# AuCom and Benshaw merge under Unico Technologies Group

AuCom merged with US-based soft start company Benshaw Inc., effective December 17, 2019, creating the world's largest privately held soft start company. Both brands will continue under Unico Technologies Group.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2019-12-17
- Status: completed
- Products: soft starters, motor controls
- Sectors: [Automation and Robotics](https://endata.com/sectors/automation-robotics.md)

## Companies

- [AuCom](https://endata.com/companies/44075.md)
- [Benshaw](https://endata.com/companies/44076.md) (partner)
- [Unico Technologies Group](https://endata.com/companies/44077.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [aucom.com](https://www.aucom.com/blog/aucom-and-benshaw-merge-in-new-venture), 2019-12-19: "This merger of two market leading technology experts makes the AuCom/Benshaw operation the world’s largest privately held soft start company."

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