Young Equipment Solutions, Inc.

What Young Equipment Solutions, Inc. does

Young Equipment Solutions, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned solutions provider founded in 1978 and headquartered in Hauppauge, New York. The company designs, supplies, and installs furniture, equipment, and audiovisual technology systems for educational and institutional facilities, with primary concentration on K-12 schools, higher education, government facilities, municipal recreation, and private institutions across New York State.

The company's product portfolio spans five interlocking categories: furniture and casework (classroom, cafeteria, library, laboratory, e-sports lab and healthcare); lockers (steel, plastic laminate, phenolic, and smart locker retrofits); athletic and auditorium equipment (bleachers, seating, lighting, curtains, scoreboards); playground and outdoor equipment (GameTime/MRC Recreation playgrounds, fitness systems, dog parks, shade structures); and the proprietary Inspirence technology brand, which bundles LED video walls, digital scoreboards, the Smart Lectern, the 135-inch Mobile LED Display, the CODA intelligent audio system, and a 360-degree Immersive Classroom projection system. Inspirence products are listed on ED Data, an approved procurement platform that allows NY schools to purchase without public bid, and are integrated in the field through a core partnership with Bri-Tech for AVL services.

The revenue model is primarily one-time project-based hardware sales combined with installation and project management services, with pricing on a quote basis (no public price list) and contracts typically spanning multi-year procurement cycles. Distribution is regional (NY State), executed through direct field sales, inside sales, and a Hauppauge showroom; manufacturing is largely outsourced to long-standing manufacturer partners including LYON Workspace Products, GameTime, MRC Recreation, Diversified, Wisconsin Bench, CEF, Groupe Lacasse, One Pointe Solutions, and Elation Lighting. The company has no disclosed public funding, no parent entity, and no software platform architecture; competitive positioning rests on Inspirence brand exclusivity, ED Data procurement access, 45+ years of installed relationships, and end-to-end service from facility planning through post-installation support.

Name

Young Equipment Solutions, Inc.

Legal name

Young Equipment Solutions, Inc.

Website

https://youngequipment.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Young Equipment Solutions, founded 1978 in Hauppauge, New York, is a family-owned distributor and installer of furniture, lockers, athletic, playground, and audiovisual equipment for K-12 schools, higher education, municipal, and private institutions across New York State, via the proprietary Inspirence technology brand and long-standing manufacturer partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Facility Solutions

NAICS

Showcase, Partition, Shelving, and Locker Manufacturing (337215), Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431)

SIC

Partitions, Shelvg, Lockers, & Office & Store Fixtures (2540), Office Furniture (2520), Laboratory Apparatus & Furniture (3821), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Instructional Equipment & Classroom Tools (Whiteboards, Lab Kits, Manipulatives) (EDAEAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

IT & AV Hardware Procurement (Computers, Displays, Projectors, Interactive Panels) (EDAEAIAD), Remote Instruction Hardware & Classroom AV Control (Cameras, Mics, Smart Pods) (EDAFABAI), Early Childhood & Playground Equipment (Play Structures, Soft Play, Safety Surfacing) (EDAEAIAF), Cafeteria, Kitchen & Foodservice Equipment (Serving Lines, Refrigeration, Smallwares) (EDAEAIAJ)

Keywords

• Educational facility equipment
• School furniture supply
• Audiovisual system integration
• Locker installation services
• Playground equipment distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Hauppauge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment and Furniture Sales: The company sells school furniture, lockers, gym equipment, auditorium seating, playground equipment, outdoor equipment, and technology/AV systems directly to schools and institutions. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales with professional installation services included as part of the end-to-end offering.
2. Installation and Project Services: Full-service installation, AVL integration, and project management for all equipment sold. Services include facility planning, layout design, product selection, and post-installation support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Young Equipment Solutions designs, supplies, and installs furniture, equipment, and audiovisual technology systems for educational and institutional facilities across New York State. Core products include school furniture and cafeteria tables, lockers and casework, gym and athletic equipment, auditorium seating and lighting, playground and outdoor equipment, and the proprietary Inspirence technology line covering digital scoreboards, smart lecterns, LED video walls, immersive classrooms, and mobile LED displays. End-to-end service spans facility planning, product selection, professional installation, and AVL systems integration.

Product overview

Young Equipment Solutions is a school and institutional facility solutions provider offering a diverse portfolio of physical products rather than a unified software platform. The core technology offering is the Inspirence sub-brand (LED video walls, digital scoreboards, media systems, immersive classrooms, smart lecterns, 135" mobile displays) combined with an extensive equipment catalog spanning lockers (steel, plastic laminate, phenolic, smart locker retrofits), casework (healthcare, laboratory, school), auditorium solutions (seating, lighting, curtains), audio systems (CODA, digital directivity), outdoor equipment (playgrounds, fitness, dog parks, shade), and furniture (classroom, cafeteria, library, e-sports). Products are primarily hardware-based with no software platform architecture; the company serves K-12 schools, higher education, government facilities, and private institutions across New York.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Inspirence: A technology solutions brand offering video systems, LED displays, scoreboards, media players, the 135-inch Mobile Display, and complete AVL systems for schools, businesses, and live events. Features include studio systems, immersive environments, and accessories such as the Smart Lectern and Cyber Booth.
• Inspirence Immersive Classroom

