Jendco Safety

What Jendco Safety does

Jendco Safety Supply Inc. is a family-owned B2B distributor of industrial and occupational safety supplies headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1989 by Beth Jarvis. The company sells personal protective equipment (PPE), fall protection, respiratory protection, gas detection, head/eye/hand protection, air duct cleaning equipment, HEPA vacuums, confined space equipment, and jobsite supplies across 128+ product categories. It serves industrial contractors, construction workers, commercial facilities, and corporate accounts, distributing products from major manufacturers including 3M, MSA Safety, Honeywell (Miller, Howard Leight, North), FallTech, KASK, Pyramex, DuPont, Helly Hansen, Studson, and Nilfisk.

The company operates a multi-channel distribution model: a Shopify-powered e-commerce storefront shipping to all 50 US states and 28+ countries, two physical showrooms in Ohio (Columbus headquarters and Pataskala/New Albany), a corporate accounts program with tax-exempt purchasing and quote-based enterprise pricing, and a local jobsite delivery service from its Ohio warehouse. Marketing channels include the e-commerce site, email/newsletter (5% first-order discount), a safety blog, and active social media presence on Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Seasonal catalogs (Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer) support ongoing demand cycles.

The business model is straightforward distribution with one-time product sales across a broad SKU range with unit prices from under $10 to over $3,000. The company offers a price match guarantee, financing options, and volume discounts through corporate accounts. Jendco is WBENC/WBE certified as a woman-owned business and has been recognized on Columbus Business First's Fastest 50 Growing Companies list in both 2015 and 2021. Leadership includes founder/CEO Beth Jarvis and next-generation family members Jenny and David Jarvis, with no external investors, parent company, or private equity involvement disclosed.

Name

Jendco Safety

Legal name

Jendco Safety Supply Inc.

Website

https://jendcosafety.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Jendco Safety Supply is a family-owned B2B distributor based in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1989, selling PPE, fall protection, gas detection, and remediation equipment to contractors, industrial facilities, and corporate accounts across all 50 US states and 28+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Safety Equipment Distribution

SIC

Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080)

akta.pro primary industry

PPE, Safety & Infection Control Supplies Distribution (JanSan-adjacent) (CRAOAGAK)

Keywords

• Industrial safety supplies
• Personal protective equipment
• Fall protection equipment
• Gas detection equipment
• Air duct cleaning equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Jendco Safety generates revenue through direct product sales of industrial safety equipment, PPE, and supplies. The company sells various safety products including fall protection, respiratory equipment, gas monitors, and jobsite supplies with prices ranging from under $10 to over $2,000 per item.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Jendco Safety Supply is a family-owned distributor of industrial and construction safety equipment based in Columbus, Ohio. The company resells and distributes a broad catalog of more than 128 product categories spanning personal protective equipment (PPE), fall protection, respiratory protection, gas detection, head/eye/hand protection, confined space equipment, HEPA vacuums, air duct cleaning equipment, and jobsite supplies. It sells these products through a Shopify-powered e-commerce platform, two physical showrooms in Ohio, and a corporate accounts program with tax-exempt purchasing and custom quote-based pricing.

