Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Co.

What Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Co. does

Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Co. is a Colorado-based, privately held provider of scaffolding rental, sales, installation, and certified safety training, operating from two branches in Denver and Colorado Springs and serving the Rocky Mountain region including Southern and Northern Colorado, Wyoming, and surrounding areas. The product portfolio spans frame and brace scaffolding, modular system scaffolding, shoring, stair towers, swing stages, trash chutes, covered walkways, and powered platforms (hoists, mast climbers, construction elevators), supplemented by authorized dealer relationships for concrete mixers, pumps, fall protection, and other accessories. The WACO RED brand, traced to 1945 and now distributed exclusively through BrandSafway, anchors the equipment identity.

The company's revenue model blends three streams: recurring-equipment rental on quote-based pricing with delivery logistics, one-time product sales for owned scaffolding systems, and professional services including OSHA- and SAIA-compliant installation led by certified scaffold competent persons and instructor-led safety training (competent person training at $400-$450/person, OSHA 10/30-hour outreach). Go-to-market is field sales out of the two branches, supported by training events, an industry blog, and broad social presence. The customer base spans commercial and industrial general contractors on marquee projects (Broadmoor Hotel, Mile High Stadium, US Air Force Academy) down through subcontractors on residential and exterior work.

Corporate structure: Waco was purchased in 2006 by Howard Schapira and sits within the Action Equipment and Scaffold group of companies. Governance combines Chairman Schapira, CEO Kevin Kapelke (appointed November 2022, ex-Hertz Equipment Rental and Nesco Specialty Rentals), President R. David Schroder, CFO Jim Everson, and a long-tenured operational bench including Director of Safety & Training John Royer and Director of Operations Rich Royer. Leadership has invested in internal succession through 2025 branch manager promotions in Denver and Colorado Springs, and the company is positioning for its 75th anniversary in 2026.

Name

Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Co.

Legal name

Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Company

Website

https://wacoscaffoldingco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Co. supplies scaffolding rental, sales, installation, and OSHA/SAIA-certified safety training to commercial, industrial, and government contractors across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region from Denver and Colorado Springs branches.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Scaffolding & Construction Access Services

NAICS

Construction, Transportation, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (53241), Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532412)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Access & Scaffolding Rental/Leasing (TLABAFAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lifting & Hoisting Rental & Leasing (IMAHAJAN), Aerial Work Platforms (MEWPs) Rental/Leasing (TLABAFAE)

Keywords

• Scaffolding rental services
• Scaffolding installation
• Construction access equipment
• Shoring systems
• OSHA safety training

Headquarters

HQ city

Denver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Scaffolding Rental: Comprehensive scaffolding rental services including system scaffolds, frame and brace scaffolding, stair towers, trash chutes, pedestrian walkways, swing stages, and shoring systems. Flexible rental terms with delivery and expert support.
2. Scaffolding Sales: Sale of scaffolding products and equipment including system scaffolding, frame and brace scaffold, shoring, post shores, swing stage, hoists, construction platforms and accessories.
3. Installation Services: Professional scaffold installation and dismantling services led by certified scaffold competent persons ensuring safe, efficient, and OSHA-compliant structures.
4. Safety Training: OSHA and SAIA-certified safety training programs including competent person training, suspended scaffold training, and OSHA outreach courses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Co. rents, sells, and installs scaffolding systems and access equipment for construction projects. Its offerings span frame and brace scaffolding, system scaffolding, shoring, stair towers, swing stages, trash chutes, powered platforms, and covered walkways, supported by certified OSHA/SAIA installation and safety training services across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region.

