KGB Security

What KGB Security does

KGB Security is a family-run physical security retailer and service provider headquartered in Coopers Plains, Brisbane, founded by the Philips brothers in 1987 (some sources cite 1988). The company sells, installs, and services a broad range of physical security hardware — including CCTV systems, alarm systems (Bosch and others with GPRS monitored dual-SIM), electronic access control, digital door locks (Schlage, Lockwood, Zanda), and an extensive safe range covering business, fire, data, deposit, floor, gun, home, jewellers, key, office safes and vault doors — distributed across brands Chubb, Phoenix, Burton, CMI, Guardall, Imperium and Dominator. It is also a Queensland Health certified supplier of drug safes for Schedule 8 medication storage and offers the EVVA 4KS restricted high-security key system.

Its business model combines hardware product sales, recurring installation and integration work, and 24/7 emergency locksmith services delivered through 10 mobile service vans across Brisbane, with two physical showrooms (Coopers Plains HQ and Taringa) and an e-commerce online store shipping Australia-wide. Revenue streams include product sales, locksmith services (emergency lockouts, master key and restricted key systems, rekeying), safe moving and installation for safes up to 3,000kg, and customer financing for safes, CCTV and alarm purchases. Customer segments span residential homeowners, small and mid-sized commercial businesses, healthcare providers (pharmacies, vet clinics, medical centres requiring drug safes), automotive dealers, and banks and jewellers requiring heavy safe relocation.

The company employs 11–50 staff including 14 certified technicians, holds Class 1 and Class 2 security installer licences under Queensland's Security Providers Act 1993, and maintains 650+ verified 5-star Google reviews. No software platform, AI/ML capability, external funding, or parent company is identified; ownership and operating control remain with the founding Philips family.

Name

KGB Security

Legal name

KGB Security Brisbane Locksmiths and Safes

Website

https://kgbsecurity.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KGB Security is a family-run Brisbane physical security retailer and service provider, founded in 1987, selling and installing safes, CCTV, alarms, access control and locks across South East Queensland, with a Queensland Health certified drug-safe line and 24/7 mobile locksmith service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Coopers Plains, Queensland

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Sale of security hardware including safes (new and second-hand), locks, digital door locks, CCTV cameras, alarm systems, access control equipment, and related security products. They stock brands including Chubb, Phoenix, Burton, Guardall, Imperium, and Dominator.
2. Locksmith Services: Service revenue from locksmith work including emergency lockouts, lock repairs, lock replacements, master key system installation, and rekeying services. Available 24/7.
3. Safe Moving and Installation: Revenue from safe delivery, installation, repositioning, and removal services. Can move safes up to 3000kg.
4. Financing Options: Financing options offered for safes, CCTV and alarm systems for customers who need urgent security solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

KGB Security is a Brisbane-based locksmith and safe company that sells, installs, and services physical security products including safes, digital door locks, CCTV cameras, alarm systems, and access control equipment. The company also provides 24/7 emergency locksmith services, master key system design, restricted key systems, specialist safe moving (up to 3000kg), and Queensland Health certified drug safes for healthcare facilities. Operations are delivered through 10 mobile service vans, two physical showrooms, and an Australia-wide e-commerce store.

