ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed

What ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed does

ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed A/S is a privately held Danish security systems integrator founded in 1995 and headquartered in Lystrup (Aarhus area), with regional offices in Greve (Zealand) and Vissenbjerg (Funen) and mobile technicians operating nationwide. The company delivers integrated security solutions across four product lines: intrusion/burglar alarm systems (multiple brands including Powermaster, Alphavision, ATS, Galaxy, NOX, Satel, SSI), IP-based video surveillance (cameras from Axis, UTC, IQeye, Avigilon managed via VMS platforms Milestone, Mirasys, Truvision, Geovision), access control (Nedap AEOS and ATS Alliance platforms), and fog security systems (Protect cannons). All monitored systems are routed to a 24/7 control center operated in partnership with Securitas A/S, which holds approval from the Danish National Police (Rigspolitichefen) to receive and dispatch on alarm signals. The company holds ISO 9001 certifications across intrusion alarms, access control, video surveillance, and automatic fire alarm domains, alongside highest-tier partner status with Nedap, Milestone (Gold), Genetec, Schneider Electric (EcoExpert), and others.

The business operates a hybrid B2B/B2C model. Residential customers subscribe to monitored alarm packages starting at DKK 199/month (free installation). Business and municipal customers are served through multi-year binding contracts (36-60 months) with customized enterprise deployments, framework agreements, and large-scale integrated projects — evidenced by reference customers including COOP Danmark (nationwide retail), Favrskov and Assens Kommuner (municipal), A/S Storebælt (155-camera bridge deployment), Gellerup Parken and Brabrand Boligforening (400+ camera housing deployments), and Boligkontoret Aarhus (Avigilon system with facial recognition). Revenue is generated through a mix of professional installation services, recurring monthly monitoring subscriptions, and ongoing service/maintenance contracts. Sales are conducted via direct field sales, phone consultation (70 20 00 99), online quote requests, and a content-rich website (absalarm.dk) showcasing reference cases.

Customer concentration is anchored in a handful of large multi-site enterprise and municipal framework agreements, offset by a distributed residential subscriber base and a broad logo spread across retail, healthcare (Svendborg Sygehus, OUH), infrastructure, logistics (PostNord), and industrial customers (Arla, Pandora, Schneider Electric). The company is product-independent, designing tailored solutions from across the security equipment market rather than reselling a single vendor stack. Ownership is independent (A/S structure, CVR 18851881) with no disclosed parent, institutional, or PE backing. The firm has historically grown through tuck-in acquisitions of smaller alarm companies and a steady cadence of large contract wins rather than via external funding.

Name

ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed

Legal name

ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed A/S

Website

https://absalarm.dk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed A/S is a privately held Danish nationwide security systems integrator (founded 1995, 51-100 employees) delivering intrusion alarms, IP video surveillance, access control, and fog security to residential, commercial, municipal, and infrastructure customers, with 24/7 monitoring via Securitas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Security Systems Integration

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Intrusion Detection & Burglar Alarm Systems Integration (BPAKAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial & Industrial Alarm Monitoring (BPAKAFAB), Professional Monitoring (Burglar/Intrusion) (HSAHAAAA), Control Panel, Keypad & Siren Installation/Replacement (HSAHABAE), Fire Alarm Systems (Inspection/Testing/Monitoring/Service) (IMAIAJAC)

Keywords

• Intrusion alarm systems
• Video surveillance solutions
• Access control systems
• Security system integration
• Alarm monitoring services

Headquarters

HQ city

Lystrup

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Monthly Monitoring Subscriptions: Recurring monthly fees for alarm monitoring services including 24/7 control center connection, automatic notifications, and guard dispatch when alarm is triggered
2. Professional Installation Services: Installation of alarm systems, video surveillance, and access control systems with free installation offered for residential customers, professional service fees for enterprise deployments
3. Service and Maintenance Contracts: Ongoing service and maintenance agreements for installed security systems, including preventive maintenance and emergency repairs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed A/S designs, installs, and maintains integrated security systems — including burglar/intrusion alarms, IP-based video surveillance, and access control — for residential and commercial customers across Denmark. All installed systems are connected to a 24/7 police-approved monitoring control center operated in partnership with Securitas A/S, enabling guard dispatch and emergency response. The company acts as a product-independent integrator, combining hardware from manufacturers such as Nedap, Axis, Avigilon, Milestone, Mirasys, and ATS into unified multi-location security platforms.

