What Mountain Tarp and Awning does

Mountain Tarp and Awning, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Middlesboro, Kentucky, is a U.S. manufacturer of tarping systems and replacement parts for commercial trucking fleets operating in construction, waste management, agriculture, transportation/logistics, and landscaping. The company operates as a wholly-owned brand within Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC. Its product portfolio spans three categories: tarps (mesh, vinyl, and plastic/netting in standard and custom sizes); complete tarp systems including Flip Tarp Systems (with industry-exclusive guaranteed unbreakable arms), Pull Tarp Systems, Flatbed Tarp Systems, Tarp-N-Go accordion systems, Side Roll Systems, and the Pioneer Roll Off Systems; and a replacement parts catalog covering arms, bows, motors, cylinders, rollers, hydraulics, and the Mountain Lock™ electric conversion product line.

The company's technical differentiation rests on patented mechanical and hydraulic technology — most notably the Pioneer Rack 'n Pinion hydraulic tarping system (described in the source material as the waste-industry standard), the patent-pending Lockdown Electric Side Roll System, and proprietary heavy-duty mesh materials (Gorilla mesh). Manufacturing is anchored in Houston, Texas, with eight additional owned service, installation, and parts facilities spread across Ohio, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Arizona, and Florida, supported by mobile service vans.

Commercially, Mountain Tarp runs a multi-channel B2B model: a sales-led inside-sales team (1-800-248-7717), a self-serve e-commerce platform with a Quick Order Form for bulk CSV/XLS/ODF ordering, an established U.S. dealer network, and direct installation/repair services. Pricing is unit-based and ranges from sub-$5 hardware items to approximately $8,500 for heavy-duty Pioneer roll-off systems; most pricing is gated behind account login. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time equipment sales and replacement parts, supplemented by installation/repair services and a commercial financing program, with the horizontal customer base spread across multiple fleet-operator segments rather than concentrated in named enterprise accounts.

Name

Mountain Tarp and Awning

Legal name

Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC

Website

https://mountaintarp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Mountain Tarp and Awning manufactures tarping systems and replacement parts for U.S. commercial trucking fleets in construction, waste management, transportation, agriculture, and landscaping, operating as a wholly-owned brand within Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Truck Tarping Systems

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Mining & Quarry Haulage Vehicle Manufacturing (Dump Trucks/Haulers) (IMACAFAC)

Keywords

• Commercial tarping systems
• Dump truck tarps
• Roll off tarp systems
• Flatbed cargo tarps
• Tarp replacement parts

Headquarters

HQ city

Middlesboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tarp and Tarp System Sales: Mountain Tarp generates revenue through the sale of complete tarp systems (flip tarp, side roll, Tarp-N-Go, roll-off systems) and individual tarps (mesh, vinyl, plastic netting). Products are sold through e-commerce, sales representatives, and dealer network with unit-based pricing.
2. Replacement Parts and Accessories: Sales of replacement parts including arms, bows, cylinders, motors, gear boxes, rollers, cables, pulleys, ratchets, straps, hydraulic components, and other hardware. Parts support all major tarp system brands.
3. Installation and Repair Services: Mountain Tarp provides custom modification services, on-site installation, and repair services at their conveniently located facilities. Mobile service vans are also available to meet customers at their locations.
4. Commercial Financing: Mountain Tarp offers commercial financing programs with rapid credit approval, fast application process, competitive rates, and payment flexibility for customers purchasing tarping equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mountain Tarp manufactures and sells tarping systems for commercial trucks, trailers, and roll-off applications used in construction, waste management, agriculture, and freight hauling. Its portfolio spans tarp materials (mesh, vinyl, plastic/netting), complete tarp systems (flip, pull, flatbed, side roll, Tarp-N-Go, Pioneer roll off), and replacement parts and accessories. The company also offers installation, custom modification, repair services, and commercial financing for its equipment customers.

