BOFFERDING | Ihre Experten für Sicherheitstechnik

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BOFFERDING GmbH is a Hamburg-based security technology specialist founded in 1949, operating with approximately 10 employees under Managing Director Robin Knittel. The company delivers building security solutions combining burglary protection, electronic and mechanical locking systems, access control, automatic door operators, motorised door locking mechanisms, emergency exit security, and mailbox/parcel systems to private households, housing companies, building managers, healthcare facilities, public institutions, planners, and trades across Hamburg and northern Germany. Technology offerings center on certified partnerships with ASSA ABLOY/IKON (CLIQ Go electronic locking), dormakaba (evolo smart wireless access, Executive Solution Partner status), and GEZE (automatic door drives to EN 16005 and EN 1154).

The business operates a hybrid go-to-market: direct field sales for consultation, planning, project execution, and after-sales service on enterprise and B2B projects, paired with a self-serve e-commerce shop for electronic locking cylinders, programming devices, and accessories with Germany-wide shipping and in-store pickup at the Bahrenfelder Chaussee 98 retail location. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales, professional installation services, and recurring maintenance and repair contracts. Supporting tooling includes the internal Boffi.ToGo mobile app for technician work-order management. The company holds IHK Fachbetrieb certification, Quality Austria system certification, BHE industry association membership, and is a partner of the Prosero Group European security network. No external investment, parent company, or acquisition activity is disclosed.

Name

BOFFERDING | Ihre Experten für Sicherheitstechnik

Legal name

BOFFERDING GmbH

Website

https://bofferding.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

BOFFERDING GmbH is a Hamburg-based, family-run security technology specialist (founded 1949, ~10 employees) that sells, installs, and maintains electronic locking systems, access control, automatic doors, and emergency exit security for households, housing companies, and institutions across northern Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Security Technology Installation and Electronic Locking Systems

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Locksmiths (561622)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI)

Keywords

• Security technology installation
• Electronic locking systems
• Access control solutions
• Automatic door systems
• Emergency exit security

Headquarters

HQ city

Hamburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (E-commerce): Online shop selling electronic locking cylinders, programming devices, access keys, digital cylinders, and accessories. Customers can purchase directly with shipping within Germany or in-store pickup with 5% discount.
2. Installation Services: Professional installation of security systems including access control, automatic doors, motorised locks, and emergency exit systems. Services include consultation, planning, and project execution.
3. Maintenance and Repair: Ongoing maintenance and repair services for installed security systems to ensure continued functionality and compliance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

BOFFERDING plans, supplies, installs, and maintains building security solutions centered on electronic locking cylinders (IKON CLIQ Go), wireless access control (dormakaba evolo smart), automatic door drives (GEZE, dormakaba), motorised door locks, and emergency exit security systems. Services include consultation, planning, project execution, and ongoing maintenance for housing companies, building management, healthcare facilities, public institutions, and private households in Hamburg and northern Germany.

