American Sealants

What American Sealants does

American Sealants Inc. (ASI) is a privately held, custom acrylic fabrication and installation firm headquartered in Grand Junction, Colorado. Founded in 2004 by co-founders Jerry and Heather Smith, the company specializes in the supply, design, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repair of custom water features, including aquariums, swimming pools with viewing panels, fountains, FRP tanks, and specialty exhibits for zoos, aquariums, theme parks, museums, hospitality venues, healthcare facilities, and high-end residential clients.

The firm's technical core rests on custom acrylic and glass fabrication, waterproofing (crack injection and cold joint repair), underwater leak detection and repair via a specialized dive team, FRP tank fabrication, and ongoing maintenance and polishing of water-retaining structures. Differentiated capabilities include large-format and complex-geometry acrylic (tunnels, domes, hurricane-rated folding doors, multi-story viewing panels such as the 50,000-pound Seattle Aquarium panel and the Heron Tower aquarium in London), supported by certified dive operations and a 21-year track record on safety-sensitive aquatic enclosures.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through project-based, quote-driven engagements, with pricing varying by scope, complexity, and materials. Distribution is direct, via phone and website contact form, with a structured referral program and content marketing supporting lead generation. The company serves 100+ named institutional clients globally, including Disney, SeaWorld, Golden Nugget Las Vegas, Cincinnati Zoo, California Academy of Sciences, Wonders of Wildlife, Texas State Aquarium, Cleveland Clinic, and Acquario Di Genova, with marquee projects including the $30 million Tank at Golden Nugget Las Vegas. The firm maintains OSHA VPP STAR and WBENC certifications and works exclusively with AZA-accredited zoological institutions, signaling a compliance-forward positioning for institutional procurement.

Name

American Sealants

Legal name

American Sealants Inc.

Website

https://amsealinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

American Sealants Inc. is a Grand Junction, Colorado-based custom acrylic fabrication firm that designs, builds, installs, and maintains aquariums, water features, and animal exhibits for zoos, theme parks, museums, hospitality, and healthcare clients worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Acrylic Fabrication Services

NAICS

Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255), Adhesive Manufacturing (32552)

SIC

Adhesives & Sealants (2891), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Construction Sealants (Joint, Façade & Perimeter) (IMADAOAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sealants (Construction & Industrial) (IMAEAGAI), Adhesives & Sealants Chemicals (IMAEABAA), Sealants, Adhesives, Gaskets & Marine Elastomers (IMAJAKAL)

Keywords

• Custom acrylic fabrication
• Aquarium design services
• Water feature installation
• Pool construction services
• Exhibit design fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Grand Junction

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Project Services: Project-based revenue from design, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repair of custom water features, aquariums, swimming pools, and specialty installations. Pricing is quote-based and varies by project scope, complexity, and materials required.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

American Sealants Inc. designs, fabricates, installs, and maintains custom acrylic aquariums, swimming pools, water features, and animal exhibits for commercial clients worldwide. The company provides a complete lifecycle solution spanning concept design, custom acrylic and FRP tank fabrication, on-site installation, waterproofing, and ongoing underwater maintenance and repair services. Its customer base includes zoos, aquariums, theme parks, museums, hospitality venues, healthcare facilities, luxury residences, and film production studios.

