What Solar Industries does

Solar Industries, Inc. is a family-owned, Tucson, Arizona-headquartered manufacturer of skylights, tubular daylighting devices, and closet/wardrobe doors, founded in 1976 and operating through six company-owned branch locations across Arizona, California, Nevada, and New Mexico. The company's core technology is built around precision heliarc-welded extruded aluminum frames, multi-chambered vinyl frames, UV-stabilized cast acrylic double domes (rated at less than 3% yellowing after 20 years), and the trademarked Skyview® Tubelight and SkyArc™ polycarbonate product families; commercial/industrial offerings under the Acralight Solar sister brand include smoke vents, louvered skylights, fall protection systems, and roof access hatches, with third-party certifications including ICC ESR-2415, UL 972, FM 4431, and UL 793.

The business model is a hardware-sales manufacturer-distributor hybrid. Revenue is generated through one-time unit purchases priced by size, frame material, glazing type, and configuration, with custom fabrication available on request. Go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer sales via six branches, a nationwide dealer network (extending into select international markets), and contractor/DIY builder channels supported by technical documentation and installation guides. The customer base is horizontally segmented across residential homeowners, builders and roofing contractors, architects and designers, and commercial/industrial building owners; no institutional investors, parent company, or public-market listing has been identified.

Commercially, Solar Industries competes on durability (lifetime warranty on Skyview® products), energy efficiency (Low-E glazing, dual-dome thermal barriers), customizability (ridgelites, pyramids, octagons, mulled units), and Southwest distribution proximity. The family also operates sister companies Acralight Solar (commercial daylighting), The Window Depot (premium windows/doors), and SI Windows (energy-efficient windows) under common ownership, broadening the addressable product surface beyond the Solar Industries brand alone.

Name

Solar Industries

Legal name

Solar Industries, Inc.

Website

https://solarindustriesinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Solar Industries is a family-owned, Tucson-based manufacturer of residential and commercial skylights, tubular daylighting devices, and closet doors, selling through six Southwest US branches, a dealer network, and contractor/DIY channels since 1976.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Skylight and Daylighting Systems Manufacturing

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (33513), Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132)

SIC

Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Skylights, Roof Windows & Daylighting (IMADAFAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Skylights & Roof Windows (IMADAIAD)

Keywords

• Skylight manufacturing
• Closet door systems
• Tubular daylighting
• Commercial skylights
• Building daylighting

Headquarters

HQ city

Tucson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Skylight Products: Sale of residential and commercial skylights including aluminum, vinyl, tubular, and custom skylights. Products are sold through direct branch locations, dealers, and contractors with one-time purchase pricing.
2. Closet/Wardrobe Doors: Sale of mirrored, vinyl board, and steel closet doors including bypass, bifold, and swing door configurations. Sold through dealers and directly to consumers.
3. Replacement Parts: Sale of acrylic replacement domes (ARD) for existing skylight installations, allowing customers to replace worn or damaged domes without full unit replacement.
4. Fall Protection and Security Products: Sale of burglar bars, safety bars, and fall protection screens (AcraGuard FPS) for skylight safety and security compliance.
5. Commercial/Industrial Products: Sale of industrial skylights, smoke vents, louvered skylights, and roof access products for commercial and industrial applications through Acralight Solar brand.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Solar Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures, and distributes skylights (aluminum, vinyl, tubular, and custom-fabricated in unique shapes), residential closet doors (steel and aluminum, in bypass, bifold, and swing configurations), and commercial/industrial daylighting products under the Acralight Solar brand (polycarbonate skylights, smoke vents, louvered skylights, fall protection, and roof access hatches). Distribution combines six company-owned branch locations across the Southwestern United States with a nationwide dealer network and contractor/DIY builder engagement channels.

Product overview

Solar Industries is a multi-location skylight and wardrobe door manufacturing company serving residential and commercial markets across the southwestern United States. The product portfolio is organized into two core categories: (1) Skyview® Skylights product line featuring aluminum skylights, vinyl skylights, tubular skylights (Skyview® Tubelight), custom-made skylights, and replacement domes (ARD); and (2) Closet Doors including steel and aluminum options in bi-pass, bifold, and swing configurations with mirror and vinyl board finishes. The company also operates the Acralight Solar brand for commercial and industrial applications, offering SkyArc™ polycarbonate skylights, smoke vents, louvered skylights, fall protection systems, and roof access hatches. All Skyview® skylights are backed by a lifetime warranty, with Energy Star certification on qualifying models.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Skyview: Brand name for skylights and tubular skylight products, including Skyview Skylights and Skyview Tubelight systems.
• SkyArc
• Skyview Tubelight

