Modernfold, Inc.
- Founded
- 1925-01-01 in New Castle, Indiana, USA
- Headquarters
- New Castle, Indiana, USA
Modernfold, Inc. is a leading North American manufacturer of movable walls, operable partitions, glass wall systems, and accordion doors, providing flexible space division and acoustical control solutions for commercial, hospitality, education, and entertainment venues. Founded in 1925 in New Castle, Indiana, the company evolved from residential accordion door systems into a full-spectrum provider of custom-engineered interior architecture products. Now a subsidiary of dormakaba Group, a Swiss-based global access and security solutions company with operations in over 130 countries, Modernfold’s product lines—including the flagship Acousti-Seal® operable partition systems—enable clients to dynamically reconfigure spaces while maintaining sound isolation and aesthetic continuity. The company supports its products with factory-direct project management, design consultation, and servicing for all brands of operable partitions. Notable large-scale projects include the BMO Centre in Calgary (323 panels) and the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center (over 1,000 panels), showcasing Modernfold’s precision engineering and cradle-to-grave support. With nearly a century of innovation and a commitment to sustainability and safety, Modernfold remains a preferred partner for convention centers, hotels, and educational institutions.
Detailed Review
History and Founding
Modernfold, Inc. began in 1925 in New Castle, Indiana, initially supplying accordion door systems for residential applications. Over the next century, the company became the predominant movable wall manufacturer in North America, expanding from simple residential products into highly engineered commercial operable partitions and glass wall systems.
Business Model and Products
Modernfold offers four main product categories: Operable Partition Systems (Acousti-Seal®) – custom, continuously hinged or single-panel walls allowing multiple room configurations with superior sound control; Glass Wall Systems – five distinct movable glass partition designs that maximize natural light and visual openness; Accordion Doors – foldable partition walls for lighter-duty applications; and Options and Accessories – customizable additions such as window cutouts, moldings, barn door sliders, and telescoping sliders. The company also operates a dedicated service division that provides technicians to service all brands of operable partitions nationwide, and a Major Projects team offering factory-direct design consultation, engineering, production, and installation for large-scale venues.
Market Position and Notable Projects
Modernfold is a wholly owned subsidiary of dormakaba Group, a global access and security solutions provider listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. This affiliation gives Modernfold access to extensive R&D capabilities and a global distribution network. The company has completed major projects such as the BMO Centre in Calgary (323 panels) and the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center in Chula Vista, California (over 1,000 panels). These projects required deep collaboration with structural engineers, acousticians, and interior designers, demonstrating Modernfold's ability to handle complex, large-scale installations.
Sustainability and Compliance
Modernfold’s product lines contribute to LEED certification credits, especially in indoor environmental quality and energy performance. Its manufacturing facilities adhere to environmental, energy, and human rights regulations, including compliance with California's Title 24 energy code. The company emphasizes sustainable manufacturing processes and safety standards.
Leadership and Corporate Structure
No C-level executives could be confirmed for Modernfold, Inc. from any public source. Given that Modernfold is a subsidiary of dormakaba Group, executive roles may be held within the parent company’s structure or not publicly listed for the subsidiary. The company’s operations are centered in New Castle, Indiana, with an estimated workforce of approximately 89 people based on an SBA Paycheck Protection Program loan that supported that many jobs, though current headcount is not publicly confirmed.
Recent Developments and Strategy
Modernfold continues to focus on innovation in movable wall technology, particularly in acoustics and glass wall systems. The Major Projects team remains a key differentiator, providing factory-direct support for large-scale venues where precision engineering and cradle-to-grave service are critical. The company also services all brands of operable partitions, positioning itself as a comprehensive provider in the space division market.
Key Products
Acousti-Seal® Operable Partition Systems
Custom, continuously hinged and single-panel movable walls offering superior acoustical control and flexible room configurations. Four distinct system types available.
Glass Wall Systems
Five movable glass partition systems that enhance natural light and visual openness for corporate, retail, education, and entertainment spaces.
Accordion Doors
Foldable partition walls with moderate sound control, ideal for applications where style and value are prioritized.
Options & Accessories
Customizable additions such as window cutouts, moldings, spinner panels, barn door sliders, telescoping sliders, sloped floor/riser adaptations, and locking expandable closures.
Operable Partition Service
Factory-trained technicians who service Modernfold and all other brands of operable partitions nationwide.
Major Projects Team
Direct factory support for large-scale projects (convention centers, hotels, resorts) including design consultation, engineering, production, and installation.