What Lince does

Lince (legal name La Industrial Cerrajera, S.A.) is a Spanish industrial manufacturer founded in 1932 and headquartered in Elorrio, Basque Country, producing high-security physical locking hardware. Its core product portfolio spans euro-profile cylinders (including the patented C7 triple-locking system), padlocks, surface-mounted deadbolts, mortise locks for metal and wooden doors, vandal-proof protective shields, lever handles, door closers, and common-access electromechanical solutions (ATEKO 5703TE). More recent offerings integrate electromechanical and connected features, notably the SMARt7930 electronic deadbolt with Bluetooth AES256 app control and integrated 100dB alarm, and the 7930RSA alarm deadbolt with intrusion-detection sensors. The company emphasizes its manufacturer status, vertical integration, EN 1303:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, and custom-engineering capabilities as quality and differentiation levers.

The underlying technology base is mechanical and electromechanical security hardware rather than software; differentiators are concentrated in patented cylinder geometry (anti-bumping, anti-picking, anti-drilling, anti-extraction, anti-snap, anti-impression), integrated sensor-based alarm subsystems, and access-control interoperability (video intercoms, card readers, keypads). Lince holds patented inventions around the C7 cylinder triple-locking mechanism, and its products achieve maximum certification grades under EN 1303:2016 for key security, attack resistance, durability, and corrosion resistance.

The business model is exclusively B2B and channel-driven: Lince sells only through a qualified network of importers, distributors, and ironmongers across five continents, with separate national (Spain) and export sales lines, multi-language digital presence, and trade-show distribution. The company does not sell directly to private individuals. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware product sales, supplemented by recurring key services (master keying, Unikey uniformization) and custom-engineering projects for OEMs in adjacent verticals (door manufacturers, aluminum-system makers, home automation, industrial safety, defense). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Name

Lince

Legal name

La Industrial Cerrajera, S.A.

Website

https://lince.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1932

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Lince (La Industrial Cerrajera, S.A.) is a Spanish manufacturer founded in 1932 producing high-security cylinders, padlocks, deadbolts, mortise locks, and electromechanical access-control solutions, sold exclusively through B2B distributor networks across five continents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Elorrio

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of physical security products including high-security cylinders, padlocks, deadbolts, mortise locks, door locks, handle sets, door closers, and protective shields. Products are sold exclusively through distribution network of importers, distributors, and ironmongers.
2. Key Services (Master Keying & Uniformization): Custom key services including master keying (amaestramiento) allowing hierarchical access systems and key uniformization (Unikey) allowing multiple locks to be opened with the same key. These services add value and recurring revenue through repeat orders.
3. Custom Product Development: Engineering and development of custom locking solutions for specific customer requirements. Services include 3D samples, prototypes, product customization with customer branding, and tailored security solutions.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lince (La Industrial Cerrajera, S.A.) is a Spanish manufacturer founded in 1932 that designs, produces, and distributes mechanical and electromechanical high-security physical security hardware, including euro-profile cylinders, surface and mortise locks, alarm-equipped cylinders and deadbolts, padlocks, vandal-proof protective shields, door closers, lever handles, smart Bluetooth deadbolts, and common-access control solutions (Microaccess). The company sells exclusively through a qualified B2B distribution network of importers, distributors, locksmiths, and ironmongers, and offers custom manufacturing plus master-keying and keyed-alike (Unikey) services through its in-house Engineering Department.

