SafetyInside
SafetyInside (QuakeSafe Technologies Co., Ltd.) is a Kunming, China-based specialty manufacturer of seismic isolation bearings, dampers, and energy dissipation hardware for airports, LNG facilities, museums, hospitals, supertalls, and other critical infrastructure, selling via direct enterprise sales on custom project contracts.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2009
- HeadquartersKunming, China
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What SafetyInside does
SafetyInside, legally QuakeSafe Technologies Co., Ltd., is a Kunming-based Chinese specialty manufacturer of seismic isolation and energy dissipation hardware for buildings and critical infrastructure. Founded around 2009–2010 and headquartered at Yuntou Center in Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, the company designs and supplies a broad portfolio of rubber bearings (Lead Rubber, Natural Rubber, High Damping, Thick Laminated), friction pendulum systems (including a proprietary dual-control 3D variant), viscous fluid dampers and walls, buckling-restrained braces and walls, metallic, friction, viscoelastic and electromagnetic eddy current dampers, tuned mass dampers, plus flexible connections and seismic bracing for MEP systems. Technical differentiators include pre-rectifiable and rectifiable bearings for ultra-long isolation structures, a parallel dual-control vibration-and-earthquake system (first applied in China at the Beijing Opera and Dance Theatre), and nuclear-grade hydraulic dampers.
The company sells via direct enterprise field sales to project owners, general contractors, and design institutes on a project-by-project custom pricing basis with full life-cycle service from scheme design through post-installation technical support. End markets span airports, LNG and petrochemical facilities, museums and cultural heritage sites, hospitals, super high-rises, TOD projects, and seismic retrofitting of existing buildings. SafetyInside claims over 50% share of China's LNG storage tank seismic isolation market and delivered the world's largest single seismic isolation terminal (Beijing Daxing International Airport) and the world's largest single-tank capacity LNG storage tank group (CNOOC Jinwan Phase II, completed August 2024). Recognition includes the 2021 MIIT Manufacturing Industry Single Champion Enterprise designation, the 2024 ASSISi Global Design & Innovation Awards grand prize (Chisha TOD), and the 2025 IStructE Structural Awards shortlist (Beijing Workers' Stadium). The firm is privately held with no disclosed institutional shareholders, and is in active internationalization mode, having launched an English global website in January 2025 and signed a standards-development cooperation agreement with the Kyrgyzstan Federation of Industry and Commerce in June 2024.
SafetyInside firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SafetyInside
- Legal name
- QuakeSafe Technologies Co., Ltd.
- Website
- https://safetyinside.cn
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2009
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- SafetyInside (QuakeSafe Technologies Co., Ltd.) is a Kunming, China-based specialty manufacturer of seismic isolation bearings, dampers, and energy dissipation hardware for airports, LNG facilities, museums, hospitals, supertalls, and other critical infrastructure, selling via direct enterprise sales on custom project contracts.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SafetyInside industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Seismic Isolation and Energy Dissipation Systems
- NAICS
- Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)
- SIC
- Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Plumbing Supports, Hangers & Seismic Bracing (IMADALAH)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Fasteners, Anchors & Connectors (Bolts, Weld Studs, Plates) (IMADACAJ)
Keywords
Where SafetyInside is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Kunming
- HQ country
- China
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices1 record
Markets served
SafetyInside business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Seismic Isolation Hardware Products: Sale of seismic isolation bearings, energy dissipation devices, vibration control products, flexible connections, seismic bracing, and ancillary components for construction projects.
- Customized Solutions and Technical Services: Customized seismic isolation solutions for projects including pre-project consultation, scheme design, product supply, installation guidance, and post-project technical support.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Project-based custom pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels9 records
SafetyInside product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SafetyInside manufactures and supplies seismic isolation and energy dissipation hardware for buildings and critical infrastructure. Its core offerings include seismic isolation bearings (rubber and friction pendulum systems), energy dissipation dampers, vibration control devices, flexible pipeline connections, and seismic bracing systems, delivered as customized project solutions with full life-cycle technical service from design consultation to post-installation support.
