The Trellis Company

What The Trellis Company does

The Trellis Company is a South African manufacturer and installer of residential retractable and fixed steel security barriers, headquartered at 691 Bathabile Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria. Founded in 2002 by incorporating Bee Safe Manufacturers (which had been producing Trellis doors for the preceding eight years), the company designs, fabricates, and installs all-steel security gates and window grills for the South African residential market. Its product portfolio includes the Trellis Premium and Premium Plus retractable doors, the Trellis Solid Gate swinging door, Windows Eco Grills, and Window Fixtures — all custom-manufactured to client specifications using A-grade steel with no plastic or nylon components.

The company operates a hybrid go-to-market model: a direct sales and installation operation serving Greater Gauteng from its Pretoria factory and showrooms, supported by in-house trained installation teams using branded vehicles, and a franchised network covering the rest of South Africa. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales of custom-manufactured doors and grills, with professional installation bundled into the offering. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Customers are individual South African homeowners and small-scale residential property owners seeking protection against high local crime rates, with secondary applicability to landlords enhancing rental property security. The company advertises a 7-year warranty covering materials, workmanship, and installation, including replacement if a product is broken into. A new 19mm Single Upright Security Door was launched in April 2026.

The Trellis Company is a privately held, bootstrapped firm with no disclosed venture capital or institutional investment. Headcount is reported at 51–100 employees. The firm holds membership in the South African Security Association (SASA) as its only disclosed industry affiliation. There are no known patents, regulatory licenses, or certifications, and no published revenue figures are available in the source data.

Name

The Trellis Company

Legal name

The Trellis Company

Website

https://trelliscompany.co.za

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Trellis Company is a South African manufacturer and installer of custom-made all-steel retractable and fixed security doors and window barriers, founded in 2002, serving residential homeowners in Gauteng directly and the broader South African market via a franchise network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Security Barriers

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)

akta.pro primary industry

Frames, Sashes, Mullions & Subframes (IMADAIAH)

Keywords

• Retractable security doors
• Steel security barriers
• Window security grills
• Residential security installation
• Custom security barriers

Headquarters

HQ city

Vanderbijlpark

HQ country

South Africa

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Security Door Sales: One-time sale of custom-manufactured steel security doors and barriers. Products include Trellis Solid Gate, Trellis Premium, Trellis Premium Plus, Window Eco Grills, and Window Fixtures.
2. Installation Services: Professional installation by in-house trained and uniformed installation experts. Included as part of the product offering with warranty coverage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Trellis Company manufactures and installs custom-made all-steel retractable and fixed security barriers for South African homes. Its product line includes Trellis Premium, Trellis Premium Plus, and Trellis Solid Gate security doors, plus Window Eco Grills and Window Fixtures, all built with no plastic or nylon components and backed by a 7-year warranty covering materials, workmanship, installations, and break-in replacement. The company sells direct from its Pretoria factory/showroom and franchises coverage across the rest of South Africa.

Product overview

The Trellis Company is a South African manufacturer and installer of residential security doors and window barriers, established in 2002. The company offers a portfolio of retractable and swinging security doors (Trellis – Premium, Premium Plus, and Solid Gate) as well as window-specific security products (Windows Eco Grills and Window Fixtures). All products feature all-steel construction with no plastic components, come with a 7-year warranty, and are custom-manufactured to client specifications. The company operates from Pretoria and services Gauteng directly with franchised coverage across South Africa.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Trellis – Premium Standard best-selling retractable security door for all window and door sizes, featuring 1.2mm formed steel top track, stainless steel sealed bearings on every 4th upright, 12.9mm double uprights, 4 rows of 3mm x 210mm X or S shape flights, and dual locking system with slam and dead locks. Custom-manufactured for residential homeowners in South Africa.
• Trellis – Solid Gate Solid steel swinging gate designed for small doorways where space cannot be compromised, available in standard 900 x 2100mm size with 12mm x 12mm inner frame and 25mm x 25mm outer frame square tubing. For residential entryways in South Africa.
• Trellis – Premium Plus Enhanced retractable security door variant featuring 3 rows of flights including both 3mm x 210mm and 390mm flight options for increased security coverage. For residential homeowners seeking heightened security.
• Windows Eco Grills Alternative security solution for windows using single 16mm x 16mm upright square tubing with vertical grills only and no plastic components, offering a less intrusive appearance than standard trellis fixtures. For residential window protection.
• Window Fixtures Cost-effective fixed trellis security barrier for windows featuring 3mm thickness flights, twin uprights with 12mm x 12mm square tubing, and U-channel finishing around the fixture. For residential windows.
• 19mm Single Upright Security Door Newly launched retractable security door with 19mm single upright design, all-steel construction reinforced with 2.5mm flat steel, heavy-duty steel legs, and sealed bearings for smooth operation. Targeted at residential homeowners seeking strong security at an accessible price point.
• Professional Installation Services Professional installation service by in-house trained and uniformed installation experts using branded installation vehicles. Included with every product purchase, includes warranty coverage, with normal lead times of 3-5 working days and emergency installation accommodation available.

Quantifiable outcome

• 7 year warranty on all products covering materials, workmanship, and installations
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• South African Security Association (SASA)minorOthersThe Trellis Company is a member of SASA (South African Security Association), indicating adherence to industry standards and professional practices in the security industry.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Trellidor: Trellidor is a leading South African manufacturer of retractable security gates and barriers, directly competing with The Trellis Company in the same product category and customer base throughout South Africa.
• Cochrane Security Products: Cochrane Security Products manufactures and installs physical security barriers in South Africa, including clear bars, roller shutters, and security gates, comparable to Trellis's product offering.
• Alu-Clad: Alu-Clad is a South African manufacturer of aluminum and steel security products including security doors and window grilles, competing directly with Trellis in the residential security barrier market.
• Bobbejaan Security: Bobbejaan is a South African manufacturer of security barriers and gates, competing with Trellis in the residential retractable security door and gate market.
• Clear Guard: Clear Guard is a South African manufacturer and installer of physical security barriers, including retractable gates and window guards, serving the same residential market as The Trellis Company.
• Vista Security Shutters: Vista Security Shutters manufactures physical security barriers including roller shutters and security gates in South Africa, offering comparable in-home protection products to The Trellis Company's range.

Broad incumbents

• Incomar Group: Incomar Group is a South African defense and security solutions provider with broader product lines including vehicle armoring and security infrastructure, providing adjacencies to Trellis's home security focus.
• Wispeco: Wispeco is a large established South African aluminum extrusion and security products manufacturer with a broader portfolio; relevant as a broader incumbent in the metal building products and security category.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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