Thermal Control Products

What Thermal Control Products does

Thermal Control Products (TCP) is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of custom thermal insulation and protective components, founded in 2002 and headquartered in a 25,000-square-foot vertically integrated manufacturing facility in Concord, North Carolina. The company designs, prototypes, and fabricates heat shields, thermal barriers, insulation materials, and protective covers using advanced materials including aluminized fiberglass, ceramics, silica, CarbonX, and specialty textiles such as Aerogel and Pyrogel. Production relies on in-house CNC cutting (Eastman S125 systems), CAD/CAM design services, programmable industrial sewing (up to 3,500 stitches per minute), 88-ton steel rule die cutting, automated roll slitting, and welding equipment, enabling the company to claim industry-leading cost efficiency and shortest lead times. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, a CAGE Code (5NPQ6) for government contracting, Berry-compliant military product status, and SFI product certifications relevant to motorsports safety.

TCP generates revenue through two primary streams: (1) custom thermal and protective product fabrication for enterprise customers, ranging from single bespoke parts to mass production runs with typical 2-3 week lead times and project-based quoting, and (2) standard product catalog sales through a Shopify e-commerce platform with fixed unit pricing ($1.35 to $400+) and 3-5 business day lead times. The customer base spans performance/racing teams (Hendrick Motorsports, Stewart-Haas Racing, Chip Ganassi Racing, Joe Gibbs Racing, MSI Defense), industrial equipment manufacturers, military and defense customers (Berry-compliant supplies to U.S. Armed Forces and police), aerospace and aviation clients (with materials like Aerogel used in spaceflight applications), and government partners (notably a 2020 COVID-19 contract with General Motors and Ventec Life Systems for 40,000+ ventilator thermal barriers). The company also earns revenue as an exclusive North American distributor for Zircotec's ZircoFlex ceramic heat shield material and AustriAlpin Cobra buckles, plus a regional PowerFilm thin-film solar distribution agreement. GTM combines direct B2B enterprise sales with D2C e-commerce, supported by SEO, social media, racing industry event participation, and customer success stories featuring notable racing customers.

Name

Thermal Control Products

Legal name

Thermal Control Products, Inc.

Website

https://thermalcontrolproducts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Thermal Control Products is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of custom thermal insulation, heat shields, and protective components, serving motorsports, military, aerospace, and industrial clients from its vertically integrated 25,000 sq ft facility in Concord, North Carolina.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Thermal Insulation and Heat Shield Manufacturing

NAICS

Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing (32615)

SIC

Plastics Foam Products (3086), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro primary industry

Thermal & Acoustic Insulation Textiles (Insulation Felts/Soundproofing) (IMAOADAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aerospace Thermal Management, Insulation & Fire Protection Materials (IMABANAE), Flame & Heat Protective Foundry/Welding Apparel (CRAAALAL)

Keywords

• Thermal insulation products
• Heat shield manufacturing
• Custom protective covers
• Industrial heat barriers
• Motorsports thermal components

Headquarters

HQ city

Concord

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Thermal and Protective Products: TCP designs, prototypes and supplies custom thermal insulation solutions for various industries including aerospace, aviation, racing, and defense. Revenue is generated through bespoke product manufacturing for specific customer requirements, ranging from single custom parts to mass production runs with short lead times.
2. Standard Product Catalog Sales: TCP operates an e-commerce platform selling standard thermal products including heat shields, insulation materials, wraps, and protective equipment. Products are sold at fixed unit prices with standard lead times of 3-5 business days.
3. PPE and Medical Equipment Products: During COVID-19, TCP manufactured thermal mount barrier heat shields for ventilators and face masks for healthcare providers, demonstrating ability to pivot manufacturing capabilities for emergency demand.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Thermal Control Products designs, prototypes, and manufactures custom thermal insulation materials, heat shields, line sleeves, and protective components for the motorsports, military/defense, aerospace, and industrial equipment sectors. Products are fabricated from advanced materials including composites, fiberglass, silica, ceramics, mineral wool, Aerogel, and Pyrogel, and include standard catalog items as well as fully custom-engineered solutions. Manufacturing is performed in-house in a 25,000 square-foot vertically integrated facility in Concord, North Carolina, with capabilities spanning CAD/CAM design, CNC cutting, programmable sewing, and die cutting.