Product overview

Mountain Tarp is a manufacturer of tarping systems and replacement parts for the commercial trucking, waste management, construction, and agriculture industries. The product portfolio consists of three core product categories: Tarps (mesh, vinyl, and plastic/netting materials available in standard and custom sizes), Tarp Systems (including Flip Tarp Systems, Pull Tarp Systems, Flatbed Tarp Systems, Side Roll Systems, Tarp-N-Go accordion-style systems, and Pioneer Roll Off Tarp Systems for waste industry applications), and Parts & Accessories (arms, bows, motors, cylinders, rollers, cables, hydraulics, and the Mountain Lock™ electric conversion product line). The company, a subsidiary of Wastequip, operates on a B2B model through an e-commerce platform with a Quick Order Form feature for bulk ordering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mesh Tarps Breathable tarps made from heavyweight woven polypropylene or vinyl-coated mesh designed to protect loads while allowing airflow during transport; suited for hauling gravel, sand, and landscaping materials.
• Vinyl Tarps Heavy-duty PVC coated fabric tarps that resist abrasion, ripping, corrosion, and rust, functioning as waterproof covers in extreme temperatures; includes asphalt, lumber, and steel tarps with pockets, webbing, and grommets.
• Plastic Tarps and Trash Nets Plastic tarps and netting designed to prevent debris or harmful contaminants from escaping loads, available in plastic and polyethylene materials for refuse and recycling applications.
• Dump Truck and Trailer Tarp Systems Flip tarp systems for dump trucks and trailers featuring the industry's only guaranteed unbreakable tarp arms, available in manual and electric configurations for side mount clock spring or underbody mount spring assemblies.
• Pull Tarp Systems Economical semi-automatic tarping solutions for smaller dump trailers, where the operator pulls a deployment rope to deploy the tarp and a roller assists with retraction.
• Flatbed Trailer Tarp Systems Cargo control tarping solutions for flatbed applications including steel tarps, coil bags, lumber tarps with ratchets, straps, chains, and 18 oz. vinyl tarps.
• Pioneer Roll Off Tarp Systems Heavy-duty roll-off tarp systems designed for cable hoists or hook lift trucks, featuring the Pioneer brand's Rack n' Pinion technology and Strong Arm systems, recognized as the waste industry standard.
• Parts and Accessories Replacement parts supporting all major tarp system brands, including arms, bows, cylinders, motors, gear boxes, roller boxes, cables, pulleys, ratchets, straps, tie downs, hydraulic components, switches, and remotes.
• Mountain Lock Electric Conversion Kits Electric conversion kits and components for tarp systems, including rear arm kits, front arm kits, and wireless units with auto-shutoff functionality under the Mountain Lock brand.
• Installation, Modification, and Repair Services Custom modification, on-site installation, and repair services for tarping systems performed at company facilities and via mobile service vans dispatched to customer locations.
• Commercial Financing Program Commercial financing program offering rapid credit approval, fast application processing, competitive rates, and payment flexibility for customers purchasing tarping equipment.

Quantifiable outcome

• 36-month warranty on 1.1 HP and 1.3 HP motors
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• WastequipcoreOthersMountain Tarp is a brand owned and operated by Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC. Wastequip is a leading manufacturer of waste handling and hauling equipment. Mountain Tarp operates as part of the Wastequip family, benefiting from shared manufacturing capabilities, distribution networks, and corporate resources.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Roll-Rite: Roll-Rite manufactures automatic tarp systems and covers for dump trucks, trailers, and roll-off trucks. It is the most directly comparable competitor to Mountain Tarp across flip tarp, side roll, and roll-off product categories.
• Aero Industries: Aero Industries produces tarp systems and covers for dump bodies, trailers, and roll-off trucks serving the waste and construction industries. It overlaps directly with Mountain Tarp's dump truck and roll-off product lines.
• Pulltarps: Pulltarps manufactures pull-style and flip tarp systems for dump trucks and trailers. It competes in the same mid-market segment as Mountain Tarp's pull tarp and entry-level dump truck systems.
• Donovan Enterprises: Donovan Enterprises builds tarp systems, tarps, and accessories for trucks and trailers serving construction and agricultural markets. It is comparable as a multi-product tarp manufacturer competing for similar fleet customers.
• US Tarp: US Tarp manufactures replacement tarps and tarp systems for trucks and trailers. It is comparable to Mountain Tarp's parts and replacement-tarp business, often serving the same fleet and dealer channels.
• Shur-Co (A.S.T. Industries): Shur-Co designs and manufactures tarping and containment systems for trucks, trailers, and agricultural equipment. It is comparable across agricultural, flatbed, and dump truck tarp categories.

Broad incumbents

• Wastequip (parent context): Wastequip is Mountain Tarp's parent and a broader manufacturer of waste handling and hauling equipment (containers, compactors, roll-off bodies). It contextualizes Mountain Tarp within a larger waste-equipment portfolio.
• Heil Environmental: Heil manufactures refuse collection vehicles and related equipment for the waste industry. It is comparable as a broader waste-fleet equipment incumbent where roll-off and front-loader fleets also purchase tarping accessories.

Regional players

• Reading Truck Body: Reading Truck Body manufactures vocational truck bodies, dump bodies and accessories for work trucks. It is adjacent as a supplier into the same vocational fleet customers who buy tarping systems.

Others

• East Manufacturing: East Manufacturing produces aluminum flatbed trailers and related cargo securement products used by the same freight and flatbed trucking customers that buy flatbed tarp systems from Mountain Tarp.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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