Dormakaba

Formed through the September 2015 merger of two century-old companies—German-based Dorma (founded 1908) and Swiss-based Kaba (founded 1862 by Franz Bauer in Zurich)—dormakaba has emerged as one of the world's top three access control and security solutions providers with over CHF 2.8 billion in revenue and 15,000+ employees across 50 countries. Headquartered in Rümlang, Switzerland, the company's Americas operations were established in 1980 with Dorma's acquisition of Reading Door Closers and now include facilities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. dormakaba's comprehensive product portfolio spans mechanical and electronic access solutions, including the industry-leading Simplex mechanical pushbutton locks (L1000, 5000, and 1000 Series) that require no keys, cards, or batteries while meeting DOD 5220.22M compliance and UL 3-hour fire ratings. Their door closer lines include the 7000/7300/7400 Series (ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified), 8600/8900 heavy-duty closers for high-traffic applications, and specialized floor closers (BTS80 Series), all featuring adjustable spring sizes and backcheck functions. The 9000 Series exit devices provide Grade 1 certified performance with smooth reduced-projection touchbars for high-impact environments. Electronic solutions include the E-Plex 2000 electronic pushbutton locks with up to 100 access codes, Saflok lodging systems for hospitality applications, and integrated access control platforms. Mechanical locks span Grade 1 mortise locksets (M1000/DL1000 Series exceeding 1,000,000 cycles), cylindrical locks (C100/C200/C300/C500 Series), and Grade 1/2 deadbolts (DB100/DB600). Additional brands under the dormakaba umbrella include Silca and Ilco (key blanks and cutting machines), Advanced Diagnostics (automotive), Dorma Hüppe/Modernfold/Skyfold (movable walls), and legacy brands from acquisitions including CSS (Computerized Security Systems) with Saflok and La Gard. All products meet stringent certifications including ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 or 2 standards, UL fire ratings up to 3 hours, ADA compliance, and positive pressure ratings, positioning dormakaba as a comprehensive single-source provider for secure access to buildings and rooms across commercial, institutional, hospitality, and government sectors globally.