What Specified Building Products does

Specified Building Products Corporation, founded in 1973 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a privately held specialty architectural systems integrator operating across the Northeast US through offices in Boston MA, Warwick RI, New York City, and Williamsville NY. The company designs, fabricates, installs, and services custom door and opening solutions — including UL-listed fire-rated and smoke-rated doors, security grilles, blast-resistant doors, integrated door assemblies, and operable glass walls — for commercial, institutional, and high-end residential projects. The company is not a manufacturer; it is a value-added distributor and integrator that aggregates third-party branded technologies from McKEON (Cornell Iron), Syntégra, DoorWall Solutions, and Specified Door Systems (SunFLEX), and combines them with in-house engineering, design assist, certified installation, and an ongoing NFPA 80 inspection and planned maintenance service offering.

The product portfolio spans four lines: fire and smoke separation (Auto-Set FSFD/T4000/H200, Safescape T2000/T5000/S9000, FireFighter D400, AC8000/S7000, CFS counter shutters); space flexibility (DoorWall Arc 3D Solo/Duo/Quad vertical lift and folding glass walls, Syntégra XT/LX/PX integrated door assemblies); slide and fold glass walls (SF40/SF50/SF55/SF75 HSW and folding sliding door systems with Florida hurricane approvals); and security and blast (SteelWeave, Heavy Duty 5015, CrossingGard grilles, BlastShield BL 6000 to ASTM F2927-21). Go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting architects and design professionals at the specification stage, supported by a 'Design Assist' pre-construction service, project-based quoting, and long-cycle multi-stakeholder sales.

Revenue is generated through three streams: one-time project-based licensing/installation of custom door systems, professional installation services performed by an in-house team, and recurring service and maintenance contracts including annual NFPA 80 fire drop testing. The company holds five US patents with several more pending, and its products carry certifications including UL 10B (up to 4-hour fire), UL 1784 smoke/draft, UL 305/10C, CCRR-1086, ADA, Florida Product Approvals, and ASTM F2927-21 blast. Notable end customers include Harvard, Yale, MIT, Brown, Dartmouth, MGM Resorts, Foxwoods, Raymond James Stadium, Google, Nike, Prada, Cartier, and MetLife, with architect-led specification channels anchored by Populous, HOK, Gensler, Stantec, and Perkins&Will.

Name

Specified Building Products

Legal name

Specified Building Products Corporation

Website

https://www.specifiedbuilding.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Specified Building Products, founded in 1973 and based in Boston, designs, installs, and services custom architectural door systems — including fire-rated, smoke, security, blast-resistant, and operable glass wall doors — for architects and commercial, institutional, and high-end residential projects across the Northeast US.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Door Systems

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442), Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial & Industrial Doors (Sectional, High-Speed, Fire, Security) (IMADAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI), Storefronts, Curtain Wall & Window Wall Systems (IMADAIAG)

Keywords

• Architectural door systems
• Fire-rated doors
• Smoke separation doors
• Operable glass walls
• Blast resistant doors

Headquarters

HQ city

Boston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

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. Custom Architectural Door Systems: Project-based revenue from specifying, fabricating, and installing custom door solutions including fire-rated doors, smoke curtains, security grilles, and operable glass walls for commercial, institutional, and high-end residential projects.
2. Installation Services: In-house installation team of trained professionals for product installation. Revenue generated as part of project delivery.
3. Service and Maintenance: Ongoing service and maintenance contracts for all product lines including fire door inspection (NFPA 80 annual testing), repair, and planned maintenance programs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Specified Building Products is a 360° Architectural Systems Company that designs, fabricates, installs, and services custom architectural door systems for commercial, institutional, and high-security projects. The company integrates branded door technologies from McKEON, Cornell Iron, Syntégra, DoorWall Solutions, and Specified Door Systems (SunFLEX) into architecturally integrated solutions spanning fire-rated and smoke-rated doors, integrated door assemblies, operable glass walls, roll-up security grilles, and blast-resistant doors. SBP provides full lifecycle support from design assist through fabrication, installation, and ongoing NFPA 80 inspection and maintenance.

