Studson
Studson is a US-based protective headgear manufacturer founded in 2019 that designs and sells ANSI Type II safety helmets, face shields, and accessories for industrial and construction workers, distributing through direct enterprise sales across North America and pursuing EU expansion.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2019
- HeadquartersTigard, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Studson does
Studson, Inc. is a US-based protective headgear manufacturer founded in 2019 by Ryan Barnes and headquartered in Tigard, Oregon. The company designs and sells ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II safety helmets for industrial workers — a category it pioneered in North America by adapting impact-absorption and fit technologies from action-sports helmets to the construction and industrial safety market. Its unified product platform is the SHK-1 helmet family, offered in Full Brim and Standard Brim configurations across vented (Class C) and non-vented (Class E, 20,000V electrical-rated) variants, with specialized sub-lines including the Carbon Collection (premium carbon-fiber styling) and HighBar Collection (proprietary adjustable chin strap). Integrated technologies include Koroyd welded-polymer impact absorption, Twiceme NFC chips for emergency medical/contact data, Fidlock magnetic chin-strap buckles, and Ionic+ antimicrobial padding. The line is supported by an accessory ecosystem covering face shields, safety eyewear, headlamps, and replacement parts.
Studson generates revenue through direct B2B sales of helmets (priced from $130 for the SHK-1 Full Brim Vented) and accessories, primarily to US general contractors and industrial customers. Distribution is via a direct enterprise sales motion — the company employs regional territory managers across the US plus dedicated national account, international, and European business development leadership — supplemented by its Shopify-powered ecommerce site. Named enterprise customers include Clayco (3,000-unit SHK-1 full-brim initial order in 2023) and Michuda Construction (company-wide deployment in 2025 integrated with the Michuda Mobile jobsite software via the Twiceme NFC chip). The company is pursuing EN 397:2025 CE certification to enter the European Union market in Q1 2026 and offers a CSA Z94.1 dual-certified variant for Canadian customers.
The company is privately held, founder-controlled, and has raised $2.48 million via an SEC Form D securities offering in November 2023 alongside a strategic collaboration with Swedish workwear manufacturer Blaklader. Headcount is in the 11–50 range, and there is no evidence of institutional venture or private-equity backing beyond the disclosed Form D filing.
Studson firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Studson
- Legal name
- Studson, Inc.
- Website
- https://studson.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2019
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Studson is a US-based protective headgear manufacturer founded in 2019 that designs and sells ANSI Type II safety helmets, face shields, and accessories for industrial and construction workers, distributing through direct enterprise sales across North America and pursuing EU expansion.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Studson industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Safety Helmets
- NAICS
- Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (3159)
- SIC
- Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Protective & Work Accessories Manufacturing (Safety Gloves/Hi-Vis Accessories) (IMAOAFAH)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Safety, Lighting & Security Hardware Manufacturing (Helmets/Lights/Locks) (IMACAOAJ)
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Where Studson is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Tigard
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Markets served
Studson business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Studson product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Studson designs, manufactures, and sells the SHK-1 family of ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II safety helmets for industrial workers and construction professionals, integrating patented action-sports impact technologies such as Koroyd, Twiceme NFC, and Fidlock. The helmet line is offered in Full Brim, Standard Brim, Vented, Non-Vented, US/Canada Dual Cert, and HighBar chin-strap variants, supported by a Carbon Collection premium sub-brand and an accessory ecosystem (face shields, eyewear, headlamps, replacement parts).
Product overview
STUDSON is a safety helmet manufacturer offering a unified product platform based on the SHK-1 helmet family. The core portfolio centers on ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II safety helmets available in Full Brim and Standard Brim configurations, with specialized variants including the HighBar Collection (featuring proprietary adjustable chin strap technology), Carbon Collection (premium carbon fiber styling), and Dual Cert line (certified for both US and Canadian markets). The SHK-1 helmets integrate multiple protective technologies including Koroyd welded tube impact absorption, Twiceme NFC emergency data storage, Fidlock magnetic chin straps, and Ionic+ antimicrobial materials. The product line is supported by a comprehensive accessory ecosystem including face shields, safety glasses, headlamps, and replacement parts.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Carbon Collection: Premium helmet line featuring carbon fiber styling with the same safety technologies as standard SHK-1 helmets.
- HighBar Collection
Products and services
- SHK-1 Safety Helmet Flagship ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II safety helmet with Koroyd impact absorption, Twiceme NFC emergency data, Fidlock magnetic chin strap, and Ionic+ antimicrobial padding, available in Full Brim and Standard Brim configurations with vented and non-vented options. Designed for industrial workers and construction professionals requiring top, front, side, and rear head impact protection.
- SHK-1 Full Brim Helmet Full brim safety helmet providing 360-degree rain and sun coverage, certified to ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type I and Type II standards. Features Koroyd impact absorption technology and is available in Class C (vented) and Class E (non-vented/electrical rated up to 20,000 volts) configurations for industrial workers and construction professionals.
