TuffWrap headquarters

Tuffwrap HISTORY

1999
First Interior Protection Job

Worked with roofer David/Randall Associates to protect a 40,000 sq. ft. picture frame manufacturer.

2000
1st Trade Show

Attended 1st trade show introducing Interior Protection concept to roofing contractors.

2002
Incorporation

After realizing the need for interior protection, formed TufWrap Systems, Inc. Later changed to TuffWrap® Installations, Inc.

2003
Services Expanded

Began providing services nationwide and in Canada. 

2004
1st C.O.R.E. Frameless Wall® Project

Major floor removal and renovation in print facility. Developed techniques to build a wall system without studs that could stand up to construction site demands. Major floor removal and renovation in print facility. 

2008
Anti-Static / Anti-Microbial Material

Began using anti-static and anti-microbial materials. 

2009
SmartSeam® Development / HQ Established

1st patent was applied for and began to develop a working panelized ceiling system.

Established current company headquarters in Harleysville, PA.

2011
1st Hybrid Wall™ Project

Major food manufacturer needed more than poly because fork truck movements of pallets damaged the wall system. Developed 4 ft. tall metal stud support system that was compact and cost efficient.

2012
SmartSeam® Evolution

Started process of seeking UL 723S classification. First two designs are tested but failed to pass.

2013
SmarSeam® Success

The third completed design passed the UL 723S test and SmartSeam® became UL classified for installation under sprinklers. In the fall the first SmartSeam® job took place at Samuel Adams, Allentown, PA.

2013
Machinery Refined / TuffWrap Dust Cap Developed

Developed and refined manufacturing techniques and machinery to manufacture SmartSeam and the TuffWrap unique dust cap. The manufacturing equipment was designed, developed, and built in-house.

2015
Pocket Doors & Hybrid Walls Developed

Developed and finalized the unique TuffWrap pocket door design.  Hybrid walls were also developed for areas with heavy foot traffic and equipment traffic involving TuffWrap proprietary bracing and TuffWrap proprietary food grade TuffPanels

2016
Company-wide Safety Program Implemented

Developed a company-wide safety program led by a degreed and accredited safety manager.

2016
US & Canada Based Project Mgr / Estimator Team Established

Added a dedicated US and Canada based Project Manager/Estimator team.

2018
Stringent Quality Control Process Implemented

Developed and implemented stringent Quality Control processes and documentation for the purpose of achieving code compliance.

2019
TuffWrap EXT® Development

Began developing TuffWrap temporary exterior walls (EXT).

2019
1st TuffWrap EXT® Job Completed

First EXT job completed replacing heat shrink materials and processes that were used in the past.  EXT offers two key advantages over heat shrink – There is no heat required to make the plastic tight (eliminating safety hazards associated with open flames on the construction site) and the EXT walls are constructed from reinforced polymer plastic sheet that is tear resistant.

2020
IBC Code Compliant

TuffWrap SmartSeam® receives International Building Code (IBC) compliance.

2020
TuffWrap® Expands to Canada

TuffWrap Canada ULC is established in the Province of Ontario.

2022
FM Approved

TuffWrap SmartSeam® receives FM Approval as a class 4652 material.

2023
SmartSeam® 10YR Anniversary

A Decade of Code-Compliant Protection. Celebrating SmartSeam® - 10 years, 50,000 rolls & 75 million sq. ft. of protection.

2024
TuffWrap® 25th Anniversary

1999-2024, Celebrating Silver. Going for Gold. Celebrating 25 Years of Keeping the Outide Out and the Inside Safe.

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Affiliations & Certifications

As a pioneer in the dust, debris, and construction containment industry, TuffWrap is committed to product and industry improvement. We are proud members of these industry organizations.