Product overview
SAFETYINSIDE (also known as SafetyInside and branded under QuakeSafe Technologies Co., Ltd.) is a specialized provider of seismic isolation and energy dissipation solutions. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products organized into six main categories: Seismic Isolation (including Lead Rubber Bearings, Natural Rubber Bearings, Friction Pendulum Systems, and various specialized bearings), Energy Dissipation (including Viscous Fluid Dampers, Buckling-Restrained Braces, Friction Dampers, Metallic Dampers, and Electromagnetic Dampers), Vibration Control (including Tuned Mass Dampers, Eddy Current TMDs, Polyurethane Vibration Damping Pads, and Damping Spring Vibration Isolation Bearings), Flexible Connection (including various types of flexible connection modules and solutions for pipeline systems in seismic isolation zones), Seismic Bracing (including Lateral and Bidirectional seismic bracing for water, HVAC, and electrical systems), and Ancillary Measures (including Anti-wind Devices, Anti-tension Devices, Cover Plates, pipe clamps, C-channel steel, and system components). The products serve critical infrastructure sectors including airports (Beijing Daxing, Xi'an T5), LNG storage facilities, museums (including the Palace Museum/Forbidden City), hospitals, and high-rise buildings, providing comprehensive earthquake and vibration protection solutions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Quakesafe Technologies: Parent company brand referenced alongside SafetyInside branding on the website
Products and services
- Lead Rubber Bearing (II) Seismic isolation bearing composed of alternating layers of steel skeleton plates and functional rubber with a lead core that provides additional damping during earthquakes to consume seismic energy; sold to construction project owners and contractors for earthquake protection of buildings and infrastructure.
- Lead Rubber Bearing (I) Seismic isolation bearing with a lead core that provides additional damping during earthquakes; lead core recrystallizes after earthquake for reuse. Sold for new construction and infrastructure projects requiring seismic isolation.
- Linear Natural Rubber Bearing (II) Seismic isolation bearing constructed by layering steel skeleton plates with functional rubber, providing vertical load-bearing capacity and horizontal flexibility for buildings and infrastructure projects.
- Linear Natural Rubber Bearing (I) Seismic isolation bearing with layered functional rubber between steel skeleton plates for flexibility and vertical load-bearing; used in seismic isolation systems for buildings and infrastructure.
- High Damping Rubber Bearing Environmentally-friendly seismic isolation bearing using a special rubber formulation to achieve damping without lead, avoiding heavy metal pollution. Sold as an upgrade alternative to lead-core bearings for projects with environmental requirements.
- Correctable Rubber Bearing Specialized seismic isolation bearing that addresses deflection issues in ultra-long seismic isolation structures, enabling self-correction after structure loading. Sold for complex, large-span isolation projects.
- Pre-correction Bearing Bearing designed for ultra-long seismic isolation structures to automatically achieve pre-correction after loading, solving bearing deflection issues. Sold for ultra-long isolation structure applications.
- Liftable Rubber Bearing Bearing designed to prevent tensile forces on seismic isolation bearings, providing tensile resistance for scenarios requiring tensile protection in high-rise or high-intensity seismic zones.
- Elastic Sliding Bearing Seismic isolation bearing that reduces seismic energy through horizontal sliding of sliding materials on sliding plates; suitable for soft soil sites and used with other rubber seismic isolation bearings.
- Friction Pendulum System Seismic isolation and energy dissipation device utilizing simple pendulum principle to extend natural vibration period and spherical contact friction sliding to dissipate energy; sold to construction and infrastructure projects.
- Dual-Control Friction Pendulum System Advanced system combining friction pendulum mechanism for horizontal vibration isolation with thick laminated rubber bearing for vertical vibration isolation; horizontal and vertical components operate independently. Sold for projects requiring both seismic and vibration control.
- Dual-Control Friction Pendulum System (3D) Three-dimensional seismic and vibration mitigation system combining building isolation rubber bearing with horizontal decoupling thick laminated bearing in series, satisfying requirements for three-dimensional isolation.
- Thick Laminated Composite Bearing Bearing composed of thick laminated rubber bearings and intermediate connecting plates, retaining low vertical stiffness while enhancing stability and preventing buckling.
