Fiberglass Coatings

What Fiberglass Coatings does

Fiberglass Coatings, Inc. (FGCI) is a St. Petersburg, Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of composite materials founded in 1960, operating as the largest independently owned composites distributor in the state. The company produces and sells a comprehensive portfolio spanning gelcoats (sprayable and brushable, MACT-compliant), polyester and vinylester resins, multi-component epoxy systems (proprietary lines branded Superbond, SuperNfusion, and Superclear), fiberglass reinforcement fabrics (cloth, woven roving, chopped strand mat, carbon fiber, stitchmat), vacuum bagging and infusion supplies, putties, fillers, and related tools and safety equipment. On-site gelcoat color matching via photospectrometer and custom formulation by in-house chemists support B2B/OEM private-label and toll production work alongside catalog distribution.

The company serves a diversified customer base across Marine/Boat Building (primary), Automotive/Street & Racing, Aeronautics, Woodworking (river tables, countertops), Pool Repair, Industrial/OEM, and DIY/Hobbyist segments, with applications ranging from boat hull lamination and gelcoat repair to vacuum bag infusion of structural composites and deep-pour epoxy art. Customer segments range from individual DIY consumers through SMB boat builders to commercial salvage operators and OEM manufacturers.

FGCI distributes through three primary channels: direct-to-consumer e-commerce at fgci.com, two physical retail storefronts in Florida (St. Petersburg HQ and Fort Lauderdale), and outside sales support for resellers with private labeling and toll production services. Products are priced on a per-unit basis from under $10 to over $500, with quote-based pricing for drum and bulk quantities; smaller orders ship ground and larger orders ship via freight, with same-day shipping before 1pm EST. The company operates 300,000 square feet of warehousing, a delivery fleet, 100+ employees, and was acquired by Third Arch Investments in August 2023 with private credit from NewSpring Mezzanine and support from Tecum Capital Partners, with stated intent to expand production capacity and the DTC channel.

Name

Fiberglass Coatings

Legal name

Fiberglass Coatings, Inc.

Website

https://fgci.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Fiberglass Coatings (FGCI) is a Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of composite materials — gelcoats, resins, epoxies, and fiberglass reinforcement products — serving marine, automotive, aeronautics, woodworking, and DIY customers across the U.S. via e-commerce, two retail storefronts, and reseller channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Composite Materials Distribution & Manufacturing

NAICS

Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (3252), Fabric Coating Mills (313320), Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (325220)

SIC

Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Broadwoven Fabric Mills, Man Made Fiber & Silk (2221), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro primary industry

FRP/GRP & Composite Materials (Resins, Fibers, Core Materials) (IMAJAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Composite Reinforcement Textiles (Carbon/Glass/Aramid Fabrics & Preforms) (IMAOADAH), Coated, Laminated & Membrane Fabrics (CRAAAMAF)

Keywords

• Composite materials distribution
• Marine gelcoat products
• Polyester epoxy resins
• Fiberglass reinforcement supplies
• Boat building materials

Headquarters

HQ city

St. Petersburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (E-commerce): Direct-to-consumer online sales through fgci.com shop, selling polyester resin, epoxy resin, gelcoats, fiberglass materials, tools and supplies. Products sold in various sizes from quarts to drums with pricing ranging from under $10 to over $500.
2. Reseller/Wholesale Distribution: Outside sales support and competitive pricing for resellers. Private labeling services and toll production available for B2B customers.
3. Technical Services: Technical staff with hands-on experience available to support customers with product selection and application guidance, driving product sales.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Fiberglass Coatings manufactures and distributes composite materials including gelcoats, polyester and vinylester resins, epoxy laminating and casting systems, fiberglass and carbon-fiber reinforcement fabrics, vacuum bagging/infusion supplies, putties, fillers, adhesives, and related tools/accessories. The company sells to marine, automotive, aeronautics, woodworking, pool-repair, and industrial/OEM customers through its e-commerce storefront, two Florida retail locations, and an outside-sales channel with private-label and toll-production services.

Product overview

Fiberglass Coatings (FGCI) is a manufacturer and distributor of composite materials offering a comprehensive portfolio centered around marine and industrial coatings, resins, and reinforcement materials. The product portfolio consists of multiple product lines including: gelcoat products (FGCI Gelcoat Kit, Brushable Gelcoat, and Gelcoat Putty Repair Kit); epoxy systems (SuperNfusion Infusion Epoxy, Superbond Epoxy Laminating System, and Marine Grade Laminating Epoxy); polyester resins (Vinylester, General Purpose, Isophthalic, and Boatyard formulations); Superclear epoxy products for woodworking and countertops (Table Top, Liquid Glass Deep Pour, Countertop, and WB Primer); fiberglass reinforcement materials (Cloth, Woven Roving, Chopped Strand Mat, Carbon Fiber, and Stitchmat); vacuum bagging and infusion supplies (Airtech Starter Kit, Peel Ply, Sealant Tape, and Bagging Film); putties and fillers (Super Poly Fill, Trowel-On Epoxy Fairing Putty, and Glass Microspheres); and general tools and supplies (Catalyst, Rollers, Brushes, Safety Equipment). The company operates as both manufacturer and distributor, serving marine, automotive, aeronautics, and woodworking industries through retail locations in Fort Lauderdale and St. Petersburg, Florida.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Superbond: Superbond Epoxy Laminating System - a versatile epoxy system for marine, aviation, auto body, and woodworking applications.
• SuperNfusion
• Superclear

