What Polimek does

Polimek is a privately held Turkish manufacturer of integrated personnel attendance control (PDKS), access control, and physical security systems, founded in 1995 and headquartered in a 1200 m2 facility in the Atatürk Organize Sanayi Bölgesi in Çiğli, İzmir. The company builds both hardware and software under proprietary brands: Smartguard-branded dual-energy X-ray baggage scanners, multi-zone walk-through metal detectors, turnstiles (tripod, speed-gate, full-height, VIP), vehicle access control (barriers, bollards, road blockers, ANPR, under-vehicle inspection), biometric readers (fingerprint and facial recognition), RFID/QR readers, elevator floor authorization, forklift control, hygiene barriers, and the Akıllı Kalem patrol tour control system — Turkey's first domestic solution in this category, originally developed in 1995. Its software stack includes web-based, mobile, and desktop PDKS applications, augmented by AI-assisted computer-vision threat detection in X-ray and under-vehicle imaging, all developed in-house and through its wholly-owned software subsidiary Polikod (commercialized in 2021), which operates from the Bakırçay University TEKMER Technology Development Center.

Polimek monetizes through a consultative, sales-led B2B model: direct enterprise sales of hardware systems via quote-based pricing, complemented by PDKS software licensed across web, mobile, and desktop, plus installation, technical support, and custom development services. Customer concentrations span manufacturing (Arçelik, Beycelik Gestamp, Egepen, Tofaş, TPI, Adana Çimento), food and beverage (Pınar), education (Bilfen), media (Demirören), transit (İzmir Tramway), and government and municipalities (DSİ, Çeşme Belediyesi, Akhisar Belediyesi), with the company itself citing 10,000+ satisfied customers and exports from İzmir to 30+ countries. Geographic reach is supported by branch offices in Doha, Qatar and Baku, Azerbaijan, and the company is a United Nations approved-supplier of X-ray, metal-detection, and turnstile equipment, with M50 (K-12) crash-test certification on its HRB Road Blocker and HBD Hydraulic Bollard product lines. Technology integrations include Impinj Speedway R220/R420 RFID readers and Litum DBIC antennas in the UHF RFID portfolio. The company remains founder- and family-controlled under CEO Mesut Polat, with no disclosed external institutional investors, parent company, or funding rounds.

Name

Polimek

Legal name

Polimek

Website

https://polimek.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Polimek is a privately-held Turkish manufacturer founded in 1995 in Izmir, producing integrated personnel attendance, access control, and security hardware and software — including X-ray scanners, metal detectors, turnstiles, and biometrics — exported to 30+ countries and serving enterprise, government, and institutional customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physical Security Systems Manufacturing

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

SIC

Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Edge Physical Security & Access Control (Surveillance, Biometrics) (HDABAOAI)

Keywords

• Access control systems
• Personnel attendance software
• X-ray baggage scanners
• Vehicle access barriers
• Biometric identification systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Cigli

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of physical security equipment including turnstiles, X-ray baggage scanners, metal detectors, vehicle barriers (bollards, road blockers), RFID/card/biometric readers, and vehicle access control systems. Products sold under proprietary Smartguard brand and other branded products.
2. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: PDKS (Personnel Attendance Control) software sold as licenses with web-based, mobile, and desktop versions. Akıllı Kalem patrol control software and other security management software offerings.
3. Installation and Technical Support: Project planning, sales, installation, and ongoing technical support services for implemented solutions. Includes online technical service support.
4. Polikod Software Development Services: Independent software company Polikod (established 2021) provides hardware-independent software development, integration, and customization services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Polimek designs, manufactures, and integrates turnkey physical security and access-control solutions for enterprise and government customers. Its hardware portfolio covers turnstiles, Smartguard-branded X-ray baggage scanners, walk-through metal detectors, vehicle barriers (bollards, road blockers), RFID/biometric access readers, elevator floor authorization systems, forklift control units, and under-vehicle scanning systems. The software side delivers web/mobile PDKS (personnel attendance), Akıllı Kalem patrol tour control, and access management platforms, sold together with installation and technical support services.

Product overview

Polimek provides a comprehensive portfolio of turnkey security and access control solutions spanning both hardware and software domains. The hardware lineup centers on turnstile systems (tripod, speed gates, full-height, VIP variants), Smartguard-branded X-ray baggage scanners and walk-through metal detectors, vehicle access control (barriers, bollards, road blockers, ANPR, under-vehicle scanning), biometric identification (fingerprint, facial recognition), RFID-based card/Qo readers, elevator floor authorization systems, forklift control, and patrol tour monitoring ('Akıllı Kalem'). The software portfolio includes web-based, mobile, and desktop PDKS (personnel attendance) applications developed in-house and through the Polikod software subsidiary. Products serve sectors including industrial facilities, healthcare, education, government, retail, tourism, energy, and security services, with exports to 30 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Smartguard: Own brand for X-ray baggage screening devices and walk-through metal detectors
• Akıllı Kalem

