What STARC Systems does

STARC Systems is a Brunswick, Maine-based manufacturer of reusable modular temporary wall systems used to contain dust, noise, debris, and pathogens during construction and renovation in occupied environments. Founded in 2012 by third-generation builder Tim Hebert after observing drywall waste on healthcare jobs, the company designs and builds four core wall systems — RealWall (the original sound-attenuating three-layer panel), LiteBarrier (lightweight dust barrier), FireblockWall (the only reusable one-hour fire-rated temporary wall, ASTM E119 listed by Intertek), and StackBarrier (tall-space partitions) — plus modular anterooms and starter kits. STARC's panels install in minutes without power tools using a proprietary lift-and-drop auto-seal connection, can be reused 50+ times (typical payback in 3–5 uses), and carry ICRA Class IV/V, ASTM E84 Class A, and NFPA 101/241 certifications for healthcare, airport, and data center containment.

The company sells directly to enterprise contractors and facility managers (Turner, DPR, Mortenson, Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, AWS, Meta, VA) and rents through an exclusive national partnership with Sunbelt Rentals supplemented by regional rental partners; pricing is quote-based on hardware purchase or usage-based rental, with installation and field services bundled. STARC's go-to-market is supported by a content-heavy marketing engine (eBooks, webinars, an interactive Wall Wizard tool, and event presence at ASHE, ACI-NA, 7x24 Exchange, RIA, and AAAE), thought-leadership research with Construction Dive, and regulatory collaboration with ASHE on ICRA 2.0 standards. Revenue and profitability figures are not publicly disclosed; the company has raised cumulative disclosed capital of approximately $8.5 million across Maine Technology Institute grants and a $3.5 million Blue Heron Capital round in 2021, with follow-on investment from North Branch Capital in 2025, and operates a new 107,000 sq ft manufacturing facility opened in May 2026 with 136 employees.

Name

STARC Systems

Legal name

STARC Systems, Inc.

Website

https://starcsystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

STARC Systems manufactures reusable modular temporary wall systems (RealWall, LiteBarrier, FireblockWall, StackBarrier) for dust, noise, and infection containment during construction in occupied healthcare, airport, and data center environments, selling and renting to enterprise contractors and facility owners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Modular Temporary Construction Walls

NAICS

Drywall and Insulation Contractors (238310), Drywall and Insulation Contractors (23831)

SIC

Partitions, Shelvg, Lockers, & Office & Store Fixtures (2540), Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448)

akta.pro primary industry

Drywall, Partitions & Suspended Ceilings (IMAFANAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gypsum Board & Drywall Panels (IMADAEAA), Drywall Installation & Replacement (Hang, Tape, Finish) (HSAPAHAC)

Keywords

• Temporary construction walls
• Modular wall systems
• Reusable containment barriers
• Healthcare infection control
• Fire-rated wall panels

Headquarters

HQ city

Brunswick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Temporary Wall System Sales: STARC designs and manufactures reusable modular wall systems (RealWall, LiteBarrier, FireblockWall, StackBarrier) sold directly to contractors and facility managers. Products are available for purchase outright. Systems typically pay for themselves in 3–5 uses.
2. Product Rentals via Channel Partners: STARC maintains an exclusive national partnership with Sunbelt Rentals and regional partners for rental of temporary wall systems. Customers can rent systems with full inventory, installation, removal, and mobilization services.
3. Installation and Field Services: STARC provides expert-backed service from precon to punch list, including job walks with real field reps and custom floor plan panel placement programs. Field representatives support installation across project sites nationwide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

STARC Systems designs and manufactures reusable modular temporary construction wall systems (RealWall, LiteBarrier, FireblockWall, StackBarrier) used to contain dust, noise, and debris during renovation in occupied environments such as hospitals, airports, and data centers. The walls install in minutes without power tools via a lift-and-drop auto-seal connection, are reusable over 50 times, and meet ICRA Class IV/V healthcare and ASTM E119 fire-rating standards. The company also offers modular anterooms and starter kits for healthcare infection control applications.

Product overview

STARC Systems offers a unified platform of reusable temporary construction wall systems designed to contain dust, noise, and debris during renovation in occupied environments. The product portfolio consists of four core wall systems—RealWall (the original with highest durability and sound attenuation), LiteBarrier (lightweight and cost-effective), FireblockWall (one-hour fire-rated), and StackBarrier (for tall spaces)—complemented by modular anterooms for ICRA compliance, starter kits for initial deployment, and a wall selection tool. All systems share a common lift-and-drop connection mechanism and are designed for reuse across dozens of installations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RealWall: The original STARC product providing sound attenuation, dust containment, and durability for healthcare and commercial construction. Features three-layer construction with painted aluminum front, sound-attenuating foam core, and galvanized steel back.
• LiteBarrier
• FireblockWall
• StackBarrier

