What Strataglass does

Strataglass, LLC is a US-based specialty manufacturer of press-polished clear vinyl products, founded in 1994 and headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The company operates primarily in the marine sector, producing premium clear vinyl sheet used for boat and yacht enclosures, with additional penetration into architectural and residential applications (patio enclosures, sunrooms) via its PanoramaFR flame-resistant line. Its core technology is a proprietary press-polished clear vinyl manufacturing process combined with VueShield™, a scratch-resistant coating that delivers 99.5% optical clarity, blocks nearly 100% of UV light, and resists environmental fallout, chemicals, and UV degradation. The product portfolio comprises four lines: Strataglass (premium coated), Latitude (high-performance textile, 5-year warranty), PanoramaFR (flame-resistant), and CrystalClear (uncoated), complemented by IMAR-manufactured Strataglass-branded Protective Cleaner and Polish required for warranty coverage.

Strataglass operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Herculite Products Inc., which acquired the company in 2015 to consolidate complementary positions in performance textiles and clear vinyl technology for the marine and awning markets. The company has 11-50 employees, designs and manufactures 100% of its products in the USA, and holds relevant certifications including PanoramaFR's CSFM, NFPA 701, and Prop 65 compliance, alongside the parent's ISO 9001 registration. Since 2015, the company has maintained industry association memberships with the American Textile Association (ATA) and Marine Fabricators Association (MFA).

The business model is B2B distribution through an exclusive network of authorized US distributors and authorized marine fabricators, many of whom hold advanced credentials such as Master Fabric Craftsman certification. End customers (boat owners, yacht captains) are routed to local fabricators through the company website. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time product sales of vinyl sheet, with an aftermarket consumables component tied to the IMAR-required maintenance products. The 2025 launch of the Box Handholds and Inner Core Protection System and the hire of a Director of Business Development indicate active product and commercial expansion within the existing channel.

Name

Strataglass

Legal name

Strataglass, LLC

Website

https://strataglass.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Strataglass, a Fort Lauderdale-based subsidiary of Herculite Products Inc., manufactures premium press-polished clear vinyl products with proprietary VueShield coating for marine enclosures, serving boat builders, marine fabricators, and architectural customers through authorized US distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Vinyl and Enclosure Materials

NAICS

Plastics Packaging Materials and Unlaminated Film and Sheet Manufacturing (32611)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081)

akta.pro primary industry

Marine Coatings, Insulation & Corrosion Protection (Paints, Thermal/Acoustic) (IMAJAIAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Insulation, Fire Protection & Acoustic Materials (IMAJAKAK)

Keywords

• Clear marine vinyl
• Marine enclosure materials
• Scratch-resistant vinyl coating
• Press-polished vinyl sheet
• Boat enclosure fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Lauderdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Clear Marine Vinyl Products: Strataglass generates revenue through the sale of premium clear vinyl sheet products including Strataglass, Latitude, PanoramaFR, and CrystalClear. Products are sold through authorized distributors and fabricators to boat builders, OEM suppliers, marine fabricators, canvas and awning shops, and end-use boat owners.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Strataglass manufactures press-polished clear vinyl sheet products for marine enclosures and architectural applications, including its flagship Strataglass product with proprietary VueShield scratch-resistant coating, Latitude high-performance textile, PanoramaFR flame-resistant vinyl, and uncoated CrystalClear. All products are made in the USA and distributed exclusively through authorized distributors and marine fabricators who serve boat builders, OEM suppliers, and boat owners.

Product overview

Strataglass is a manufacturer of press-polished clear vinyl enclosure products for commercial, residential, and marine applications. The product portfolio includes four main product lines: Strataglass (premium coated clear vinyl with VueShield scratch-resistant technology), Latitude (high-performance textile with soft vinyl film), PanoramaFR (flame-resistant clear vinyl), and CrystalClear (uncoated clear vinyl). The company also offers complementary maintenance products (Protective Cleaner and Protective Polish) manufactured by IMAR. All products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA with over 30 years of expertise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Strataglass: Premium clear vinyl sheet with VueShield scratch-resistant coating technology for marine enclosures. Engineered to resist scratching, UV degradation, chemical damage, and typical marine environments. Blocks nearly 100% of UV light.
• Latitude
• PanoramaFR
• CrystalClear

