What FireKing Security Group. does

FireKing Security Group, operating as FireKing International LLC, is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of fire-rated storage products founded in 1951 and headquartered in New Albany, Indiana. The company designs and produces UL-certified fire-rated file cabinets (vertical, lateral, and space-saving configurations), safes, fire/water-resistant chests, storage cabinets, and flammable safety cabinets, with proprietary technology including gypsum-based insulation (Thermocell II in premium SKUs), Medeco high-security locks, and impact-tested steel construction validated to UL 72 Class 350 standards. Its products are differentiated by a unique Free After-Fire Replacement Guarantee and limited lifetime warranty.

The business operates a multi-channel go-to-market spanning direct e-commerce (Shopify storefront), thousands of U.S. distributors, dedicated U.S. and international sales teams, and a global distributor network covering the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales of cabinets and safes (priced from $177 for personal safes to $7,600+ for premium commercial cabinets), supplemented by replacement keys, parts, and warranty registration that create a long-tail aftermarket layer. Customer segments span home office, commercial office, healthcare, legal, banking, education, federal government, and industrial/manufacturing buyers requiring compliance-driven fire and hazardous-materials storage.

FireKing is the only U.S. manufacturer of fire-resistant filing cabinets, with 75 years of brand heritage reinforced by the 1990 acquisition of Meilink Industries (originator of the modern fireproof safe in 1899) and the 2012 acquisition of A.P.Unix. The company holds multiple UL, ETL, OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and IP65 certifications and is led by CEO Gary Weisman and CFO David Dudding. Ownership is private and no institutional investors, funding rounds, or revenue figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

FireKing Security Group.

Legal name

FireKing International LLC

Website

https://fireking.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

FireKing Security Group is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of UL-certified fire-rated file cabinets, safes, storage cabinets, and flammable safety cabinets, serving commercial, government, healthcare, legal, and consumer buyers through distributors and direct e-commerce since 1951.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physical Security Storage (Fire-Rated Filing & Safes)

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Fire-Resistant, Moisture-Resistant & Specialty Performance Boards (IMADAEAJ)

Keywords

• Fire-rated file cabinets
• Fire-resistant safes
• Flammable safety cabinets
• Secure storage solutions
• Loss prevention products

Headquarters

HQ city

New Albany

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, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Fire-Rated File Cabinets: One-time sale of fire-rated vertical and lateral file cabinets in various configurations (2-6 drawers), fire ratings (1-hour, 2-hour), and color options. Products include Classic, Turtle, Patriot, and Designer Series.
2. Fire-Rated Safes: One-time sale of fire-rated safes ranging from personal safes to commercial-grade solutions with electronic locks and multiple size options.
3. Storage Cabinets: FireShield storage cabinets and general fire-rated storage solutions for documents, valuables, and equipment.
4. Flammable Safety Cabinets: Safety cabinets for storing flammable liquids, meeting UL/ULC 1275, OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI standards. Available in 30, 45, and 60-gallon capacities with various color options.
5. Replacement Keys and Parts: Replacement keys for filing cabinets (Medeco keys, Teskey keys) and lock parts sold as one-time purchases.
6. Fire and Water Chest: SureSeal fire and water-resistant chests providing portable protection for valuables and documents.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

FireKing Security Group designs, manufactures, and sells UL-certified fire-rated file cabinets (vertical and lateral), fire-resistant safes, fire-rated storage cabinets, flammable safety cabinets, and fire-and-water-resistant chests. Products are manufactured in New Albany, Indiana, and serve businesses, government agencies, healthcare, financial, legal, industrial, and individual home-office customers with fire, impact, and water protection for documents, digital media, valuables, and flammable liquids. Every qualifying product carries a Free After-Fire Replacement Guarantee.

Product overview

FireKing Security Group offers a comprehensive portfolio of fire-rated security products primarily for document and asset protection. The core product line includes fire-rated vertical and lateral file cabinets (Turtle Series, Classic Vertical/Lateral, Patriot Series, 2-Hour Rated), storage cabinets (FireShield, FireShield Edge Series), safes, and flammable safety cabinets. Key product lines include the space-saving Turtle/Turtle Contour series, the premium Classic series with Medeco high-security locks, the professional-grade 2-Hour Rated series, and the modern FireShield Edge series for flexible workspaces. Supporting products include SureSeal fire/water chests, personal safes, and key replacement accessories. All products are manufactured in the USA and backed by FireKing's Free After-Fire Replacement Guarantee, with most featuring UL and ETL certifications for fire and water resistance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SureSeal: Fire and water-resistant chest product line offering 30-minute to 1-hour fire protection and up to 100-hour waterproof protection in various sizes.
• FireShield

