Panic Rooms
Panic rooms, also known as safe rooms, are reinforced security enclosures designed to protect occupants during high-risk situations such as home invasions, armed robbery, kidnapping attempts, or violent attacks.
At Arcas Gruber, we design and install custom-built panic rooms certified to European security standards, offering controlled refuge until emergency services arrive.
What Is a Panic Room?
A panic room is a fortified space within a building designed to provide immediate protection for people during critical security incidents. Unlike standard secure rooms, panic rooms are engineered to resist forced entry, ballistic threats, fire exposure, and prolonged attack scenarios.
They form part of an integrated security strategy for high-risk environments.
Who Requires a Panic Room?
Panic rooms are recommended for individuals and facilities exposed to elevated threat levels:
- High-profile individuals and executives
- Judges, politicians, diplomats, and public officials
- Luxury residences and private estates
- Embassies and government buildings
- Corporate headquarters with sensitive data
European Certifications and Compliance
Arcas Gruber panic rooms are designed and tested according to recognized European standards:
- UNE EN 1143-1: Burglary resistance (Grades III to IX)
- EN 1522 / EN 1523: Ballistic resistance (FB2 to FB6)
- EN 13501: Fire performance classification (optional configurations)
Construction and Materials
Our panic rooms are built using multi-layer security panels combining:
- Reinforced structural steel
- Ballistic composite materials
- Fire-resistant insulation layers
- Anti-manipulation internal reinforcements
This construction provides resistance against:
- Forced mechanical entry
- Fire exposure up to 120 minutes
- Handgun and rifle fire
- Targeted attack attempts
Locking and Access Systems
- Mechanical or electronic locking systems
- Multi-point deadbolt locking
- Time-delay and panic locking functions
- Optional biometric access control
Discreet Architectural Integration
Panic rooms are designed to remain visually undetectable. They can be concealed behind:
- Wardrobes or furniture systems
- False walls or utility rooms
- Architectural partitions
Our engineers coordinate with architects and interior designers to ensure discretion without compromising accessibility.
Life-Support and Emergency Systems
- Independent power supply and LED lighting
- Emergency ventilation and air renewal systems
- Intercom and communication units
- CCTV monitoring inside and outside the room
- Fire detection and suppression options
Integration with Secure Storage
Many panic rooms include integrated storage solutions such as:
- Security safes
- Certified safes for valuables
- Fireproof safes for documents and data
Installation and Project Management
Each panic room is delivered as a turnkey project:
- Threat and risk assessment
- Structural feasibility analysis
- Custom engineering and manufacturing
- On-site installation by certified technicians
- Final inspection and compliance verification
Why Choose Arcas Gruber Panic Rooms?
- Over 100 years of experience in high-security engineering
- Certified protection according to European standards
- Custom-built solutions for each project
- Discreet integration and professional installation
- Trusted by government institutions and private clients
Request Your Panic Room Project
If you require a custom panic room for your residence, business, or institution, our security engineers will assist you from initial assessment to final installation.
Contact Arcas Gruber today for confidential technical consultation and a tailored proposal.
