EVVA over the course of time
Source: EVVA
Date: 2014/05/14
EVVA over the course of time
Founded in Vienna in 1919, the EVVA Group with headquarters in Vienna is now represented by 9 subsidiaries in Europe and distributors worldwide. EVVA employs around 800 people throughout Europe.
Three engineers joined forces in 1919 to form the "Erfindungs-Versuchs-Verwertungs-Anstalt" (Institute for Invention, Experimentation and Application), or EVVA for short. In 1937, EVVA received the first patent for a cylinder padlock, helping the company to strike out on the path of security technology. Nikolaus Bujas took over the company in 1973, invested in machinery and expanded the in-house research and development department.
Research, development & expansion
At the end of the 1970s, Mr. Sven Berlage pushed forward the expansion of the subsidiaries, as well as export and international positioning of the company. Since 1999, Stefan Ehrlich-Adám has been the third generation at the head of the family-run company. He is setting the course for a successful future for EVVA. Alongside tradition, research and development are key focus areas. Innovation and development are important elements to help EVVA grow into a major international player. EVVA is a leading manufacturer of access solutions in Europe.
Best mechanics & innovative electronics
The traditional company EVVA impresses with the best mechanical locking systems and will also offer innovative electronic access solutions in 2014. The product portfolio also includes supplementary security devices, such as lock bars and security fittings.
Facts & figures
Headquarters in Vienna and 9 subsidiaries
450 employees at the headquarters
EVVA supplies in over 50 countries all over the world
700 tonnes of material are processed each year
375 tonnes of chippings produced during production are recycled up to 100%
Long-lasting products: in 2010, a key for a locking system dating back to 1948 was re-ordered and produced by EVVA
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