What Metalwerks does

Metalwërks (legal entity: Metal Sales & Service, Inc.) is a U.S. manufacturer of precision-engineered solid metal plate exterior facade systems, with operations in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania (office) and Elkton, Maryland (primary manufacturing facility). Founded in 1968 and acquired by ATAS International, Inc. on April 1, 2025, the company operates as a product line within ATAS's broader architectural metals portfolio. Its headcount band of 101–250 employees supports an enterprise, project-based manufacturing model organized around three product families: Rainscreen Wall Systems (Arcwall Spline, Arcwall Ship Lap, Arcwall, Arcwall Advanced, Sculpted 3D [patent pending], and Econowall), Barrier Wall Systems (Omniplate 1500 and Omniplate 2510), and Decorative Metal (column covers and beam cladding, canopy cladding, custom enclosures, custom interior cladding, and screen walls). All systems are constructed from solid aluminum, stainless steel, and zinc plate with proprietary joinery methods and concealed attachment hardware.

The firm's underlying technology is precision custom forming of solid metal plate using CNC plasma cutting, welding, and finishing (Kynar, powder coating, anodized) to deliver factory-precision assemblies that eliminate field fabrication. Proprietary features include the Arcwall drained-and-back-ventilated rainscreen system with concealed grip splines, the Omniplate 2510 dry-sealed barrier wall with extruded aluminum perimeter framing and interlocking horizontal joinery, and the patent-pending Sculpted 3D system enabling complex three-dimensional and curvilinear facades with integrated LED lighting and vegetative-wall options. Solid metal plate construction provides non-combustibility that avoids NFPA 285 complications associated with thermoplastic-core aluminum composite materials (ACM), and products are 100% recyclable with high post-consumer/industrial content for LEED credit contribution.

Metalwërks employs a consultative enterprise field-sales GTM, providing design-assist services to architects and specifiers during early project development and direct engagement with general contractors through fabrication and installation. Revenue is generated through one-time, project-specific contracts—no standard pricing is publicly disclosed. Customer concentration spans healthcare (Johns Hopkins, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Kentucky Healthcare, Beebe Healthcare), education (Morgan State, SUNY Buffalo, Tarrant County College), commercial real estate (PNC Bank First Side Center), transportation infrastructure (Grand Central Madison, Staten Island Ferry, Stamford Transportation Center), government and public buildings (Armed Forces Retirement Home, Liberty Bell Pavilion), and high-end retail (Neiman Marcus). Geographic reach is national, with documented projects across at least ten U.S. states, all served from the single Elkton, MD manufacturing facility.

Name

Metalwerks

Legal name

Metal Sales & Service, Inc.

Website

https://metalwerksusa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Metalwerks is a U.S. manufacturer of precision-engineered solid metal plate exterior facade systems—rainscreens, barrier walls, and decorative cladding—serving architects and general contractors on healthcare, education, commercial, transportation, and government construction projects. Acquired by ATAS International in April 2025.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Metal Plate Facade Systems

NAICS

Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (332322), Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing (3323), Ornamental and Architectural Metal Products Manufacturing (33232), Ornamental and Architectural Metal Work Manufacturing (332323)

SIC

Sheet Metal Work (3444), 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), Sheet Metal & Flashing Works (Gutters, Copings, Edge Metal, Downspouts) (IMAFAMAE), Architectural & Miscellaneous Metals (Stairs, Railings, Ladders) (IMADACAE)

Keywords

• Architectural metal facades
• Rainscreen wall systems
• Barrier wall systems
• Metal plate cladding
• Exterior building envelopes

Headquarters

HQ city

Kennett Square

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Metal Plate Facade Systems: Project-based sales of precision-manufactured metal plate exterior facade systems including rainscreen walls, barrier walls, column covers, beam cladding, and custom architectural features. Each project is custom-designed and manufactured for specific building requirements.
2. Design and Engineering Services: Design assist services provided early in project lifecycle to collaborate with architects and engineers. Services include design development, engineering analysis, and installation coordination.
3. Finish Warranties and Extended Warranties: Finish warranties up to 20 years for coated aluminum products, with standard 1-year material and workmanship warranties and optional 2- or 5-year extended warranties.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Metalwerks manufactures and sells precision high-performance solid metal plate exterior facade systems, integrated curtain wall components, and custom architectural features for commercial buildings. The company provides design-assist services from early project design through installation, manufacturing rainscreen wall systems (Arcwall family, Econowall), barrier wall systems (Omniplate 1500 and 2510), and decorative metal products (column covers, canopy cladding, custom enclosures) in aluminum, stainless steel, and zinc.