Products and services

• PDKS - Personnel Attendance Control Systems Web-based, mobile, and desktop personnel attendance control (PDKS) application for tracking employee attendance, working hours, and access permissions across enterprise customers.
• Access Control Systems Integrated access control solutions combining RFID card readers, fingerprint readers, facial recognition readers, QR code readers, and access management software for buildings and facilities.
• Akıllı Kalem Patrol Tour Control System Hardware-and-software patrol tour control system that digitally records security guard visits to designated checkpoints, with web-based and mobile access for real-time monitoring and reporting.
• Turnstile Access Systems Turnstile systems for pedestrian access control including 3-arm tripod turnstiles, speed gates (glass turnstiles), full-height turnstiles, VIP turnstiles, and hygiene barriers with brush cleaning for healthcare and cleanroom environments.
• Smartguard X-Ray Baggage Scanners Smartguard-branded X-ray baggage and package screening systems with dual-energy imaging for material classification (organic/inorganic/dense) and Threat Image Projection, in tunnel sizes from compact (50x30 cm) to large format (100x100 cm+) for security checkpoints.
• Smartguard Walk-Through Metal Detectors Smartguard-branded walk-through (door-type) metal detectors with 1, 6, 18, and 33 zone configurations for precise threat location identification, including waterproof options and intelligent metal classification technology.
• Vehicle Access Control Systems Vehicle access control systems including barrier arms, hydraulic bollards (HBD), M50 (K-12) crash-rated road blockers (HRB), automatic number plate recognition (ANPR), driver identification, and high-resolution under-vehicle scanning in surface-mounted and embedded configurations.
• Forklift Control and Authorization System Forklift operation authorization system that restricts forklift use to authorized personnel only, enhancing industrial workplace safety in manufacturing and warehouse environments.
• Elevator Floor Authorization Systems Elevator access control systems that restrict floor access based on user credentials (RFID, biometric, QR), with integration into fire alarm and seismic monitoring systems for emergency protocols.
• Door Lock Systems RFID door lock systems for secure individual-door level access control.
• RFID Products UHF RFID hardware offering including Impinj Speedway R120/R220/R420 readers, Litum 7.5 DBIC and 11 DBIC circular antennas (865-870 MHz), RFID cables, and tags for UHF tracking applications.
• Hygiene Barriers Personnel decontamination turnstiles with brush cleaning systems for healthcare facilities, food production plants, and cleanroom environments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Exports to 30+ countries worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• PolikodcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolikod is a software subsidiary established by Polimek in 2021. Provides hardware-independent software development, integration, and customization services. Located at Bakırçay University TEKMER Technology Development Center.
• Bakırçay Üniversitesi TEKMERcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolimek's software development team operates at Bakırçay University TEKMER Technology Development Center, providing R&D capabilities and access to academic expertise.
• United NationscoreOthersPolimek is a UN-approved supplier for X-ray baggage scanning devices, metal door detectors, and turnstile access control systems. This certification enables participation in UN procurement contracts.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• HID Global: Large, established access control and identity solutions provider offering RFID readers, biometric authentication, and security management software used across enterprise and government — a broader incumbent across much of the same value chain as Polimek.
• Gunnebo: Provider of entrance control, safe storage, and integrated security solutions for cash handling, transit, and high-security facilities — comparable in turnstile/entrance security and integrated security offerings.
• IDEMIA: Global identity and security solutions provider with biometric authentication, secure credentials, and access control technology used by governments and enterprises, comparable to Polimek's biometric access control solutions.
• Hikvision: One of the world's largest video surveillance and security equipment manufacturers offering cameras, access control, and integrated security solutions broadly comparable to Polimek's broader security portfolio.
• ASSA ABLOY: Global leader in access control, door locks, and physical security solutions for commercial and institutional customers, covering turnstiles, RFID locks, and credential management that overlap with Polimek's access control and door lock product lines.
• Dahua Technology: Major global manufacturer of video surveillance, access control, and security hardware with AI-enabled analytics, serving enterprise and government customers — overlapping competitor across multiple of Polimek's product categories.

Regional players

• Karel Elektronik: Major Turkish electronics and communications systems company providing enterprise telephony and integrated security/access solutions from a Turkish base — a domestic comparable sharing Polimek's home geography and enterprise security exposure.

Direct peers

• Rapiscan Systems: Provider of security screening solutions including X-ray baggage inspection, metal detection, and trace detection for government, aviation, and critical infrastructure — closely comparable to Polimek's screening equipment offering.
• Nuctech: Manufacturer of security inspection systems including X-ray baggage scanners and walk-through metal detectors for airports, customs, and government facilities, directly comparable to Polimek's Smartguard X-ray and metal detection product line.
• ZKTeco: Global manufacturer of biometric and RFID access control, time attendance (PDKS equivalent), turnstiles, and metal detectors serving enterprise and government customers with both hardware and software, directly overlapping Polimek's product portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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