The benefits of certified physical security solutions
We deliver certified physical security solutions, all tested independently and in the most rigorous of circumstances to reflect real-world situations. Gunnebo Safe Storage adheres to international security standards and insurance compliance to bring trust, product reliability, safety and maximum performance for your home and business.
Why certification matters in physical security
Certification is vital when exploring security solutions. Whether you’re looking for a small document safe for your home, or a large vault to house business critical assets, a certified solution means your belongings will be secure and protected from any physical threat or fire. Independently tested, certified physical security solutions from Gunnebo Safe Storage will reduce your risks, enable insurance compliance, and deliver consistent performance for the long haul.
Why independent testing is essential
We partner with independent testers on an international scale to ensure our security solutions comply with the latest standards. Our products undergo the most rigorous of tests to determine how resilient they are at withstanding forced entry and impact, as well as how they perform when subjected to increased temperatures and fires. Independent testing delivers trust, reliability and confidence.
How certifications reduce risk and ensure consistent performance
Any product that has undergone independent testing and achieved the right certification will have inbuilt properties that reduce risk and deliver consistent performance. By adhering to the requirements of trusted certifications for secure storage, your safe, vault or strongroom will have provable documentation that it can resist fires and burglary attempts, all while protecting its contents.
What are the standards?
We design and test our products to a range of international certification body requirements. Common European standards such as EN 1143-1 and EN 14450 specify the grades of burglary resistance and how well the product can withstand force and attack. We also work to fire impact testing standards such as EN 1363-1:2020 and EN 1634-1:2018.
Why do standards matter?
All European standards, along with US, South African and other international standards will focus on the performance and resilience of the security product. These standards should matter to you as it signifies your product is fit for purpose, will perform under duress, and will always protect your important assets.
How do you benefit?
By choosing certified Gunnebo Safe Storage products, you’re benefiting from solutions that are highly durable, and have the stamp of approval from all international insurers. Compliant safes, cabinets and vaults have undergone extensive testing, have been manufactured in ISO-certified facilities, and have the seal of approval when it comes to durability and longevity.
Gunnebo Safe Storage certification standards
We’re proud to work closely with many international certification bodies and independent testers. Each of our products have been designed and manufactured to perform to the highest levels and remain in line with insurer compliance. We’re dedicated to protecting you, your assets and your business.
Discover more below about our product tests, T2 certification grades, and range of products.
Independent certification bodies
We partner with accredited institutions to test burglary and fire resistance. Working to multiple certification bodies’ requirements, such as the ECB•S, RI.SE, SBSC, CNPP, UL, VdS and BiS, our products undergo rigorous security testing in independent facilities.
Each of the institutions align with local government regulations for safe security standards and in turn, adhere to country-specific insurance policies. It’s vital that all products undergo such independent testing as external verification adds credibility and transparency to the process. Every single product delivered by Gunnebo Safe Storage will be given a burglary and fire-resistant grade and adorned with a special plate that signifies its status.
Understanding security testing
Burglary testing is conducted in approved laboratories to ascertain how well the product withstands a series of manual attacks using various tools, core drilling, and even explosives. The testing includes targeting the product in its entirety, but various elements such as the locks or doors can be subjected to their own tests. In many cases, burglary testing will be graded; for example, under EN 1300, the certification grades run from A to D.
When it comes to fire assessments, products are subjected to exhaustive testing where the conditions of a real fire are simulated. This includes working to EN 1634-1:2018 standards where doors and shutters are graded based on their resistance.
T2 Certified Products: Designed for high-security environments
T2 certification testing was included under the EN 1143-1 standard to test products against latest attack tools. This addition to the standards was brought about due to the rise of more sophisticated power tools now readily available in the market. For businesses in retail, banking or the public sector, having a safe or strong room that has been tested and accredited to T2 certification will be a huge advantage.
T2 products have undergone real-life attack scenarios using powerful tools such as electric disc cutters, circular saws and electric building hammers. By choosing T2 certified products, you’re assured that your safe is virtually impenetrable, and has the performance properties to protect cash, valuable assets or confidential documents no matter the circumstance.
Manufacturing Certifications: Quality built into every product
Our manufacturing certifications process for physical security adhere to ISO 45001, which means our production facilities are recognised for their environmental policies, product excellence and employee safety. This is something we take very seriously at Gunnebo Safe Storage; our commitment to delivering reliable, sustainable and durable security products is at the very heart of what we do.
Through our quality management control and environmental targets, we’re proud to deliver high quality products that grant peace of mind, reduce risk, and ensure product consistency under international certification requirements.
Insurance compatibility
It’s vital to choose a security product that has undergone independent testing. Not only will this assure you the product remains durable and resilient, but it is crucial if you’re to comply with insurance policies. By having the approved certification plate fixed to your product, insurers are given the confidence to provide you with the right level of asset cover should the worst happen.
Regulatory compliance
Regulatory compliance with burglary and fire resistance standards is crucial to reduce risk, build confidence and deliver on insurance-related standards. No matter the certification institute, your secure storage product must have the necessary independent testing documentation and approved seal by accredited testers.
Consistent and predictable
We understand you need a product that is fit for purpose, one that will perform and withstand any attack, and one that will last. Physical security solutions from Gunnebo Safe Storage will bring this desired consistency and predictability, as attributes vital for any high-performing safe, cabinet, vault or strongroom.
Long-term efficiency
A safe or vault will ideally be a one-time purchase, which means you need a certified secure product that will perform reliably, long-term. Our products are independently tested and certified, granting you the peace of mind that no matter the chosen solution, you’re receiving the highest quality product that is backed up by independent experts.
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Understanding certification in safe storage
Choose certified solutions
In choosing certified physical security solutions from Gunnebo Safe Storage, you’re choosing products that align with global standards and have proven protection, guaranteeing the safety and security of your people and assets.
