DanTeam

What DanTeam does

DanTeam is a privately held, woman-owned small business founded in 1993 and headquartered in Miami, Florida that distributes fire, rescue, hazmat, medical, and laboratory safety equipment to public- and private-sector customers. The company operates primarily as a value-added distributor rather than a manufacturer, sourcing NFPA- and MIL-Spec-compliant products through authorized partnerships with Viking (Parker Hannifin) for turnout gear and triple-certified protective shielding, Interspiro for self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and 4500 PSI carbon fiber cylinders, Petzl for high-altitude and vertical rescue equipment, and eFirex for lithium-battery fire suppression technology. Its catalog spans firefighter turnout gear, helmets, gloves, boots, hoods, SCBA systems and accessories, RIT drag rescue packs, MIL-Spec synthetic fluorine-free foam concentrate, compressed air foam systems (CAFS), immersion suits, communication accessories, and emerging lithium-battery fire extinguishers.

DanTeam's go-to-market is sales-led and overwhelmingly government-focused, targeting federal, state, and local fire-rescue and defense agencies through direct sales and the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing platform, under which it holds contracts #010424-DAN (Viking turnout gear, maturity 3/27/2028) and #011824-DAN (Interspiro SCBA). The company holds 8(a), WOSB, WBENC, and Broward County CBE & SBE certifications, providing set-aside and small-business eligibility advantages in public procurement. Its distribution footprint spans the southeastern United States with broader US coverage including Fort Huachuca (AZ), Fort Drum (NY), Fort Leavenworth, and federal customers such as DLA Troop Support, DLA Land and Maritime, DLA Aviation, the US Air Force, the Department of State, FEMA/UNICOR, and the National Park Service, plus an international channel into Panama, Colombia, Guatemala, El Salvador, the Republic of Korea, and Cameroon through named distributors.

The business model combines one-time equipment sales with recurring replacement, maintenance, training, and advisory services; pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Customers include Miami Dade Fire Rescue Department, Marion County and School Boards of Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, and multiple US Army installations, with adjacent private-sector industrial buyers cited as a secondary segment. International distribution is executed via named channel partners (DECAL in Panama, Destino Seguro in Colombia, VECASA in Guatemala, Metzger Industrial Supplies and Arosa in El Salvador), and the company complements direct sales with digital marketing, downloadable PDF catalogs, and live product demonstrations at industry events.

Name

DanTeam

Legal name

DanTeam

Website

https://danteam.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Short description

DanTeam is a Miami-based, woman-owned distributor of fire, rescue, hazmat, medical, and lab safety equipment. It sells NFPA-certified turnout gear, SCBA, vertical rescue, and lithium-battery fire suppression products primarily to federal, state, and local government agencies via Sourcewell cooperative contracts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Safety Equipment Supply

akta.pro primary industry

Fire & Rescue Services (Fire Suppression, Rescue) (BPAIAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems (Clean Agent/Foam/CO₂/Kitchen Hood) (BPABAHAD), Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems (Clean Agent/Foam/CO2/Kitchen Hood) (IMAIAJAE), Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Gloves, Masks/Respirators, Gowns, Face Shields) (HLAHANAF)

Keywords

• Fire safety equipment
• Rescue equipment supply
• Firefighter turnout gear
• Breathing apparatus systems
• Government safety procurement

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fire and Safety Equipment Sales: Direct sales of firefighting equipment, rescue gear, personal protective equipment, and specialized safety solutions to government agencies and private companies. Revenue is generated through one-time equipment purchases as well as ongoing replacement and maintenance needs.
2. Training and Advisory Services: Accompanying every sale with training and guidance, technical advisory services, and post-sale support including expert maintenance and ongoing training.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

DanTeam supplies fire safety, rescue, hazmat, medical, and lab equipment to public and private organizations, specializing in personal protective equipment (PPE), self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), firefighter turnout gear, rescue tools, and specialized fire suppression systems. The company distributes products from leading manufacturers including Viking, Interspiro, Petzl, and eFirex, serving government agencies and private companies across the U.S. and select international markets.

