Worthington Industries announced that its subsidiary, Worthington Integrated Building Systems has acquired the assets of Sharon Stairs, a designer and manufacturer of steel egress stair systems for the commercial construction markets.

Sharon, previously owned by Willow Grove has approximately 180 employees. The company has experienced significant growth over the last three years with 2007 sales of USD 32 million.

Mr Ralph Roberts president of Worthington IBS said that “This is a great fit for Worthington as we look to bring a package of solutions to the architectural community through our framing system, Dietrich building products and now Sharon Stairs. Sharon Stairs has a national brand, manufacturing know how, a strong management team and an experienced sales network, all of which fits nicely within our Worthington culture.”

Worthington Integrated Building Systems is part of Worthington Industries, integrating best in class products and methodologies to deliver superior turnkey framing solutions for both the residential and the mid rise construction markets. Worthington IBS has two facilities and approximately 500 employees.