What Safeguard Technology does

Safeguard Technology, Inc. is a privately held US custom manufacturer of anti-slip safety products founded in 1992 and headquartered in Streetsboro, Ohio. The company produces step covers, walkway and ramp covers, ladder rung covers, and pipe and cable covers, alongside specialty offerings that include Heat-Traction heated covers, Mat-Traction portable mats, Roll-Traction geomembrane rolls, direct-gritting services, anti-slip tapes, pipe bridges, dunnage mats, and a line of hands-off hand safety tools. Its core technology is the proprietary Hi-Traction and HiGlo-Traction anti-slip surfaces, which bond fused alumina aggregate grit — ranking just below diamond on the Mohs hardness scale — to base materials including FRP composite fiberglass, stainless steel, marine-grade aluminum, hot-dipped galvanized steel, flexible PVC vinyl, and heavy-weight rubber, available in six grit grades and multiple color configurations.

The company serves over 40 vertical markets globally, with Oil & Gas (offshore and onshore) as its largest and most demanding segment, followed by Transportation & Fleets, Maritime, Power Generation, Food & Beverage Processing, Chemicals & Refining, Mining & Metallurgy, Public Buildings & Institutions, and Restaurants & Hospitality. Its commercial model combines a quote-based direct sales motion for custom-manufactured products (including in-house professional installation services delivered globally) with a Shopify-backed e-commerce storefront for standard catalog SKUs that ship within five business days. Customers include 100+ named oil & gas and energy majors (BP, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Royal Dutch Shell, Saudi Aramco, Transocean, Petrobras, etc.) as well as transportation operators (Southwest Airlines), government and education buyers (San Jose USD, NOAA), and a large US-based auto manufacturer.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time product sales of custom and catalog anti-slip solutions, supplemented by professional installation services revenue. Pricing is unit-based (e.g., walkway covers starting at $417.97 per unit, ladder rung covers at $184.64 per case) for catalog items and quote-based for custom projects, with net-30 payment terms. The company leans on third-party certifications — NFSI High Traction, NSF International, MIL-PRF, FMVSS 302, IMO, ASTM, DNV, and OSHA/ADA COF compliance — as core sales-validation assets, and balances custom-specification manufacturing with global field installation as its structural advantage in the anti-slip retrofit market.

Name

Safeguard Technology

Legal name

SAFEGUARD TECHNOLOGY, INC.

Website

https://safeguard-technology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Safeguard Technology is a US custom manufacturer of proprietary anti-slip covers, tapes, mats, and hands-off hand safety tools, serving 40+ vertical markets including oil & gas, transportation, maritime, and industrial facilities globally since 1992.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Anti-Slip Safety Equipment

NAICS

Cutlery and Handtool Manufacturing (3322), Coating, Engraving, Heat Treating, and Allied Activities (33281)

SIC

Adhesives & Sealants (2891)

akta.pro primary industry

Anti-Slip Treatments for Stone/Tile Floors (HSAEAOAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Safety & Accessibility Installations (Grab Bars, Handrails, Childproofing) (HSAGAAAN), Safety, Security & Emergency Supplies/Equipment (First Aid, AEDs, PPE, Lockdown Kits) (EDAEAIAL), Concrete Repair, Crack Injection & Grouts (IMADAOAD)

Keywords

• Anti-slip safety products
• Industrial walkway covers
• Ladder rung covers
• Step tread covers
• Hand safety tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Streetsboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Anti-Slip Product Sales: Custom-manufactured anti-slip covers and safety products sold directly to customers across 40+ vertical markets. Products include step covers, walkway covers, ladder rung covers, pipe and cable covers, and specialty safety tools. Both standard catalog items (with e-commerce) and custom quote-driven products.
2. Professional Installation Services: In-house professional installation services for anti-slip products offered globally through their distribution network. Installation is provided as an additional service alongside product sales, valued for its ability to limit customer liability to a single company for materials and installation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Safeguard Technology is a custom manufacturer of anti-slip safety products, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Streetsboro, Ohio. The company designs and builds Hi-Traction and HiGlo-Traction anti-slip covers (step, walkway, ladder rung, pipe and cable) bonded with proprietary fused alumina aggregate to multiple base materials, plus a specialty line that includes Heat-Traction heated covers, Mat-Traction mats, Roll-Traction geomembrane rolls, direct gritting services, anti-slip tape, pipe bridges, Dunnage Mats, and a full set of hand safety tools. Products are sold across more than 40 vertical markets — most prominently oil & gas, transportation, maritime, power generation, food & beverage, and chemicals & refining — with custom quote-based manufacturing, an online store for catalog items, and global in-house installation services.

