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Tecfire USA
Legacy of Innovation and Product Excellence
Jorge de la Rosa Salas, Founder and CEOOver the past four decades, Tecfire has built a global reputation for delivering high-performance fire-rated glass solutions, with a presence in more than 50 countries across four continents. Serving over 4,000 clients and contributing to more than 5,000 awarded projects “representing nearly 3 million square feet of installed systems” Tecfires portfolio includes iconic sites such as the Louvre Museum and Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi, major airports across Europe and the Middle East, and corporate stores for brands like Apple, and European headquarters for Coca-Cola, and MasterCard. Today, Tecfire is making its mark in the United States, with projects at New York University, Florida State University, the University of Texas, hospitals in New Jersey, Indiana, and Hawaii, as well as numerous high schools, elementary schools, office buildings, and museums spanning from the East Coast to Los Angeles.
Tecfire offers a comprehensive range of systems, including doors, windows, custom glass solutions, aluminum framing systems, glass partitions, and stairwell panels. The company’s strength lies in both its broad portfolio and its meticulous craftsmanship. Unlike many competitors who rely on third-party components, Tecfire designs, tests, and certifies its systems entirely in-house—ensuring full compliance with international and local fire codes and delivering unmatched performance.
“At Tecfire, we empower architects and builders to create safer, more sustainable spaces by combining innovative fire-rated glass systems with cutting-edge design,” says Jeremy Zimmerman, Managing Director of Tecfire USA.
Among Tecfire’s most notable innovations is the world’s only fire-rated pivot door, offering an elegant, modern aesthetic without compromising life-saving functionality. In addition, Tecfire’s true aluminum framing systems give architects the aesthetic versatility they seek—with an array of finish options. While many manufacturers use steel frames clad in aluminum, Tecfire provides pure aluminum framing that is lighter, sleeker, and more refined.
At Tecfire USA, we empower architects and builders to create safer more sustainable spaces by combining innovative fire-rated glass systems with cutting-edge design
With both narrow and wide frame profiles available, designers have the freedom to choose minimalist, transparency-focused aesthetics or more traditional framing to complement existing architecture.
Beyond appearance, Tecfire is distinguished by its commitment to rigorous R&D, an industry-leading engineering team, and a highly customizable approach. The company tailors its solutions to each project, delivering both flexibility and innovation without compromise.
Jeremy Zimmerman, Managing DirectorBuilding a Reputation Through Exceptional Solutions
Since entering the North American market, Tecfire has quickly made its mark, contributing to a range of notable projects across New York, Florida, Texas, California, Hawaii, and beyond. What truly distinguishes Tecfire, however, is the caliber of solutions it delivers.
One of Tecfire’s first U.S. projects in the state of Florida at Florida State University’s College of Business in Tallahassee. Legacy Hall, the college’s new home, features a striking central atrium spanning the first three floors—a dynamic, light-filled space thoughtfully designed to foster connection among students, faculty, and visitors.
To ensure life safety without sacrificing architectural beauty, Tecfire provided a custom-designed fire-rated curtain wall system for the atrium. Utilizing its Steelfire STB80 series, Tecfire delivered a solution that protects the main stairwell while preserving the openness and transparency of the space. The system offers superior fire resistance and structural integrity—an ideal fit for a highly trafficked, visually prominent environment like Legacy Hall.
FSU’s Legacy Hall project showcasing Tecfire’s STB80 Curtain Wall System
This project is one of many where Tecfire’s engineers develop innovative solutions that harmonize design excellence with strict fire-rating requirements—safeguarding occupants in ways they may never even notice.
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We are just at the beginning and we are excited about what’s ahead. The more people we can protect, the better. We want to be recognized for more than just beautiful systems, we aim to be company that truly improves the way fire safety works in modern buildings
Tecfire’s offerings include both steelframed and true aluminum-framed systems, all tested and certified for up to two hours of fire resistance. Projects like Legacy Hall illustrate how Tecfire is redefining the role of fire-rated glazing, seamlessly integrating protection, aesthetics, and functionality to meet the demands of today’s most ambitious architectural designs.
Overcoming Industry Hurdles with Innovation
The North American market brings a unique set of challenges—ones that Tecfire is exceptionally prepared to meet.
First, building codes in the U.S. and Canada are highly complex and continually evolving. Many industry players struggle to keep pace. Tecfire, however, draws on decades of global expertise and a proactive approach to regulatory change. The company not only ensures its systems meet the latest standards but also educates architects, contractors, and other stakeholders on fire safety compliance—empowering them to make more informed decisions when specifying fire-rated solutions.
Second, there is a rising demand from both architects and glaziers for fire-rated systems that combine high performance with exceptional design. Architects rely on Tecfire for sleek, modern glazing solutions that maximize natural light while maintaining stringent fire safety standards. At the same time, glaziers value Tecfire products for their cost-effectiveness, ease of installation, and notably shorter lead times.
Clients have reported that Tecfire’s systems install 20 to 30 percent faster than competing products—with some projects completed in half the time compared to other brands. This dual appeal—to both specifiers and installers—gives Tecfire a distinct and powerful competitive advantage.
Real-World Impact and the Road Ahead
At Tecfire, innovation is more than a concept—it’s actively protecting people and places across North America.
In Indianapolis, Tecfire addressed a critical challenge: enclosing a basement stairwell to prevent fire and smoke from quickly ascending—a common and dangerous threat when fires originate on lower floors.
By surrounding the stairwell with firerated glass, Tecfire created a protective barrier that slows the spread of fire, buying crucial time for safe evacuation and first responder access—all while preserving the space’s visual openness and modern aesthetic.
This is more than just installation; it’s life-saving innovation, seamlessly integrated into cutting-edge design. With the strength of a global company and the agility of a startup, Tecfire USA is poised for significant growth.
Its next major step? Establishing manufacturing facilities in North America. This expansion will shorten lead times, enhance responsiveness to project demands, and allow Tecfire to better serve customers across the continent.
“We’re just getting started, and we’re excited about the future. The more people we can protect, the better,” says Jorge de la Rosa Salas, Founder and CEO of Tecfire. “We want to be known not just for beautiful systems, but for transforming the way fire safety is integrated into modern buildings.”
Certified Safety with a Designer’s Touch
What truly sets Tecfire apart is not just its advanced technology—but its unwavering approach. There are no shortcuts, no compromises—only rigorously engineered solutions designed to save lives while enhancing architectural vision.
As urban centers expand, sustainability takes center stage, and building codes become increasingly stringent, fire-rated glazing systems are playing a critical role in the design of commercial spaces—including hospitals, data centers, office towers, sports stadiums, universities, public schools, high-rise buildings, and airports.
In response to these evolving demands, Tecfire is continually redefining fire safety—offering solutions that not only meet industry standards but consistently exceed them. “We are committed to making a difference—and doing it the right way. For us, it’s not just about delivering exceptional products; it’s about building trust, delivering value, and forming lasting partnerships with our clients” says Zimmerman. “Our success is measured not just by the projects we complete, but by the relationships we cultivate and the impact we make on the safety and beauty of the built environment.”