Product overview

BOFFERDING is a Hamburg-based security technology company with 75 years of experience offering comprehensive building security solutions. The product portfolio centers on two main electronic locking system lines: IKON CLIQ Go (electronic locking cylinders with Bluetooth and programming devices for small businesses and private users) and dormakaba evolo smart (wireless standalone digital cylinders with app-based management). Supporting product categories include door technology (electronic locks, motor locks, door closers), access control systems, automatic door systems (GEZE and dormakaba door drives), burglary protection and alarm systems, emergency exit security, and mailbox/parcel systems. The company operates as a full-service provider offering planning, installation, and maintenance alongside product sales.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IKON CLIQ Go electronic locking system Cloud-managed electronic locking system for small businesses and private users, allowing access rights to be programmed via smartphone app, tablet, or PC. Lost keys can be blocked quickly and easily. Available in multiple starter kit configurations with desktop, mobile, or Bluetooth programmers.
• dormakaba evolo smart wireless access control Standalone wireless access control system with battery-powered digital cylinders that work without cabling. Digital cylinders can replace mechanical locking cylinders and can be converted back to mechanical locks. Supports smartphone, card, or chip access via app.
• IKON CLIQ Go programming devices and electronic user keys Programming devices (desktop and mobile) and electronic user keys for configuring the CLIQ Go system. Desktop programmers connect via USB to Windows PCs; mobile programmers connect via Bluetooth smartphone. Electronic keys are available in Professional (requiring programmer) and Connect Remote (Bluetooth-paired) variants.
• IKON Doppelzylinder CLIQ Go N531 double cylinders Double cylinder components for the CLIQ Go system with electronic exterior and torsion-secure interior. Available with and without dust and rain protection caps for exposed outdoor installation locations.
• dormakaba evolo smart Digitalzylinder 1435 Battery-powered digital cylinder that operates standalone without cabling, retrofittable as a replacement for mechanical cylinders. Knob-removal and battery-replacement supported via dormakaba Multitool.
• dormakaba evolo smart RFID key fob with QR code RFID key fob using Legic advance technology and embedded QR code for the evolo smart access control system.
• Door technology products (Türtechnik) Range of door technology solutions including electronic locks, security locks, panic locks, door openers, lock cylinders, door locks, motorised locks, door closers, and door fittings supplied and installed by BOFFERDING.
• GEZE automatic door drives Automatic door drives from GEZE including swing door operators, sliding door operators, and fire/smoke door solutions, certified to EN 16005 and EN 1154 standards. Supply and installation by BOFFERDING as certified partner.
• Dormakaba automatic door systems Dormakaba automatic door systems for sliding and swing doors with intelligent functions and modern technology, supplied and installed by BOFFERDING as certified Executive Solution Partner.
• Burglary protection and security technology (Einbruchschutz & Sicherheitstechnik) Burglary protection offerings including independent advice, alarm systems, video surveillance, smoke detectors, and fire warning systems, supplied and serviced by BOFFERDING.
• Emergency exit security (Fluchtwegsicherung) Emergency door locks and emergency exit security systems for public buildings and commercial facilities, supplied and installed by BOFFERDING.
• Mailbox and parcel locker systems (Briefkastenanlage & Paketkastenanlage) Mailbox systems and parcel locker installations for residential and commercial buildings, supplied and installed by BOFFERDING.
• Access control systems (Zutrittskontrolle) Access control systems for managing building entry permissions, supplied, configured, and maintained by BOFFERDING for enterprise and institutional customers.
• Security consultation, planning, and project engineering Consultation, planning, and project engineering services for security technology installations including burglary protection, access control, automatic doors, motorised locks, and emergency exit systems.
• Installation and assembly services Professional installation and assembly of access control systems, automatic doors, motorised locks, and emergency exit systems for housing, healthcare, public, and commercial customers.
• Maintenance and repair services Ongoing maintenance and repair services for installed security systems to ensure continued functionality, compliance, and longevity for housing companies, building managers, and public institutions.
• Specialist workshop services Specialised workshop services for security technology components, supporting custom preparation and modification of locking systems and accessories.
• Motorised door locking systems Motorised locking mechanisms that automatically lock or unlock doors via motor drive, with bolts engaging within 3 seconds after door closure. Insurance coverage requires proper locking rather than mere door closure, making this product critical for compliance in healthcare, housing, and commercial settings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Automatic locking engages within 3 seconds of door closure, ensuring insurance coverage compliance
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ASSA ABLOY / IKONcoreTechnology or IntegrationIKON is a brand of ASSA ABLOY, offering precision-manufactured locking cylinders, locking systems, and hardware. BOFFERDING is a certified partner for IKON CLIQ web access solutions and smart solutions. IKON products range from mechanical to mechatronic, modularly expandable.
• dormakabacoreTechnology or Integrationdormakaba is a Swiss manufacturer of smart access solutions including locking cylinders, fittings, and wireless systems (e.g., evolo smart). BOFFERDING is a certified Executive Solution Partner for dormakaba, offering products for residential, commercial, and object use.
• GEZEcoreTechnology or IntegrationGEZE is a German manufacturer from Leonberg specialising in door, window, and security technology. BOFFERDING installs GEZE automatic door systems including swing door drives, sliding door drives, and emergency exit systems, certified to EN 16005 and EN 1154 standards.
• ProserocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProsero is a European group of security technology companies. BOFFERDING operates as a Prosero partner, appearing in their network of security specialists.
• Quality AustriaminorOthersQuality Austria certification indicating system certification for BOFFERDING GmbH.
• BHE (Bundesverband Sicherheitstechnik)minorOthersBHE membership certification indicating membership in the German security technology industry association.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ASSA ABLOY: Global leader in access solutions and owner of the IKON brand that BOFFERDING resells. Directly comparable as a manufacturer and integrator of mechanical and electronic locking systems serving the same B2B and B2C markets, though at vastly greater scale and with proprietary IP.
• dormakaba: Swiss manufacturer of smart access solutions including the evolo smart wireless locking system that BOFFERDING sells. Directly comparable product portfolio (electronic cylinders, fittings, access control, automatic doors) but operates globally with its own direct sales force alongside partner integrators like BOFFERDING.
• GEZE: German manufacturer of door, window, and automatic door systems headquartered in Leonberg. BOFFERDING installs GEZE swing and sliding door drives; GEZE is comparable as a specialist in the same architectural hardware and automatic door category.

Direct peers

• ABUS: German family-owned manufacturer of security technology including locks, locking cylinders, and electronic access solutions. Comparable as a German-rooted security hardware specialist serving both consumer and B2B channels with overlapping product categories.
• SimonsVoss Technologies: German digital locking specialist (Allegion group) offering electronic cylinders and access control systems. Comparable as a competitor in the electronic locking and access control category BOFFERDING serves, particularly for housing and commercial property applications.
• Winkhaus: German manufacturer of locking systems, door technology, and electronic access solutions. Directly comparable as a Germany-based specialist offering mechanical and electronic locking cylinders and access control to housing companies and B2B customers.
• BKS GmbH: German manufacturer of locking systems and door technology based in Velbert. Comparable product portfolio in mechanical and electronic locking cylinders, panic exit devices, and access control for residential and commercial buildings.
• CES Group (C.Ed. Schulte): German locking system manufacturer producing mechanical and electronic cylinders, master key systems, and access control. Comparable as a domestic specialist competing in the same architectural hardware and electronic locking categories.
• BSS Sicherheitssysteme: German regional installer and integrator of access control, locking systems, and building security solutions. Closely comparable as a peer installer/integrator rather than manufacturer, sharing BOFFERDING's business model of selling and installing third-party OEM products to B2B customers.

Regional players

• EVVA Sicherheitstechnik: Austrian family-owned manufacturer of mechanical and electronic locking systems. Comparable product portfolio but primarily serves Austria and surrounding DACH markets; partial overlap with BOFFERDING's housing and commercial customer base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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