Product overview

Lince (La Industrial Cerrajera, S.A.) is a manufacturer with over 90 years of experience producing high-security locks, cylinders, and padlocks. The product portfolio is organized as a unified platform of complementary security products rather than a modular software platform. Core offerings include multiple cylinder lines (C7, C6, C5, CPLUS, C4, C3S, C2, C0) ranging from high-security to standard variants, alarm-equipped cylinders and deadbolts featuring intrusion detection sensors, surface-mounted deadbolts (7930RSS, 7930R, 7930RSA, SMARt7930), mortise locks for metal and wood doors including the ATEKO electromecanical series, vandal-proof protective shields (PR000, SCUTUM, HOPLON, SQDO), padlocks, door closers, lever handles, and common access control systems (Microaccess). Services include custom manufacturing, master keying, and keyed-alike solutions. The SMARt7930 represents the most advanced product offering APP-controlled electronic locking with Bluetooth connectivity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cilindros (Euro-profile Cylinders) Euro-profile cylinders for B2B distributors, locksmiths, and ironmongers; product lines span from C7 ultra-high-security to C00 standard, with protections against bumping, picking, drilling, and extraction.
• Cilindros con Alarma (Alarm Cylinders) Cylinders with integrated alarm systems detecting vibration and intrusion attempts to deter intruders before entry, distributed through Lince's B2B network for residential and commercial use.
• Cerrojos y Cerraduras Sobreponer (Surface-Mounted Deadbolts and Rim Locks) Surface-mounted deadbolts and rim locks (high-security, traditional, and weatherproof variants) with multiple locking points, sold to distributors and locksmiths for residential and commercial installation.
• Cerrojos con Alarma (Alarm Deadbolts) Deadbolts with integrated sensors that react to manipulation, offering alarm deterrence. Family includes SMARt7930 (APP/Bluetooth), Invisible SUPRATRONIK, 7930RSA, and 7940RSA. Sold via distribution channels to installers and end consumers.
• Candados (Padlocks) Padlocks ranging from basic luggage locks to highly reinforced armored models for high-value assets, available in high-security armored, traditional, weatherproof, and special combination variants.
• Cerraduras embutir metálica (Metal Mortise Locks) Mortise locks engineered for metal doors, including the ATEKO electromechanical line, aluminum and metal carpentry locks, fire-rated locks, and related accessories. Distributed to locksmiths and OEMs.
• Cerraduras embutir madera (Wood Mortise Locks) Mortise locks for wooden doors, including high-security multipoint and monopoint variants, institutional certified locks, traditional models, and interior door handles. Distributed via lock distributors and door manufacturers.
• Escudos Protectores (Vandal-Proof Protective Shields) Protective shields and escutcheons shielding cylinders and lock internals from vandalism and forced attack, including SCUTUM handle kits and the high-protection SQDO, HOPLON, SCUTUM, and PR000 vandal-proof protectors.
• Manivelas/Manillas (Lever Handles and Door Furniture) AISI 304 stainless steel lever handles and door furniture (handle sets, door pulls, accessories) sold through distribution channels for residential and commercial projects.
• Cierrapuertas (Overhead Door Closers) Overhead door closers for standard and fire-rated doors in multiple strength ratings, distributed to commercial installers and building projects.
• Accesos Comunes Microaccess (Common Access Control) Common-access control solutions for residential and community buildings, combining Microaccess video intercom kits, ATEKO electromechanical locks, and antenna kits to manage entry to shared facilities.
• Servicio de llaves (Key Services: Master Keying and Unikey) Professional key management services including master keying (amaestramiento) for hierarchical access control and keyed-alike (Unikey) solutions enabling a single key to operate multiple locks, ordered by distributors, locksmiths, and end clients.
• Soluciones a medida (Custom Locking Solutions) Engineering-led custom design and manufacturing of locks, cylinders, and padlocks for specific OEM/door/gate/automation customer requirements, including 3D samples, prototypes, and customer-branded variants.
• SMARt7930 Electronic Smart Deadbolt Electronic rim deadbolt operated via smartphone APP over Bluetooth (AES-256), remote control, or high-security mechanical key, with 100dB integrated alarm, rechargeable battery (~6 months), digital key issuance, user access permissions, and event logging. Sold via Lince distribution to installers and end consumers.
• Cilindro C7 High-Security Euro Cylinder High-security euro-profile cylinder with patented C7 triple-locking system (17 moving blocking elements, 4 keyway readers, 50M+ combinations), offering maximum protection against impressioning, bumping, picking, drilling, extraction, and snapping; certified to EN 1303:2016 (key grade 6, attack grade 2, durability grade 6, corrosion grade C). Distributed through B2B channel for high-security installations.
• CERROJO 7930RSA Alarm Deadbolt High-security surface-mounted deadbolt with integrated 100dB alarm sensor detecting intrusion via unexpected openings, impacts, and vibrations (>60 days battery, 250mAh). Provides anti-impression, anti-bumping, anti-picking, anti-drilling, anti-extraction, and anti-rotation protection. Sold via distribution.
• ATEKO 5703TE Electromechanical Mortise Lock Electromechanical mortise lock pairing a mechanical lock with an electric strike for common access doors in residential/community buildings; automatic double-latch locking, anti-panic interior release, multi-voltage (12-24V AC/DC), and compatibility with video intercoms, card readers, and keypads. Sold to access-control installers.
• PROTECTOR ANTIVANDÁLICO PR000 Vandal-proof protector for euro-profile cylinders providing complete concealment, obstruction elimination against foreign objects, reinforced drilling resistance, and an independent locking function. Sold through distribution for high-risk residential and commercial installations.

Quantifiable outcome

• C7 cylinder certified EN 1303:2016 with security key grade 6 (maximum), attack resistance grade 2 (maximum), durability grade 6 (maximum), corrosion resistance grade C (maximum)
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Named customers3 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• dormakaba: Swiss-based global provider of access solutions including cylinders, master keying, and electronic access systems. Overlaps Lince in high-security cylinders, mortise locks, and master key services, with much broader geographic and institutional reach.
• Yale (ASSA ABLOY): Global residential lock and smart lock brand covering cylinders, mortise locks, and connected access products. Comparable to Lince across both mechanical cylinders and the smart-electronic product direction Lince is pursuing.
• ASSA ABLOY: Global leader in locks and access solutions operating across residential, commercial, and institutional security. Directly comparable as a high-security lock and cylinder manufacturer with a far broader product portfolio and global distribution.
• Schlage (Allegion): Allegion-owned North American lock brand offering mechanical and electronic locks including smart deadbolts. Overlaps Lince in deadbolt form factor and integrated alarm/smart product category.

Emerging players

• DOM Sicherheitstechnik: German manufacturer of high-security cylinders and master keying systems with strong European technical-spec presence. Comparable to Lince in custom cylinder engineering and key management solutions sold via B2B.

Direct peers

• ABUS: German manufacturer of padlocks, cylinders, and security hardware with strong brand recognition across Europe. Highly comparable to Lince in padlocks, mechanical cylinders, and B2B distribution through locksmiths and hardware retailers.
• EVVA: Austrian high-security cylinder and access system specialist known for patented mechanical platforms and magnetic-key systems. Comparable to Lince's C7 platform in patented mechanical security and B2B-only channel strategy.
• ISEO: Italian lock and access solutions manufacturer offering cylinders, mortise locks, and master keying. Direct Southern European peer in product mix and channel model, including custom-engineered solutions for door manufacturers.
• Mul-T-Lock: Israeli manufacturer specializing in high-security cylinders and master keying systems for residential and commercial use. Closely comparable to Lince in product focus, including patented high-security cylinder platforms sold through B2B channels.

Regional players

• TESA (Assa Abloy brand): Spain-based lock and cylinder brand under ASSA ABLOY, with strong Iberian and Latin American distribution. Direct competitor in Lince's home Spanish market with overlapping cylinders, mortise locks, and padlock portfolios.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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