- Thick Laminated Rubber Bearing Rubber bearing with rubber layer thickness approximately 4-6 times that of ordinary bearings, providing lower vertical compressive stiffness for horizontal seismic isolation and vertical vibration isolation.
- Vertically Isolated Thick Laminated Rubber Bearing Bearing with significantly increased rubber layer thickness (4-6x ordinary bearings) for both horizontal seismic isolation and vertical vibration isolation of critical structures and equipment.
- Dual-control Rubber Bearing (I) Three-dimensional seismic isolation bearing connecting architectural seismic isolation rubber bearing in series with vertical thick laminated bearing and adding damping components for effective vertical damping.
- Staircase Rubber Bearing Specialized bearing for staircases in seismic isolation zones that releases X-brace effect of stair treads during earthquakes, preventing stress concentration and structural damage.
- Damping Spring Vibration Isolation Bearing Elastic element composed of helical steel springs with damping treatment placed between equipment and supporting structure to reduce transmission of vibrations or impact forces.
- Viscous Fluid Damper Passively velocity-dependent damper generating damping force through interaction between viscous medium and structural components; effectively dissipates energy and reduces seismic and wind-induced vibrations.
- Zero-Clearance Viscous Damper Viscous damper with special spherical hinge connections eliminating clearance of traditional pin connections, enabling energy dissipation at minute displacements (0.2mm to 3mm).
- Viscous Fluid Wall Energy dissipation device where shear steel plate motion within a steel box causes shear deformation of viscous material, dissipating energy through internal friction force during flow.
- Buckling-Restrained Brace Brace where only the core plate connects to components; outer sleeve and filling material constrain buckling, providing strong energy-dissipation capacity and excellent hysteretic performance.
- Buckling-Restrained Wall Steel plate shear wall that prevents out-of-plane buckling; allows shear yielding without buckling, significantly improving seismic energy-dissipation capacity.
- Friction Damper Highly energy-dissipating shock absorber converting friction force into thermal energy through mutual friction between polymer composite friction material and friction steel plates.
- Viscoelastic Damper Sandwich-structured damper consisting of steel plates bonded with viscoelastic material; combines displacement-dependent and velocity-dependent characteristics for energy dissipation.
- Electromagnetic Eddy Current Damper Damper where permanent magnets and conductors undergo relative motion generating current damping force; converts energy into electrical current dissipated through heat.
- Rotary Friction Damper (II) Damper achieving friction energy dissipation through mutual rotation of friction materials at energy-consuming nodes; converts horizontal friction into rotational friction energy dissipation.
- Shear-Type Metallic Damper Damper using low yield strength, high ductility soft steel as core material; dissipates energy through inelastic properties of steel plates after yielding.
- Bending-Type Metallic Damper Damper utilizing low-yield-strength, high-ductility mild steel to exploit inelastic properties for energy dissipation from earthquakes; performance unaffected by temperature.
- Nuclear-grade Large Hydraulic Damper Fully enclosed, symmetrical, internally resisted hydraulic damper with high safety and reliability, long lifespan, and convenient installation; used in nuclear power stations.
- Disc Spring Damping and Vibration Isolation Device Device utilizing disc springs with high stiffness and strong shock absorption; exhibits variable stiffness characteristics with wide range of nonlinear properties.
- Tuned Mass Damper Structural vibration system composed of stiffness elements, damping elements, and inertial mass that reduces dynamic response and enhances structural comfort.
- Eddy Current Tuned Mass Damper Tuned mass damper with eddy current damping units for enhanced vibration control; uses inertial force coordination with main structure vibration to reduce dynamic response.
- Polyurethane Vibration Damping Pad Damping pad made of high-end microcellular polyurethane elastomers with pore diameters 0.1-10 micrometers; features high elasticity, flame retardancy, and low VOC emissions.
- Comprehensive Solution for Flexible Connection Complete seismic isolation solution for pipeline systems in seismic isolation buildings, enabling pipeline seismic displacement compensation while ensuring fluid or energy delivery.
- Flexible Connection (Type A) Three-dimensional horizontal flexible connection module for compensating seismic displacements in seismic isolation zones, preventing pipeline plastic deformation and failure.
