Mission readiness starts with access: reliable, comprehensive solutions for defence

Why access matters for defence readiness

Defence sites must remain operational 24/7, regardless of weather, location or activity level. Access control supports everything from daily maintenance to mission-critical operations, and systems need to perform consistently under pressure. Abloy’s approach combines proven mechanical reliability with intelligent, centralised management – so that access supports readiness rather than interrupting it.

A single system for every defence environment

Military organizations often manage thousands of access points across dispersed areas: gates, hangars, workshops, armouries and mobile command units. Rather than separate tools for each site or task, Abloy brings mechanical, electromechanical/digital and mobile access into one coordinated ecosystem.

Mechanical high-security components provide the solid physical foundation. Electromechanical keys introduce programmable, time- and role-based access rights with a verified audit trail. Digital andmmobile credentials extend secure access to remote or temporary locations where wiring is impractical.

Together these layers create a unified structure – one credential for the user, one management view for administrators. Permissions can be updated instantly, and lost keys can be disabled remotely. Solutions such as electromechanical ABLOY PROTEC ² CLIQ and ABLOY CUMULUS keyless access platform demonstrate how mechanical durability and digital flexibility meet the needs of modern defence operations.

Built to perform in harsh conditions

Military environments expose equipment to dust, moisture, vibration and temperature extremes. ABLOY products are tested in environmental chambers, salt-spray exposure and vibration cycles to ensure consistent function. The precision of the disc-detainer mechanism, corrosion-resistant materials and springless design help maintain performance from Arctic cold to desert heat.

Supporting joint operations and secure cooperation

Reliability is not just a product feature in defence work — it’s what allows operations to keep going in every situation. Access systems are expected to function in heat, cold, humidity, or under time pressure. When equipment behaves predictably, people can focus on their task instead of the tools. That level of dependability is what we aim for in every solution.

In my work with defence customers, the goal is always the same: to understand how they operate and what reliability means in their specific context. Every site and organisation has its own conditions, routines and priorities. Our role at Abloy is to listen, to share what we’ve learned from similar environments, and to design solutions that fit naturally into existing operations. It’s a continuous dialogue rather than a one-time delivery — and that’s how trust is built, through experience and collaboration over time.

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