What Par-Kut International does

Par-Kut International, Inc. is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of portable prefabricated steel buildings, founded in 1954 and headquartered in Harrison Township, Michigan. The company designs, fabricates, and ships factory-assembled steel booths, shelters, and modular offices for rapid deployment across commercial, industrial, and institutional sites. Its product portfolio spans five core booth series (Standard, Presidential, PARVUE, CURVUE, CENTRY) plus specialized configurations including bullet-resistant guard booths (UL 752 Levels I-VIII), parking/toll booths, guard houses, elevated tower booths, trailer-mounted mobile units, ADA-compliant booths, and operator shelters for industrial environments. Underlying technology centers on all-welded galvanized steel construction (14-gauge exterior panels, 18-gauge interior trim), factory-installed UL-listed electrical systems with main breakers, and tempered safety glass windows, with quality controlled through a documented 5-stage, 36-step inspection process.

The company's revenue model is built on one-time hardware sales of custom-built, factory-assembled units, augmented by an aftermarket replacement-parts program keyed to serial numbers. Pricing is quote-based with no public list prices, reflecting build-to-order economics where unit cost depends on size, customization, bullet-resistance level, electrical configuration, and accessories. Go-to-market is sales-led and direct: customers reach Par-Kut via phone (1-800-394-6599), a website request-a-quote form, or an In-Stock program for faster delivery, with no distributor or reseller network. Customer segments span six primary use cases — security & guard services, parking operations, industrial/manufacturing facilities (including petrochemical with explosion-proof electrical), transit, smoking shelters, and commercial/in-plant offices — serving end customers such as Fortune 500 corporations, nationwide parking operators, automotive companies, municipal transit authorities, correctional and military installations, and nuclear power plants across the U.S.

The firm operates from a single Michigan manufacturing facility and is independently owned, with no evidence of external investment, private-equity backing, or a parent holding company. Distribution is direct factory shipment nationwide, and product durability is a core selling point — a documented 1988 building remains in service after 38 years. The business shows stable, niche-manufacturer characteristics: long-tenured operations, a high-mix/low-volume custom build model, a diversified vertical mix, and modest, project-driven revenue.

Name

Par-Kut International

Legal name

Par-Kut International, Inc.

Website

https://parkut.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Par-Kut International is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of portable, factory-assembled steel buildings — including guard booths, parking booths, bullet-resistant enclosures, shelters, and modular offices — founded in 1954 and serving security, parking, industrial, transit, and commercial customers nationwide from its Harrison Township, Michigan facility.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Prefabricated Steel Buildings

NAICS

Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing (332311)

SIC

Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448)

akta.pro primary industry

Modular/Offsite General Contracting & Installation (IMAFAAAK)

Keywords

• Portable steel buildings
• Guard booths
• Security checkpoints
• Prefabricated offices
• Parking booths

Headquarters

HQ city

Harrison Township

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Portable Steel Building Sales: One-time sale of factory-assembled portable steel buildings including guard booths, security booths, parking booths, shelters, and prefab offices. Buildings are built to order and shipped ready for deployment.
2. Replacement Parts: Sale of replacement parts for existing booth installations. Customers can order parts using serial numbers from name plates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Par-Kut International manufactures factory-assembled, portable prefabricated steel buildings, including guard booths, security buildings, parking and toll booths, control booths, bus and smoking shelters, prefabricated offices, and modular in-plant offices. Units are built to order, shipped fully assembled, and designed to be lifted off the truck, connected to utilities, and bolted to the ground for rapid deployment. The product line spans architectural styles (Standard, Presidential, Parvue, Curvue, Centry) and application-specific configurations including bullet-resistant (UL 752), ADA-compliant, trailer-mounted, and explosion-proof industrial enclosures.

