Taylor
Taylor Entrance Systems is a Michigan-based manufacturer of made-to-order steel and fiberglass exterior doors for U.S. residential and commercial construction, operating as a brand of Wausau Supply Company since 1946 and selling through dealers and direct contractor relationships.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1946
- HeadquartersWest Branch, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Taylor does
Taylor Entrance Systems, founded in 1946 and headquartered in West Branch, Michigan, manufactures steel and fiberglass exterior entrance systems for the U.S. residential and commercial construction markets. The company operates as a brand under Wausau Supply Company, with products made-to-order by in-house craftspeople. Its portfolio spans six steel door collections (WestGuard 18/20-gauge, Cambridge 22-gauge, Midland 24-gauge, Norwood 22-gauge stainable, Trukote 24-gauge prefinished, Edgewood 25-gauge), two fiberglass collections (Huron lightly textured and Timbergrain textured), three frame systems (QuikFit, Remodeler, PRO18), and sill accessories. Core technology centers on injected polyurethane foam cores, full steel-edge perimeter construction, adjustable hinge plate systems, composite lock blocks, and compression-molded fiberglass SMC skins, delivering Grade 40 security ratings, up to 90-minute fire ratings, and STC acoustic ratings.
The business sells through an independent dealer network and direct relationships with contractors, builders, architects, and homeowners, with no order minimums and quoted pricing on custom work. Stock doors ship within 10 working days. Distribution is domestic U.S. only. Technical specification is supported via ARCAT-hosted BIM objects, CAD drawings, specs, and the SpecWizard tool, allowing architects to embed Taylor products into commercial and multi-family projects. The company maintains ENERGY STAR, Florida Building Code, Texas Department of Insurance, ADA, TSCA Title VI, and California Proposition 65 compliance.
Revenue is generated almost entirely from hardware sales of door units and complementary frame and sill systems. Leadership transitioned in May 2024 with the appointment of Rob Hamood as Vice President & General Manager under Wausau Supply Company President Charlie Herwig. There are no disclosed funding rounds, acquisitions, or geographic expansion beyond the United States.
Taylor firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Taylor
- Legal name
- Wausau Supply Company
- Website
- https://taylordoor.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1946
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Taylor Entrance Systems is a Michigan-based manufacturer of made-to-order steel and fiberglass exterior doors for U.S. residential and commercial construction, operating as a brand of Wausau Supply Company since 1946 and selling through dealers and direct contractor relationships.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Taylor industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Exterior Entry Doors
- NAICS
- Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321)
- SIC
- Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Exterior Doors (IMADAIAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Commercial & Industrial Doors (Sectional, High-Speed, Fire, Security) (IMADAIAF), Weatherstripping, Thresholds & Door/Window Seals (IMADAIAL)
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Where Taylor is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- West Branch
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Taylor business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Steel and Fiberglass Door Sales: Taylor generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of steel entry doors, fiberglass doors, and complementary frame systems. Products are sold through dealer networks, direct to contractors/builders, and architects. The company emphasizes custom manufacturing capabilities with no order minimums.
- Door Frame Systems: Sale of QuikFit adjustable frame systems, Remodeler frame systems, PRO18 frames, and sill products as complementary components to door units.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Standard door products available at dealer level |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
Taylor product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Taylor Entrance Systems manufactures made-to-order steel and fiberglass exterior entrance doors and complementary frame systems for residential and commercial construction. The company produces six steel door collections (18- to 25-gauge) and two fiberglass collections, along with adjustable steel frames and ADA-compliant sills, all manufactured at its West Branch, Michigan facility with no order minimums and lead times of 10 working days or less.
