Fuhr Benelux B.v.

What Fuhr Benelux B.v. does

Fuhr Benelux B.v. is the Dutch distribution subsidiary of Carl FUHR GmbH & Co. KG, a family-owned German manufacturer of multi-point locking systems founded in 1859 and headquartered in Heiligenhaus, Germany. The Benelux entity, established in 2008 and based in Ede, Netherlands, sells locking hardware and electronic access solutions to dealers, installers, and door processors across the Netherlands and Belgium, supported by a German parent that develops and manufactures all hardware locally. Its product portfolio centers on three lock families — autosafe (automatic), multisafe (key/handle-operated), and multitronic (fully motorized) — complemented by a smart-access layer (SmartAccess Bluetooth app, SmartTouch KeylessGo, SmartConnect easy WiFi), access control peripherals (multiscan-go fingerprint scanner, transponder, wireless keypad, remote control), window security (plusprotect 150V), mortise locks, electric door openers, and metal-construction locking systems.

The business operates a channel-based go-to-market: products are sold quote-based through specialized dealers, installers, and processors, with regional contact persons for partner support and a separate direct-support channel for private customers. Marketing is conducted through a Dutch-language regional website, a newsletter, YouTube/LinkedIn/Instagram channels, and trade-show participation (EURO DEFENCE EXPO, BAU München). FUHR's competitive position rests on 165 years of brand history, 'Made in Germany' manufacturing, comprehensive certification coverage (EN 179, EN 1125, EN 1634, EN 14351-1, VdS, SKG**/***, RC3/RC4, Secured by Design, UKCA), and proprietary technologies including the patented DuoSecure pivot-door system and the patented autotronic dual-motor drive. Revenue, funding, and detailed financial data are not disclosed in the available sources.

Name

Fuhr Benelux B.v.

Legal name

Fuhr Benelux B.v.

Website

https://fuhr.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1859

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fuhr Benelux B.v. is the Dutch/Belgian distribution subsidiary of German family-owned Carl FUHR GmbH & Co. KG, selling multi-point door locking systems, smart access solutions, and window security hardware through dealers, installers, and door processors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Door Hardware & Locking Systems

NAICS

Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Locksmiths (561622), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Smart Lock Hardware (Keypad, Keyless, Biometric, Connected) (HSAHAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI), Automotive/Garage & Gate Access Control (Smart Garage Door, Driveway Gates) (HSAHAEAJ)

Keywords

• Multi-point locking systems
• Door security hardware
• Smart access solutions
• Electronic door openers
• Window security devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Ede

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Multi-point Locking Systems: Primary revenue stream from development and production of multi-point locking systems for residential and project doors. Products include automatic, motorized, key-operated, and handle-operated variants.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Fuhr Benelux B.v. distributes multi-point mechanical locking systems (autosafe, multisafe), motorised multi-point locks (multitronic 881GL), and a smart electronic access product family (SmartAccess, SmartTouch, SmartConnect easy, multiscan go) for residential and light-commercial doors. The company also supplies mortise locks, electric door openers, panic-exit hardware, metal-construction locks, key cabinets and SKG-rated window security devices to security dealers, door manufacturers and installers across the Benelux region.

Product overview

FUHR is a German manufacturer of high-quality door locking solutions, specializing in multi-point locks for residential and project doors. The product portfolio is organized around several core lock families: autosafe (automatic multi-point locks), multisafe (key/handle-operated locks), and multitronic (fully motorized locks). These are complemented by the smart access solutions (SmartAccess, SmartTouch, SmartConnect easy) for smartphone-based and keyless entry, plus access control peripherals (fingerprint scanners, remote controls, transponders, keypads). Supporting products include mortise locks, electric door openers, locking components for various door materials, window security hardware, and metal construction locking systems. The ecosystem is unified through compatible accessories like the autotronic motor drive, enabling retrofit motorized operation on automatic locks.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SmartAccess: Bluetooth-based keyless door opening solution using smartphone app or AutoUnlock feature
• SmartTouch
• SmartConnect easy
• plusprotect 150V