Product overview

Thermal Control Products (TCP) is a manufacturer of custom thermal and protective components and heat shield products. The product portfolio includes a comprehensive range of heat protection materials (Aluminized Fiberglass, Carbon Felt, CarbonX, Gold Foil, PSA-Backed Aluminized FG, ZircoFlex, Zero Clearance, Volcano Wrap, Silica Header Wrap), heat shields (Quilted Heat Shields, Stainless Steel Heat Shields, Perforated Zero Clearance), line sleeves, protective apparel (Heel Protectors, Fueler Apron, SFI 48.1 Certified Shifter Boot, Knee Knocker), and accessories (Cap Covers, Spark Plug Boots, Reflective Foil Tape, Stainless Steel Band Ties). The company serves diverse industries including NASCAR motorsports, military/defense, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, robotics, and energy generation, offering both standard products and custom-designed solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aluminized Fiberglass Materials High-temperature reflective aluminized fiberglass fabric sold by the linear yard for use in thermal insulation blankets, heat shields, and protective components in industrial, racing, military, and aerospace applications.
• Aluminized Fiberglass Line Sleeves Aluminized fiberglass line sleeves for protecting hoses, cables, tubes, and wires from radiant heat; provides continuous temperature protection to 650°F and short-term exposure to 1000°F while reflecting 90% of radiant heat energy.
• Aluminized Fiberglass Line Sleeve with Velcro Closure Dual-wall Velcro-closure aluminized fiberglass line sleeve rated for continuous 650°F and short-term 1000°F exposure, sold in 12-foot rolls for installation convenience.
• Alumized Nomex Board Lightweight 1/16 inch rigid thermal insulating barrier board that reflects 95% of radiant thermal energy at 600°F continuous, used for floor boards, transmission tunnels, oil tank boxes, and firewalls in racing and industrial applications.
• Carbon Felt 1/4 inch non-woven carbon felt that is soft, flexible, high-temperature and insulative, with superior thermal, fire, and spark-resistant barrier properties; sold by the linear yard.
• CarbonX Fabric Breathable and stretchy flame-resistant fabric handling temperatures up to 2,600°F that will not ignite when exposed to flames; available in heavyweight (10oz) and lightweight (7.7oz) options.
• SFI 52.1 Rated Fueler Apron SFI 52.1 rated protective racing apron designed to protect against spills and repel fluids with adjustable elastic straps; constructed from lightweight fiberglass material.
• Gold Foil Heat Barrier Fire-resistant pressure-sensitive adhesive foil with fiberglass backing that reflects up to 675°F of radiant heat for up to 8 hours, with a continuous operating temperature of 400°F.
• CarbonX Racing Heel Protectors Racing shoe heel protectors featuring CarbonX lining, reinforced heel, and adjustable hook-and-loop closure; designed to keep heels cool when floorboards reach racing temperatures.
• Knee Knocker Protector Knee protector with a lightweight formed aluminum core sandwiched between two layers of 1/2 inch impact foam, covered with durable flame-retardant fabric; weighs under one pound.
• Perforated Zero Clearance Heat Shield Lightweight adhesive-backed alternative to metal heat shield with integrated sound abatement properties, available in 42 inch by 48 inch sheets for low-clearance installation.
• PSA-Backed Aluminized Fiberglass Lightweight pressure-sensitive adhesive-backed reflective thermal barrier that reflects 90% of radiant heat, sold by the linear yard in 60 inch by 36 inch rolls.
• Quilted Heat Shield 8 x 22 Multi-layered heat shield designed for external installation on exhaust systems to reduce floor and cockpit temperatures, constructed of high-temperature fabric and ceramic non-woven insulation with stainless steel mesh.
• Reflective Foil Tape Aluminized foil/glass fabric laminate tape with high-temperature silicone adhesive, used primarily as masking tape in plasma flame spraying applications; maximum operating temperature 500°F.
• SFI 48.1 Certified Shifter Boot NASCAR-mandated and SFI 48.1 certified shifter boot constructed of durable herringbone exterior and aluminized interior to reflect heat and provide easy clean-up.
• Silica Header Wrap Texturized amorphous silica filament yarn woven into a strong and flexible form, providing excellent insulating values for header and exhaust applications.
• Spark Plug Boot High-temperature spark plug wire protector with dual-layered composite material offering 1800°F continuous operating temperature while reflecting 90% of thermal energy.
• Stainless Steel Band Ties 5/16 inch by 26.8 inch stainless steel band ties designed for mounting various heat shields onto high-temperature surfaces.
• Stainless Steel Heat Shield 8 x 22 Two-layer lightweight embossed honeycomb 309 and 316 stainless steel heat shield with ceramic non-woven core, designed for low-clearance area installations.
• Volcano Wrap Basalt Fiber Tape Continuous filament basalt fiber tape that resists gasoline and engine chemicals and withstands temperatures up to 1,200°F; 2 inches wide and available in 25 foot and 50 foot lengths.
• Zero Clearance Heat Shield Board Durable laminated rigid board material that reflects 95% of radiant thermal energy at 600°F continuous, designed for installation into floor boards, transmission tunnels, and firewalls.
• ZircoFlex Ceramic Heat Shield Material Flexible aluminum-backed ceramic heat shield material offering excellent thermal barrier protection with minimal weight and thickness, available in I and III layers with or without adhesive. TCP holds exclusive North American distribution rights under its 2014 partnership with Zircotec.
• Ventilator Thermal Mount Barrier Heat Shields (Project V) Custom thermal mount barrier heat shields designed for life-saving multi-function ventilators, manufactured for the COVID-19 Project V initiative; protects sensitive ventilator components and lowers operating temperature to extend device life.
