Certified High-Security Carpentry

High-security carpentry refers to a set of construction solutions designed to provide certified resistance against intrusion, ballistic attack, vandalism, and, in some cases, fire and explosions. Unlike conventional carpentry, these systems are tested according to specific European standards and have verifiable technical classifications.

In professional projects—luxury residences, private banking, jewelry stores, critical infrastructure, or government buildings—passive security is not optional: it is a structural requirement. The evolution of increasingly sophisticated and organized threats has forced the market to abandon “reinforced” but uncertified solutions and adopt products tested under standards such as EN 1627–1630 or EN 1522 for ballistic resistance.

In this context, specialized manufacturers like CBX Security develop technical carpentry systems that integrate structural engineering, European certifications, and customization capabilities for high-demand projects.

Technical Security Aspects

RC Resistance Levels RC1–RC6
The RC (Resistance Class) classification defined in EN 1627 establishes the level of resistance against manual intrusion attempts using specific tools:

• RC1–RC2: Basic protection against opportunistic attempts.
• RC3: Resistance against additional tools like stronger levers.
• RC4: Protection against heavy tools (hammers, chisels, drills).
• RC5–RC6: Advanced levels against high-power electric tools.

CBX Security solutions include configurations reaching RC3, RC4, and RC5 in different door and enclosure lines, aimed at medium- and high-risk environments.

European Certifications EN 1627–1630
Standards EN 1627 to EN 1630 regulate:

• Resistance to static load
• Resistance to dynamic load
• Manual attack testing

Passing these tests means that the complete assembly (leaf, frame, hardware, and locking system) functions as a certified unit. Reinforcing only part of the system is insufficient; certification is integral.

For ballistic applications, CBX offers solutions tested under EN 1522/1523 with classifications FB4, FB6, and higher, depending on the model and configuration.

Key Technical Components
High-security carpentry includes:

• Structurally reinforced frames anchored to the support using specific systems
• Anti-lever hardware and anti-drill protective shields
• Multipoint locking systems distributing the load along the perimeter
• Reinforced hinges and anti-removal pins

Models such as the CBX-60 armored door integrate this complete structural approach, designed for anti-intrusion applications and, in some versions, ballistic protection.

Technical Materials
Materials used include:

• High-strength structural steel
• Technical reinforced aluminum
• Multi-layer laminated glass with specific interlayers
• Rigid internal components

In windows and glazing systems, the combination of reinforced profiles and laminated safety glass is crucial to achieve RC and ballistic classification.

What the Tests Really Mean
Certifications are not marketing claims; they are laboratory results. During testing:

• Controlled forces are applied
• Attacks with real tools are simulated
• Effective resistance time is measured

This allows architects, engineers, and project managers to specify solutions in technical documents using objective criteria.

Security Windows

High-security windows combine reinforced profiles with multi-layer laminated glazing. CBX develops configurations achieving advanced RC levels and, in critical applications, ballistic FB protection.

Common applications include:

• Luxury residences
• Embassies
• Corporate buildings
  

Automatic Security Doors

CBX also integrates automation in high-security solutions, combining access control, structural resistance, and intensive operability, especially in institutional and corporate environments.

Sector Applications

Luxury Residential
Requires aesthetic integration without sacrificing technical certification. RC3–RC4 armored doors with bulletproof options are prioritized in high-profile homes.

Commercial: Banks and Jewelry Stores
This sector demands RC4–RC5 solutions and often ballistic protection. Doors, windows, and closures must be certified and coordinated with electronic systems.

Industrial: High-Value Warehouses
Structural resistance and mechanical durability are key. Reinforced motorized closures and industrial security doors are prioritized.

Institutional: Embassies and Government Buildings
This environment requires combined protection:

• Anti-intrusion
• Bulletproof
• Access control

Specifications are usually defined by international standards and security audits.

How to Choose the Right Manufacturer and Supplier

Selecting a high-security carpentry manufacturer involves analyzing:

• Mandatory Certifications
  Verify official tests under EN 1627–1630 and, if applicable, EN 1522.

• Experience in Similar Projects
  Track record in critical sectors demonstrates real technical capability.

• Technical Customization
  Each project requires dimensional, aesthetic, and functional adaptation.

• After-Sales Service
  Security does not end at installation. Maintenance and support are essential.

• Regulatory Compliance
  Especially in international projects, the manufacturer must understand local requirements.

Specialized manufacturers like CBX Security operate with a technical approach, European certifications, and adaptability to complex projects.

High-security carpentry is no longer an accessory: it is critical infrastructure within modern architectural design. RC levels, European certifications, and structural engineering make the difference between a reinforced solution and a certified one.

For projects where security is a priority—luxury residences, banking, industry, or institutions—working with specialized manufacturers like CBX ensures regulatory compliance, verified resistance, and technical adaptation.

For detailed technical specifications or project advice, contact the CBX Security technical team.