Product overview

Safeguard Technology is a custom manufacturer of anti-slip safety products founded in 1992, operating as a single-product-focused company with a portfolio of physical safety equipment. The core product line centers on Hi-Traction® and HiGlo-Traction® anti-slip covers, which include Anti-Slip Step Covers, Walkway and Ramp Covers, Ladder Rung Covers, and Pipe & Cable Covers. Specialty offerings expand the portfolio to include Heat-Traction™ heated covers for snow/ice melting, Mat-Traction™ portable mats, Roll-Traction® flexible geomembrane rolls, Direct Gritting application services, Anti-Slip Tape, and Pipe Bridges. The company also offers a distinct line of hand safety tools (HookIt™, HoldIt™, Magna-Grab, Multi-Grab, Safe-T-Stik, SnareIt™, ShoveIt®) and Dunnage Mats for cargo protection. All products are customizable in terms of base material (FRP, stainless steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, PVC vinyl), grit size (six grades from Fine to Xtreme Super Coarse), color options (Standard, Premium, HiGlo glow-in-the-dark, and Two-Tone configurations), and installation method (mechanical fasteners, adhesive, or both). The company serves over 40 vertical markets including Oil & Gas, Transportation, Maritime, Power Generation, Food & Beverage, Chemicals & Refining, Mining & Metallurgy, and Public Buildings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Anti-Slip Step Covers Custom-manufactured anti-slip covers installed over existing stairs to prevent slips and falls, particularly on leading edges where most accidents occur. Made with Hi-Traction or HiGlo-Traction surfaces bonded to FRP, stainless steel, or galvanized steel bases; available in multiple colors, grit levels, and sizes. Sold to industrial, commercial, transportation, oil & gas, and institutional buyers.
• Anti-Slip Walkway and Ramp Covers Prefabricated retrofit covers that convert flat surfaces into safe, non-slip walking and working areas. Installed over concrete, wood, metal plate, and grating using mechanical fasteners or adhesive; targeted at industrial facilities, ramps, decks, and vehicle boarding areas.
• Anti-Slip Ladder Rung Covers Channel-shaped and half-round covers that provide firm-footed traction on ladder rungs. Made from FRP, galvanized or stainless steel with adhesive, mechanical, or welded installation options; sold to oil & gas, maritime, power generation, chemicals, and industrial users.
• Anti-Slip Pipe & Cable Covers Covers that eliminate slips, trips, and falls caused by exposed wires, cables, pipes, and conduit. Lightweight, cost-effective, impact- and corrosion-resistant solutions with standard yellow color and 2-inch black strip on edges; covers up to 3" OD pipe.
• Heat-Traction Anti-Slip Covers Heated step and walkway covers that melt ice and snow over time, eliminating the need for shoveling in winter conditions; targeted at facilities in cold-weather regions.
• Anti-Slip Mat-Traction Mats Portable anti-slip mats for industrial and commercial settings that help prevent slips and falls. Feature anti-fatigue properties, fluid resistance, and pass-through design for particle and debris clearing.
• Roll-Traction Anti-Slip Rolls Heavy-duty, flexible, polymeric geomembrane rolls for creating secure anti-slip areas on walkways, decks, and flooring. Quick deployment by unrolling.
• Anti-Slip Direct Gritting Service Hi-Traction anti-slip surface bonded directly to customer-supplied material for OEM or non-cover applications when a retrofit cover is not practical.
• Anti-Slip Tape Anti-slip tape available in a variety of grits and color combinations to reduce downtime caused by slip-and-fall injuries.
• Anti-Slip Pipe Bridges Temporary solutions to prevent costly slips and falls on pipe stock and irregular surfaces.
• HookIt Hand Safety Tool Hand safety tool that helps avoid hand and finger injuries while safely maneuvering grating or other equipment using an L-shaped hook attachment.
• HoldIt Hand Safety Tool Hand safety tool that helps avoid hand-related injuries while holding and striking objects, keeping fingers and hands at a safe distance from the danger zone.
• Magna-Grab Magnetic Hand Safety Tool Multi-purpose, hands-off magnetic tool that serves as a portable magnetic tag line and tether anchor point, or can be used as a long-reach magnetic retrieval tool.
• Multi-Grab Magnetic Hand Safety Tool Versatile magnetic hand safety tool for close-up suspended load control as well as material handling and light lifting up to 60 lbs.
• Safe-T-Stik Hands-Off Magnetic Tool Ultimate hands-off magnetic load control and positioning safety tool for moving road plates, trench plates, poles, pipe, I-beams, shipping containers, valves, and other heavy steel objects.
• SnareIt Hand Safety Tool Hand safety tool that eliminates finger and hand exposure to danger zones while safely maneuvering pipe or other cylindrical-shaped equipment.
• ShoveIt Hand Safety Tool All-purpose hands-off pole that enables workers to remain at a safe distance from no-go danger zones.
• Dunnage Mats Heavy-duty pads placed on solid surfaces to create safe resting spaces for cargo or equipment. Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications and can be configured around non-movable elements.
• In-House Professional Installation Services In-house professional installation services for Safeguard anti-slip products, offered globally through the company's distribution network. Recent projects have ranged from small 4-hour installations to multi-week offshore deployments involving thousands of step and ladder rung covers. Service is sold alongside the products to limit customer liability to a single company for materials and installation.