Product overview
Taylor Entrance Systems is a manufacturer of quality steel and fiberglass exterior doors serving the residential and commercial markets since 1946. The company operates as America's Doormaker with products built in West Branch, Michigan. The product portfolio consists of six steel door collections (WestGuard, Cambridge, Midland, Norwood, Trukote, Edgewood) ranging from 18-gauge to 25-gauge in various finishes including smooth, stainable, and prefinished options, plus two fiberglass collections (Huron and Timbergrain) offering textured and lightly textured options. Supporting the door products are three frame systems (QuikFit, Remodeler, PRO18) and comprehensive sill options. All products feature polyurethane foam cores for insulation and are available with various fire ratings (20-minute to 90-minute) and security ratings (Grade 40).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- WestGuard: Premium 18- and 20-gauge smooth steel door collection with full steel-edge perimeter, ideal for commercial and high-traffic applications
- Cambridge
- Midland
- Norwood
- Trukote
- Edgewood
- Huron
- Timbergrain
- QuikFit
- Remodeler Frame
- PRO18
Products and services
- WestGuard Series Steel Doors Premium 18- and 20-gauge hot-dipped galvanized smooth steel door series with injected polyurethane foam core, full steel-edge perimeter, and adjustable hinge plate; designed for commercial and high-traffic applications with Grade 40 security rating and up to 90-minute fire rating.
- Cambridge Series Steel Doors 22-gauge smooth steel door collection offering Grade 40 security against forced entry; available in styles from timeless classics to contemporary designs with STC 25 sound rating.
- Midland Series Steel Doors 24-gauge smooth steel commodity door series designed for practicality and functionality with stylish panel designs; suited for residential and light commercial applications with STC 22 sound rating.
- Norwood Series Steel Doors 22-gauge stainable textured steel door series with deeply embossed Oak woodgrain surface primed in beige, allowing stain or paint application to create authentic woodgrain appearance.
- Trukote Series Steel Doors 24-gauge prefinished smooth steel door series factory-finished with white polyester paint requiring no additional finishing; designed for multi-family projects offering best value among prefinished doors.
- Edgewood Series Steel Doors 25-gauge smooth steel door series with 10-degree face sheet bend and wood stile and rail system; composite bottom rail for rot and insect protection with 20-minute fire rating and STC 24.
- Huron Series Fiberglass Doors Lightly textured fiberglass door series with modern brush stroke finish, polyurethane foam core, full composite edge; designed for residential, multi-family, and light commercial projects using high-impact compression-molded fiberglass (SMC) skins.
- Timbergrain Series Fiberglass Doors Textured fiberglass door series with high-impact molded fiberglass skins and full-length engineered hinge and lock stiles; available in Oak, Fir, Cherry, Mahogany, and Knotty Alder wood textures; backed by limited lifetime warranty.
- QuikFit Adjustable Frame System Two-piece adjustable galvannealed steel frame system with steel-edge door panel prehung; accommodates wall depths from 4-1/2" to 12-1/2", available in white, brown, and satin black finishes with Florida Building Code and TDI approvals.
- Remodeler Frame System 18-gauge galvanized steel frame system designed to fit over existing wood frames for replacement installation; includes weatherstrip, adjustable threshold, and 11-gauge hinge reinforcements for energy efficiency and security.
- PRO18 Adjustable Frame System Commercial adjustable steel frame system with mortise hinge pocket designed for WestGuard door series; 18-gauge galvannealed steel accommodates 4-1/16" to 8-1/16" jamb depths with up to 90-minute fire rating.
- Sills (ADA-Compliant, Inswing & Outswing) Complete sill solutions including ADA-compliant fixed saddle sills (5"-8" sizes), outswing thermal break fixed sills, and adjustable inswing sills; aluminum construction with composite substrates.
- Fiberglass Entry Doors for Commercial (with 7-Year Limited Warranty) Commercial-grade fiberglass entry doors backed by a Limited 7-Year Warranty, extending Taylor's fiberglass offerings into commercial applications.
Quantifiable outcome
- Insulation properties at least 4 times greater than wood doors
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Taylor
Customer profileSegments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Taylor technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration4 records
Feature6 records
Taylor partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Wausau Supply CompanycoreTaylor Entrance Systems is a brand of Wausau Supply Company. The parent company handles distribution, sales operations, and corporate leadership including President Charlie Herwig. Taylor operates as a manufacturing unit focused on custom door production while Wausau Supply provides broader business infrastructure.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Taylor competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Plastpro: Plastpro specializes in fiberglass entry doors with composite stiles and rails, serving residential and multi-family markets in North America. It is a direct peer on the fiberglass door side of Taylor's portfolio, particularly the Huron and Timbergrain lines.
