INNOVATION
The Key Safe Company
The ark Tamo Maximum Security Key Safe used for AirBnB access
The ark Tamo Maximum Security Key Safe
David Ogden (CEO & Founder), Gareth Williams (Director of Engineering) and Robert Williams (Engineer)
For three decades, The Key Safe Company has been transforming the way people think about property access, security and independent living. From supporting emergency access for vulnerable residents to protecting commercial premises around the world, this Worcester- based business has built its reputation on one simple principle: reliable access should never compromise security. For many years a champion of better industry standards – within the context that not all key safes are equal – The Key Safe Company has blazed a trail for others in access management to follow. Its King’s Award for Enterprise Innovation recognises the success of the company’s ark Tamo™ a next-generation, mechanical, multi-push key safe designed to combine accessibility with industry-leading protection standards. The award-winning ark Tamo™ represents the culmination of years of tireless research, development and technical refinement. Designed to address growing concerns around property security and unauthorised access, the product achieved the highest level of independent security accreditation available within its category. It’s world-first, patented multi-push technology also allows for a code to be used in the key safe up to 4 times, instead of the industry standard once, creating over 9.7million code combinations – setting a new benchmark for the industry Raising standards What distinguishes this innovation is not simply the engineering behind it, but the wider social impact it delivers. Key safes are increasingly relied upon by emergency responders, carers, families and businesses where dependable access is critical. By combining advanced protection with practical usability, The Key Safe Company has created a police preferred, third-party accredited product capable of supporting everyday
convenience and life-saving situations. David Ogden, Founder and CEO of The Key Safe Company, believes the recognition reflects the long- term dedication of the entire business, not just its design and manufacturing teams. He says: “We are absolutely delighted to have received a King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation. “For 30 years, our focus has been on designing products that genuinely solve problems for people. Whether that is enabling safer independent living, supporting emergency access or helping organisations better protect their properties. “The development of ark Tamo™ was driven by decades of invaluable customer feedback and a determination to raise standards across the sector. We knew customers wanted an access management solution that offered exceptional security without compromising ease of use; and achieving that balance required significant investment and expertise in research, testing and design. “This award is recognition of the commitment, expertise and passion shown by our entire team, past and present. Every member of staff has contributed to building a business centred on trust, quality and innovation. To receive recognition at this level is a tremendous honour for us all, and we are so proud to represent British design on the international stage.” “For 30 years, our focus has been on designing products that genuinely solve problems for people. Whether that is enabling safer independent living, supporting emergency access or helping organisations better protect their properties”
The Key Safe Company Warehouse
Core values An advocate for excellence in innovation, international trade, sustainable development and social mobility, The Key Safe Company’s core values and ambitions mirror those of the King’s Award. The business now employs around 30 people and has become a trusted name in secure access solutions across the residential, healthcare and commercial sectors, not just in the UK, but around the world. The company is enjoying a meteoric growth in sales across Europe and recently launched into the B2B markets of North America and Australasia. For The Key Safe Company, the King’s Award represents not only a significant milestone in its 30th anniversary year, but also an endorsement of the role innovation can play in improving safety, independence and peace of mind for people around the world.
THE KEY SAFE COMPANY Unit 4-5 Nunnery Park, Hornhill Road, Worcester, WR4 0SX Tel: 0330 363 0303 • sales@keysafe.co.uk www.keysafe.co.uk key-safe keysafeuk
King’s Awards Magazine 2026
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