Product overview

ABS Alarm og Sikkerhed A/S is a nationwide Danish security company offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional security solutions since 1995. The core product offering consists of four integrated service lines: (1) Tyverialarm (intrusion/burglar alarm systems) covering multiple brands including Powermaster, Alphavision, ATS, Galaxy, NOX, Satel Integra, SSI, PowerMax Pro, Alphatronics, and Infiniti; (2) Videoovervågning (video surveillance systems) using IP-based cameras from Axis, UTC, IQeye, and Avigilon, managed through VMS software platforms including Milestone, Mirasys, Truvision, and Geovision; (3) Alarm og Adgangskontrol (alarm and access control) using hardware from ATS and Nedap, managed via software platforms ATS Alliance and Nedap AEOS; and (4) Tågesikring (fog security) using Protect fog cannons integrated into the overall alarm system. All systems are connected to a 24/7 control center operated in partnership with Securitas A/S. Solutions range from standard residential alarm packages (DKK 199/month) and standard video surveillance packages (DKK 205/month) to large-scale enterprise and municipal custom-designed multi-location security systems. ABS Alarm operates as a product-independent integrator, designing solutions tailored to each customer's specific needs and holding ISO 9001 certification across AIA (intrusion), ADK (access control), TVO (video surveillance), and ABA (automatic fire alarm) areas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Intrusion/Burglar Alarm Systems (Tyverialarm) Intrusion alarm systems for residential and commercial properties, available as standard packages or custom-designed solutions. Includes control panels, motion sensors with cameras, opening contacts, remote controls, alarm signs, and 24/7 monitoring via the Securitas control center. Standard residential and business packages are offered with free installation and 36-60 month contracts.
• Video Surveillance Systems (Videoovervågning) IP-based and analog video surveillance systems ranging from small business installations to some of Denmark's largest CCTV deployments (e.g., 400+ IP cameras at Gellerup Parken, ~155 cameras at Storebælt Bridge). Includes HD/Full HD cameras from Axis, UTC, IQeye, and Avigilon, central servers, network video recorders, and VMS software platforms such as Milestone, Mirasys, Truvision, and Geovision. Business package at DKK 205/month with 60-month contract.
• Alarm and Access Control Systems Integrated access control and intrusion alarm systems for managing building entry across multiple locations. Uses hardware from ATS and Nedap, managed via software platforms including ATS Alliance, ATS 8600, and Nedap AEOS for centralized user administration, rights management, and remote alarm monitoring. Deployed for municipal, housing association, and commercial customers.
• Fog Security Systems (Tågesikring) Security fog cannon systems that release dense fog within seconds of alarm activation to deter intruders. Uses Protect (Danish manufacturer) fog cannons integrated into the overall alarm system and connected to the 24/7 control center monitoring. Designed for both residential and commercial premises.
• 24/7 Alarm Monitoring and Control Center Service Recurring 24/7 alarm monitoring service operated in partnership with Securitas A/S, which is approved by the Danish National Police (Rigspolitichefen) to receive and process alarm signals. The control center dispatches guards or contacts keyholders based on customer agreements, operates 365 days/year, and provides automatic notifications. Smartphone app (ConnectAlarm) enables remote arm/disarm, event logs, and image viewing from camera detectors.
• Turnkey Security Project Delivery (Totalentreprise) Complete end-to-end project delivery for large-scale security installations, including design, software, hardware, network infrastructure, fiber, camera poles, installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. Used for major municipal, infrastructure, and housing association deployments across Denmark.

Quantifiable outcome

• Vandalism reduced by 90% after video surveillance installation (Brabrand Boligforening case)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration22 records

AI capability6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Securitas A/ScoreTechnology or Integration24/7 monitoring partnership with Securitas A/S, which is approved by Rigspolitichefen (Danish Police) to receive and handle alarm signals. Securitas provides round-the-clock 365 days/year monitoring and dispatches guards or contact persons when alarms are triggered.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ISS A/S: Danish facility services company providing integrated security solutions (including electronic security and access control) as part of broader workplace and facility management contracts. Comparable where security is bundled into multi-service facility deals, though security is a small fraction of ISS's overall business.
• Johnson Controls International: Global building technologies provider offering integrated security, access control and video surveillance solutions (including Tyco/Software House brands) deployed through integrator channels. Comparable in commercial access-control and integrated building security, but as part of a much larger building-automation portfolio.
• Securitas AB: Sweden-headquartered global security services leader; ABS Alarm's 24/7 monitoring partner and the police-approved control-center operator. Comparable in security services delivery but operates at global scale and is also a competitor in adjacent security services.
• Allied Universal (G4S): Global security services provider following G4S acquisition; provides guarding, monitoring and integrated security solutions including in Denmark. Comparable in commercial/industrial security services with broader geographic and service-line reach than ABS.
• Verisure: Europe's largest professionally monitored alarm provider (Securitas Direct branded markets) operating across multiple countries including Denmark. Comparable in residential/SMB monitored alarm subscription model but operates at vastly larger scale with its own control centers.

Direct peers

• Prosero Security Group: Swedish-headquartered acquirer of Nordic electronic-security installers; roll-up of regional alarm, video and access-control integrators across the Nordics. Closest pure-play comparison to ABS Alarm's product-independent integrator model with multi-vendor OEM partnerships.
• Avarn Security (formerly Nokas Security): Nordic security services provider combining guarding and electronic-security installation across Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland after the 2024 Nokas acquisition. Comparable in Nordic electronic-security integration and security services, with broader geographic coverage than ABS.
• Sector Alarm: Norway-headquartered, Oslo Børs-listed Nordic alarm specialist operating in Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark. Directly comparable to ABS Alarm in residential and SMB monitored alarm offerings, subscription pricing model and Securitas-style third-party monitoring delivery, but at materially larger scale.
• Falck A/S: Major Danish safety, fire and security services company providing guarding, alarm monitoring and emergency response. Directly comparable to ABS Alarm in commercial Danish security services and 24/7 emergency response, though much larger and broader in scope.

Emerging players

• SimpliSafe: US-headquartered DIY/self-installed home security provider with optional professional monitoring subscription; widely cited as a disruptor to traditional monitored-alarm installers. Comparable in residential alarm subscription model but with a fundamentally different (no-installation, no-multi-year-contract) go-to-market competing for ABS's residential segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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