Products and services

• Strataglass Clear Marine Vinyl Flagship press-polished clear vinyl sheet engineered with VueShield scratch-resistant coating technology. Resists UV degradation, chemical damage, and environmental fallout while delivering 99.5% optical clarity. Backed by a two-year limited warranty. Used by OEM boat builders, marine fabricators, and boat owners worldwide.
• Latitude High-Performance Textile High-performance vinyl textile engineered in the USA combining soft feel with exceptional durability for marine applications. Resistant to cold cracking, tearing, and UV rays, with a five-year limited warranty.
• PanoramaFR Flame-Resistant Clear Vinyl Flame-resistant, press-polished clear vinyl sheet designed for indoor or outdoor use in applications requiring clarity, durability, strength, and dimensional stability. Carries CSFM, NFPA 701, and Prop 65 certifications.
• CrystalClear Uncoated Clear Vinyl Uncoated clear vinyl sheet offering superior clarity and performance quality. The clear vinyl choice of OEM boat builders, marine suppliers, marine and awning fabricators, and power screen manufacturers worldwide.
• Strataglass Box Handholds and Inner Core Protection System New marine enclosure component system introduced in 2025, comprising box handholds and an inner core protection system for marine enclosure fabrication.
• Strataglass Protective Cleaner (by IMAR) Officially recommended cleaning solution for Strataglass clear vinyl products, manufactured by IMAR. Required to maintain warranty coverage.
• Strataglass Protective Polish (by IMAR) Officially recommended polishing product for Strataglass clear vinyl products, manufactured by IMAR. Must be used every 1-2 months to maintain warranty coverage and extend product life.

Quantifiable outcome

• Blocks nearly 100% of UV light, helping protect interiors and extend the life of surrounding materials

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Herculite Products Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015In 2015, Herculite Products Inc. acquired Strataglass LLC. This acquisition brought together two proven leaders in performance textiles and clear vinyl technology. The acquisition strengthened the Strataglass brand, positioned it for continued innovation and growth, and united their shared heritage of iconic, American-made products. Herculite's ISO 9001 registration underscores dedication to consistent quality, traceability, and continuous improvement.
• IMAR (Strataglass Protective Products)coreTechnology or IntegrationIMAR manufactures Strataglass Protective Cleaner and Strataglass Protective Polish, which are the officially recommended care and maintenance products for Strataglass products. Use of these products is required for warranty coverage.
• ATA (American Textile Association)minorOthersStrataglass is a proud member of the American Textile Association (ATA).
• MFA (Marine Fabricators Association)minorOthersStrataglass is a proud member of the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA). Many authorized fabricators are also MFA members with advanced credentials such as Master Fabric Craftsman certification.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Serge Ferrari: Serge Ferrari is a global manufacturer of coated flexible membranes including marine-grade Stamoid clear vinyl, directly competing with Strataglass in marine and architectural enclosure applications.
• Cooley Group: Cooley manufactures flexible PVC and vinyl-coated fabrics for marine, architectural, and industrial enclosures, including clear vinyl products that compete with Strataglass in OEM and architectural channels.
• Haartz Corporation: Haartz is a direct peer in marine and convertible-top coated textiles, manufacturing proprietary coated fabrics for marine enclosures, automotive soft tops, and outdoor applications — directly overlapping with Strataglass's clear marine vinyl business.
• Morbern: Morbern produces high-performance vinyl-coated fabrics for marine seating and enclosures, with similar end markets and customer base (boat builders, OEM fabricators) as Strataglass.
• O'Sea / O'Sea Marine Vinyl: O'Sea is a competing clear marine vinyl brand sold to similar boat builder and fabricator customers, positioning it as a direct product substitute for Strataglass's premium tier.

Emerging players

• Sunmaster of Naples: Sunmaster is a marine canvas and enclosure fabricator that also distributes competing clear marine vinyl products, representing both a channel partner and a competitive substitute for Strataglass products.

Broad incumbents

• Herculite Products Inc. Herculite is Strataglass's parent company and also a peer manufacturer of high-performance composite laminates and coated textiles (Weblon Regatta, Coastline Plus, Patio 500) serving the same marine and awning markets.
• Glen Raven / Sunbrella: Glen Raven's Sunbrella brand is a dominant name in marine and outdoor fabrics; while primarily known for solution-dyed acrylic canvas rather than clear vinyl, it competes for the same marine fabricator relationships and OEM specifications.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/strataglassllc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/strataglass

Compliance4 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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