McLane-Black Lake Fire, Peak Rescue Institute, Spec. Rescue, Forcible Entry

What McLane-Black Lake Fire, Peak Rescue Institute, Spec. Rescue, Forcible Entry does

Forcible Entry, Inc. is a private U.S. manufacturer founded in 2010 by retired Palo Alto Fire Department Captain Chuck Ferry, designing and fabricating realistic, re-breachable training props for fire departments, law enforcement agencies, military units, and federal agencies. The company's flagship product is the Catalyst Force Entry Door (CFED), a re-breachable training door with a marine-grade 7-layer laminated wood door, proprietary Flex Tech Jambs, AR450 steel strike plates, and a C6 Academy Lock Break Mechanism that simulates realistic door flex and force-feedback across 25,000+ evolutions. The product ecosystem extends to Security Screen Doors, VES Window Systems, Roll-Up Door Props, Roof Props, Hinge Pulling/Cutting Props, and specialized upgrades for tactical (shotgun/KBT), EOD, and crush/camming training.

The company packages these props into modular platforms, including Conex Box Training Centers (20ft or 40ft shipping containers pre-configured with multiple props), mobile Forcible Entry Trailers, and tilt-bed trailer combos, producing a turnkey training infrastructure for agencies lacking purpose-built training facilities. Products are manufactured in-house at the company's Rancho Cordova, CA facility using U.S.-sourced AR-450 steel and marine-grade lumber, with iterative design improvements informed by active firefighters and law enforcement input.

Forcible Entry monetizes primarily through one-time hardware sales of custom-built props and Conex Box systems, distributed via direct enterprise sales to government agencies, the GSA Advantage federal procurement program, and the NPPGov cooperative purchasing organization. Sales are supported by free monthly "Breaching & BBQ" training events at headquarters, on-site department training, conference appearances (CATO, Capital City Fire Conference, FDIC), and a certified trainer network. The company has reached 30+ states and 2 countries, with 269+ customers in California alone, presence in every CalFire Training Center, and designation as the preferred training infrastructure for the State of Oregon's Department of Public Safety Standards & Training.

Name

McLane-Black Lake Fire, Peak Rescue Institute, Spec. Rescue, Forcible Entry

Legal name

Forcible Entry, Inc.

Website

https://forcibleentry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Forcible Entry, Inc. manufactures realistic, re-breachable forcible entry training doors, security screen doors, VES windows, and modular Conex Box Training Centers for fire departments, law enforcement agencies, military, and federal agencies across 30+ states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire and Law Enforcement Training Equipment

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial & Industrial Doors (Sectional, High-Speed, Fire, Security) (IMADAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Access Panels, Hatches & Specialty Openings (IMADAIAJ), Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI)

Keywords

• Forcible entry training props
• First responder training equipment
• Fire department breaching doors
• Law enforcement tactical training
• Conex box training centers

Headquarters

HQ city

Rancho Cordova

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Training Props & Doors (Hardware): Primary revenue from sale of Catalyst Force Entry Doors, security screen doors, VES windows, roll-up door props, commercial cutting doors, hinge props, trailers, and Conex Box Training Centers. Products sold directly to fire departments, law enforcement agencies, military, and federal agencies. Custom-built configurations with add-on props and accessories.
2. Training Services: Free monthly 'Breaching & BBQ' events at HQ drive product awareness. Fee-based training at department locations covering saws, VES windows, lock pulling, roll-up doors, Conex Box days, and mobile trailer training. Train-the-trainer programs for departments.
3. GSA/NPPGov Government Purchasing: Products available through GSA Advantage cooperative purchasing for federal agencies and NPPGov for government entities nationwide, enabling streamlined procurement without individual RFP processes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Forcible Entry, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells re-breachable forcible entry training doors, windows, roof props, roll-up door props, and modular Conex Box Training Centers for fire departments, law enforcement, SWAT, military, and federal agencies. The company's flagship Catalyst Force Entry Door (CFED) is rated to 25,000+ evolutions and is sold alongside Security Screen Doors, VES Windows, Mobile Trailers, and turnkey shipping-container training centers. Distribution runs through direct enterprise sales, GSA Advantage, and NPPGov cooperative purchasing.

Product overview

Forcible Entry, Inc. is a manufacturer of realistic, durable training props for fire departments, law enforcement, military, and federal agencies. The core product is the Catalyst Force Entry Door (CFED), available in Stand Alone (mobile) and Direct Mount (structure-installed) variations. The product ecosystem includes add-on props such as Security Screen Doors, VES Window Systems (3-in-1, Break & Rake, Slot Windows), Roll-Up Door Props, Roof Props, Hinge Pulling/Cutting Props, Commercial Cutting Doors, and specialty upgrades like the Tactical Breacher, Baseball Swing Add-On, EOD packages, and Crush Prop Straps. The company also offers comprehensive training solutions through Conex Box Training Centers (20ft and 40ft shipping containers pre-configured with multiple props), mobile Forcible Entry Trailers, and tilt-bed trailer combos. Supporting accessories include Wheel Systems, Monster Base Plates, Multi-Prop Mount (Grid System), and Forklift Headers. The company operates through partnerships with WHP Training Towers and UnHinged Walls for modular building solutions, and sells through GSA Advantage and NPPGov cooperative purchasing programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Conex Box Training Center (CBTC): Shipping container-based training structures for fire and law enforcement agencies, customizable with various props and evolutions
• Catalyst Force Entry Door
• MOD-X Series
• UnHinged Walls
• Blast Box
• Breaching & BBQ