Products and services

• RealWall Original STARC modular temporary wall system with three-layer construction (painted aluminum front, sound-attenuating polyiso foam core, galvanized steel back). Reduces renovation noise by up to 50%, can be installed or dismantled at 100 linear feet in under one hour by two people, and is reusable over 50 times. Used by healthcare, airport, data center, and commercial construction customers.
• LiteBarrier Lightweight dust barrier system featuring an anodized aluminum frame and bonded FRP panel construction, approximately half the weight of RealWall. Designed for one-person installation on a normal shift, providing dust containment with a clean appearance at lower upfront cost for projects requiring frequent reconfiguration.
• FireblockWall One-hour fire-rated temporary construction wall system with white powder-coated steel on the occupied side, proprietary four-inch core assembly, and galvanized steel back. The only reusable one-hour fire-rated temporary wall on the market, tested and listed by Intertek to ASTM E119. Installs four times faster than traditional drywall and meets NFPA 101/241 requirements.
• StackBarrier Temporary wall system designed for tall spaces and oversized containment challenges, providing the tallest temporary partitions available for construction. Designed for high-bay manufacturing environments, airport atriums, lobbies, and multi-story applications.
• STARC Anteroom Solutions Prefabricated anteroom kits for healthcare ICRA Class V environments, providing staging space for equipment, cart cleaning, and worker gowning/donning. Can be built in approximately one hour and combined with ceiling system for full isolation.
• Starter Kits Pre-configured packages of STARC wall panels, doors, corners, and accessories for initial project needs or maintenance departments requiring material on hand for small projects. Available for direct purchase as an entry point to STARC's reusable wall systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 4x faster installation than traditional drywall
• +12 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Construction DivecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026STARC partnered with Construction Dive to publish joint industry research on construction project delays. Based on a survey of 150 construction leaders, the report revealed that only 1 in 3 projects start on time and identified planning/procurement gaps as key preventable delay drivers. The research serves as a key content marketing asset for STARC's thought leadership positioning.
• Priority Real Estate GroupminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2026Priority Real Estate Group led the design and construction of STARC's new 107,000 sq ft manufacturing facility at 16 Katahdin Drive in Brunswick, Maine. The facility opened in May 2026.
• TechPlace at Brunswick LandingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechPlace at Brunswick Landing provided early-stage support for STARC, offering manufacturing and innovation infrastructure. STARC's origins trace to Brunswick Landing, a former Naval Air Station redevelopment site.
• Sunbelt RentalscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive national rental partnership for STARC temporary wall systems. Sunbelt Rentals offers inventory, installation, removal, and mobilization services nationwide. Referenced as the company's primary rental channel partner.
• ASHE (American Society for Healthcare Engineering)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSTARC collaborated with ASHE to promote adoption of ICRA 2.0 infection control standards across healthcare construction. Jointly surveyed 150+ healthcare professionals on ICRA practices. STARC participated in ASHE HFIC 2026 conference as an exhibitor.
• IntertekcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntertek tested and listed FireblockWall to ASTM E119 standards, enabling the product to meet NFPA 101 and NFPA 241 one-hour fire-rated barrier requirements. Intertek certification is a critical regulatory prerequisite for fire-block wall compliance across jurisdictions.
• UBC (United Brotherhood of Carpenters)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSTARC partnered with UBC for ICRA training, providing education on proper infection control risk assessment and temporary wall installation practices for construction professionals.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DIRTT Environmental Solutions: DIRTT manufactures modular interior wall systems with reconfigurable panels for commercial and healthcare interiors, closely matching STARC's reusable wall value proposition. Both compete in occupied-environment renovations and customized modular construction.
• Panel Built: Panel Built designs and manufactures prefabricated modular wall and enclosure systems, including cleanrooms, offices, and security walls. Comparable to STARC in modular construction focus and customization for industrial/healthcare facilities.
• National Partitions: National Partitions manufactures cleanroom partitions, modular offices, and industrial enclosures using prefabricated panel systems. Directly comparable to STARC's modular wall approach and overlapping customer base in regulated environments.
• Starrco Company: Starrco produces modular office and cleanroom systems using prefabricated wall panels for quick installation. Highly comparable to STARC's value proposition of fast-install, reusable modular walls for occupied environments.
• Porta-King Building Systems: Porta-King designs and manufactures prefabricated modular buildings, wall systems, and cleanrooms for industrial and commercial customers. Overlaps with STARC in modular prefabricated construction for occupied and regulated environments.
• ASI Group: ASI Group manufactures toilet partitions, lockers, and visual display products, with overlap in commercial partition fabrication. Comparable to STARC in prefabricated interior systems sold to facility managers and contractors.

Emerging players

• Trusscore: Trusscore manufactures PVC-based wall and ceiling panels positioned as a drywall alternative for residential, commercial, and agricultural applications. Comparable to STARC as a drywall-replacement material, though more permanent installation and lighter-duty than STARC's reusable temporary walls.
• Walls + Forms: Walls + Forms manufactures reusable modular forming panels and reusable wall systems for construction applications. Comparable to STARC in its focus on reusable, modular panel-based systems that replace traditional materials.
• Easi-Set Industries: Easi-Set Industries produces precast concrete buildings and modular structures. Adjacent peer serving similar contractors and facility customers, though their building technology (precast concrete) differs from STARC's panel systems.

Broad incumbents

• USG Corporation (Knauf): USG (now part of Knauf) is the dominant U.S. manufacturer of gypsum board and drywall panels that STARC's products directly substitute for. Represents the incumbent standard against which STARC competes in construction containment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/starcsys

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds9 records

Investors3 records

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M&A

Investments

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