Radiation Protection Products

What Radiation Protection Products does

Radiation Protection Products (RPP) is a family-owned American manufacturer of lead-based and composite radiation shielding materials, founded in 1952 and headquartered in Wayzata, Minnesota, with manufacturing and a lead mill located in Chapel Hill, Tennessee. The company produces a comprehensive product portfolio spanning radiation-shielded walls (lead-lined drywall, lead-lined plywood, interlocking lead bricks, patented lead angles), shielded doors and frames (wood, hollow metal, neutron-rated sliding and swinging), shielded windows and leaded X-ray glass (including an oversized 108"x54" format), and neutron shielding materials (borated polyethylene in 5%/10%/30% compositions, lead plate, ingots, ballasts). RPP self-reports as the #1 supplier of lead-lined drywall and the largest distributor of leaded glass in North America.

RPP sells through a quote-based direct sales model with 24-hour quote turnaround and nationwide U.S. shipping including Alaska and Hawaii, targeting architects, drywall supply houses, general contractors, and end customers. Customer segments include healthcare and medical imaging (hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, medical OEMs such as GE Healthcare and Varian Medical Systems), nuclear and power generation (Department of Energy facilities), industrial non-destructive testing, education and research (universities such as Georgia Tech and Princess Nora), and government and military (Andersen AFB). Documented enterprise engagements include oversized vault doors, PET/CT suite construction, and test cell fabrication for medical equipment OEMs.

The business model combines one-time product sales (radiation shielding products, neutron shielding products) with turnkey professional services covering design, manufacturing, and installation of shielded rooms, labs, and buildings. Revenue is project-based and contract-driven rather than recurring or subscription-based. All products are custom-manufactured to specification using pure lead, with no public pricing disclosed. The company has remained privately held and family-controlled throughout its 70+ year history, with no institutional funding rounds, M&A activity, or public listing in the record.

Name

Radiation Protection Products

Legal name

Radiation Protection Products, Inc.

Website

https://radiationproducts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Radiation Protection Products is a family-owned U.S. manufacturer, founded in 1952, of lead-based radiation shielding materials and turnkey shielding services for healthcare, nuclear, industrial NDT, government, and research customers across North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Radiation Shielding Materials

NAICS

Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517), Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (332322)

SIC

X-Ray Apparatus & Tubes & Related Irradiation Apparatus (3844)

akta.pro primary industry

Radiation Protection & Health Physics Services (ALARA programs, shielding design, RSO services) (EUAKAIAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Radiation Protection & Health Physics (ALARA, Dosimetry, Contamination Control) (EUAKABAH)

Keywords

• Radiation shielding materials
• Lead shielding products
• Nuclear shielding materials
• Medical imaging shielding
• Industrial lead products

Headquarters

HQ city

Wayzata

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Radiation Shielding Products: Sale of lead-based radiation shielding materials including lead-lined drywall, lead bricks, lead-lined plywood, lead-lined doors and frames, leaded glass, and sheet lead. Products are manufactured in custom specifications and standard sizes with lead thicknesses up to 1 inch.
2. Neutron Shielding Products: Sale of neutron shielding materials including borated polyethylene sheets and neutron shielding doors (sliding and swinging).
3. Turnkey Radiation Shielding Services: Complete turnkey radiation shielding solutions including design, manufacturing, and installation assistance for shielded rooms, labs, and buildings. Specialization in removing outdated radiation equipment and installing new systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Radiation Protection Products manufactures a complete line of radiation shielding materials, nuclear shielding materials, and industrial lead products, including lead-lined drywall, plywood, doors and frames, leaded X-ray glass, lead bricks, sheet lead, and neutron shielding components (borated polyethylene and neutron doors). All products are custom manufactured to specification in the U.S. at the Chapel Hill, TN facility, and the company also offers turnkey design, manufacturing, and installation services for shielded rooms, labs, and buildings.