Products and services

• Catalyst Force Entry Door (CFED) - Stand Alone Mobile, versatile re-breachable forcible entry training door with Flex Tech Jambs and marine-grade wood door that flexes realistically like a real residential or commercial door. Trainable both inward and outward with adjustable gap. Includes Crush Prop straps and can be mounted on wheel system for mobility. For fire departments, law enforcement, and federal agencies.
• Catalyst Force Entry Door (CFED) - Direct Mount Installation-based training door that mounts into any preexisting structure (wood frame, cinder block, CMU, concrete, Conex boxes, or Draeger flat plate). Trainable inward and outward with multiple width options (30", 32", or 36"). For fire departments, law enforcement, and federal agencies.
• Security Screen Door High-durability security screen door training prop with frictionless Heim Joint hinges and double wood block lock mechanism. Designed to sustain over 1,000+ evolutions. Fits on Catalyst Force Entry Doors and competitors' training doors. For fire departments and law enforcement.
• VES 3-in-1 Window Bar Prop Full VES (Vent-Enter-Search) window evolution prop supporting window pane/sash blowout, security bar cutting, frame prying, and body-weight entry/exit through window frame. For fire departments and law enforcement SWAT/tactical teams.
• Break & Rake Window Full window breaching evolution training prop for end-to-end scenarios including sash clearing, rebar security bar cutting and prying, frame removal, and entry/exit. Available with or without burglar bar configurations. For law enforcement tactical teams.
• Roll-Up Door Prop (RUD) Stand-alone, load-bearing system for repetitive training on roll-up door forcible entry methods. Quick-reset design for high-volume training. For fire departments and law enforcement.
• Roof Prop Multi-pitch residential roof training prop that cantilevers via manual winch to change roof angle. Can be mounted to Roll-Up Door struts or used independently as a 0-degree flat commercial roof. For fire departments.
• Commercial Cutting Door Stand-alone or mounted training door for teaching proper saw use when materials and structure eliminate the option for use of irons. For fire departments.
• Tactical Breacher Door Upgrade Wood consumable upgrade to the Catalyst Force Entry Door enabling shotgun, KBT (Knife-Based Technology), shape charge, or equivalent forcing techniques for law enforcement breaching training. For SWAT and tactical teams.
• Conex Box Training Centers (CBTC) Turnkey shipping container training structures available in 20ft and 40ft configurations. Fully customizable with multiple props including Catalyst Force Entry Doors, Security Screen Doors, VES Windows, Roll-Up Doors, Hinge Props, and Blast Walls. Can be configured for Fire or Law Enforcement training. For fire departments, law enforcement, and government agencies.
• Forcible Entry Trailer (FET) Custom-built mobile trailer for transporting, housing, and staging Forcible Entry products. Includes multiple Catalyst Force Entry Doors, Force Box, Roll-Up Door Prop, Commercial Cutting Door, VES Window, Hinge Prop, and storage compartments. For fire departments delivering training across multiple stations.
• Conex Box Training Center Tilt Bed Trailer Combo Mobile training center package combining Conex Box Training Center with tilt bed trailers for easy transport. Options include 20ft (10 Ton) and 40ft (35 Ton) configurations with Honda hydraulic power systems. For fire departments and law enforcement requiring portable training infrastructure.
• Baseball Swing Add-On Bolt-on prop for executing forcible entry evolution with Halligan spike. Affixes to Catalyst Force Entry Door jamb with easy 2-bolt installation. For fire departments.
• EOD Inward/Outward Swinging Door Add-On Explosive Ordnance Disposal training door add-on allowing mounting of real doors for explosive breaching training scenarios. For military EOD units and federal agencies.
• Window-to-Door VES Prop VES Window system that includes consumable wall for cutting window from sash to floor to create door-like opening for casualty extraction. Mounts into any door frame 36"+ wide or into Catalyst Force Entry Door frame. For fire departments performing rescue operations.
• UnHinged Walls Modular training wall system from partner company. Locks together to build shoot houses or search houses. Forcible Entry designed bracketing system for integration with Catalyst Force Entry Door - Stand Alone. For fire departments and law enforcement.
• Hinge Pulling/Cutting Prop Training prop for cutting and pulling hinges off commercial doors. Designed as a contingency for when saws fail and alternate strategies must be used. For fire departments.
• Wheel System Cantilevered wheel system for safe, easy transport of the Catalyst Force Entry Door. Allows conversion of stationary door into mobile training platform. Strategic wheel spacing for safe ramp loading and parking lot transport. For fire departments and law enforcement.
• Monster Base Plate Heavy-duty base plate with extension plates ensuring no skidding, scraping, sliding, or tipping during training with any tool. For fire departments and law enforcement.
• Multi-Prop Mount (Grid System) Grid-pattern mounting system that bolts to Stand Alone door jamb allowing multiple props (Hinge Pulling/Cutting, Through-the-Lock, Rebar Tree Arms, Lock Breaking/Cutting) to be added and removed easily. For fire departments and law enforcement.
• WHP Training Towers Partnership (MODx Series) Partnership with WHP Training Towers to provide Catalyst Force Entry Door, Roof Prop, and VES Window Props installed inside MODx Training Towers prior to delivery. Streamlined installation process allows customers to add Forcible Entry products to WHP orders and receive complete packages. For fire departments seeking complete training tower installations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25,000+ forcible entry evolutions on single door
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers21 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