- ProVia: ProVia manufactures steel and fiberglass entry doors, along with replacement windows and other building products, sold through dealer and professional channels. Its made-to-order custom door offering and dealer-led distribution model are directly comparable to Taylor's approach.
- Jeld-Wen: Jeld-Wen is a global manufacturer of windows and doors, with a sizable North American steel and fiberglass exterior door portfolio sold through dealers and home center retailers. It is the most direct scale competitor to Taylor in both residential and commercial exterior door categories.
- Therma-Tru: Therma-Tru is a leading North American manufacturer of fiberglass and steel entry doors, with deep presence in residential and multi-family construction. Its product positioning in durable, energy-efficient entry systems closely overlaps Taylor's steel and fiberglass exterior door portfolio.
- Masonite: Masonite is one of the largest North American manufacturers of interior and exterior doors, including both steel and fiberglass entry systems sold through dealer and big-box channels. Taylor competes directly with Masonite's residential and light-commercial door lines in the same fenestration channel.
- Ceco Door: Ceco Door is an established North American manufacturer of commercial hollow metal doors and frames used in office, healthcare, and institutional buildings. It competes head-to-head with Taylor's commercial steel door and frame systems in the specification channel.
- Steelcraft (Allegion): Steelcraft, an Allegion brand, manufactures commercial steel doors and frames used across institutional, healthcare, and multi-family construction. Its commercial-grade steel door systems compete directly with Taylor's WestGuard and PRO18 frame offerings in commercial specification.
Others
- Wausau Supply Company: Wausau Supply Company is the parent company of Taylor Entrance Systems and itself operates as a building products distributor and brand portfolio owner. It is included as a relevant ecosystem participant because Taylor's go-to-market, capital allocation, and corporate strategy flow through this parent entity.
Broad incumbents
- Andersen: Andersen is one of the largest North American window and door manufacturers, with an expansive dealer network and significant brand equity. Its entry door offering overlaps with Taylor's residential premium segment, though Andersen is a much broader building products incumbent.
- Pella: Pella is a major North American manufacturer of windows and doors with broad residential and light-commercial reach. While its door portfolio is smaller than its window business, Pella's branded dealer and big-box presence places it as a broad incumbent competing for the same exterior door specification dollars as Taylor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Taylor social profiles
Digital presenceTaylor compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance7 records
Taylor financial estimates
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Taylor leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Taylor funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Taylor M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Taylor
What does Taylor do?
Taylor Entrance Systems manufactures made-to-order steel and fiberglass exterior entrance doors and complementary frame systems for residential and commercial construction. The company produces six steel door collections (18- to 25-gauge) and two fiberglass collections, along with adjustable steel frames and ADA-compliant sills, all manufactured at its West Branch, Michigan facility with no order minimums and lead times of 10 working days or less.
Is Taylor a public or private company?
Taylor is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Taylor founded?
Taylor was founded in 1946. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Taylor based?
Taylor is headquartered in West Branch, United States, in the North America region.
How does Taylor make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Steel and Fiberglass Door Sales are the primary driver. The others are door Frame Systems.
Who are Taylor's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Plastpro, ProVia, Jeld-Wen, Therma-Tru, Masonite, Ceco Door and Steelcraft (Allegion). Wausau Supply Company is listed as an others. Broad incumbents are Andersen and Pella.
Does Taylor have an API?
No public API is recorded for Taylor.
What industry is Taylor in?
Taylor's product category is Exterior Entry Doors. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAIAA, Exterior Doors, with a secondary code of IMADAIAF, Commercial & Industrial Doors (Sectional, High-Speed, Fire, Security). Its NAICS code is 332321 and its SIC code is 3442.