- Flexible Connection (Type B) Three-dimensional vertical flexible connection module for pipeline systems in seismic isolation areas to compensate for seismic displacements.
- Flexible Connection (Type C) Four-dimensional horizontal flexible connection enabling nodes in seismic isolation zones to compensate for seismic displacements.
- Flexible Connection Module (Type A) Flexible connection module for ventilation systems designed for different nodes and operating conditions in seismic isolation zones.
- Flexible Connection Module (Type B) Flexible connection module for electrical systems enabling seismic displacement compensation in seismic isolation zones.
- Lateral Seismic Bracing (Type A) Lateral seismic bracing for water piping systems supporting mechanical and electrical equipment with earthquake force resistance.
- Lateral Seismic Bracing (Type B) Lateral seismic bracing for HVAC systems providing resistance to earthquake forces in both longitudinal and lateral directions.
- Lateral Seismic Bracing (Type C) Lateral seismic bracing for electrical systems supporting water pipes, air ducts, and cable trays with seismic resistance.
- Bidirectional Seismic Bracing (Type A) Bidirectional seismic bracing for water piping systems capable of resisting earthquake impact forces in both longitudinal and lateral directions.
- Bidirectional Seismic Bracing (Type B) Bidirectional seismic bracing for HVAC systems with seismic support facilities resisting earthquake forces bidirectionally.
- Bidirectional Seismic Bracing (Type C) Bidirectional seismic bracing for electrical systems providing comprehensive earthquake force resistance for piping equipment.
- Anti-wind Device (Type I) Wind-resistant device for base isolation technology in buildings to provide wind load resistance.
- Anti-wind Device (Type II) Wind-resistant device added to isolation rubber bearings to achieve wind resistance when natural rubber bearings lack wind resistance capability.
- Anti-tension Device Device installed in the isolation layer of high-rise buildings in high-intensity seismic zones to reduce tensile stress on isolation bearings.
- Anti-tension Device for FPS Device used with friction pendulum system that decomposes horizontal motion into X and Y components while providing vertical tensile performance.
- Cover Plate Seismic isolation trench/slot cover plate ensuring buildings maintain uninterrupted functionality during design earthquakes.
- U-shaped Pipe Clamp Pipe clamp for seismic bracing applications with excellent lateral and axial force resistance; material Q235B carbon steel with various surface treatments.
- O-shaped Pipe Clamp Pipe clamp with two locknuts for easy adjustment; suitable for pipes with diameters under DN250; material Q235B carbon steel.
- Single-sided C-channel Steel C-channel steel with reinforcing ribs for enhanced bending strength; features serrated inner curled edge for shear resistance and anti-slip properties.
- Double-combined C-channel Steel Combined C-channel steel configuration with reinforcing ribs for enhanced bending resistance and anti-slip serrated edges.
- Seismic-resistant Connectors Universal connectors for assembly onto various structures including concrete, wooden, and steel; suitable for lateral and longitudinal seismic support applications.
- System Components Complete set of components for seismic support systems including anchors, bolts, nuts, and specialized fasteners.
- Customized Seismic Isolation Solutions and Technical Services Project-specific customized engineering service covering pre-project consultation, scheme design, product supply, installation guidance, and post-project technical support for seismic isolation and energy dissipation projects; sold to project owners, general contractors, and design institutes.
Quantifiable outcome
- Reduces seismic response by 1/4-1/6 compared to traditional seismic-resistant buildings
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use SafetyInside
Customer profileNamed customers12 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
SafetyInside technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
SafetyInside partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Construction Committee of the Kyrgyzstan Federation of Industry and CommerceminorReached cooperation intention on development of technical standards and industry standards for seismic and disaster prevention (seismic isolation and reduction) at the 8th China-Eurasia Expo. Will conduct in-depth docking on the entire process from scheme design to project implementation.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
SafetyInside competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Oiles Corporation: Oiles is a Japanese manufacturer of seismic isolation bearings, viscous dampers, and vibration control devices for buildings and bridges. Overlaps with SafetyInside across seismic isolation bearings, energy dissipation dampers, and ancillary hardware.
