What PHOENIX FENCE does

Phoenix Fence Corp. is a privately held, fully integrated fence company founded in 1981 and headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, with a second branch office in Calgary. The company operates across two synergistic divisions — Wholesale Distribution (supply-only of fence materials to dealers and DIY customers) and Fence Construction (professional installation services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients) — and runs what it describes as Canada's largest in-house fence manufacturing facility. Core manufacturing capability is centered on chain link weaving (three modern machines), CNC-routed vinyl (PVC) fabrication (two machines), and the production of barbed wire, fence staples, modular portable panels, and dog run/kennel kits, all housed in a 50,000 sq ft Edmonton facility supported by 6.0 acres of yard and $6.0 million in on-hand inventory; a 10,000 sq ft Calgary branch with 3.5 acres of yard and $2.0 million in inventory extends coverage into southern Alberta.

The product portfolio spans four core fence categories — chain link, vinyl, ornamental (modern wrought iron alternative), and automatic gate operator systems — plus an extensive catalog of distributed accessories including privacy slats (Maximum Slat, Top Locking Slat, Lite Link Slat, Hedge Link, Fence Weave, Safety Top Cap), agricultural fence products (barbed wire, staples, farm gates, wildlife/horse fence), snow/safety/barrier fence, T-posts, galvanized pipe and residential tube, Rhino post pounders, and W Beam Guard Rail. Manufacturing and products conform to a broad range of standards including ASTM, British Standard, CLFMI, VFDRMA, CAN/CGSB, CAN/CSA, CFIA, and AFA. Key supplier partnerships include Ameristar (ornamental), LiftMaster/Chamberlain (gate operators — Phoenix was 2023 LiftMaster Partner of the Year), Pexco (privacy slats), Homeland Vinyl, and Tree Island Industries (agricultural products).

The company serves four primary segments: residential homeowners (DIY packages and installation), commercial/industrial clients (general contractors, EPCs, energy and utility companies, pipeline and power utilities, and government agencies requiring bonded work and 7/24 emergency service), agricultural customers (farmers and ranchers), and dealer/contractor partners (Home Improvement Stores, Safety Supply Stores, and regional fence contractors). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company holds $10 million in General Liability and Automobile Liability coverage, $5 million in Work Program Bonding capacity, and $500,000 in Single Job Bonding, supporting eligibility for larger industrial and government projects. As of 2023, TriWest Capital Partners is associated with the company as a significant investor or acquirer.

Name

PHOENIX FENCE

Legal name

Phoenix Fence Corp.

Website

https://phoenixfence.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Phoenix Fence is a privately held, fully integrated fence manufacturer, distributor, and installer founded in 1981 and headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, with a Calgary branch. It operates Canada's largest in-house fence manufacturing facility, serving residential, commercial/industrial, agricultural, and dealer customers across Western Canada with chain link, vinyl, ornamental, and automatic gate products.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fence Manufacturing and Installation Services

NAICS

Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers (444)

SIC

Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply (5200)

akta.pro primary industry

Fence Installation & Replacement (HSAIAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gate Installation (Manual & Automated) (HSAIAJAC), Gate Automation, Access Control & Operator Repair (HSAIAJAD), Fence Installation & Replacement (HSAPALAC)

Keywords

• Fence manufacturing
• Chain link fence
• Vinyl fencing
• Fence installation services
• Automatic gate systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Edmonton

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Distribution: Supply-only of fence materials to regional dealers, local residential fencing contractors, and retail Do-It-Yourself fence packages
2. Fence Construction/Installation: Professional fence installation services for residential homeowners, commercial/industrial projects for general contractors, EPCs, energy companies, utilities, and government agencies
3. Commercial/Industrial Supply Only: Large residential/commercial fence contractors and individual commercial businesses purchasing materials only

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Phoenix Fence manufactures, distributes, and installs fence products for residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural applications across Western Canada. The company operates Canada's largest in-house fence manufacturing facility in Edmonton with chain link weaving and CNC vinyl routing equipment, running two synergistic divisions: Wholesale Distribution (supply-only materials to dealers and contractors) and Fence Construction (professional installation services).