Quantifiable outcome

• COF value nearly double OSHA's 0.5 guideline and far exceeding ADA's 0.6 recommended value in independent lab testing using the Brungraber Mark II device
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers30 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI)coreOthersSafeguard Technology's Hi-Traction anti-slip covers are certified 'High Traction' products by the NFSI. NFSI is a recognized authority in slip, trip, and fall prevention, driving change through research, education programs, and product certification. This partnership ensures Safeguard's products consistently align with industry standards for safety and traction.
• National Safety Council (NSC)coreOthersSafeguard is a member of the NSC, a nonprofit international public service organization dedicated to protecting life and promoting health, founded in 1913 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1953. NSC membership demonstrates Safeguard's commitment to proactive safety measures and helps ensure their products support NSC's mission of reducing preventable injuries.
• International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC)coreOthersSafeguard is a member of IADC, which champions safe and sustainable practices in the global drilling and energy industries since 1940. Safeguard partners with IADC members by delivering rugged, anti-slip solutions built to withstand oil, mud, and heavy traffic common in drilling environments.
• National Apartment Association (NAA)minorOthersSafeguard Technology collaborates with NAA to help multifamily communities strengthen safety across common areas. By supplying anti-slip solutions for stairways, walkways, pool decks, and maintenance zones, they help property managers minimize liability and foster safer living environments.
• American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)minorOthersSafeguard shares ASSP's commitment to preventing injuries by providing anti-slip solutions that reduce slip, trip, and fall risks. ASSP is a global organization dedicated to advancing workplace safety through education, standards development, and professional collaboration, founded in 1911.
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)minorOthersSafeguard supports NFPA's mission by offering anti-slip products that enhance safety in emergency routes, exits, and other critical areas. NFPA develops codes and standards that minimize fire and related hazards in workplaces and public spaces.
• ASTM InternationalcoreTechnology or IntegrationSafeguard adheres to ASTM testing methods to verify the durability and slip resistance of their anti-slip solutions. ASTM International develops globally recognized standards that ensure quality, safety, and performance across materials and products.
• International Maritime Organization (IMO)coreOthersSafeguard aligns with IMO guidelines by providing anti-slip solutions engineered for harsh marine environments. IMO sets global standards for safety, security, and environmental performance in the maritime industry.
• Det Norske Veritas (DNV)minorOthersSafeguard aligns with DNV's mission by providing durable, slip-resistant products that enhance safety in industrial, maritime, and energy environments. DNV is a global leader in quality assurance and risk management.
• NSF InternationalcoreOthersSafeguard products are certified under NSF International's Nonfood Compounds Program (P1), meeting standards for use in food processing environments. NSF International protects and improves global human health through public health standards and certifications.
• Associated Builders & Owners (ABO)minorOthersSafeguard supports ABO's mission by providing anti-slip solutions that enhance safety and accessibility across residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties, helping owners and managers protect occupants and reduce liability.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SlipDoctors: US-based anti-slip product and floor treatment company selling anti-slip coatings, treads, and tapes to commercial and residential customers. Direct peer with overlapping slip-prevention product line and SMB target market.
• Safety Direct America: US specialist in anti-slip floor treatments, coatings, and slip-resistance testing. Direct peer offering chemical anti-slip treatments as an alternative to Safeguard's bonded-aggregate covers, with overlap in industrial and commercial facility buyers.
• No Skidding Products: Canadian manufacturer of anti-slip products, tapes, and treatments for industrial, commercial, and residential floors. Direct peer with overlapping product categories and similar mid-market customer profile.
• Wooster Products: US-based manufacturer of anti-slip stair treads, walkway products, and nosings since 1969. Direct peer in anti-slip covers and treads for industrial and commercial use cases, with overlapping target customers in transit, schools, and industrial facilities.
• Heskins LLC: UK/US manufacturer of anti-slip tapes, grip tape, and floor safety products. Direct peer serving the same slip-prevention use case via tape and roll formats, competing on price-sensitive and DIY buyer segments.
• American Safety Technologies: US manufacturer of anti-slip coatings and surface treatments for industrial and marine applications. Direct peer in the anti-slip coatings niche serving similar heavy-industry and maritime end markets as Safeguard's oil & gas and maritime segments.

Emerging players

• Traction Tread Technologies: US manufacturer of anti-slip stair treads, walkway products, and custom traction solutions for industrial and commercial use. Emerging direct peer with overlapping product positioning but smaller market presence.
• Imprint Performance Products (Findlay Treads): US maker of anti-slip stair treads, walkway covers, and matting for industrial and commercial facilities. Direct product peer in the anti-slip cover and mat category, with somewhat smaller scale and a more mat-focused product mix.

Regional players

• Koffler Sales Company: US-based safety products distributor selling anti-slip mats, treads, and floor safety products through wholesale channels. Adjacent peer operating more as a safety-products distributor than a custom manufacturer, with limited overlap in heavy-industrial custom jobs.

Broad incumbents

• 3M Safety & Industrial: Global conglomerate with a Safety & Industrial division selling anti-slip tapes, treads, and floor safety products. Competes with Safeguard primarily in the anti-slip tape category, but as part of a much broader safety portfolio rather than a specialized anti-slip offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 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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