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Acorn Wire + Iron Works

Name: Acorn Wire + Iron Works
Address: 2415 W 21st Street, Chicago, IL, 60608, US
Telephone: (800) 552-2676
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acorn wire + iron works has set the standards for manufacturing security folding gates and wire mesh partitions for more than 100 years!

Since 1913, acorn wire + iron works has set the standards for manufacturing security folding gates and wire mesh partitions. While protecting sensitive areas, acorn gates and wire mesh partitions add a tough, extra level of security against loss prevention and damage. A leader in the industry, all acorn products are built to withstand the toughest use and are engineered to last the life of the building. We sell security products you can trust.

09/05/2026

One month until APTA 2026!

October 4-7 in Chicago. 12,000+ attendees, 800+ exhibitors, and the largest public transportation showcase in the world.

We will be at Booth 4607. Come meet the team and see our wire mesh partitions, portable folding gates, and other security and safety solutions built for stations, rail yards, maintenance shops, and storage areas.

American Public Transportation Association

09/01/2026

Restrict access. Keep full visibility.

Our 10-gauge Woven Wire Mesh Partitions stop unauthorized foot traffic, break-ins, and vandalism while letting you see every item and workstation inside. 1.5” diamond mesh, heavy frames, and custom sizes built for real industrial use.

As you can see here, keypad locks are an available option. That extra layer of security means no spare keys to track, faster entry for authorized staff, and one more barrier before anyone reaches your inventory or equipment.

We’ve installed these partitions across schools and campuses, transportation facilities, postal distribution centers, military bases, government facilities, high-security warehouses, retail and shopping malls, and co-location sites.

Made in America since 1913.

Need a quote fast? Visit acornwire.com or call 800-552-2676

08/22/2026

School starts next week!

But when the last bell rings and the hallways empty out, the building still needs protection.
That’s where our folding security gates come in.

They expand across the full width of the hallway, lock securely in place, and create a solid barrier that keeps unauthorized traffic out after hours. When the corridor needs to stay open, they fold back neatly and stay out of the way.

Our gates lock down hallways when the day ends. Because protecting students and faculty comes first.

08/17/2026

Visit us at APTA 2026!

Meet Acorn team members, learn about wire mesh partitions, portable folding gates and other security + safety solutions. Stay tuned for more information!

American Public Transportation Association
Booth #4607
October 4 - 7 | Chicago, IL

08/12/2026

Back-to-school season is here. The last thing any school needs is missing equipment, unlocked storage, or a scramble for space.

Our Expanded Metal Storage Units give schools a simple way to lock down gear while keeping everything visible and ventilated so fire systems can still do their job. Use them individually or link them for larger runs. Faculty, students, and staff get safer, more organized spaces they can actually see into. Setup is straightforward so you can reconfigure as needs change throughout the year.

Schools, athletic departments, facilities teams: if you’re looking at storage upgrades now that the school year is starting, these are worth a look.

08/06/2026

Chicago Public Schools open August 24th.

This month we’re showcasing our school safety solutions that keep hallways secure without slowing anyone down.

Our Bostwick folding gates have been protecting schools for decades. Expand them across the hallway when you need a solid barrier. Fold them cleanly out of the way when you don’t. Once students and staff head home, they deliver the extra layer of after-hours security the building needs.

We’re a direct Chicago Public Schools vendor. If your school, building, or facility needs better hallway or entry control this year, we’re ready to help.

08/03/2026

Chicago has been home for over 110 years.

Design, manufacturing, sales, and administrative functions are all performed at our 50,000 square-foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility right here in Chicago. We source steel from American suppliers and do not own or operate any manufacturing facilities, warehouses, or offices outside of the US.

Consistency and quality your business can trust when security matters.

07/27/2026

This custom woven wire mesh partition was installed in a high school to keep the stairwell truly off-limits. You can’t have eyes on every corridor all day, so physical protection becomes the quiet layer of safety that works around the clock.

Built from our standard-duty 10-gauge diamond mesh, these partitions deliver solid security without blocking light, airflow, or visibility. And because every school building is different, we fabricate each system to fit the space exactly. Notice how cleanly it works around the existing pipes? That’s the custom advantage.

Over 100 years of American-made protection, designed to keep people safe where supervision can’t always reach.

07/21/2026

The National School Safety Conference and Expo is underway in Orlando!

Our team is set up at Booth 200 and excited to show how our SMART Security Gates help protect school entrances, secure facilities, and control access.

If you’re attending, stop by and see the solutions in person. We’d love to meet you and talk about creating safer environments for students and staff.

SCHOOL SAFETY ADVOCACY COUNCIL

07/17/2026

Less than one week until the 2026 National School Safety Conference & Expo in Orlando!

We can’t wait to show you our SMART Security Gates along with our full range of safety solutions for schools, campuses, and facilities. From protecting entrances and controlling access to securing equipment and corridors, our American-made products help create safer environments.

Visit us at Booth 200 July 20-24 at the Omni ChampionsGate Resort.

SCHOOL SAFETY ADVOCACY COUNCIL

Address

2415 W 21st Street
Chicago, IL
60608

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(800) 552-2676

Website

https://acornwire.com/

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