• Reusable Antimicrobial Face Masks Reusable antimicrobial face masks produced during the COVID-19 pandemic, available in a standard two-layer coyote brown antimicrobial-treated cotton design and a Johns Hopkins specification version.
• Custom Thermal Insulation Design and Fabrication Services Bespoke design, engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing service for thermal insulation solutions, heat shields, and protective components, from single custom parts to mass production runs; uses lightweight composites, fiberglass, silica, ceramics, mineral wool, cellulose, foams, Aerogel, and Pyrogel materials.
• AustriAlpin Cobra Buckles Distribution Exclusive North American distribution of AustriAlpin Cobra buckles, available in multiple sizes with yield strength ratings of 2,000 LBS (1 inch) and 500 LBS (1.75 inch); designed for military, tactical, and performance applications.
• PowerFilm Thin-Film Solar Products Distribution Regional distribution of PowerFilm thin-film solar products in North and South Carolina, marketed alongside TCP's custom protective products for backup and alternative power applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Shortest lead-times in industry through vertical integration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• General MotorscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2020TCP partnered with General Motors and Ventec Life Systems in March 2020 to construct thermal mount barrier heat shields for life-saving multi-function ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic. TCP shipped over 30,000-40,000 units for Project V, working extended hours and expediting raw materials to meet urgent demand from GM's Kokomo, Indiana plant.
• Ventec Life SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2020Partnership with Ventec Life Systems and General Motors for ventilator manufacturing. TCP constructed thermal mount barrier heat shields used with Ventec's life-saving multi-function ventilators to help meet demand during COVID-19 shortage.
• AustriAlpin (Cobra Buckles)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2014TCP named exclusive distributor of AstriAlpin Cobra buckles. Cobra buckles, originally designed for military use, are made from 7075 aluminum alloy with solid brass and stainless steel components. Available in various sizes with yield strength ratings of 2000 LBS (1 inch) and 500 LBS (1.75 inch).
• Zircotec (ZircoFlex)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2014TCP named exclusive ZircoFlex distributor for North America in January 2014. ZircoFlex is a revolutionary flexible aluminum-backed ceramic heat shield material patented by Zircotec. This partnership allows TCP to provide additional heat solutions to motorsports, industrial and commercial industries across North America.
• PowerFilmminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 March 2013Partnership with PowerFilm, Inc. designating TCP as official distributor of PowerFilm's thin-film solar products in North and South Carolina. This partnership enables combining solar technology with customized protective products to generate alternative and backup power sources.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Design Engineering Inc. (DEI): Manufacturer of thermal and acoustic insulation products including heat shields, exhaust wraps, and sound deadening materials. Highly comparable to TCP in product mix, target markets (automotive aftermarket, racing, industrial), and custom/specialty fabrication approach.
• Zircotec: UK-based developer and manufacturer of ceramic heat shield coatings and ZircoFlex flexible ceramic products for motorsports, aerospace, and industrial applications. Notably, TCP is Zircotec's exclusive North American ZircoFlex distributor, making them both supplier and adjacent competitor in finished thermal products.
• Heatshield Products: US-based manufacturer of thermal insulation products including heat shields, exhaust wraps, and thermal barriers serving automotive, racing, and industrial markets. Closest direct competitor to TCP with overlapping product categories and customer base in performance/racing.
• ThermoShield: Manufacturer of thermal insulation products and heat shields serving industrial and automotive markets. Comparable niche manufacturer with overlapping thermal management product offerings.
• Thermo-Tec Automotive: Manufacturer of heat shielding, exhaust wraps, and thermal management products for automotive and performance racing applications. Competes with TCP in the racing heat shield category with overlapping customer profiles.

Broad incumbents

• 3M: Diversified industrial conglomerate with thermal/acoustic insulation products (including Nextel ceramic textiles) serving aerospace, industrial, and automotive markets. Overlaps with TCP in heat-resistant textile and thermal barrier categories at much larger scale.
• Morgan Advanced Materials: Global manufacturer of advanced ceramic and thermal management solutions serving aerospace, defense, industrial, and automotive markets. Larger incumbent in the same thermal protection and heat shield space with deeper aerospace and defense customer relationships.
• Lydall: Manufacturer of specialty engineered thermal and acoustical solutions serving industrial, automotive, and aerospace markets. Competes with TCP in thermal/acoustic insulation categories with broader product portfolio and larger scale manufacturing footprint.
• Unifrax (Alkegen): Large global manufacturer of high-performance specialty fiber-based thermal management materials including FireMaster, Fyrewrap, and Isofrax product lines. Competes in the same aerospace, industrial, and automotive thermal end-markets as TCP but at significantly greater scale and with broader product portfolios.

Regional players

• Elmelin: UK-based manufacturer of industrial thermal insulation products including flexible mica-based and ceramic insulation for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Comparable niche manufacturer with similar thermal insulation product focus, primarily serving European markets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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