Feature13 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• WHP Training TowerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduct partnership where Forcible Entry props (Catalyst Force Entry Door, Roof Prop, 4-Pane VES Window) are integrated into WHP MODx Training Towers prior to delivery. Streamlined installation process allows customers to add Forcible Entry products to WHP orders and receive complete packages. Featured at FDIC tradeshow demonstrating integration capabilities.
• HolmatrocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerHydraulic tool partnership. Forcible Entry doors showcase Holmatro tool capabilities throughout the nation. Shared vision focused on first responder improvement. Products demonstrated together at events, with Holmatro tools proving capabilities on Forcible Entry doors.
• UnHinged WallscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerModular wall system partnership where UnHinged walls lock together to build shoot houses and search houses. Forcible Entry customized VES/Break & Rake Windows in two sizes for installation into UnHinged walls. Bracketing system designed to mount Catalyst Force Entry Door - Stand Alone to UnHinged walls, enabling shoot house construction starting from the door.
• NPPGovcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational cooperative procurement organization providing publicly solicited contracts to government entities nationwide. Membership is free. Allows agencies to purchase Forcible Entry products using existing competitive contracts without individual RFP processes. Live contract support provided Monday-Friday 6am-5pm PST.
• Brass Shamrock TrainingstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFirefighter-owned training company in Seattle, WA area providing forcible entry, breaching, ventilation, search & RIC, heavy lift training. Utilizes fully equipped Forcible Entry Trailer. Operates in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and will travel. Owner Steve Reno has 20+ years with Firetown Training Specialists.
• Valkyrie Tactical SolutionsstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVeteran-owned company in Greenville, SC providing tactical breacher series, TECC, active shooter response, SWAT training to military, police, fire, EMS. Owner Thomas Tardo is 17-year Fire Service veteran and 82nd Airborne Division veteran with two combat deployments. Uses Forcible Entry products for tactical training.
• Hortons & HuntstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTraining and solutions company dedicated to education, tactics, and training for public service. Partners with Forcible Entry products and supports Fire Shows West events. Provides training that develops successful individuals, crews, and entire organizations within public service scope.
• Internal Certified TrainerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJimmy Alvarez (Capt., San Rafael Fire Department) and Jerry DiFilippi (Firefighter, Vacaville Fire Department) serve as certified trainers representing Forcible Entry at internal Breaching & BBQs, onsite events, offsite symposiums, and Conex Box Training Center onboarding tutorials.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• BullEx: Supplements physical props with digital fire training simulators (e.g., extinguisher training). Competes for the same fire-department training capex with adjacent (rather than identical) product delivery, increasingly relevant as departments modernize.
• Fire Facilities, Inc. Manufactures pre-engineered fire training towers, burn buildings, and props for fire departments. Competes for the same municipal/state fire training infrastructure budget with overlapping structural training product offerings.
• WHP Training Towers: Manufactures modular fire training towers and integrates Forcible Entry props (CFED, Roof Prop, VES Windows) into MODx Training Towers. Direct competitor and co-marketing partner in the same forcible-entry training infrastructure market.
• UnHinged Walls: Modular wall systems for building shoot houses and search houses; integrates with Catalyst Force Entry Door via custom bracketing. Direct competitor in modular training structures for law enforcement tactical training.

Broad incumbents

• Holmatro: Global rescue tool manufacturer (jaws of life, cutters, rams). Holmatro tools are demonstrated on Forcible Entry doors at conferences, making them both partner and adjacent competitor in the broader rescue/breaching ecosystem.
• Task Force Tips: Manufactures firefighting nozzles, foam equipment, and forcible entry tools. Operates broadly in the same first-responder equipment market with overlapping buyer relationships at fire departments.
• Dräger: Global safety/medical technology company. Dräger flat plate is referenced as a CFED Direct Mount compatibility surface, positioning Dräger as both potential partner and broader-incumbent competitor in fire service training.
• Paratech: Manufacturer of forcible entry tools (Halligans, axes, prying tools) and rescue equipment. Competitor for the same fire service procurement dollars at a tool vs. prop level.
• Hurst (Jaws of Life): Established manufacturer of rescue and extrication tools for fire/EMS markets. Larger incumbent serving overlapping first-responder customers with broader portfolio.

Regional players

• Brass Shamrock Training: Firefighter-owned training company in Seattle operating a fully equipped Forcible Entry Trailer across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana. Regional training services peer that uses Forcible Entry hardware as its primary product platform.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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