Products and services

• FGCI Marine Gelcoat Product Family MACT-compliant marine grade polyester gelcoat family for boat building and repair, available in sprayable and brushable formulations plus a putty repair kit for scratches, dings, and cracks. Targeted at marine fabricators, boat builders, and DIY boat owners.
• SuperNfusion 3:1 Infusion Epoxy Premier epoxy resin engineered for vacuum bag infusion processes with high tensile strength, hardness, and thermal stability. Sold to composite manufacturers and advanced marine/aviation fabricators needing vacuum infusion performance.
• Superbond Epoxy Laminating System Versatile laminating epoxy system for marine, aviation, auto body, and woodworking applications with multiple hardener options for customizable working time, hardness, heat resistance, and clarity. Sold to professional and DIY composite fabricators.
• FGCI Marine Grade Laminating Epoxy Marine grade laminating fiberglass epoxy available in 1:1 slow and 3:1 fast formulations with extended working times for boat and composite construction. Targeted at professional marine builders and serious DIY users.
• Superclear Epoxy Resins (Table Top, Countertop, Liquid Glass Deep Pour) Clear epoxy resin product family for woodworking applications including Table Top 1:1 for live-edge and inlay work, Countertop 2:1 food-grade compliant resin, and Liquid Glass Deep Pour 2:1 for casting up to 2-4 inches thick. Targeted at woodworkers, countertop fabricators, and DIY crafters.
• Polyester & Vinylester Resin Product Family Polyester and vinylester resin product family covering general purpose, isophthalic, boatyard, vinylester, vinylester vacuum infusion, and clear casting formulations for marine, automotive, spa/pool, and composite fabrication. Sold to boat builders, repair shops, and industrial customers.
• Fiberglass Reinforcement Materials Reinforcement fabrics including fiberglass cloth, chopped strand mat, woven roving, carbon fiber cloth, double bias 1708, and stitchmat, sold by the linear yard in widths up to 60 inches. Targeted at boat builders and composite fabricators needing reinforcement layers.
• Vacuum Bagging & Resin Infusion Supplies Vacuum bagging and resin infusion supplies including the Airtech Resin Infusion Starter Kit (pump, hoses, fittings, clamps), AT200Y sealant tape, white peel ply, and Econolon vacuum bagging/debulking film. Sold to professional composite fabricators using vacuum infusion processes.
• Composite Putties & Fillers Putty and filler products for composite bodywork and fairing including Super Polyester Filling (with MEK 925 catalyst), Trowel-On Epoxy Fairing Putty (gap fill up to 1 inch, no vertical sag), and Glass Microspheres composite resin filler. Sold to boat builders and repair shops.
• Structural Adhesives Structural bonding products including Superbond Epoxy Adhesive System 1:1 for marine, woodworking, and construction applications, and FGCI Structural Methacrylate Adhesives in 1:1 400ml cartridges with various working times. Sold to fabricators needing structural bonds on most substrates.
• Composite Tools, Catalysts, Pigments & Accessories Ancillary composite-shop supplies including Catalyst Clear MEKP-925, PVA Partall Mold Release spray, Presta Gelcoat Compound, Eye Candy Mica Powder Colorants, Expandable Pour Foam 1:1 Kit (Coast Guard approvable for flotation), and KN95 Dust Particulate Masks. Sold alongside resin and reinforcement products to complete composite workflows.

Quantifiable outcome

• SuperNfusion 3:1 achieves tensile strength of 10,281 PSI with 90 Shore D hardness and glass transition temperature of 174°F
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Sun N FunminorOthersFGCI is a proud sponsor of the Sun N Fun aviation event, celebrating over 50 years in the aviation industry. Event sponsorship supports visibility in the aeronautics customer segment.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• TotalBoat: Brand of marine paints, epoxies, and finishes sold primarily direct-to-consumer online for boat builders and DIY marine customers. Competes directly with FGCI's gelcoat and marine epoxy lines.
• Jamestown Distributors: E-commerce-first distributor of marine composites, resins, gelcoats, and boat-building supplies. Closest direct competitor to FGCI given overlapping product catalog, marine focus, and DTC e-commerce go-to-market.
• System Three Resins: Manufacturer of specialty epoxy and polyurethane coatings for marine and woodworking applications. Comparable proprietary epoxy product lines and customer base overlap with FGCI's Superbond and Superclear systems.
• MAS Epoxies: Specialty marine epoxy manufacturer serving boat builders and repair professionals. Similar proprietary chemistry positioning and technical support model targeting marine and woodworking verticals.
• US Composites: Online retailer and distributor of composite materials including resins, fiberglass fabrics, and core materials serving marine, automotive, and industrial customers. Comparable to FGCI's product breadth and online-only distribution model.
• West System / Gougeon Brothers: Manufacturer and distributor of marine-grade epoxy systems for boat building, repair, and composite construction. Directly comparable to FGCI in marine epoxy product portfolio, technical customer support model, and DIY-to-professional customer mix.

Emerging players

• Smooth-On: Manufacturer of specialty epoxies, polyurethanes, silicones, and casting resins for industrial and art applications. Comparable in proprietary chemistry and small-business / hobbyist customer overlap, particularly in woodworking and art casting.
• Hawkeye Industries: Manufacturer and distributor of fiberglass repair materials and composites for marine and industrial markets. Comparable product focus and mid-market distribution profile, though smaller scale than FGCI.

Broad incumbents

• AOC (Aliancys / AOC Resins): Global manufacturer of polyester and vinylester resins, gelcoats, and specialty composites serving marine, transportation, and construction. Represents a major competing upstream supplier of the resins FGCI distributes.
• Polynt Composites: One of the world's largest producers of unsaturated polyester resins, vinylester resins, and gelcoats for composites. Operates as a broad upstream chemical supplier whose products are distributed downstream by companies like FGCI.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/FiberglassCoatings

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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