Product overview

Specified Building Products is a 360° Architectural Systems Company that designs, installs, and services custom architectural door products. The company operates as a distributor and integrator of door systems from multiple manufacturers including McKEON, Cornell Iron, Syntégra, and DoorWall Solutions. The product portfolio centers on three core categories: (1) Fire + Smoke Separation Door Systems encompassing vertical acting products (Auto-Set® FSFD, Safescape® T2000/T5000 Series, FireFighter® D400, CFS Series, FSFD-IS, FSFD-TR, FSFD-STC), horizontal acting products (H200 Series), and side acting products (S7000/S9000 Series, S4000, AC8000 Series); (2) Space Flexibility Solutions including DoorWall Arc 3D Solo/Duo/Quad vertical lift and folding walls and Syntégra integrated door assemblies (XT/LX/PX Series); (3) Slide + Fold Glass Walls encompassing the SF Series folding sliding doors (SF50, SF50i, SF55, SF75) and HSW horizontal sliding walls (SF40, SF50, SF55); and (4) Security Products including roll-up security grilles (SteelWeave, 5015, CrossingGard), blast resistant doors (BlastShield BL6000), counter doors, and non-fire rated door systems. Services include design assist, build partnership, fire drop testing & inspection, and planned maintenance programs. The company has installed 250,000+ linear feet of product since 1973.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Specified Door Systems: Folding and sliding glass door systems including SF40, SF50, SF55, SF75 series

