Petersen Aluminum Corp.

What Petersen Aluminum Corp. does

Petersen Aluminum Corp., doing business as PAC-CLAD, is a U.S. manufacturer of architectural metal roofing and wall panel systems founded in 1965 and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Carlisle Corporation's Carlisle Construction Materials division. The company designs and produces standing-seam metal roofing (Snap-Clad, Tite-Loc/Tite-Loc Plus, PAC-150, PAC T-250, Snap-On Standing Seam), concealed and exposed fastener wall panels, metal composite material (PAC-3000/PAC-4000) systems, insulated metal panels, and complementary building components such as coping, fascia, gutters, soffits, snow retention, and insulation products. Core technology centers on proprietary concealed-fastener clip systems, continuous interlock designs, mechanical field seaming, and Kynar 70% PVDF finishes, with products manufactured from coated steel and aluminum coil sourced from major mills including Arconic, ArcelorMittal, Nucor, U.S. Steel, and Aleris.

The company serves architects, specifiers, contractors, and building owners across commercial, institutional, government, education, hospitality, and high-end residential construction. Go-to-market is a specification-driven enterprise field-sales motion executed through a nationwide network of architectural sales representatives and distributors, augmented by AIA continuing education courses and proprietary digital specification tools (E-Binder, PAC Visualizer, Spec Builder, Submittal Builder). Revenue is generated through project-specific, quote-based hardware sales of panels, coil, components, and fabrication equipment; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Operations are supported by five manufacturing facilities (Illinois, Maryland, Texas, Georgia, Arizona) and six distribution centers (Colorado, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, Florida, Utah, Florida), with products backed by multiple code approvals (UL, FM4474, Miami-Dade, Florida HVHZ, ICC-ES) and a 35-year non-prorated finish warranty.

Name

Petersen Aluminum Corp.

Legal name

Petersen Aluminum Corp.

Website

https://pac-clad.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Petersen Aluminum Corp. (PAC-CLAD) manufactures architectural metal roofing, wall panels, insulated panels, and building components for commercial, institutional, government, and residential construction projects across the United States, operating as a subsidiary of Carlisle Corporation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Metal Roofing and Wall Panels

NAICS

Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (332322), Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing (3323), Ornamental and Architectural Metal Products Manufacturing (33232)

SIC

Sheet Metal Work (3444), Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440), Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Roofing & Wall Panels (Architectural/Structural) (IMADACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Cladding, Soffits & Trim (Non-Panel Components) (IMADACAM), Aluminum Fabrication & Finishing (Machining, Anodizing, Coating) (IMAKACAI)

Keywords

• Architectural metal panels
• Metal roofing systems
• Standing seam roofing
• Insulated metal panels
• Coil coated metal

Headquarters

HQ city

Elk Grove Village

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Metal Roofing Panel Systems: Standing seam metal roofing panels including Snap-Clad, Tite-Loc, Tite-Loc Plus, Snap-On Standing Seam, PAC-150, and PAC T-250. Available in steel and aluminum with various gauges. Revenue generated from panel sales with pricing based on project specifications.
2. Metal Wall Panel Systems: Concealed and exposed fastener wall panels, flush and reveal systems, board and batten, corrugated panels, composite panels, perforated metal, and precision series panels for architectural applications.
3. Insulated Metal Panel Systems: Insulated metal panels combining exterior cladding, insulation, and interior liner in one system including Corr-Lok, Design-Lok, Max-Lok, Mesa-Lok, Ridge-Lok, Shadow-Lok, and Max-Lok HSE.
4. Building Components: Coping systems, fascia systems, gutter and downspout systems, column covers, soffit panels, underlayment, and snow retention systems (ColorGard).
5. Coil and Flat Sheet: Metal coil and flat sheet materials in aluminum and steel with various finishes including Kynar PVDF coatings.
6. Tools and Equipment: Panel machines, gutter machines, metal folders, metal shears, mechanical seamers, and paint pens for fabrication and installation.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Petersen Aluminum Corp. designs, manufactures, and distributes architectural metal wall panels, standing seam and exposed-fastener metal roofing systems, insulated metal panels, and complementary building envelope accessories under the PAC-CLAD brand. Products are produced from steel and aluminum coil stock finished with Kynar 70% PVDF coatings, and are sold to architects, contractors, building owners, and distributors serving commercial, institutional, government, and residential construction.

