Business Details
31 Years
experience
Custom Architectural Building Solutions
Founded in 1995, American Products, Inc. (API) has established itself as a leading specialty manufacturer and supplier of architectural metals and building products for retail and commercial construction. Our 400,000-square-foot manufacturing campus in Tampa, FL, enables us to deliver high-quality materials with competitive pricing while maintaining strict quality control protocols. We specialize in custom color matching, product design, and value engineering to meet project-specific needs, ensuring alignment with design intent, budget, and timelines. Our fully integrated approach to complete storefront solutions positions us as a single-source supplier, offering engineering support, project management, and fabrication services. With a focus on innovation, we collaborate closely with architects, designers, and contractors to create visually impactful environments.Our national account program and reclamation services further enhance our ability to serve diverse client needs. We prioritize transparency, providing weekly project updates and direct communication channels to ensure seamless builds. Our expertise spans exterior and interior storefront systems, sun control solutions, railing systems, and custom metal fabrication. By maintaining control over production lines and working directly with clients, we eliminate intermediaries to deliver cost-effective, tailored solutions. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our rigorous finish approval process and adherence to industry standards.
Services
Custom Color Matching
Custom Product Design
Design Assistance
Project Management
Value Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in architectural metal fabrication since 1995
- Our Tampa, FL campus provides 400,000 sq ft of integrated manufacturing capabilities
- We provide value engineering services to optimize project budgets and timelines
- Our single-source supplier model eliminates intermediaries and reduces costs
- We maintain strict quality control with written finish approvals prior to production
Services
Custom Color Matching
Our custom color matching process guarantees precise hue and gloss level replication for architectural components. We compare client samples against thousands of in-house finishes or create custom formulations through our lab partnerships. The four-step approval process ensures color accuracy before production begins. This service supports branding consistency for retail storefronts, corporate headquarters, and hospitality projects requiring specific finish specifications.
Custom Product Design
We assist clients in developing prototypical drawings and creating custom materials for unique architectural applications. Our team provides design assistance, budgeting, and mock-up creation while maintaining functional requirements. The service combines fabrication techniques with material selection expertise to achieve both aesthetic goals and structural integrity within project constraints.
Project Management
Our project management team provides end-to-end support from material take-off to delivery coordination. We offer engineering assistance, shop drawing creation, and weekly status updates to ensure timely execution. The service includes lead time tracking, budget monitoring, and communication coordination between design teams and installation crews for seamless project completion.
Value Engineering
We analyze project blueprints to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising design intent. Our engineering team evaluates material selections, production methods, and code compliance requirements to propose alternative solutions. This service helps clients meet budget constraints while maintaining quality standards for commercial construction projects.
Design Assistance
Our design assistance service provides technical expertise for storefront and architectural metal component specification. We offer CAD support, detailing, and estimating services to complement client design teams. The service includes material selection guidance, finish recommendations, and integration of components like sun control systems and railing solutions into building designs.
Questions
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit card payments and offer terms based on credit application approval for approved accounts.
Do you provide project management services?
Yes, our team offers full project management including weekly updates, timeline tracking, and production coordination.
Can you match custom colors for architectural components?
Our four-step color matching process ensures precise finish replication with written approval before production begins.
What are your lead times for custom orders?
Lead times vary by scope complexity and production schedules, with specific timelines provided during the quoting process.
Do you offer international shipping options?
Yes, we can arrange international shipping upon request for overseas construction projects.