Product overview

Radiation Protection Products (RPP) is a family-owned manufacturer of lead shielding products established in 1952, offering a comprehensive portfolio of radiation shielding materials and construction solutions. The product line centers on lead-based radiation protection for medical imaging facilities, nuclear medicine, industrial non-destructive testing, and power generation applications. Core offerings include lead bricks, sheet lead, lead-lined drywall and plywood (positioning RPP as #1 supplier in North America), and lead angles (patented system). The company manufactures a complete range of radiation shielded doors including lead-lined wood and hollow metal doors, and specialized neutron shielding doors (sliding and swinging variants). Windows and glass products include leaded X-ray glass (RPP is the largest distributor in North America), lead-lined window frames, and the new large format 108" x 54" leaded glass. Supporting products include borated polyethylene in 5%, 10%, and 30% compositions for neutron shielding, lead plate, lead ingots, lead ballasts, and sound proofing materials. The company also provides turnkey radiation shielding services encompassing design, manufacturing, and installation, making it a single-source provider for radiation protection construction projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lead Bricks Interlocking lead bricks for radiation shielding construction, used in walls and ceilings to provide continuous radiation protection in medical imaging and nuclear facilities.
• Sheet Lead Pure lead sheeting available in various sizes with thicknesses up to 1 inch for radiation protection applications and shielding seams and penetrations.
• Lead Lined Drywall Lead laminated to drywall (1/2" or 5/8" Fire Code Sheetrock) for wall shielding in medical imaging and radiation therapy rooms. RPP claims to be the #1 supplier in North America.
• Lead Lined Plywood Lead laminated to fire-treated plywood for wall shielding, available in various thicknesses for applications requiring lead thickness exceeding 1/8 inch.
• Lead Angles Patented leak-proof lead angle system that provides complete gamma ray coverage and eliminates the need for lead strips and discs in lead lined drywall and plywood applications.
• Lead Lined Wood Doors Lead-lined wooden doors for radiation protection, available in standard sizes or custom configurations with lead thickness from 1/32" to 1/2".
• Lead Lined Hollow Metal Doors Heavy-duty lead-lined metal doors for radiation shielding applications requiring additional durability.
• Lead Lined Door Frames Lead-lined door frames that work in tandem with radiation shielded doors for comprehensive X-ray protection.
• Leaded X-Ray Glass Lead-containing glass windows allowing visibility into X-ray rooms while providing radiation protection. RPP claims to be the largest distributor of leaded glass in North America.
• Large Leaded X-Ray Glass (108" x 54") Oversized leaded X-ray glass measuring 108" x 54", the largest available in the market, allowing architects to create more open designs with increased visibility while meeting standard shielding requirements.
• Lead X-Ray Safety Glass X-ray safety glass designed to meet category I and II requirements of the CPSC Federal Standard 16-CFR-1201.
• Lead Lined Window Frames Lead-lined frames for radiation shielded windows that pair with leaded glass for complete X-ray room protection.
• Sliding Neutron Doors Large sliding doors with neutron shielding capabilities, equipped with DC drive systems featuring adjustable acceleration, deceleration, and creep speed for precise positioning.
• Swinging Neutron Doors Swinging neutron doors for radiation test cells and facilities requiring neutron shielding, featuring heavy-duty construction for frequent operation.
• Borated Polyethylene (5%, 10%, 30%) Neutron shielding material combining hydrogen-rich polyethylene with boron content for protection against fast neutrons, thermal neutrons, and gamma rays. Available in 5% (standard), 10%, and 30% boron compositions.
• Lead Plate Lead plate for industrial radiation shielding applications.
• Lead Pigs/Ingots Lead ingots for various industrial and radiation shielding applications.
• Lead Ballasts Industrial lead ballasts for radiation shielding and counterweight applications.
• Sound Proofing / Acoustical Board Lead sheet products for sound barrier and acoustical applications.
• Turnkey Radiation Shielding Services Comprehensive radiation shielding solutions including design, manufacturing, and installation of shielded rooms, labs, and buildings, as well as removal of outdated radiation equipment.

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• A.L.T. Radiation Shielding: Specialty manufacturer of radiation shielding doors, mobile barriers, and lead-lined products for medical and industrial markets. Comparable emerging competitor with overlapping door and shielding products, though smaller scale than RPP.
• Hopewell Designs: Specialized manufacturer of neutron shielding products, including borated polyethylene and neutron-absorbing panels. Comparable to RPP's borated polyethylene and neutron door business, particularly for nuclear, research, and university customers.

Direct peers

• MarShield: Canadian manufacturer of lead shielding products, leaded glass, lead-lined drywall, and neutron shielding. Directly competes with RPP across the same core product categories serving medical imaging, nuclear, and NDT customers in North America.
• NELCO Worldwide: Massachusetts-based manufacturer of radiation shielding products including leaded glass, lead-lined drywall, doors, and neutron shielding. Directly competes with RPP in the medical imaging and nuclear shielding market with overlapping product lines.
• Ultraray: Manufacturer and distributor of radiation shielding products including lead aprons, mobile lead barriers, lead-lined doors, and structural shielding materials. Direct competitor serving medical imaging and industrial customers with a comparable product portfolio.
• Bar-Ray Products: Manufacturer of radiation protection apparel and accessories (lead aprons, gloves, thyroid collars, leaded eyewear) for medical imaging. Comparable as a radiation protection specialist serving overlapping healthcare customers, though focused on personal protective equipment rather than structural shielding.
• Ray-Bar Engineering: US manufacturer of radiation protection products including leaded X-ray glass, lead-lined doors, and shielding materials. Directly competes with RPP, particularly in leaded glass where RPP claims largest NA distributor status.
• Clearlead Technical Solutions: Provider of radiation shielding consulting, design, and installation services for medical and industrial facilities. Comparable to RPP's turnkey services offering, particularly in the design-build segment of shielded rooms and imaging suites.

Broad incumbents

• ETS-Lindgren: Large, established provider of RF shielding, acoustic shielding, and radiation shielding test chambers and rooms. Broader incumbent operating across multiple shielding disciplines; overlaps with RPP's turnkey shielded-room and anechoic chamber business for industrial and nuclear customers.

Regional players

• Amray Group: European manufacturer of radiation protection products including lead aprons, leaded glass, and shielding accessories. Operates in the same niche with comparable offerings but primarily serves European and UK markets rather than North America where RPP dominates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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