Products and services

• FireKing Turtle Contour Fire-Rated File Cabinet Space-saving fire-rated vertical file cabinet (2 or 4 drawers) with UL 1-Hour 1700°F fire rating, ETL digital media rating, IP65 water resistance, powder-coated finish, and radiused-edge design for modern workspaces. Targets commercial and home-office customers needing fire-rated document storage.
• FireKing Turtle Series Fire-Rated File Cabinet Compact, space-saving vertical file cabinet with UL-certified fire protection, water resistance, and a 4-pin key lock. Designed for small offices and home workspaces requiring fire-rated document storage.
• FireKing Classic Vertical File Cabinet 1-Hour fire-rated and high-security vertical file cabinet with UL 72 Class 350 Fire with Impact certification, 100% gypsum insulation, water resistance, and Medeco high-security locks for commercial document protection.
• FireKing Classic Lateral File Cabinet Lateral fire-rated file cabinet with UL 1-Hour Class 350 Fire with Impact certification, water resistance, Medeco high-security locks, 100% gypsum insulation, and maintenance-free drawer suspensions for commercial document storage.
• FireKing 2-Hour Fire-Rated Vertical File Cabinet Premium UL 2-Hour Class 350 Fire with Impact certified vertical file cabinet with ETL 30-minute digital media fire verification, Thermocell II insulation, and Medeco high-security locks for critical-document protection.
• FireKing Patriot Series Fire-Rated File Cabinet Budget-friendly 1-Hour UL-rated fire-rated vertical file cabinet designed for cost-conscious businesses and small offices needing FireKing-quality construction at a lower price point.
• FireKing High Security 25" Deep Vertical File Cabinet High-security vertical file cabinet with 25-inch depth providing enhanced storage capacity and security features for higher-volume document protection applications.
• FireKing Safe-in-a-File Cabinet Vertical file cabinet with integrated safe compartment providing dual protection for documents and digital media, with 1-hour fire rating for businesses needing combined file and safe storage.
• FireKing 1-Hour Fire-Rated Safe with Enhanced Security Fire-rated safe with UL 1-hour fire rating, electronic lock, adjustable shelves, glass relocking device, and heavy-duty locking bolts, available in six sizes for home and office environments.
• FireKing Flammable Safety Cabinets Safety cabinets for storing flammable liquids in 30, 45, and 60-gallon capacities with reinforced double-wall 18-gauge steel, 1.5-inch thermal air gap insulation, and color-coded options (Yellow/Flammable, Red/Combustible, Green/Pesticides, Blue/Corrosives, Platinum/Lab Chemicals) meeting UL/ULC 1275, OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI standards.
• FireKing FireShield Storage Cabinet Fire-rated storage cabinet offering 1-hour fire protection with 2 adjustable shelves, combining fire-rated security and elegant design for home and office environments.
• FireShield Edge Series Storage Cabinet Fire-rated storage cabinet line in four configurations (Executive, Shared, Hybrid, Flex) factory-certified to withstand 1,200°F for one hour, with sleek modern aesthetics designed for contemporary flexible office environments.
• SureSeal by FireKing Fire and Water-Resistant Chest Portable fire and water-resistant chest providing 30-minute or 1-hour fire protection and up to 100-hour waterproof protection, available in 4 sizes for safeguarding valuables and documents in homes or offices.
• FireKing Key Replacement Service Replacement key sets (2 keys) for FireKing filing cabinets including Teskey, Medeco, and Patriot & FireShield key options; requires product serial number for ordering.
• FireKing SureSeal Key Replacement Single genuine replacement key for FireKing SureSeal key-lock models, restoring secure access to compatible FireKing products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products have protected business, government, and individual records since 1951 with documented customer testimonials of products surviving complete building fires
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationShopify powers the FireKing e-commerce platform, enabling online sales, payment processing, customer accounts, and order fulfillment. FireKing's website and online store are hosted and managed through Shopify's platform.
• Deraat Security Products B.V.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDeraat Security Products distributes FireKing products throughout Europe and UK. Located in Zoetermeer, Holland. Mr. Rene Wagemakers handles distribution across Europe and UK.
• Safes(UK) Ltd. t/s DeRaat SecuritycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based distributor of FireKing products. Contact: Lee Caley. Located at Unit 32 Axis Park, Manasty Road, Peterborough, PE2 6UP, United Kingdom.
• Van Dorp KantoormeubelenregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAruba distributor for FireKing products. Located at Cay Av. Milio Croes #21, P.O. Box 596, Dakota, Aruba. Contact: Mr. Ton Kelders.
• John Bull Office ProductsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBahamas distributor for FireKing products. Located at Robinson Road, Nassau, Bahamas. Contact: Thelma Wells.
• Mohammad Bin Jasim Al Zayani TradingregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBahrain distributor for FireKing products. Located at Zayani Tower, Tarfa Bin Al Abd Avenue, Al-Hoora, Manama, Bahrain. Contact: Khushroo Mowdawala.
• Apecs Inc.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCaribbean Islands distributor for FireKing products. Serving most of the Caribbean Islands. Located at 85575 Sagaponack Drive, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. Contact: Angus Paterson.
• Muebles OmarregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDominican Republic distributor for FireKing products. Located at Calle Frank Felix Miranda #23, Naco, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Contact: Vladimir Licairac.
• Stephenson Brothers LimitedregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGhana distributor for FireKing products. Located at NO: C191/4 Nsawam Road, Kokolemle, ACCRA - GHANA. Contact: Stephenson Brothers.
• National Office SupplyregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGuam distributor for FireKing products. Located at P.O Box 3767, Agana, Guam 96935. Contact: Mr. Emelio Uy, VP/General Manager.
• ASIS CorpregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGuatemala and Central America distributor supporting El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Located at 7 calle A 4-60 zona 10, Guatemala, Guatemala 01010. Contact: Mr. Eduardo Lopez.
• Internegoce S.A.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHaiti distributor for FireKing products. Located at Airport Industrial Park, Fleuriot, 95 Blvd. Toussaint Louverture, Port-Au-Prince, Haiti.
• SIS – Servicios de IngenieriaregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHonduras distributor for FireKing products. Located at Edif. Corporativo Guijarros, 60. Nivel, Col. Lomas del Guijarro, Tegucigalpa, MDC, Honduras. Contact: Gustavo Castro-Wu Wan.
• Stephenson Brothers Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNigeria distributor for FireKing products. Located at 68, Raymond Njoku Street, Ikoyi, Lagos, P.M.B 12592, Marina Lagos, Nigeria. Contact: Mrs. Eloemie Jane.
• Maquinas y Equipos Comerciales S.A.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPanama distributor for FireKing products. Located at Via Tocumen, Plaza Conquistador, Local No. 66, Panama, Republic of Panama. Contact: Mrs. Dagmar Vanselow.
• Exceline Global Concepts, Inc.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPhilippines distributor for FireKing products. Located at Unit 101-103 C Ramirez Bldg, 121 Quezon Ave. Cor. G. Araneta, Quezon City 1100, The Philippines. Contact: Ms. Betty Choa.
• Lugo-Vina, Inc.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPuerto Rico distributor for FireKing products. Located at PO Box 9445, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00908-9445. Contacts: Doris Maldonado or Eduardo A. Lugo-Vina.
• Solvers Inc.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPuerto Rico distributor for FireKing products. Located at 370 Fernando Primero St., San Juan, PR 00918. Contact: Mr. Bob Olaguibel.
• Al Reyami Office Furnishings & General TradingregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUAE distributor for FireKing products. Located at P.O. Box: 14662, Al Reyami building, Near Emirates Post Office, Umm Hurrair Street, Dubai, UAE. Contact: Sivadas.V.V, Manager-Sales Support.
• Zan Tech Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrinidad distributor for FireKing products. Located at 34 Richmond Street, Port-of-Spain. Contact: Sales Department.
• Stephenson Brothers Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Africa distributor for FireKing products. Located at 45A Annie Botha Street, Riviera, Pretoria, South Africa.
• Office WorldregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSt. Maarten/Dutch Caribbean distributor for FireKing products. Located at 53 Pondfill Road, P.O. Box 890, Philipsburg, St Maarten, Dutch Caribbean. Contact: Prakash or Nash.
• HIS Intersecure Solutions (S) PTE Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSingapore distributor for FireKing products. Located at 203 Henderson Road, Wing A, #02-10, Singapore 159546. Contact: Mary Toh.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• SnapSafe (Tractor Supply Co.): Modular, bolt-together safe maker distributed via Tractor Supply. An emerging player targeting a different price/design niche but competing with FireKing's entry-level personal safes.