Products and services

• Inspirence Digital Scoreboards (i2512P5) High-resolution digital LED scoreboards for indoor and outdoor athletic environments featuring dynamic layouts for multiple sports, real-time game data, clear score/time/period/possession display, outdoor durability, and integration with audio and visual systems. Exclusively distributed by Young Equipment Solutions and listed on ED Data for streamlined bid-exempt purchasing by schools.
• Inspirence Smart Lectern All-in-one connected lectern designed for modern classrooms and auditoriums combining control, presentation tools, and smart integration. Features no tangled wires, no complicated setup, and instant walk-up-and-present functionality.
• 135-inch Mobile LED Display Fully portable, high-impact 135-inch LED display requiring no permanent installation, with crystal-clear visibility in any lighting condition. Designed for gymnasiums, auditoriums, and multipurpose rooms where a movable large-format display is needed.
• Inspirence LED Video Walls High-resolution LED video walls and portable LED displays for classrooms, theaters, auditoriums, and live events. Customizable and scalable configurations for vibrant visuals.
• Inspirence Immersive Classroom System Technology-enabled learning environment using 360-degree projection, real-time 3D educational content, spatial audio, and interactive simulations to transform classrooms into experiential learning environments.
• Inspirence Media Systems Integrated video, sound, and control systems for immersive classrooms, auditoriums, and venues with seamless, future-ready communication capabilities.
• CODA Intelligent Audio System Intelligent audio system that automatically manages audio performance for district school board meetings, auditoriums, flex spaces, and sports fields, providing powerful, intuitive, and effortless operation with clear, consistent, reliable announcements.
• Digital Directivity Audio Systems Sound systems using Digital Directivity Synthesis technology for full control of near field and far field coverage, creating asymmetric vertical beams for improved direct-to-reverberate sound ratios tailored to specific applications.
• School Lockers (Steel, Phenolic, Plastic Laminate) Comprehensive locker product line including heavy-duty U.S.-made steel lockers (LYON, lifetime warranty) for high-traffic areas, rust-free plastic laminate lockers for pools/spas/healthcare, and durable scratch/graffiti/water-resistant phenolic lockers for demanding environments.
• Smart Locker Retrofit Electronic locking technology upgrades for existing school lockers including RFID student access, mobile credential compatibility, network-connected lock management, administrative access controls, audit tracking, and cloud-based management systems.
• Classroom and Cafeteria Furniture Comprehensive classroom and cafeteria furniture including tiered access desks for stadium-style/socratic learning, mobile tables for science labs and CTE, multi-use cafeteria furniture with various table styles and seating heights, district-branded custom cafeteria tables with school mascots and logos, and high-capacity Airflex chairs.
• Auditorium Seating and Stage Curtains Custom-designed auditorium seating in varying seat widths, back pitch, shapes, colors, and finishes for school auditoriums, theaters, and churches with lifetime warranty, plus fully customizable stage curtains for masking or decoration.
• Theatrical and Outdoor Lighting Systems Custom-designed LED theatrical lighting systems with thousands of color variations for stage, floor, and spotlight applications in school auditoriums and theaters, plus indoor and outdoor lighting solutions in partnership with industry-leading manufacturers.
• Playground Equipment Age-appropriate playground solutions including equipment from GameTime and MRC Recreation, with layout planning, equipment selection, safety surfacing, and installation coordination for elementary and secondary schools. IPEMA certified for commercial playground safety compliance.
• Outdoor Fitness Systems Interactive outdoor challenge and obstacle race fitness systems accommodating single or multiple users for community wellness regardless of fitness abilities, age, or background.
• Shade Structures Engineered shade structures providing relief from heat and UV rays in various styles and shapes for outdoor recreation and playground environments.
• Healthcare and Laboratory Casework Modular healthcare casework for patient-centered locations, exam rooms, and laboratories plus custom laboratory design and casework for science classrooms and research facilities.
• E-Sports Lab Furniture Solutions Complete e-sports lab environments for K-12 schools including LEET and ELO e-sports desks, Media Center Workstation Kits, gaming stations, viewing areas, and professional installation.
• AVL System Integration Services AVL (Audio, Video, Lighting) systems engineering and integration services delivered through Bri-Tech partnership, including audiovisual and low voltage coordination for scoreboard installations and immersive classroom systems, plus local service, in-house call center, spare parts warehouse, and trained technicians throughout the tri-state area.
• Facility Design, Installation, and Project Services Full-service installation, facility planning, layout design, product selection, project management, and post-installation support delivered alongside all equipment and technology solutions sold by the company.

Quantifiable outcome

• Retrofitting approximately 50 lockers instead of replacing them entirely resulted in projected savings exceeding $50,000.