Product overview

Par-Kut International is a manufacturer of portable prefabricated steel buildings founded in 1954, based in Harrison Township, Michigan. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of factory-assembled steel structures designed for rapid deployment—buildings ship ready to plug in utilities and bolt to the ground. The core product line centers on multiple booth series: the Standard Models (basic booths in sizes from 3' x 6' to 10' x 12'), the upscale Presidential Series (hip roof with colonial mullions), PARVUE (glass-to-glass corners for panoramic visibility), CURVUE (full radius curved ends), and CENTRY (rounded corners). These booths serve diverse applications including guard houses, security buildings, parking and toll booths, control booths, and elevated/tower observation stations, with optional bullet-resistant construction (UL 752 Levels I-VIII). Complementing the booth line, Par-Kut provides steel shelters (bus, smoking, operator, pay station, transit), modular aluminum shelters (STS20 panelized system), prefabricated offices, and modular in-plant offices. Specialty offerings include trailer-mounted mobile booths and industrial enclosures with explosion-proof electrical for petrochemical facilities. All products feature all-welded galvanized steel construction, UL-listed electrical systems, and extensive customization options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Par-Kut Standard Booth Models Par-Kut's foundational line of prefabricated portable steel booths in sizes from 3' x 6' to 10' x 12', featuring welded galvanized steel construction, fixed windows, standard architectural treatments, and multiple door/window configurations. Intended for guard houses, parking booths, and similar check-point applications.
• Presidential Series Booths Upscale booth line featuring hip roof with standing seams, colonial-style window mullions, raised rib architectural wall treatment, decorative crown molding, and premium exterior finishes. Targets high-end architectural applications and facility-matching requirements.
• PARVUE Glass Corner Booths Booth featuring glass-to-glass corner construction for maximum visibility and modern aesthetic. Minimum size 3' x 6'; designed to provide panoramic viewing angles with decorative corner covers concealing insulated glazing edges.
• CURVUE Full Radius End Booths Booth design with rounded/bullet-shaped full radius ends featuring curved window openings. Minimum size 4' x 6'-6"; uses polycarbonate glazing in curved areas and tempered safety glass in flat areas, with no canopy overhang and 11" flush fascia.
• CENTRY Rounded Corner Booths Booth featuring 3" radius rounded corners with matching radius canopy. Combines rounded aesthetics with standard booth functionality. Minimum size 3' x 6'.
• Bullet Resistant Guard Booths Security booths with UL 752 bullet-resistant ratings (Levels I, II, III, IV, VIII) for walls, glazing, doors, and floors. Includes mobile trailer-mounted versions with self-sufficient power options.
• Security Buildings Full-scale security buildings featuring bullet-resistant construction, ballistic steel plating, blast-resistant options, restroom facilities, platform/tower mounts (up to 20' tall), and trailer-mounted rapid-deployment configurations.
• Control Booths Industrial enclosures for housing employees and equipment at loading racks, process control pulpits, dredge/crusher cabs, and loading docks. Features impact-resistant glazing, sloped windows, sound deadening options, and explosion-proof electrical configurations.
• Parking Booths Cashier and attendant booths for parking facilities, including ADA-compliant models with barrier-free access. Features tinted glass, exterior displays, oversized doors, and UL-certified electrical systems.
• Toll Booths Revenue collection booths for toll road and bridge applications, designed for high-volume transaction processing with durable materials suitable for outdoor deployment.
• Guard Houses Full-service gatehouses with options for restroom facilities, manager offices, and custom architectural treatments. Models include interior restrooms, factory-installed plumbing, tinted insulated glass, and stone veneer exteriors.
• Elevated/Tower Booths Bullet-resistant enclosures mounted on towers 15' or higher for elevated observation at nuclear facilities, correctional institutions, military bases, and prisons. Available with confidential specifications.
• Trailer-Mounted Booths Mobile booths on steel trailers with DOT identification numbers, including dual-axle designs for heavy loads, road-legal lighting, leveling jacks, and self-sufficient generator power options.
• ADA Compliant Booths Barrier-free booth designs meeting ADA requirements with threshold heights under 1/2", 60" turnaround space, accessible switches and controls, and optional side access configurations. Models include ADA-compliant restrooms.
• Preassembled Steel Shelters Welded galvanized steel shelters delivered fully assembled for transit, smoking, or waiting applications. Features sliding doors, galvanized steel roofs, tempered safety glass, vandal-resistant lighting, and ADA compliance.
• Bus Shelters Passenger waiting shelters in standard 5' x 14' size or custom configurations. Options include vandal-resistant heating and lighting, benches in various materials, multiple roof styles (gable, hip, vaulted, mansard), and architectural exterior treatments.
• Smoking Shelters Available in panelized (STS20, basic aluminum system) or factory-assembled steel construction. Standard sizes 4' x 8' to 8' x 16'. Features include anodized aluminum framing, fiberglass roof panels, and optional benches, heaters, and lighting.
• Operator Shelters Industrial enclosures for bulk material handling, rail/truck loading, control pulpits, barge dredge cabs, and environmental cool-down stations. Features include impact-resistant glazing, sound deadening, explosion-proof electrical, and elevated platforms/towers.
• Pay Station Shelters Ticket machine and pay station covers protecting self-pay equipment from weather while providing customer visibility. Features include optional glass roof panels for solar-powered machines and solar lighting. Also used as smoking shelters.
• Modular Aluminum Shelters (STS20) Economy panelized system (STS20) for bus, smoking, pay-on-foot, and transit applications. Features clear anodized aluminum framing, translucent fiberglass flat or dome roof, clear safety glass, and easy assembly with included hardware.
• Prefabricated Offices All-steel welded offices with unlimited design styles, shapes, and sizes. Delivered completely assembled with optional forklift/craning mobility, fully wired electrical systems, and configurations for personnel offices, crane cabs, control rooms, and observation booths.
• Modular In-Plant Offices Cost-effective panelized pre-engineered office systems from simple wall dividers to multi-office or two-story configurations. Optional modular electrical, noncombustible DL panel construction per ASTM-E-84, and tax-advantaged 7-year MACRS depreciation.
• Industrial Booths Durable enclosures for process control pulpits, dock shelters, observation booths, and equipment/inventory shelters. Features rugged welded steel construction, special-purpose electrical, ventilation, and industrial safety features for abusive settings.
• Fuel Dock Houses Platform operator sheds for the petrochemical industry, mounted on platforms or walkways. Explosion-proof electrical (typically Class I Division II Group D), sizes from 3' x 4' to 6' x 8'.
• Dedication Markers Welded steel monument stands for bronze dedication plaques (32" x 18"). Weighs approximately 150 lbs, anchored with two legs and four 3/4" diameter holes. Dark brown powder coat finish. Custom cutouts available.
• Replacement Parts Aftermarket replacement parts for existing Par-Kut booth installations. Customers can order parts using serial numbers from unit name plates via phone or website.