- GERB Vibration Control Systems: GERB is a German manufacturer of vibration isolation systems including spring and damping elements for buildings, industrial facilities, and sensitive equipment. Comparable to SafetyInside's vibration control product category (tuned mass dampers, spring isolation bearings).
- Dynamic Isolation Systems (DIS): Dynamic Isolation Systems is a US-based specialist in seismic isolation bearings, particularly lead rubber bearings and friction pendulum systems, with extensive use in museums, hospitals, and emergency facilities. Highly comparable to SafetyInside in core technology and target applications.
- Mageba: Mageba is a Swiss manufacturer of structural bearings, expansion joints, and seismic protection devices (including lead rubber bearings and friction pendulum systems) for bridges and buildings. Its product line and customer base closely mirror SafetyInside's seismic isolation offerings.
- Taylor Devices: Taylor Devices is a US-based designer and manufacturer of seismic isolation bearings, shock transmission units, and energy dissipators used in buildings, bridges, and infrastructure. It is the most direct international peer to SafetyInside, competing head-to-head in seismic isolation hardware with similar bearing and damper product lines.
- FPC (Friction Pendulum) / Earthquake Protection Systems: Earthquake Protection Systems is a US manufacturer of friction pendulum bearings for seismic isolation, with strong adoption in US and international projects. A focused direct competitor to SafetyInside's friction pendulum system offerings.
Broad incumbents
- Bridgestone Industrial: Bridgestone's industrial products division manufactures high-damping rubber bearings for seismic isolation of buildings and bridges in Japan and globally. A very large incumbent with overlapping technology to SafetyInside's rubber bearing product line.
- Freyssinet (VSL): Freyssinet, part of the Bouygues group, is a global leader in structural engineering including post-tensioning, seismic isolation bearings, and dampers for bridges, buildings, and energy infrastructure. It competes with SafetyInside on large international projects and has overlapping product categories but a much broader portfolio.
Regional players
- Kawakin Holdings (Kawakin Core-Tech): Kawakin Holdings is a Japanese manufacturer specializing in seismic isolation rubber bearings and dampers, primarily serving the Japan domestic market but with technology leadership in laminated rubber bearings. Directly comparable in core technology to SafetyInside, with regional concentration in Japan.
- Shanghai Mitsubishi Elevator / Zeta Group (China): Zeta Group is a Chinese competitor in seismic isolation bearings and energy dissipation dampers, serving the domestic Chinese market with overlapping product categories. A regional competitor to SafetyInside with similar target customers (airports, high-rises, infrastructure) in China.
Market position
Strengths2 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
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Frequently asked questions about SafetyInside
What does SafetyInside do?
SafetyInside manufactures and supplies seismic isolation and energy dissipation hardware for buildings and critical infrastructure. Its core offerings include seismic isolation bearings (rubber and friction pendulum systems), energy dissipation dampers, vibration control devices, flexible pipeline connections, and seismic bracing systems, delivered as customized project solutions with full life-cycle technical service from design consultation to post-installation support.
Is SafetyInside a public or private company?
SafetyInside is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was SafetyInside founded?
SafetyInside was founded in 2009. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is SafetyInside based?
SafetyInside is headquartered in Kunming, China, in the Asia region.
How does SafetyInside make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Seismic Isolation Hardware Products are the primary driver. The others are customized Solutions and Technical Services.
Who are SafetyInside's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Oiles Corporation, GERB Vibration Control Systems, Dynamic Isolation Systems (DIS), Mageba, Taylor Devices and FPC (Friction Pendulum) / Earthquake Protection Systems. Broad incumbents are Bridgestone Industrial and Freyssinet (VSL). Regional players are Kawakin Holdings (Kawakin Core-Tech) and Shanghai Mitsubishi Elevator / Zeta Group (China).
Does SafetyInside have an API?
No public API is recorded for SafetyInside.
What industry is SafetyInside in?
SafetyInside's product category is Seismic Isolation and Energy Dissipation Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADALAH, Plumbing Supports, Hangers & Seismic Bracing, with a secondary code of IMADACAJ, Fasteners, Anchors & Connectors (Bolts, Weld Studs, Plates). Its NAICS code is 33531 and its SIC code is 3531.