Product overview

Waco Scaffolding & Equipment Co. is a scaffolding and access solutions provider offering a portfolio of interconnected products and services. The core product lineup includes system scaffolding (modular, high-capacity) and frame and brace scaffolding (versatile, quick-assembly), supplemented by specialized access equipment: swing stages (suspended), stair towers, powered platforms (hoists, mast climbers, construction elevators), shoring systems, trash chutes, and covered walkways. Equipment accessories (mixers, pumps, fall protection) are available through dealer partnerships. Services include rental (flexible terms), professional installation (OSHA-compliant), and certified safety training (OSHA/SAIA). The company operates two Colorado locations (Denver, Colorado Springs) serving the Rocky Mountain region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• System Scaffolding Modular scaffolding system with exceptional flexibility, high load capacity, and outstanding safety for industrial, commercial, and high-rise applications, available for rental, sales, and installation with OSHA-compliant certified competent persons.
• Frame and Brace Scaffolding Straightforward frame and brace scaffolding ideal for masonry, stucco, and general exterior work, quick to assemble and adaptable for both residential and commercial projects, available for rent or purchase.
• Shoring Heavy-duty shoring engineered to support demanding construction and renovation projects, delivering strong, stable support for slabs, beams, and structures during critical phases including high-rise buildings and bridges.
• Trash Chutes Durable debris management system constructed from heavy-duty high-impact plastic or galvanized steel with modular design for quick assembly and customizable lengths for managing debris from elevated work areas.
• Swing Stage Suspended access system for exterior building work, window cleaning, and facade maintenance, with lightweight durable platforms, adjustable lengths, motorized hoists, and complete safety gear.
• Powered Platforms Comprehensive range including hoists, man lifts, mast climbers, and construction elevators designed to enhance jobsite efficiency and safety, with material and personnel hoists for heavy loads and mast climbers for adjustable work-at-height access.
• Stair Towers Safe, stable access to elevated work areas constructed from durable scaffold components with slip-resistant steps and secure handrails, including rolling towers, pedestrian stair towers, and construction stair towers.
• Covered Walkways Safe pedestrian protection around active construction sites constructed from sturdy scaffolding, customizable to fit diverse layouts and shielding pedestrians from overhead hazards while maintaining clear access routes.
• Scaffolding Rental Full line of scaffolding rental equipment including system scaffolds, frame and brace scaffolding, stair towers, trash chutes, pedestrian walkways, swing stages, and shoring systems with flexible rental terms, delivery, and expert support.
• Scaffolding Installation Professional installation services led by certified scaffold competent persons ensuring structures are erected safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with OSHA standards, covering system scaffold, frame and brace, swing stage, shoring, stair towers, and other access solutions.
• Certified Safety Training OSHA and SAIA-certified training programs including scaffold user awareness, competent person training, suspended scaffold training, and OSHA 10/30 hour outreach construction training for workers.
• Industrial Scaffolding Services Comprehensive industrial scaffolding solutions emphasizing safety, compliance, and performance, including planning, installation, and dismantling of scaffolding systems for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure worksites.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75 years of trusted service in Colorado and Rocky Mountain region
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• BrandSafwaycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWACO RED scaffolding products are available exclusively through BrandSafway, a global leader in access solutions. BrandSafway provides worldwide distribution and support for WACO products, enabling access to broader markets and international customers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BrandSafway: Global leader in access and scaffolding solutions; Waco's exclusive WACO RED distribution partner and a direct competitor in the U.S. market with far greater fleet depth, branch count, and balance sheet.
• Herc Rentals: Full-line equipment rental provider with aerial, material handling, and scaffolding offerings; competes for the same commercial/industrial contractors on Front Range and Rocky Mountain projects.
• United Rentals: Largest equipment rental company in the world; competes with Waco in scaffolding, shoring, and aerial work platforms for large commercial and infrastructure projects, with materially greater fleet and capital resources.
• Sunbelt Rentals: One of the largest equipment rental companies in North America; offers scaffolding systems, aerial work platforms, and shoring as part of a broad rental portfolio competing for the same commercial/industrial contractors Waco serves.

Emerging players

• Scaffold Solutions: Regional scaffolding services provider offering system scaffolding, shoring, and installation for commercial projects; directly comparable service model and customer segments, though at smaller scale than Waco.

Regional players

• Atlantic Pacific Equipment (AP Equipment): Regional scaffolding and access equipment rental and sales company serving the Western U.S.; comparable product mix (system scaffold, frame, shoring) and similar commercial/industrial contractor customer base, though operating in different geographies than Waco.

Direct peers

• Access EBM: Sister company in the Action Equipment group; scaffolding and access provider in the San Francisco market, operating under the same business model and product line as Waco.
• Action Equipment & Scaffold Co. Sister company in the same Action Equipment group; provides scaffolding rental, sales, and installation across Arizona (Phoenix, Tucson) and Utah (Salt Lake City), offering the same product line and service model as Waco in adjacent geographies.
• MDM Scaffolding: Sister company in the Action Equipment group; provides scaffolding services in Dallas and Austin with an identical operating model, sharing the WACO RED product line and Action group management.
• Stone Mountain Access: Sister company in the Action Equipment group; provides scaffolding and access solutions and is part of the same multi-state platform serving overlapping product/customer needs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/wacoscaffoldingco

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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