Quantifiable outcome

• Buildings documented in service for 38+ years (1988 building in Detroit still operational)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Trachte LLC: Trachte manufactures prefabricated steel buildings for utility substations, control houses, security, and industrial applications. It overlaps with Par-Kut in custom-engineered, factory-built steel enclosures, particularly for critical-infrastructure and security-focused customers.
• Porta-King Building Systems: Porta-King manufactures prefabricated steel buildings, guard houses, security booths, and modular structures — directly overlapping Par-Kut's core product portfolio of portable steel booths, security buildings, and prefabricated offices. Both serve security, industrial, and commercial customers with custom factory-assembled buildings.
• Austin Mohawk: Austin Mohawk designs and builds prefabricated steel buildings, guard booths, and modular offices for security, parking, and industrial applications. Its product line is essentially a direct substitute for Par-Kut's standard, presidential, and security booth offerings.
• National Partitions: National Partitions (part of the NCI Building Systems family) manufactures prefabricated steel buildings, guard houses, and modular offices for industrial customers. It competes directly with Par-Kut in standard and custom prefab steel booths, offices, and enclosures.
• PortaFab Corporation: PortaFab builds modular cleanrooms, prefabricated buildings, and steel enclosures including guard booths and in-plant offices. It is a direct peer in modular steel enclosures with comparable customization, electrical integration, and quick-deployment value propositions.
• Allied Modular Building Systems: Allied Modular manufactures prefabricated modular buildings, guard houses, offices, and two-story structures for industrial and commercial applications. It competes with Par-Kut across in-plant offices, guard booths, and security enclosures with similar custom-configured, factory-built delivery.
• Panel Built Industries: Panel Built designs and manufactures prefabricated buildings including guard houses, security booths, control rooms, and in-plant offices — a near-direct product overlap with Par-Kut's booths, control booths, and modular in-plant offices. Both offer custom-engineered steel enclosures with electrical integration.
• Starrco Company: Starrco produces modular offices, pre-engineered buildings, and cleanrooms using steel construction with factory-installed electrical. It directly overlaps Par-Kut's prefab offices and modular in-plant office product lines and serves comparable industrial and commercial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 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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