Product overview

Petersen Aluminum Corp. (PAC-CLAD) manufactures architectural metal wall panels and metal roofing systems for commercial and residential building applications. The product portfolio consists of multiple interlocking systems organized into five main categories: (1) Standing Seam Metal Roofing including Snap-Clad, Tite-Loc/Tite-Loc Plus, Snap-On Standing Seam, PAC-150 (90°/180°), and PAC T-250 panels; (2) Concealed and Exposed Fastener Metal Wall Panels including Board and Batten, Flush/Reveal, Precision Series (Box Rib, Highline, HWP), and exposed fastener options (7.2, Corrugated, M-42/M-36, R-36); (3) Metal Composite Material (MCM) including PAC-3000 CS/RS and PAC-4000 RV/DRV systems plus the new PAC-4000 4mm composite; (4) Insulated Metal Panels including Corr-Lok, Design-Lok, Max-Lok/Max-Lok HSE, Mesa-Lok, Ridge-Lok, and Shadow-Lok; and (5) Building Components including soffits (PAC-750, PAC-850, Flush/Reveal), snow retention (ColorGard 2.0), coping/fascia/gutters, column covers, and PAC-Shield CV insulation. All products feature Kynar 70% PVDF finishes in standard, metallic, ore, wood grain, and textured options. Products are made from high-quality steel and aluminum, with most made from recycled aluminum and 100% recyclable.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PAC-CLAD Snap-Clad Standing Seam Roofing
• PAC-CLAD Tite-Loc and Tite-Loc Plus Roofing
• PAC-CLAD PAC-150 Roofing
• PAC-CLAD PAC T-250 Roofing
• PAC-CLAD Snap-On Standing Seam Roofing
• PAC-CLAD Board and Batten Wall Panels
• PAC-CLAD Flush and Reveal Wall Panels
• PAC-CLAD Box Rib Wall Panels
• PAC-CLAD Highline Wall Panels
• PAC-CLAD HWP (Horizontal Wall Panels)
• PAC-CLAD MCM Wall Panels
• PAC-CLAD Exposed Fastener Panels
• PAC-CLAD Modular AL Wall Panels
• PAC-CLAD Perforated Aluminum Panels
• PAC-CLAD Tile Systems
• PAC Insulated Metal Panels (Corr-Lok, Design-Lok, Max-Lok, Max-Lok HSE, Mesa-Lok, Ridge-Lok, Shadow-Lok)
• PAC-CLAD Coil and Flat Sheet
• PAC-CLAD Anodized Aluminum
• PAC-CLAD Building Envelope Accessories (coping, fascia, gutter, column covers, soffit, ColorGard snow retention, PAC-Shield CV)

Quantifiable outcome

• Panel lengths up to 64 feet (Snap-Clad) with continuous leveling for superior flatness
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• D.I. Roof SeamerscoreTechnology or IntegrationD.I. Roof Seamers is the only supplier of mechanical seamers and tools approved by Petersen for use with PAC-150, Tite-Loc, and PAC T-250 panels. Seamers are available for purchase or rental through this partnership.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Revere Copper Products: Manufacturer of architectural copper and zinc roofing and wall panels. Comparable to PAC-CLAD in premium architectural metal roofing for institutional, government, and high-end residential projects, though focused on copper/zinc rather than steel/aluminum.
• ATAS International: Manufacturer of architectural metal roofing, wall, and ceiling panels for commercial and residential construction. Direct competitor with a comparable product portfolio (standing seam, concealed fastener, and exposed fastener panels) and similar specification-driven GTM through architects and contractors.
• CENTRIA (NCI Building Systems): Manufacturer of architectural metal wall and roof systems including concealed fastener, exposed fastener, and composite panels. Closely comparable product breadth, code approvals, and large-project commercial specification focus.
• Morin - A Kingspan Group Company: Producer of single-skin and insulated architectural metal wall and roof panels, now part of Kingspan. Overlaps directly with Petersen's concealed fastener wall panels, composite panels, and IMP products, and competes for the same institutional and commercial specifications.
• Berridge Manufacturing Company: Specialty manufacturer of architectural metal roofing and wall panels, including standing seam and tee-panel systems. Comparable to PAC-CLAD in product scope, Kynar/PVDF finishes, and target customer base of architects and building owners.
• Imetco: Manufacturer of architectural metal roofing, wall, and soffit panels, with a comparable emphasis on standing seam systems and architectural specification. Overlaps with PAC-CLAD in product scope and target customers.
• MBCI (NCI Building Systems): One of the largest U.S. metal building component and roofing/wall panel manufacturers, with overlapping standing seam and exposed fastener product lines. Targets the same commercial, industrial, and institutional customer base as PAC-CLAD.

Emerging players

• W.F. Norman Corporation: Manufacturer of architectural metal ceilings, wall panels, and decorative metal products. Comparable niche overlap with Petersen's decorative/perforated aluminum and specialty architectural metal products, though a smaller, more specialized player.
• 3A Composites USA (Alucobond): Manufacturer of aluminum composite material (ACM/MCM) panels including the Alucobond brand. Directly comparable to Petersen's PAC-3000 and PAC-4000 composite wall panel lines for architectural facades and soffits.

Broad incumbents

• Firestone Metal Products (Holcim Solutions and Products): Holcim-owned manufacturer offering metal roofing, wall panels, and uncoated/coated metal building products. Overlaps with PAC-CLAD on architectural metal panels and competes for the same specification-driven commercial projects, with greater financial and distribution scale through Holcim.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/pacclad
• Facebookfacebook.com/pac.metal.roofing

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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