Tag: Boon Edam
Boon Edam celebrates 150 years of excellence
April 21, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor
LAS VEGAS – This year a big player in the physical access security industry celebrates an important milestone in their history.
2023 marks the 150th anniversary for Boon Edam, a company that’s come to be recognized around the world for their revolving doors and other security accesses. Originally founded as a carpenters shop in 1873, they relocated to Edam in 1970 and began the transition to the company they are today.
“We started the same year as Heineken Beer and Levi...
Leveraging security entrances in the new age of hybrid workforces
January 19, 2023JC Powell, vice president of sales, Boon Edam
YARMOUTH, Maine—In March 2020, organizations across the globe sent their employees home not knowing when or how they would return. Almost three years later, many workplaces seem to have found their answer in a hybrid workforce.
Under a hybrid workforce model, organizations grant their employees the flexibility to work either from home or from the office. This schedule can be dynamic or consistent, with some employees scheduled to come into the office on certain days, and some on others....
Boon Edam makes several key staff appointment announcements
October 12, 2022SSN Staff
RALEIGH, N.C. - Architectural revolving door and security entrance provider Boon Edam has announced several key new personnel appointments to support its recent growth.
Boon Edam said the roles would be critical in supporting the expansion of the company and continuing success they’ve had. “We are thrilled to have both new and returning members of staff join our team during this time of unprecedented growth,” said Valerie Currin, President & Managing Director at Boon Edam. “These...
Boon Edam debuts new secure overhead detection system at GSX
September 20, 2022SSN Staff
ATLANTA, GA – Global producer of architectural revolving doors and security entrance Boon Edam have introduced their new secure overhead detection system, BE Secure.
Being showcased at GSX 2022 this year, the system is designed for use with Turnlock Full Height Turnstiles. Designed with detection and prevention in mind the system works in tandem with Boon Edams full height turnstile offerings to prevent piggybacking.
“Boon Edam’s full height turnstiles have long been a solution...
Creating a culture of curiosity vs. complacency
July 20, 2022JC Powell, VP of Sales, Boon Edam
YARMOUTH, Maine—Albert Einstein once said, “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” This is especially true of physical security.
Most people like to do their research before buying a car. It usually starts with an evaluation of personal requirements including budget, safety, style, size, and more.
Then it comes time to conduct online research, visit dealerships, talk finance, read reviews, etc. With so many available options,...
Boon Edam’s North American headquarters receives SHARP certificate
March 3, 2022SSN Staff
LILLINGTON, N.C.—Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that its North American headquarters was presented with a Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) certificate during a formal ceremony on March 2, 2022.
The ceremony was held at Boon Edam’s Lillington, N.C. manufacturing facility. Patrick Nora, President & Managing Director of Boon Edam Manufacturing, USA, opened the ceremony with a welcome...
Boon Edam entrances now available on BSD SpecLink
August 10, 2021SSN Staff
LILLINGTON, N.C. —Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that its most in-demand entrance products are now available on SpecLink, an online specification platform.
SpecLink helps architects, engineers, specifiers, building owners and designers simplify and improve their approach to creating and collaborating on building project specifications. It is a cloud-based tool created by Building Systems Design, Inc. that streamlines workflow,...
Boon Edam unveils mapping tool for long-term entrance planning
June 24, 2021SSN Staff
LILLINGTON, N.C.—Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has announced a new solution mapping tool, BoonSelect, that breaks down the complex entry selection process and helps decision makers choose the right entrance solutions for their unique goals.
BoonSelect features seven factors to consider prior to making an entrance decision. Boon Edam entry experts are trained on the right questions to ask as they walk a decision maker...
Boon Edam publishes new access control best-practices whitepaper
April 14, 2021SSN Staff
LILLINGTON, N.C. —Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has published a new whitepaper for security professionals entitled, “Access Control Integration with Turnstiles and Security Doors.”
The publication outlines the five basic components of an access control system and explores its inherent weaknesses related to working with different types of entrances in controlling unauthorized entry. The whitepaper then reveals...
Boon Edam Inc. opens three new service centers
March 17, 2021SSN Staff
LILLINGTON, North Carolina—Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced the opening of three Service Centers in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Atlanta.
Each Service Center supports customers in the immediate surrounding states, making it easier to receive product installation services, planned preventative maintenance, and quick response to service calls on the East Coast. These Service Centers...