Products and services

• Skyview® Skylights Premium skylight product line featuring aluminum and vinyl frames in fixed and operable configurations, with acrylic dome and flat glass glazing options for residential daylighting applications. Backed by a lifetime warranty and includes energy-efficient low-E glass options on qualifying models.
• Skyview® Tubelight (Tubular Skylights) Tubular skylight system designed for maximum light collection with simplified installation, featuring silver-etched aluminum tubes for optimal light transmission through roof-mounted domes into interior spaces via highly reflective tubes. Targeted at residential and commercial applications where traditional skylight installation is impractical.
• Aluminum Skylights Precision heliarc-welded extruded aluminum frame skylights available in curb-mount and self-flashing configurations, featuring non-combustible design, integrated weep hole drainage system, and high-quality aluminum construction for durability and structural integrity.
• Vinyl Skylights Energy-efficient vinyl-framed skylights that minimize heat/cold transfer and virtually eliminate condensation, featuring multi-chambered vinyl frame construction and Low-E glass options for thermal performance.
• Custom Made Skylights Custom-fabricated skylights in unique shapes including ridgelites, acrylic pyramids, mulled units, octagons, and triangles to meet exact specifications and project requirements.
• SkyArc™ Polycarbonate Skylights Industrial-grade galvanized steel or aluminum curb-mounted skylights featuring the SkyArc™ dome design for superior light distribution combined with SkyTough™ impact-resistant polycarbonate glazing. Meets UL 972 Safety Burglar Resistant Glazing Material and FM 4431 Approved Option. Targeted at commercial and industrial building daylighting applications.
• Smoke Vents Roof smoke and heat vents available in UL Listed and FM Approved configurations for industrial fire safety, featuring single and dual lid designs with fusible link activation. Distributed under the Acralight Solar brand for commercial and industrial buildings.
• Louvered Skylights SkyArc™ polycarbonate louvered skylights with natural gravity ventilation for reducing interior heat loads in industrial applications. Combines daylighting with heat-reducing ventilation.
• Steel Closet Doors Painted steel closet doors available in framed and frameless styles with bypass or bifold configurations, including mirror, vinyl board, and six-panel options for residential closet applications.
• Aluminum Closet Doors Anodized aluminum construction closet doors available in narrow stile designs with bypass and bifold models, featuring mirror and frameless options for residential closet applications.
• Roof Access Hatches Galvanized steel roof access hatches with self-flashing curbs and optional acrylic domes, designed for safety with extended cap flashing and safety railing compatibility. Targeted at commercial and industrial buildings requiring safe roof access.

Quantifiable outcome

• Less than 3% acrylic yellowing after 20 years of use
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Acralight SolarcoreOthersAcralight Solar is a sister company under the same family ownership, specializing in innovative daylighting solutions for commercial projects. Shares the same dedication to excellence as Solar Industries Inc.
• The Window DepotcoreOthersSister company supplying homeowners with premium windows, doors, and home improvement products. Part of the same family-owned business group.
• SI WindowscoreOthersSister company delivering energy-efficient, durable windows engineered for performance and style. Part of the same family-owned business group with shared mission for long-lasting, dependable products.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Velux Group: The global leader in residential and commercial skylights and roof windows, with a full range of fixed, vented, tubular, and solar-powered skylights. Directly comparable to Solar Industries across the core skylight product category, though operating at vastly greater scale and brand recognition.
• Fakro: International manufacturer of roof windows, skylights, and tubular daylighting devices with strong residential and commercial product lines. Directly competes with Solar Industries in fixed and operable skylights and custom sizes, particularly in custom-shaped roof openings.
• Wasco Skylights: U.S. manufacturer of residential and commercial skylights, including custom and standard units. Comparable to Solar Industries in product breadth across aluminum and vinyl frame skylights and a similar emphasis on custom fabrication.
• Sun-Tek Skylights: U.S.-based skylight manufacturer producing aluminum and vinyl-framed residential skylights. Directly comparable to Solar Industries' aluminum and vinyl curb-mount product lines and similar direct-to-consumer/dealer distribution model.
• Bristolite Daylighting Systems: Skylight and daylighting system manufacturer focused on aluminum-framed commercial and residential units. Comparable to Solar Industries in commercial-grade skylight offerings, particularly the Acralight-branded industrial product line.
• CrystaLite Skylights: U.S. manufacturer of residential and commercial aluminum skylights, including operable and fixed configurations. Directly comparable to Solar Industries' aluminum-framed products and the self-flashing/curb-mount configuration split.

Broad incumbents

• Kingspan Light + Air: Large building envelope manufacturer offering skylights, smoke vents, and roof access products as part of a broader daylighting and ventilation portfolio. Comparable to the Acralight commercial and industrial line but operates at much larger scale across multiple product categories.
• Andersen Corporation: Major U.S. window and door manufacturer with a skylight and roof window product line. Comparable to Solar Industries in residential fenestration but at vastly larger scale and with broader product range (windows, doors, skylights).
• Pella Corporation: Large national window and door manufacturer offering a smaller skylight/roof window product line. Comparable to Solar Industries' residential skylight offering but as a much broader fenestration incumbent.

Regional players

• Major Industries Inc. Skylight and translucent panel manufacturer focused on commercial and architectural daylighting. Comparable to Solar Industries' commercial/Acralight product line in daylighting applications but with stronger commercial/architectural focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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