Product overview

Phoenix Fence is Western Canada's most comprehensive manufacturer, distributor, and installer of fencing products, operating since 1981 with locations in Edmonton and Calgary. The product portfolio centers on four core fence types: Chain Link Fence (galvanized and colored finishes for residential, commercial, and industrial applications), Vinyl Fence (PVC-based with Karbon Premium line featuring HDPE wood grain texture), Ornamental Fence (modern wrought iron alternative), and Auto Gate Systems (automatic gate operators from LiftMaster and related manufacturers). The company also manufactures in-house chain link mesh/fabric, chain link gates and modular portable panels, barbed wire, fence staples, dog runs, and vinyl fence products. The offering is complemented by an extensive range of distributed accessories and components including privacy slats (Maximum Slat, Top Locking Slat, Lite Link Slat, Hedge Link, Fence Weave, Safety Top Cap), agricultural fence products (barbed wire, staples, farm gates, wildlife fence including fixed knot and high tensile varieties), snow/safety/barrier fence, T-posts, galvanized pipe, residential tube, Rhino post pounders, and W beam guard rail. Auto gate accessories include slide and swing gate operators (LA400UL, LA500UL, LA412UL solar, barrier arms, vertical pivot gates), remotes, keypads, loops, and photo eyes. The company operates two synergistic divisions: Wholesale Distribution (supply-only materials) and Fence Construction (professional installation services).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chain Link Fence Chain link fence system in galvanized and colored (black, white, green, brown) finishes for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Available in multiple wire gauges, heights, and diamond sizes.
• Vinyl Fence

Quantifiable outcome

• Work Safe Alberta Best Safety Performer Award recognition in 2003 and 2005

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Ameristar Fence CompanycoreTechnology or IntegrationKey supplier of ornamental fence products for both raw materials and finished goods. Products include Ameristar Majestic Fence & Gates and Ameristar Genesis Fence & Gates.
• Chamberlain Group / LiftMaster ProfessionalcoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary supplier of automatic gate operators and access controls. Recognized as LiftMaster Partner of the Year for 2023. Products include swing gate operators (LA400UL, LA500UL), slide gate operators, and accessories.
• Homeland Vinyl ProductscoreTechnology or IntegrationKey supplier of vinyl fence materials with Limited Lifetime Materials warranty. Products include residential and commercial vinyl fence styles.
• Pexco Fence ProductscoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary supplier of privacy slat products including Maximum Slat, Top Locking Slat, Lite Link Slat, Safety Top Cap, Hedge Link, and Fence Weave with warranties ranging from 5 to 25 years.
• Tree Island IndustriescoreTechnology or IntegrationSupplier of agricultural fence products including barbed wire, fence staples, and farm/field fence materials.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Long Fence: Large US Mid-Atlantic fence and deck installer with manufacturing and installation operations. Comparable business model (manufacture + install) though operating in different geography; useful benchmark for vertical integration economics.

Direct peers

• Jerith Manufacturing: Manufacturer of ornamental aluminum fence and railing systems in North America. Comparable product category (ornamental fence) with similar residential and commercial channel exposure.
• Fortress Fence Products: US-based manufacturer of ornamental aluminum and steel fence systems. Comparable in ornamental fence manufacturing category and serves residential and light commercial channels that overlap with Phoenix's ornamental line.
• Tree Island Industries: Canadian-based manufacturer of wire products including agricultural fence, barbed wire, and fence staples — supplied to Phoenix. Comparable as a manufacturer serving the Western Canadian agricultural and industrial fence markets.
• Ameristar Fence Products: Major North American manufacturer of ornamental and chain link fence systems. Direct comparable as a fence manufacturer serving commercial/industrial channels; also an existing supplier partner to Phoenix Fence.

Emerging players

• Homeland Vinyl Products: Vinyl fence manufacturer supplying Phoenix Fence and competing in the same vinyl fence category. Comparable as a vinyl fence specialist with limited lifetime warranties on similar product lines.
• Iron Eagle Industries: Ornamental fence manufacturer supplying Phoenix on special order basis. Comparable in ornamental fence category with similar product positioning for residential and commercial projects.

Broad incumbents

• Home Hardware Stores: Canada's largest dealer-owned hardware and building materials chain. Comparable as a retail channel for fence materials and a candidate partner for Phoenix's Dealer Partnership Program across Western Canada.
• RONA (Rona Inc.): Major Canadian building materials and home improvement retailer. Comparable as a competing channel for residential fence materials sales and a potential dealer partner for Phoenix's wholesale distribution arm.
• BetaFence: Global integrated fence manufacturer and installer with chain link, welded mesh, and access control offerings. Comparable as a vertically integrated fence manufacturer/distributor competing for similar commercial and industrial perimeter security projects.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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

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