Product overview

KGB Security is a family-run Brisbane security company (operated by the Philips brothers since 1987) offering a comprehensive portfolio of physical security products and services. The company operates as both a product retailer and service provider, selling and installing CCTV systems, access control systems, alarm systems (home and commercial including Bosch), digital door locks (Schlage, Lockwood, Zanda), and a wide range of safes. As a major stockist, they offer business, data, deposit, fire, floor, gun, home, jewellers, key, office safes, and vault doors from brands including Chubb, Phoenix, Burton, CMI, Guardall, and Imperium, including Queensland Health certified drug safes. Their service offering includes 24/7 emergency locksmith services, master key system design, restricted key systems (EVVA 4KS), fire exit door locks, and specialized safe moving/relocation services for safes up to 3000kg. The company also provides commercial security system integration combining alarms, CCTV, and access control with monitoring capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Locksmith Services Professional locksmith services for residential and commercial customers across Brisbane, including emergency lockouts, lock upgrades, lock repairs, master key system implementation, and restricted key systems. Dispatched via 10 mobile vans with 24/7 availability.
• CCTV Systems Supply, installation, and support of security cameras and video surveillance systems for homes and commercial properties, including wired and wireless options.
• Access Control Systems Electronic access control systems using swipe card, keypad, proximity readers, and smart card locking technology for commercial and residential properties.
• Alarm Systems Residential and commercial security alarm systems including Bosch alarms and GPRS-based monitored systems with dual SIM cards for reliable control room communication.
• Safes Comprehensive range of new and second-hand safes including business, data, deposit, fire, floor, gun, home, jewellers, key, office safes, and vault doors. Stockist of Chubb, Phoenix, Burton, CMI, Guardall, Imperium, and Dominator brands.
• Queensland Health Certified Drug Safes Queensland Health compliant drug safes for storing Schedule 8 medications, available in Imperium and Guardall DSK ranges, meeting regulations for pharmacies, veterinary clinics, and healthcare facilities across Queensland.
• Safe Moving & Relocation Services Specialist safe moving service handling safes up to 3000kg, including repositioning, removal, and installation with after-hours service and discreet delivery options.
• Commercial Security Systems Integrated commercial security solutions combining alarms, CCTV, access control, and fire safety systems for businesses with monitoring and smart automation capabilities.
• EVVA 4KS High Security Keys & Locks Patent-protected restricted key system with 133 billion theoretical key combinations, hardened anti-drill components, and 5-year breakage warranty, supplied and installed by KGB Security.
• Fire Exit Door Locks Emergency escape locks designed to allow unhindered exit during fires, compliant with Building Code of Australia and Queensland Fire and Rescue regulations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24/7 emergency response with on-time arrival guarantee
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GuardallcoreTechnology or IntegrationKGB Security is a preferred installer and safe mover for Guardall safes. They recommend and install Guardall products and handle their safe moving services. Guardall is an Australian safe manufacturer.
• EvvacoreTechnology or IntegrationKGB Security offers Evva 4KS high security restricted pickproof keys and locks. Evva 4KS has patent protection until 2035 with 133 billion theoretical key combinations and a 5-year breakage warranty.
• Followmont TransportminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDelivery partner for safe shipments, featured on KGB website footer as recommended delivery service.
• Local Government Association (LGA) QueenslandminorOthersFeatured partner on KGB website footer. LGA endorsement or affiliation for Queensland local government security needs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Securitas Australia: Global security services group operating across guarding, electronic security, and risk solutions in Australia. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping capabilities (alarms, access control, integrated security) across a national footprint.
• ADT Australia: Major national security provider offering monitored alarms, CCTV, and access control to Australian households and businesses. Comparable as a much larger incumbent operating across the same product categories KGB serves, but with a national footprint and recurring monitoring revenue.
• Armcor Security Services: Australian security services company providing guards, mobile patrols, electronic security, and alarm response. Comparable as an incumbent in the broader security services category with overlapping electronic-security offerings.
• MSS Security: One of Australia's largest security providers, offering guarding, electronic security, and integrated solutions nationally. Comparable as a broad incumbent operating in the same Security & Investigations Services umbrella as KGB.
• Wilson Security: Australian security services provider delivering guarding, mobile patrols, electronic security, and alarm response. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the same security investigations and protection space, with overlapping electronic-security offerings.
• SIS Group: Australian security company providing guarding, electronic security, and integrated risk services across multiple states. Comparable as a broad incumbent in KGB's security services category with overlapping capabilities in alarms and access control.
• Chubb Australia (Chubb Fire & Security): Established Australian provider of integrated security, fire, and locking solutions, including safe products that KGB resells. Comparable as a broad incumbent in KGB's space, with deeper enterprise reach and stronger monitoring services.

Direct peers

• AAA Locksmiths Brisbane: Local Brisbane locksmith offering residential, commercial, and automotive locksmith services plus safe supply. Comparable to KGB as a direct competitor in the same Brisbane market with similar locksmith-led service offering.
• Jim's Security: Australian franchise network offering locksmith, alarm, CCTV, and access-control services to residential and SMB customers nationwide. Highly comparable to KGB in service mix, customer segment, and field-service delivery model.
• Lockmart: Australian locksmith and security retailer with multiple locations offering locks, safes, CCTV, and access control. Directly comparable to KGB in product mix (locks + safes + security hardware) and in serving residential and commercial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 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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