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Bri-TechcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBri-Tech serves as the AVL (Audio, Video, Lighting) integration specialist for Young Equipment Solutions. The company handles audiovisual and low voltage coordination for scoreboard installations and immersive classroom systems, ensuring seamless system performance, clean installation, and long-term reliability. Bri-Tech provides local service, in-house call center, spare parts warehouse, and trained technicians throughout the tri-state area.
• LYON Workspace ProductscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLYON Workspace Products is the industry standard for high-quality U.S.-made steel lockers and shelving. Young Equipment has partnered with LYON to offer America's finest steel lockers with a lifetime warranty for high-traffic areas like schools and municipalities.
• MRC RecreationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMRC Recreation partners with Young Equipment to deliver playground environments that bring communities together, combining creativity, durability, and purpose in every detail.
• GameTimecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGameTime is a playground equipment manufacturer offering inclusive playground designs that encourage children of all abilities to play side by side. Young Equipment serves as the distribution partner for GameTime products in New York.
• DiversifiedmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDiversified is a trusted manufacturer for Career and Technical Education (CTE) environments, with over 25 years of experience. Young Equipment partners with Diversified to bring flexible, high-quality CTE solutions into modern educational environments.
• Wisconsin BenchmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWisconsin Bench is trusted for over 25 years in providing CTE, STEAM, and eSports furniture solutions. Young Equipment partners with Wisconsin Bench for esports lab furniture and flexible learning space solutions.
• CEF (Creative Education Furniture)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCEF provides CTE furniture solutions. Young Equipment partners with CEF to expand offerings and bring flexible, high-quality solutions into modern CTE environments.
• Groupe LacassemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGroupe Lacasse provides healthcare casework for patient-centered locations, exam rooms, and laboratory settings. Young Equipment supplies their products for healthcare facilities.
• One Pointe SolutionsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne Pointe Solutions offers custom laboratory design and casework. Young Equipment recently added this manufacturer to their offerings for educational science labs.
• Elation LightingmajorTechnology or IntegrationElation Lighting provides theatrical lighting equipment for custom designed LED systems. Used in East Islip High School theatrical lighting installation featuring 3000 color variations.
• WB (Wisconsin Bench)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWB provides eSports furniture including LEET eSports Marathon Desks, ELO Slinger Desks, and Media Center Workstation Kits for school eSports lab environments.
• USA CapitolmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUSA Capitol provides Access Tiered Desk systems and cafeteria furniture including district-branded tables with custom logo graphics and mascots.
• National Public SeatingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational Public Seating provides Airflex chairs with 1,000 lb weight capacity for cafeteria overflow, testing setups, and multipurpose rooms.
• ED DatacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerED Data is an approved procurement platform for New York schools. Inspirence products are listed on ED Data, allowing schools to purchase without going out to bid, streamlining the procurement process.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Steelcase Education: Large global furniture manufacturer with a dedicated Education Solutions group offering classroom, learning space, and AV integrations. Comparable offering but at much larger scale, with broader geographic reach and deeper R&D resources, positioning it as an incumbent peer rather than a direct regional competitor.
• KI (Krueger International): Major manufacturer of education, healthcare, and institutional furniture with a strong K-12 presence. Comparable in serving school facility needs (classroom, cafeteria, auditorium seating), but at national/international scale with in-house manufacturing YES does not have.
• AVI-SPL: Largest U.S. AV systems integrator serving corporate, education, and government markets. Comparable in delivering AVL integration projects to schools and institutions, but at national scale with significantly larger engineering and project management resources.

Direct peers

• Demco: Long-standing educational supplies and furniture distributor serving schools and libraries. Comparable in product breadth (furniture, AV, equipment), customer base (K-12 and higher ed), and value-added services (planning, installation), though operating across a broader geographic footprint.
• School Specialty: Largest U.S. distributor of educational supplies, furniture, and equipment to K-12 schools. Closely comparable to Young Equipment Solutions in target customer (K-12 districts), product categories (classroom furniture, AV, equipment), and procurement-driven go-to-market, though operating at national scale.
• National Business Furniture (NBF): Office and institutional furniture distributor with a dedicated education vertical. Comparable in offering classroom, cafeteria, and library furniture to schools and institutions, with project-based sales and bulk procurement capabilities.
• VS America: Manufacturer-distributor of educational furniture (classroom, lecture, cafeteria) widely specified in K-12 and higher ed projects in North America. Comparable in target customer and product category, with overlap on flexible/modular classroom furniture lines that YES also distributes.
• Hertz Furniture Systems: Direct-to-school furniture and equipment distributor serving K-12 and higher education across the U.S. Highly comparable business model: bundled furniture, AV, and equipment solutions with installation services and procurement support, mirroring YES's one-stop facility solutions positioning.
• Marco: Midwest-based managed technology and AV services provider with a substantial K-12 and education practice. Comparable in delivering AV integration, communications, and managed services to schools, with overlapping Inspirence-style solutions though in a different regional footprint.

Others

• GameTime: Major U.S. manufacturer of commercial playground equipment, distributed in NY by Young Equipment Solutions. Included as an ecosystem peer: complementary relationship rather than direct competitor, but its products overlap with YES's playground and outdoor equipment offering and reflect the same institutional procurement channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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