Products and services

• FUHR.autosafe series Automatic multi-point locking system that engages multiple locking points automatically when the door is pulled shut; intended for security-door and entrance-door manufacturers and processors in the Benelux market.
• FUHR.multisafe series Multi-point locking system operated by key and/or handle for residential and commercial doors; marketed to door manufacturers, security dealers and installers.
• FUHR.multitronic 881GL Fully motorised multi-point locking system (autotronic motor) that allows door opening and locking via remote control or smart access modules; targeted at high-end residential and light-commercial entrance doors.
• SmartAccess Bluetooth-based keyless entry module that allows authorised smartphones to operate FUHR motor locks; sold to dealers and installers for retrofit or factory-fit installation on entrance doors.
• SmartTouch KeylessGo-style passive-entry module that opens the door automatically when an authorised user approaches, combining with FUHR motor locks; positioned for premium residential entrance doors.
• SmartConnect easy / SmartConnect easy Plus WiFi-enabled access control module allowing remote unlocking, time-limited access codes and smartphone-based configuration of FUHR motor locks; aimed at dealers, installers and end-users of connected entrance doors.
• multiscan go Fingerprint-based biometric access module enabling door opening via stored fingerprints; combined with FUHR motor locks for residential and light-commercial applications.
• PlusProtect 150V Window security device / window lock providing forced-entry resistance and SKG certification; distributed in the Benelux market to window manufacturers and security dealers.
• Insteeksloten (mortise locks) Mortise lock range for residential and commercial doors, supplied to door manufacturers, processors and security dealers in the Benelux region.
• Elektrische deuropeners (electric door openers) Electric strike / door opener products for access-controlled doors; supplied to installers and door manufacturers in Benelux.
• Panieksluitingen (panic exit hardware) Panic-exit and emergency-exit hardware for commercial and public buildings; distributed to door manufacturers and security installers in Benelux.
• Metaalbouw & vergrendelingen (metal construction locks) Locks and locking components for metal construction doors (e.g. steel and aluminium frames); supplied to metal-construction processors and door manufacturers.
• Sleutelkluizen (key cabinets / key storage) Key-cabinet and key-storage hardware products distributed alongside the lock range to dealers and end-customers.
• Toegangscontrole met vingerafdruk (fingerprint access control) Fingerprint-based access control solution category covering the multiscan go and related biometric readers, offered to installers and end-customers as an upgrade to mechanical locks.

Quantifiable outcome

• Door security improved through multi-point locking at multiple secure points
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ASSA ABLOY: Global leader in locks and access solutions with a portfolio spanning mechanical, electromechanical, and digital access. Competes with FUHR through overlapping brands (e.g., KFV, Yale) and is the dominant European multi-point lock incumbent.
• Allegion: Global access control and door hardware company owning brands such as SimonsVoss, Briton, and CISA. Directly comparable in mechanical and electronic lock categories and certification-driven project business.
• dormakaba: Swiss-based provider of access, entrance, and door hardware solutions for commercial and residential markets. Overlaps with FUHR in door hardware and electronic access, but operates at much broader scale.

Direct peers

• Winkhaus: German family-owned manufacturer of multi-point locking systems, window hardware, and access solutions for residential and project doors. Highly comparable to FUHR in product category, multi-point lock technology, and European mid-market positioning.
• GreenteQ: Hardware brand offering door locks, window hardware, and access components through European fabricators and dealers. Comparable to FUHR in channel-led distribution and broad door-hardware product scope.
• ABUS: German manufacturer of security products including door locks, window security, and access solutions sold through specialised dealers. Overlaps with FUHR in residential door and window security hardware and German/European channel distribution.
• Salto Systems: Specialist in electronic access control and smart locking for commercial and residential doors across Europe. Comparable to FUHR's smart access portfolio and target verticals such as residential, commercial, and emergency exit applications.
• KFV (part of ASSA ABLOY): Specialist in multi-point locks and panic exit hardware for European doors, directly overlapping with FUHR's autosafe and multisafe product lines and panic/EN 179/EN 1125 certifications.
• SimonsVoss Technologies (Allegion): European specialist in digital locking and access control systems, including wireless smart locks. Closely comparable to FUHR's smart access (SmartAccess/SmartTouch/SmartConnect) strategy and project-focused European customer base.

Emerging players

• Nuki Home Solutions: Austrian smart lock company focused on retrofit, smartphone-based residential door locks. Comparable to FUHR's SmartConnect easy and SmartAccess retrofit propositions but with a software-first, direct-to-consumer orientation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance17 records

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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