Product overview

Jendco Safety Supply is a family-owned safety equipment distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of safety products through an e-commerce platform. The company operates as a multi-brand reseller rather than a manufacturer, carrying products across diverse categories including respiratory protection (N95 masks, respirators, PAPR systems), fall protection (harnesses, lifelines, anchors), eye and hand protection (safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves), head protection (hard hats, helmets), gas detection equipment (multi-gas detectors, calibration kits), air duct cleaning equipment (vacuum systems, brush systems), HEPA vacuums, confined space equipment, jobsite supplies, and seasonal safety apparel. The company publishes multiple seasonal catalogs (Main Line, Air Duct Cleaning, Fall/Winter, Spring/Summer) and operates as a Shopify-based e-commerce platform serving B2B and B2C customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Duct Cleaning Equipment Commercial and residential air duct cleaning equipment including vacuum systems, brush systems, compressed air tools, dryer vent cleaning equipment, and inspection/robotic equipment, sold to HVAC contractors and remediation professionals.
• Gas Detection Equipment Gas detection equipment including single-gas and multi-gas detectors (MSA ALTAIR series), calibration systems, sampling probes, CBRNE detectors, and replacement accessories for industrial worker safety.
• Fall Protection Equipment Fall protection equipment including harnesses, self-retracting lifelines, anchors, lanyards, horizontal/vertical lifelines, confined space systems, ladder safety equipment, and fall protection kits from brands such as 3M (DBI-SALA, Protecta), FallTech, and Honeywell Miller.
• Respiratory Protection Respiratory protection equipment including disposable N95 masks, half and full face respirators, PAPR systems, SCBA, welding PAPR, supplied air respirators, and cartridges/filters from brands including Honeywell North and 3M.
• Hard Hats & Helmets Head protection including Type 1 and Type 2 hard hats and helmets, accessories, face shields, and visors from brands such as KASK and Studson.
• Eye Wear & Face Protection Safety eyewear and face protection including protective glasses, goggles, face shields, lens cleaning products, KASK visors, and accessories.
• Hand Protection / Gloves Protective gloves including cut-resistant, chemical-resistant, disposable, leather, latex/synthetic, welding, and winter gloves from brands such as Pyramex and Radians.
• Confined Space Equipment Confined space entry and rescue equipment including tripods, ventilators, blowers, dewatering pumps, barricade products, and work tents.
• HEPA Vacuums & Dust Extractors HEPA-rated industrial vacuum cleaners including mobile dust extractors, insulation removal vacuums, mercury vacuums, wet/dry shop vacuums, Nilfisk Euroclean GD930 HEPA vacuums, and replacement parts/accessories.
• Jobsite Supplies General jobsite supplies including cones, traffic safety equipment, extension cords, GFCI, fire extinguishers, tape, and contractor trash bags.
• Rain & Hi-Viz Apparel High-visibility safety apparel including rainwear, safety vests, shirts, sweatshirts, and accessories meeting ANSI/ISEA standards.
• Cooling & Heat Stress Products Heat stress management products including cooling vests, hydration drinks, electrolyte packs, freezer pops, Sqwincher products, and jobsite tents.
• Asbestos, Lead & Mold Remediation Equipment Environmental remediation supplies including DuPont SafeSpec disposable clothing, Tyvek suits, pressure test kits, asbestos abatement equipment, lead HEPA vacuums, and mold remediation/disaster clean-up products.
• First Aid & Eyewash First aid and emergency response equipment including AEDs, CPR products, eyewash showers, first aid kits, HAWS eye/face/shower systems, skin care, and first aid signage.
• Online Catalogs Seasonal product catalogs including Main Line Catalog, Air Duct Cleaning Catalog, Fall/Winter 2024 & 2025 Catalog, and Spring/Summer Construction Catalog, presenting the company's full product offerings for industrial and construction safety buyers.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• 3M (DBI-SALA, Protecta)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJendco distributes 3M's DBI-SALA and Protecta fall protection equipment including harnesses, lanyards, and self-retracting lifelines.
• MSA SafetycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of MSA gas detectors including ALTAIR series multi-gas monitors, single gas detectors, calibration equipment, and accessories.
• FallTechcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes FallTech fall protection products including harnesses, lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, and fall protection kits.
• KASK AmericacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes KASK helmets, hard hats, and accessories including Zenith X2, Sun Shield, and Zen Visor kits.
• PyramexmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes Pyramex safety eyewear, gloves, hi-viz apparel, and rain gear products.
• RadiansmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCarries Radians hearing protection, safety eyewear, hi-viz apparel, and cut-resistant gloves.
• DuPontmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes DuPont SafeSpec disposable clothing, Tyvek suits, and pressure test kits for hazardous material protection.
• NIKRO IndustriesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes NIKRO air duct cleaning equipment, skipper lines, nozzles, air control valves, and vacuum accessories.
• Helly HansenmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCarries Helly Hansen workwear including protective outerwear and flame-resistant clothing.
• Honeywell (Miller, Howard Leight, North, Fendall)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes various Honeywell brands including Miller fall protection, Howard Leight hearing protection, North respirators, and Fendall eyewash stations.
• NilfiskmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes Nilfisk Euroclean GD930 HEPA vacuums, dust extractors, and replacement parts/accessories.
• MCR SafetymajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCarries MCR Safety BearKat safety eyewear and other MCR protective equipment.
• StudsonmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes Studson SHK-1 helmets, hard hats, and accessories including face shields and helmet liners.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Fastenal: National industrial and construction supply distributor with a growing safety product line and on-site vending programs. Competes with Jendco for contractor and industrial customers across safety and jobsite categories.
• McMaster-Carr: Renowned industrial supply catalog distributor with strong e-commerce operations across facility maintenance, safety, and PPE products. Sets the standard for online industrial supply UX that Jendco competes against.
• Airgas: Subsidiary of Air Liquide and the largest US distributor of welding, safety, and gas detection products including PPE, respirators, and gas monitors. Directly comparable to Jendco's gas detection and respiratory product categories.
• Global Industrial: Direct-to-business industrial and safety equipment supplier with broad PPE, material handling, and facility maintenance offerings. Comparable to Jendco in customer base and product mix, at meaningfully larger scale.
• MSC Industrial: Major US metalworking and industrial supply distributor with a significant safety product offering. Competes with Jendco for industrial and contractor customers across PPE and jobsite supplies.
• W.W. Grainger: Largest US industrial distributor with extensive safety, PPE, and maintenance product lines and a national logistics footprint. Operates in Jendco's space but at vastly greater scale and breadth; sets competitive pricing benchmarks for the category.

Direct peers

• Aramsco: Distributor of safety, remediation, and surface preparation equipment including PPE, HEPA equipment, and containment products. Directly comparable to Jendco's remediation and air duct cleaning portfolio.
• Saf-T-Gard International: Family-owned safety distributor carrying PPE, gas detection, fall protection, and first-aid supplies to industrial customers. Comparable to Jendco as a multi-brand safety distributor serving similar trades and contractor segments.
• Mallory Safety and Supply: Independent regional safety and industrial supply distributor serving contractors and industrial customers with PPE, fall protection, and gas detection. Closely comparable to Jendco in business model, customer mix, and product breadth, with similar scale.

Emerging players

• Pure Safety Group: Multi-brand safety equipment platform that designs, manufactures, and distributes fall protection, head/face protection, and PPE. An emerging player that combines manufacturing and distribution in Jendco's core categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/JendcoSafety
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@jendco
• Facebookfacebook.com/Jendco
• Instagraminstagram.com/JendcoSafety
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jendco-safety-supply-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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