- SHK-1 Standard Brim Helmet Cap-style safety helmet for industrial athletes, certified to ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type II standards with rear dial fit system. Compatible with SHK-1 Half Shield, Headlamp, Ear Defenders, Neck Shade, and other accessories.
- SHK-1 Full Brim Dual Cert Helmet Safety helmet certified to both ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 (R2019) Type II (United States) and CSA Z94.1-2015 Type II (Canada), providing top, front, side, and rear head protection across North American job sites. Available in Class C and Class E configurations.
- SHK-1 Full Brim HighBar Helmet
- Carbon Collection
- Safety Glasses (Sentinel, Guardian, Watchman)
- Full Brim Face Shields
- SHK-1 Half Shield
- SHK-1 Headlamp
- Replacement Parts
Companies that use Studson
Customer profileIdeal customer profiles2 records
Studson technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Studson partnerships and signals
Strategic signalRecent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Studson competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- ERB Safety: ERB Safety manufactures hard hats and head protection sold primarily through U.S. industrial distributors. Directly comparable product overlap (Type I/II hard hats) and similar mid-market positioning in construction and industrial safety channels.
- Bullard: Bullard is a U.S.-based specialist in head, eye and face protection for industrial workers, including hard hat lines that compete head-to-head with the SHK-1 in construction and heavy industry channels. The most directly comparable specialized head-protection manufacturer to Studson.
- JSP Ltd: JSP is a UK-based safety equipment manufacturer best known for its EVO and Linesman hard hats sold into construction and utilities worldwide. Directly comparable as a safety-helmet specialist with similar ANSI/EN certifications and industrial channel presence.
- Petzl: Petzl is a French manufacturer of helmets and head protection for work at heights, mountaineering and rescue. Highly comparable on premium safety helmet technology and ANSI/EN-certified head protection serving industrial climbing and tower/utility workers.
- KASK: KASK is an Italian premium helmet maker whose Zenith and Super plasma lines sell premium safety helmets into construction, rescue and work-at-heights markets globally. Closest analog to Studson's premium, tech-forward positioning with similar ANSI/EN certification profiles.
- Pyramex: Pyramex is a U.S. manufacturer of safety eyewear, head protection and hearing protection sold across industrial and construction channels. Comparable as a multi-category safety accessory maker whose hard hat line overlaps the SHK-1.
Broad incumbents
- Honeywell (Miller / Industrial PPE): Honeywell's Industrial PPE group, including the Miller brand, distributes hard hats and head protection alongside fall protection, hearing and respiratory products. A broad incumbent with overlapping industrial head-protection offerings.
- MSA Safety: MSA Safety is a long-established manufacturer of hard hats and safety helmets (e.g., V-Gard line) sold through industrial distributors. Direct head-protection overlap with Studson's SHK-1, though MSA also spans fall protection, gas detection and fire service.
- 3M (Safety Division): 3M's Safety division manufactures hard hats and head protection alongside a much broader PPE portfolio (respiratory, hearing, eye). Comparable as a head-protection competitor in the same construction/industrial channel, but 3M is a multi-billion-dollar conglomerate, not a niche specialist like Studson.
Emerging players
- WernerCo (Fall Protection / Werner): WernerCo supplies climbing, fall protection and access equipment into construction and industrial channels and is expanding into adjacent PPE. Adjacent comparison point on premium safety gear distribution to similar end customers, though not a direct hard-hat competitor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Studson social profiles
Digital presenceStudson compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
Studson financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Studson leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles14 records
Studson funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors
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Studson M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Studson
What does Studson do?
Studson designs, manufactures, and sells the SHK-1 family of ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II safety helmets for industrial workers and construction professionals, integrating patented action-sports impact technologies such as Koroyd, Twiceme NFC, and Fidlock. The helmet line is offered in Full Brim, Standard Brim, Vented, Non-Vented, US/Canada Dual Cert, and HighBar chin-strap variants, supported by a Carbon Collection premium sub-brand and an accessory ecosystem (face shields, eyewear, headlamps, replacement parts).
Is Studson a public or private company?
Studson is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Studson founded?
Studson was founded in 2019. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Studson based?
Studson is headquartered in Tigard, United States, in the North America region.
Who are Studson's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are ERB Safety, Bullard, JSP Ltd, Petzl, KASK and Pyramex. Broad incumbents are Honeywell (Miller / Industrial PPE), MSA Safety and 3M (Safety Division). WernerCo (Fall Protection / Werner) is listed as an emerging player.
Does Studson have an API?
No public API is recorded for Studson.
What industry is Studson in?
Studson's product category is Industrial Safety Helmets. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAOAFAH, Protective & Work Accessories Manufacturing (Safety Gloves/Hi-Vis Accessories), with a secondary code of IMACAOAJ, Safety, Lighting & Security Hardware Manufacturing (Helmets/Lights/Locks). Its NAICS code is 3159 and its SIC code is 3842.