Product overview

DanTeam is a fire and safety equipment supplier offering a comprehensive portfolio of firefighter and rescue equipment. The product lineup centers on protective apparel (Viking Warrior turnout gear, Viking Shield triple-certified shielding, NFPA-compliant clothing, gloves, helmets, boots, and hoods) and respiratory protection (Interspiro SCBA systems, carbon fiber cylinders, RIT rescue packs, and SCUBA equipment). Fire suppression offerings include lithium battery fire extinguishers (eFireX), MIL-Spec SFFF foam concentrates, and CAFS systems. Rescue capabilities are enhanced through PETZL vertical rescue equipment for high-altitude operations. The company serves government agencies, fire rescue departments, and industrial clients through Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contracts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment reliability and durability in demanding fire rescue operations
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers17 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

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SourcewellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanTeam is an authorized Sourcewell vendor participating in the cooperative purchasing platform. They hold Sourcewell contract #010424-DAN for Viking firefighter gear and #011824-DAN for Interspiro SCBA equipment. Sourcewell streamlines fire-rescue procurement by offering faster access to equipment through cooperative purchasing contracts.
• Viking (Parker Hannifin)coreTechnology or IntegrationViking is a leading manufacturer of fire protection equipment. DanTeam offers Viking Warrior turnout gear, Viking Shield triple certified protection, NFPA turnout gear, and related firefighter PPE through Sourcewell contract. Products include multi-purpose turnout gear NFPA compliant, firefighter hoods, and lithium battery fire extinguishers.
• InterspirocoreTechnology or IntegrationInterspiro is a manufacturer of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and diving equipment. DanTeam offers Interspiro SCBA products including NFPA-approved units, 4500 PSI cylinders, masks, and accessories through Sourcewell contract #011824-DAN. Also distributes underwater breathing apparatus for rescue operations.
• PetzlcoreTechnology or IntegrationPetzl is a leading manufacturer of equipment for rescue professionals, including vertical rescue and climbing equipment. DanTeam features Petzl products for mountain rescue operations and showcases their equipment at industry events, highlighting advanced tools designed for high-altitude operations.
• International Distributor NetworkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanTeam has established international distribution relationships in Latin America including DECAL (Panama - offshore Viking gear), DESTINO SEGURO (Colombia - PPE hazard control), VECASA (Guatemala - PPE for firefighters), METZGER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES (El Salvador), and AROSA (El Salvador - stretchers).

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Koorsen Fire & Security: Koorsen is a regional fire suppression, fire alarm, and life-safety equipment distributor and service provider serving commercial, industrial, and government customers across the Midwest and Southeast. Comparable business model combining equipment sales with inspection and post-sale services.
• Dinges Fire Company: Dinges Fire is a firefighter and first-responder equipment distributor carrying turnout gear, SCBA, rescue tools, hazmat, and wildland fire equipment from brands like Honeywell, MSA, and Streamlight. Closely comparable niche product breadth and government-customer focus.
• Safe Industries: Safe Industries is a specialty distributor of technical rescue, firefighting, hazmat, and EMS equipment, representing leading brands to public-safety agencies. Directly comparable product portfolio and small-distributor go-to-market.
• Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus: Brindlee Mountain is a fire apparatus, equipment, and parts dealer serving fire departments across the U.S. with a focus on used/refurbished trucks, turnout gear, and SCBA. Comparable small-business government fire-equipment distribution model.
• Municipal Emergency Services (MES Life Safety): MES is a national distributor of firefighter turnout gear, SCBA, rescue equipment, and EMS supplies to municipal, state, and federal customers. It is the closest direct peer to DanTeam — same product categories, same government-led GTM, same cooperative purchasing strategy (Sourcewell, HGACBuy).
• Fire-Dex: Fire-Dex is a U.S. manufacturer and direct seller of NFPA-compliant turnout gear, station wear, and wildland fire PPE to fire departments. Comparable as a firefighter-PPE specialist targeting the same government customers; differs in being manufacturer-led rather than pure distribution.
• AAA Fire & Safety Equipment Co. AAA Fire & Safety is a regional fire extinguisher, suppression system, and life-safety equipment distributor with inspection and service across the Southeast U.S. Comparable regional, government-and-commercial fire-safety distribution model.

Broad incumbents

• Cintas: Cintas is a major provider of uniforms, PPE, first aid, and safety services to industrial and government customers with a recurring rental/service model. Comparable as a recurring-revenue PPE/safety provider that competes for similar government accounts, though broader in scope and much larger.
• MSC Industrial Direct: MSC Industrial is a large national MRO distributor with a meaningful safety/F PPE offering serving industrial and government accounts. Comparable as a broad-line incumbent that overlaps with DanTeam on PPE bids but lacks fire-rescue specialization.
• Grainger: Grainger is the largest U.S. industrial MRO distributor with a deep safety/PPE category and government-customer contracts (GSA, Sourcewell). Competes with DanTeam on broad safety equipment but lacks specialized fire/rescue depth and set-aside small-business status.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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