Products and services

• Fire + Smoke Separation Door Systems Comprehensive range of fire-rated and smoke-rated door systems including vertical acting, horizontal acting, and side acting configurations. These doors compartmentalize spaces to prevent spread of fire and smoke, featuring self-closing mechanisms and heat-activated intumescent seals. For commercial, institutional, and high-end residential buildings.
• Auto-Set Model FSFD Vertically acting fire door for fire and smoke protection without emergency egress. UL, Intertek, and Factory Mutual classified for up to 4 hours. Custom built to any height and width with self-closing capability.
• Safescape T2000 Series Vertical coiling smoke and fire door system incorporating one or two deployable complying egress swing doors. 90-minute rated with temperature rise rating option. Protected by US Patent Nos. 7,490,654 and 8,453,707.
• Safescape T5000 Series Smoke and fire rated door assembly that coils at the top with rigid bottom frame and fixed egress doors. 90-minute rated with 650°F temperature rise option. Accommodates up to 18 complying egress swing doors for large occupant loads.
• Auto-Set Model FSFD-IS Fire protection door with climate and temperature control. R-value up to 9.3, highest in the industry. Designed for interior or exterior applications exposed to elements.
• FireFighter Model D400 One-of-a-kind rolling curtain shutter tested to UL 10B for 90 minutes with hose stream and UL 1784 smoke and draft. Unique textile layer configuration. Patents pending.
• Auto-Set CFS Series Automatic resetting smoke and fire counter shutter accommodating openings up to 28 feet wide and 12 feet high. Up to 3-hour UL 10B rated. Easily tested and reset by on-site building personnel.
• Auto-Set Model FSFD-TR Temperature Rise rated fire door with up to 650°F over 30 minutes rating. Designed for exit enclosures and exit passageways of non-sprinklered buildings. Available in single assembly (90-minute) or double back-to-back (4-hour).
• Auto-Set Model FSFD-STC Acoustical fire door for openings requiring both fire protection and sound control. STC rating up to 34, highest in the industry. Used in schools, hospitals, sound stages, and convention centers.
• Auto-Set H200 Series Horizontal shutters that prevent migration of heat, smoke, or hot/toxic gases by creating vertical compartments. 2-hour UL 10B rated. Ideal for atriums, stairways, escalator enclosures, and skylights. Protected by US Patent No. 9,267,326.
• S7000 Series Side acting fire door systems available in manual or motor operated designs with or without swing type egress doors. Ideal for fire walls with limited headroom.
• Safescape S9000 Series Side coiling smoke and fire door with integral swing type egress doors. Single or multiple fixed complying egress doors. Widths to 80 feet and heights to 24 feet.
• Auto-Set Model S4000 Automatic resetting side coiling smoke and fire door. Side activated design navigates tight curves and contoured openings. Temperature rise rating of 650°F over 30 minutes available. Protected by US Patent Nos. 8,307,877 and 9,267,326.
• AC8000 Series Side acting fire door systems in manual or motor operated designs with or without swinging egress doors. 3-hour UL 10B rated. Ideal for cross-corridor situations in schools, hospitals, casinos, and retail areas. Protected by US Patent Nos. 6,615,894 and 8,307,877.
• DoorWall Arc 3D Solo Single-section vertical lift door design with clean smooth lines. Rated for 200+ mph wind load, ASTM E331 water resistance passed, 180 PSF wind pressure tested. Patented Architectural Direct Drive Door System. UL 325 compliant.
• DoorWall Arc 3D Duo Two-section bifolding wall with vertical lift frame sections. Minimizes interior and exterior projection concerns with custom cladding options including glass, wood, stone, and architectural metals.
• DoorWall Quad Four-section folding door design with DoorWall drive system and commercial-grade hardware. Transforms standard four-section door into architecturally elegant statement with high-performance glass options.
• Syntégra XT Series Integrated Door Flagship integrated door system combining mortise lockset functionality with exit device egress safety. Near-flush exit device maximizes clear opening width. Listed for panic hardware (UL 305) and fire tests (UL 10C). Patented friction-limiting latch bolt with 7/8" throw. Optional antimicrobial coatings and CleanVue hygienic release.
• Syntégra LX Series Integrated Door Lever operated integrated door system with break-away clutch for demanding environments. Electrified lever and latch retraction options interface with access control systems. Listed for fire with single-point or top and bottom latching.
• Syntégra PX Series Integrated Door Flush pushpad integrated door system for applications not requiring full-length exit device. Shares pushpad profile with full-size exit device for design continuity. Features CleanVue hygienic release for sanitizing.
• SF50 Non-Insulated Aluminum Folding Sliding Doors Non-insulated aluminum folding door for low thermal performance applications. Suitable for balcony glazings, patio doors, store fronts, and interior space management. Burglar-proof PA 202 to resistance class 2. Florida product approval #17773.1.
• SF50i Impact Non-Insulated Aluminum Folding Sliding Doors Hurricane impact protected folding sliding doors for Florida applications. Tested for impact per ASTM E1886, E1996 and TAS 201 & 203. Florida product approval #17774.1. Also used for school classroom dividers and hospitality space dividers.
• SF55 Insulated Aluminum Folding Sliding Doors Insulated aluminum folding door meeting Energy-Saving Regulations with slim profile. Medium to high insulation applications for stadiums, hospitality, restaurants, and residential patio doors. Florida product approval #17773.3.
• SF75 Highly Insulated Aluminum Folding Sliding Doors World's best insulated aluminum folding door for highest thermal insulation demands. Maximum energy savings with slim profile designs. High insulation applications for stadium press boxes and owner suites.
• SF40 HSW All Glass Aluminum Horizontal Sliding Wall System All glass horizontal sliding wall without vertical panel frames. Tempered safety glass 3/8" or 1/2". STC 29 rating. Low thermal performance profile for interior-exterior dividers and storefronts.
• SF50 HSW Non-Insulated Aluminum Horizontal Sliding Wall System Non-insulated aluminum horizontal sliding wall with internally glazed standard system accommodating glazing thickness from 1/4" to 1 1/2". STC 30 rating.
• SF55 HSW Insulated Aluminum Horizontal Sliding Wall System Insulated aluminum horizontal sliding wall accommodating glazing thickness from 1/4" to 1 1/2". STC 30 rating. Medium thermal performance profile.
• SteelWeave Woven Mesh Grille Stainless steel mesh security grille with woven patterns providing strength while allowing airflow and visibility. Three design styles: Aesthetic Conceal (EAG10C), Aesthetic Reveal (EAG10V), and Service (EAG10S). 50K lifetime usage.
• Heavy Duty 5015 Grille Heavy duty rolling security grille with solid rods spaced closer than standard, 50% heavier links, and tube spacers on every rod. 50,000 cycle lifetime, upgradeable to 100K cycles. Standard construction up to 30' wide, 20' high.
• CrossingGard Emergency Response Grille Emergency response security grille that automatically opens when triggered by alarm, power failure, or push-button. Fail-safe design provides egress while maintaining security. Ideal for corridors, schools, and government facilities.
• BlastShield BL 6000 Blast resistant door tested and certified to ASTM F2927-21. Achieved Damage Level Category II with no greater than 1/2 inch permanent deformation and remained operable. Peak reflected pressure of 10 psi (1,440 psf). For DOD, DOE, DOJ facilities, data centers, and other high-security buildings.
• Design Assist Service Design and pre-construction certified experts ensure products are properly designed, detailed, and specified to meet project goals. SBP provides certified design and pre-construction expertise to ensure products are properly specified for architects and contractors.
• Build Partner Service Full range of construction services from pre-construction to final turnover. Quality, accuracy, and safety in healthcare, K-12, higher ed, and military projects. SBP provides in-house installation team of trained professionals for project delivery.
• Fire Drop Testing & Inspection Service Annual NFPA 80 testing for fire rated door assemblies. Certified technicians inspect and test vertical or horizontal fire doors, elevator smoke containment doors, and replace fusible links. Required fire door inspection service for NFPA 80 compliance.
• Planned Maintenance Programs Ongoing maintenance service for all product lines ensuring doors perform safely at optimal levels with Safety Inspection and Fix reports. Recurring service contracts covering all product lines.

