How to Choose the Right Safe
Define Your Security Needs
Choosing the right safe depends on several key criteria. Before purchasing, clearly identify what you need to protect:
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Jewellery, watches, valuables
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Important documents and passports
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Cash, contracts, securities
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Digital media and backups
At Techno Safe Geneva, we help you select a safe adapted to your assets, your usage, and Swiss insurance requirements.
1. Determine the Safe Capacity
A safe is a long-term security investment.
Plan for 20–50% extra space to anticipate future needs.
💡 Tip: Choosing a slightly larger safe prevents future upgrades and ensures long-term protection.
2. Choose the Locking System
Safes are available with different locking mechanisms:
Key Lock
✅ Traditional solution
✅ Cost-effective
❌ Must manage and secure the key
💡 Ideal for humid environments or when minimising cost
Mechanical Combination Lock
✅ No electronics, long-lasting
✅ Affordable
❌ Requires precise dial operation
Electronic Keypad Lock
✅ Fast and convenient access
✅ No risk of key loss
✅ Multi-user codes + optional audit trail
✅ Lockout after incorrect codes
❌ Battery replacement every ~2 years
For professional or shared use, electronic locks are recommended.
3. Select the Security Level
Safes are classified according to European standards:
StandardTypeProtection
EN 14450Home safes (S1/S2)Basic domestic protection
EN 1143-1Certified burglary-resistant safesAccepted by insurers
Recognised labels: ECB-S, VdS, A2P
4. Professional Installation
A safe may weigh from 50 kg to over 1,000 kg. Proper installation by trained experts ensures:
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Anchoring compliant with insurance requirements
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Maximum resistance to removal
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Protection of floors, walls, and access points
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Discreet and secure transport
Our specialised technicians install safes in Geneva and across Switzerland.
5. Support & Maintenance
Even certified safes may require professional assistance:
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Lost keys
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Forgotten code
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Low battery
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Emergency access
Techno Safe provides after-sales service, maintenance and secure opening assistance.
🎯 The 5-Step Method to Choose Your Safe
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Identify your profile (private, business, administration)
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Determine required volume (+20–50% growth)
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Check installation conditions (weight, anchoring, floor structure)
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Select burglary/fire resistance level
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Choose the lock type suited to your usage
We advise you on standards, insurance compliance, installation and configuration.
🛡️ Choosing a Strong Cabinet
A strong cabinet is ideal for:
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Paper documents
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Folders, archives, hanging files
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IT or photographic equipment
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Bulky valuable items
Available models:
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Single-wall
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Double-wall
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Double-wall with fire insulation
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Certified burglary + fire-rated cabinets
Techno Safe assists you in selecting the right security cabinet for private or professional use.
✅ Conclusion
Choosing the right safe is a strategic decision.
With Techno Safe, you benefit from expert advice, certified products, professional installation and dedicated after-sales support.
📍 Safe installation experts in Geneva
🔒 Certification & insurance guidance
🚚 Secure delivery & installation
🛠️ Service & maintenance