Others

• Schwab Fire Protection (CornellCookson): Manufacturer of fire and smoke-rated doors, dampers, and related passive fire protection products. Adjacent rather than direct — competes in the broader 'passive fire protection' category that FireKing's branded cabinets occupy from a content/regulatory standpoint.

Direct peers

• Stack-On (Alpha Guardian): Manufacturer of gun safes, fire-resistant security cabinets, and storage products. Competes with FireKing in the fire-resistant storage cabinet category for both home and commercial buyers.
• Liberty Safe: Major US safe manufacturer producing fire-rated gun and home safes. Comparable to FireKing on durable steel construction and electronic-lock fire safes for retail and SMB channels.
• Gardall Safe Corporation: Commercial and residential safe manufacturer with fire-rated offerings. Overlaps with FireKing's commercial-office safe segment, particularly through distributor and dealer channels.
• SentrySafe (Master Lock): One of the largest fire-resistant safe manufacturers in the US. SentrySafe competes directly with FireKing's safe and fire-chest lines, including UL-rated fire safes for home and office.
• Mesa Safe Company: US safe maker offering fire-rated home, office, and gun safes. Competes with FireKing on small-format fire-rated safes through overlapping online and dealer channels.
• AMSEC (American Security Products): Long-standing US maker of fire and burglary safes, vaults, and high-security cabinets. AMSEC is a direct competitor to FireKing's commercial-grade fire-rated safe and high-security file cabinet SKUs.
• Justrite Safety Group: Manufacturer of safety cabinets for flammable liquids compliant with OSHA/NFPA standards. Direct competitor to FireKing's flammable safety cabinet line in industrial and laboratory channels.

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell Safes (by First Alert / Resideo): Honeywell-branded fire safes sold through mass retail. Competes with FireKing's personal/home safe line at the consumer end of the market, backed by a much broader parent brand portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fireking-security-group
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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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