Product overview

American Sealants Inc. (ASI) is a custom acrylic fabrication and installation company offering a comprehensive suite of services for water features, aquariums, swimming pools, and animal exhibits. The company operates as a single unified service offering rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. Their core services include: Custom Acrylic Fabrication & Installation, Custom Swimming Pool Design & Build, Custom Water Features, Film Production Water Features, Aquarium Design & Exhibit Services, Custom Waterproofing Solutions (crack injection, cold joint repair), Maintenance & Repair Services, Custom FRP Tanks, and Water Feature Maintenance Packages. These services are delivered to zoos, aquariums, theme parks, museums, private residences, and commercial properties worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aquarium Design & Exhibit Services Full-service aquarium exhibit design and installation including fabrication, installation, removal, waterproofing, acrylic and glass polishing, underwater repairs, silicone repair, and custom FRP tank systems for zoological exhibits and aquatic environments. Targeted at zoos, aquariums, theme parks, and museums.
• Custom Swimming Pool Design & Build Design and installation of custom swimming pools featuring infinity edges, pool windows, and custom acrylic or glass panels, with services including fabrication, installation, waterproofing, crack injection, maintenance, and luxury finishing. Targeted at luxury residences, hotels, and commercial venues.
• Custom Water Features Custom water features including fountains, decorative elements, and specialty installations with fabrication, installation, removal, waterproofing, polishing, underwater leak repair, and silicone sealant maintenance. Targeted at commercial properties, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues, and luxury residences.
• Film Production Water Features Custom water features and aquatic tanks designed specifically for film production and media, including precision fabrication, installation, polishing, underwater leak repair, and turnkey FRP systems for underwater scenes, stunts, and special effects. Targeted at film studios and production companies.
• Water Feature Maintenance Packages Tailored maintenance programs for aquariums, swimming pools, and water features including routine inspections, underwater maintenance, waterproofing reinforcement, seal and joint maintenance, and polishing services. Targeted at existing enterprise clients with installed water features.
• Custom FRP Tanks Custom Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) tanks for aquariums, water features, and specialty displays with design, fabrication, and turnkey installation for long-lasting professional solutions. Targeted at aquarium operators and specialty exhibit designers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Trusted by over 100 zoos, theme parks, cafes, and aquariums worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerASI works exclusively with AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums. AZA's Accreditation Commission evaluates facilities for animal welfare, operations, and veterinary standards. Working with AZA-accredited institutions ensures ASI maintains high professional standards and aligns with industry best practices.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• International Aquarium Group: Designs, fabricates, and installs custom acrylic aquariums and life support systems for public aquariums, zoos, and private clients. Highly comparable in product offering, customer base, and project-based business model to American Sealants.
• Aquatic Development Group: Designs and builds custom aquariums, water features, and themed water elements for entertainment, hospitality, and zoological clients. Direct competitor with overlapping acrylic fabrication, installation, and project-based services.
• Reynolds Polymer Technology: Reynolds Polymer is a leading global manufacturer of custom cast acrylic for large aquariums, architectural features, and water features. It is the most direct competitor to American Sealants in the custom acrylic fabrication space for aquarium viewing panels.
• Living Color Enterprises: Custom aquarium design, fabrication, and installation company serving commercial, residential, and public aquarium clients. Closely comparable service mix including acrylic tank construction and ongoing maintenance.
• Crystal Clear Industries: Custom acrylic aquarium manufacturer and installer for residential, commercial, and public exhibits. Comparable in materials, fabrication methods, and end markets to American Sealants.
• Fibreworks Composites: Custom FRP (fiberglass reinforced polymer) fabrication for aquariums, tanks, and water-retaining structures. Directly comparable in FRP tank fabrication capabilities to American Sealants' FRP tank service line.

Broad incumbents

• Polin Waterparks: Global manufacturer of water slides, water play structures, and themed aquatic attractions. Comparable as a supplier to the same theme park and entertainment venue customers that American Sealants serves.
• WhiteWater West: Global designer and manufacturer of water park attractions and aquatic play structures. Comparable in the themed water feature / entertainment venue segment, but at a much larger scale and broader product portfolio.
• Premier Pool & Spa: Large custom pool builder with design and installation capabilities for residential and commercial projects. Broad incumbent that overlaps with American Sealants' custom swimming pool business, though without the specialized acrylic/dive ops focus.

Regional players

• Tri-City Water Feature Specialists: Specialty contractor focused on design, installation, and maintenance of commercial and architectural water features. Comparable service offering though typically smaller-scale and more regional than American Sealants' global mega-projects.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/asi_acrylic
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCuMm32T85PDvRmQ4QEUdhgQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/americansealants
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/american-sealants-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/asi_acrylic

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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