trusted partner for complex architectural hardware projects, consistently delivering quality, reliability and technical know-how to its clients.

Angus Capital is a Canadian private equity fund specializing in the acquisition of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in traditional industries. The firm is led by a team of multidisciplinary entrepreneurs who are actively involved in executing the growth plans of the companies in which they invest.

Our role in the transaction

Oaklins’ team in Canada acted as the sole sell-side financial advisor in this transaction.

Parties
“Completing an M&A transaction is a major milestone and Oaklins’ team in Canada provided clear guidance at every step, making the process both reassuring and perfectly well controlled. The team demonstrated a strong understanding of Capsol’s value and worked tirelessly to ensure Capsol found the right long-term partner in Angus Capital. Their expertise and support were instrumental in designing this transaction and bringing it to a successful close.”

Stéphane Lelièvre

Owner, Capsol Canada

Talk to the deal team

Alexis Iché

Partner
Montreal, Canada
Oaklins Canada

Nathan Reynaud

Associate
Montreal, Canada
Oaklins Canada

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