Product overview

Metalwërks is a leading U.S. manufacturer of precision high-performance metal plate exterior facade systems. The company offers an integrated portfolio of architectural metal products divided into three main categories: Rainscreen Wall Systems (Arcwall Spline, Arcwall Ship Lap, Arcwall, Arcwall Advanced, Sculpted® 3D, and Econowall), Barrier Wall Systems (Omniplate 1500 and Omniplate 2510), and Decorative Metal products (Column Covers and Beam Cladding, Canopy Cladding, Custom Enclosures, and Custom Interior Cladding). These systems are intelligently designed for seamless system-to-system integration, maximum structural efficiency, and outstanding long-term performance. The company was acquired by ATAS International in April 2025.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Arcwall Spline Rainscreen Wall System A drained and back-ventilated rainscreen wall system with continuous perimeter extrusions and concealed grip splines creating a floating panel effect with no exposed fasteners or joint sealants. For architects and building owners specifying facade systems.
• Arcwall Ship Lap Rainscreen Wall System A rainscreen wall system variant with ship lap joinery for enhanced weather resistance and aesthetic appeal. For commercial architectural projects.
• Arcwall Rainscreen Wall System A core rainscreen wall system featuring formed panel returns for walls and soffits that combines performance with high design flexibility. Panels can be flat, curved, or formed into custom 3D profiles. For commercial architectural projects.
• Arcwall Advanced Rainscreen Wall System An advanced version of the Arcwall rainscreen system with enhanced performance characteristics. For demanding commercial architectural applications.
• Sculpted 3D Rainscreen Wall System (Patent Pending) A 3D sculptural rainscreen wall system featuring complex three-dimensional and curvilinear forms in unlimited combinations of colors and finishes. Patent pending. For architects seeking distinctive facade expressions.
• Econowall Rainscreen Cladding System A cost-effective drained and back-ventilated rainscreen cladding system available in a wide range of finishes, profiles and size options with interlocking longitudinal joints. For budget-conscious commercial projects.
• Omniplate 1500 Barrier Wall System An economical barrier wall system with visible caulk joints at all horizontal and vertical panel joints, serving as the primary weather barrier for the building envelope. Manufactured from solid aluminum or stainless steel plate. For commercial building envelopes.
• Omniplate 2510 Barrier Wall System A premium dry-sealed barrier wall system with panel faces made from solid metal plate with no exposed sealants or gaskets. Features extruded aluminum perimeter framing with interlocking horizontal joinery. For premium commercial projects requiring sharp panel edges.
• Column Covers and Beam Cladding Engineered metal plate enclosures for columns, beams, and pilasters available in virtually any geometrical form. Perfect for enclosing concrete, structural steel, and stud backup structures. For commercial and institutional building projects.
• Canopy Cladding Metal plate cladding panels for canopy applications that may be flat, curved, or three-dimensional, providing seamless appearance and performance matching wall systems. For commercial building entrance canopies.
• Custom Enclosures Custom metal enclosures designed to beautifully conceal MEP systems, structural elements, or conveyor systems within occupied spaces. For commercial buildings requiring aesthetic concealment of mechanical systems.
• Custom Interior Cladding Custom-designed and fabricated panelized plate cladding for interior wall and ceiling applications. For commercial interior architectural projects.
• Screen Walls Engineered screen walls manufactured from a variety of materials to ensure structural integrity of the primary building structure. For commercial facades requiring screening elements.

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ATAS International, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025ATAS International acquired the assets of Metal Sales & Service, Inc., including the Metalwerks line of architectural metal plate systems. This strategic move significantly expands ATAS' product portfolio to include metal plate wall systems in addition to their existing single skin panels, metal composite material, and insulated metal panels. Metalwerks offices remain in Kennett Square, PA with manufacturing in Elkton, MD.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Sobotec: Sobotec is a specialty manufacturer of architectural metal wall panel systems and rainscreens for commercial and institutional buildings — a closely comparable specialty facade manufacturer targeting similar architect/specifier customers.
• ALUCOIL: ALUCOIL manufactures aluminum composite material (ACM) and architectural metal panels used for rainscreens, facades, and cladding in commercial construction — competes with Metalwerks in the architectural metal facade category with a different (composite) material approach.
• Centria: Centria (a Nucor brand) manufactures architectural metal wall and roof systems including insulated metal panels, rainscreens, and single-skin panels for commercial and institutional buildings — directly comparable to Metalwerks' rainscreen and barrier wall product lines and target customers.
• Citadel Architectural Products: Citadel Architectural Products manufactures metal composite material (MCM), plate wall systems, and rainscreens for commercial architectural applications — directly comparable to Metalwerks' solid metal plate rainscreen and barrier wall offerings.
• Morin (Kingspan): Morin, a Kingspan brand, produces architectural metal wall panels and single-skin facade systems for commercial, healthcare, and institutional projects — overlapping directly with Metalwerks' Omniplate and Arcwall product categories.
• A. Zahner Company: A. Zahner is a high-end custom architectural metalwork fabricator producing sculptural metal facades and 3D-formed panels for signature buildings — directly comparable to Metalwerks' Sculpted 3D and custom curved/sculpted plate offerings at the premium end of the architectural metal market.
• Mapes Panels: Mapes Panels manufactures architectural composite and single-skin metal panels for building exteriors including canopies, column covers, and rainscreens — overlapping with Metalwerks' decorative metal and wall system product categories.

Broad incumbents

• ATAS International: ATAS International is the strategic acquirer of Metalwerks and a broader incumbent manufacturer of metal roofing, wall cladding, single-skin panels, MCM, and insulated metal panels — directly overlaps Metalwerks' solid plate franchise from inside the parent organization.
• Kingspan Group: Kingspan is a global building envelope manufacturer offering insulated metal panels, architectural wall systems, and rainscreens through multiple brands — competes broadly with Metalwerks' wall panel systems at scale across the US market.

Emerging players

• Bemo Systems: Bemo Systems designs and manufactures architectural standing-seam and metal facade systems for commercial buildings — intersects with Metalwerks' rainscreen and architectural metal plate offerings with a focus on custom-formed metal exteriors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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