Quantifiable outcome

• 250,000+ linear feet of product installed since 1973
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers50 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature13 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• McKEON (Cornell Iron)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMcKEON is a core manufacturer partner providing fire-rated and smoke-rated door systems. SBP installs McKEON products including AC8000 Series side acting fire doors, S7000/S9000 side acting fire doors, T2000/T5000 vertical acting fire doors, FSFD vertical fire doors, and H200 horizontal fire shutters. Products carry UL 10B ratings up to 4 hours and UL 1784 smoke/draft ratings.
• Cornell IroncoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerCornell Iron is the parent company providing roll-up security grilles and blast doors through the SBP distribution channel. Products include SteelWeave woven mesh grilles, 5015 heavy duty security grilles, CrossingGard emergency response grilles, and BlastShield BL 6000 blast resistant doors. Cornell independently tests products to standards including UL 325 and ASTM F2927-21.
• Syntégra (USA)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSyntégra provides integrated door assemblies including the Syntégra Edge system with the XT, LX, and PX Series. The flagship XT Series combines mortise lockset functionality with free-egress exit device safety. Syntégra door systems are designed for commercial, educational, institutional, and industrial environments with optional antimicrobial coatings and access control integration.
• DoorWall SolutionscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDoorWall Solutions provides upward acting vertically folding glass wall systems including the DoorWall Arc 3D Solo, Arc 3D Duo, and Quad models. The Arc 3D Solo features the Architectural Direct Drive Door System rated for 200+ mph wind load. DoorWall systems integrate with building facades and support contemporary design trends including historic renovation projects.
• Specified Door Systems (SunFLEX)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSpecified Door Systems (SunFLEX brand) provides slide and fold glass wall systems including SF50, SF55, SF75 folding sliding doors and SF40/SF50/SF55 horizontal sliding wall systems. Products range from non-insulated to highly insulated configurations, with impact-rated options for hurricane protection. Florida product approvals (#17773.1, #17773.3, #17774.1) are held for specific models.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• McKEON (Cornell Iron): Core OEM partner that also manufactures and sells fire/smoke door systems directly. Directly comparable product lines (AC8000, S-Series, T-Series, FSFD, H200) overlap with SBP's portfolio and represent the most direct peer competitive threat.
• Cornell Iron: Manufacturer of roll-up security grilles and blast doors (SteelWeave, 5015, CrossingGard, BlastShield). SBP distributes these products but Cornell sells direct in many markets, making it a direct competitor as well as a partner.

Broad incumbents

• Assa Abloy: Global leader in door opening solutions with broad portfolio including fire doors, security doors, and integrated access control. Overlaps with SBP's specification-driven commercial/institutional business but operates at vastly greater scale.
• dormakaba: Global provider of door hardware, automatic doors, and access solutions with significant commercial/institutional presence. Comparable on integrated door assemblies and security/hardware but at much larger scale.
• Allegion: Pure-play security and door hardware company with brands like Von Duprin and LCN. Comparable on panic hardware, integrated door assemblies (Syntégra-like), and commercial security; broader distribution and scale than SBP.
• Overhead Door Corporation: Established manufacturer of commercial and industrial doors including sectional, rolling, and fire doors. Directly comparable commercial/industrial door product mix with broader geographic distribution.
• Wayne Dalton: Manufacturer of sectional, rolling, and high-performance commercial doors including fire-rated options. Comparable product categories (commercial/industrial doors) but broader commodity-grade positioning.
• Hörmann: International manufacturer of doors and operators for commercial, industrial, and residential markets. Comparable on fire-rated doors, security doors, and industrial openings with global scale.
• Clopay: Manufacturer of commercial and industrial doors including rolling steel doors and fire-rated options. Comparable product portfolio focused on commercial/industrial openings at larger scale.

Emerging players

• Boon Edam: Specialty manufacturer of security entrances and revolving doors serving commercial, government, and high-security facilities. Comparable high-security door positioning with growing blast and forced-entry product lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance14 records

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Investors

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