Our Story
Our Story
From Legacy to Leadership
Forge Fire isn’t just a manufacturer, we’re the continuation of a family legacy that began in 1985 and a mission that’s been sharpened by decades of fireground experience. What started as a small shop creating the first realistic training doors has grown into an industry leader redefining what’s possible for firefighter training.
Why it matters?
NFPA 1402 isn’t a suggestion, it’s the baseline for safe, effective fire training facility design. A structure that slips out of compliance isn’t just a liability, it’s a hazard. With Forge Fire, you never have to wonder if your training environment is safe, legal, and ready for inspection. Our NFPA Certified guarantee covers your build in its exact, real-world configuration, not just a generic blueprint.
our mission
we build the most realistic training environments in the industry.
our vision
we drive performance and operational excellence to save lives.
core values
innovate to dominate
We design exceptional solutions that own the market.
execute relentlessly
We’re not just talk. We build. We deliver. We finish.
extreme ownership
No excuses. Take responsibility. And fix it.
others over
ego
We win by making those around us better.
Built on Legacy, Driven by Innovation
The Forge Fire story begins with a legacy of craftsmanship and a vision for realism. What started in 1985 with the very first Alpha Door has evolved into a relentless mission to transform firefighter training. Today, we carry forward that foundation with a pioneering spirit, ensuring every product we deliver redefines what “realistic training” truly means.
Legacy of Innovation
- Born out of Fire Force (1985), one of the earliest companies to design training props specifically for firefighters
- Pioneered the first Alpha Door, introducing realism to forcible entry training
- Developed tool training props that set a new standard for hands-on practice
- Built on decades of frontline fire service experience brought directly into the design process
- Carried forward by Todd and Carie with the founding of Forge Fire in 2021
- Continued dedication to making training as real and effective as the fireground itself
Milestone Achievements
- Re-engineered the Alpha Door into today’s industry-standard forcible entry prop
- Released the APEX Roof Prop in 2022, establishing a new benchmark for ventilation training realism
- Designed and delivered the first custom modular Class A burn towers, built for both realism and scalability
- Introduced certification-first processes, making Forge Fire the first to NFPA 1402-certify at the design stage
- Began manufacturing entirely in-house in 2025, consolidating engineering, fabrication, and quality control
- Established a reputation as the industry pioneer of scalable modularity, leading the shift away from one-size-fits-all builds
Built for the Future
- Complete in-house operations allow faster innovation cycles and tighter quality control
- Commitment to continuous compliance certification so training structures evolve without losing NFPA 1402 status
- Focus on durability and realism that guarantees long-term return on investment for departments
- Ongoing development of new props, attachments, and modular expansions that integrate seamlessly
- Vision to push the limits of 100% customizable, scalable modular towers — training structures that grow with the fire service
- Dedicated to equipping departments nationwide with tools that prepare firefighters for the toughest calls