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Panel Specialists, Inc. (PSI) is a manufacturer of interior building products and furniture serving a variety of markets, including healthcare, K-12 education, college and university residential buildings, marine in addition to other commercial and institutional markets. Headquartered in Temple, Texas, PSI is a subsidiary of Markel Ventures, a Markel Corporation subsidiary headquartered in Glen Allen, Va.

History PSI began operations on April 1, 1990. Raymond Schiller, Hal Martin, along with private financier, Jim Wallis, purchased the laminated panel business serviced by the Specialty Products Division of the Ralph Wilson Plastics Company (now Wilsonart, LLC) in Temple, Texas. The laminated panels were the basis for two product lines that continue to be part of PSI’s offering today: 1. Wall Panel Systems for institutional and commercial interiors 2. Marine Wall Systems for ocean-going vessels and offshore oil rigs

PSI Wall Panel Systems are decorative, pre-cut, progressive and non-progressive panel based systems that come in a wide variety of styles, colors, finishes and sizes allowing interior designers and architects the flexibility to create visually appealing and functional interior spaces. Wall panels are traditionally used in commercial applications where aesthetics and durability are equally important.

Since 1990, PSI has continued to focus on new product development and establishing its presence in the interior environment in a variety of markets. In 1997, PSI entered into the college and university market providing furniture for residence halls through a partnership with another Temple, TX company, Southwest Contract. In 2007, PSI capitalized on their experience in manufacturing furniture, wall panel systems and educational casework to enter the healthcare market, furnishing custom casework, and patient headwalls. In 2009, PSI was acquired by Markel Ventures from the original owners.

Products PSI’s product offerings are divided into four distinct product lines that include Wall Panel Systems, Residential Life Furniture, Hospital Casework and Marine Wall Lining and Bulkhead Systems. PSI also produces a wide variety of components on an OEM basis for other industries.

Wall Panel Systems: PSI constructs wall panel systems using a variety of surface materials that are supported by a wide range of decorative molding and trim options, creating endless design possibilities for interior spaces. - Panel Surfaces -- High Pressure Laminates -- Wood Veneers -- Custom Laminate -- Metal Laminates -- Sustainable Surfaces -- Marker Board & Tack Board -- Resin Laminates

Residential Life Furniture: Through PSI’s partnership with Southwest Contract, PSI manufactures residential life furniture for colleges and universities across the United States with the mission of creating an environment within student housing that offers students flexibility, versatility, economical space/storage and safety in a home-like atmosphere. PSI designs functional, durable furniture that is designed to last.

Hospital Casework: PSI supplies high-quality custom medical casework, decorative wall panel solutions for patient headwalls, corridors and public areas and architectural millwork to numerous hospitals throughout Texas. PSI is an Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) QCP Premium Grade licensed manufacturer and also maintains certification from the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). From smaller regional hospitals to premier world-class medical facilities, PSI's financial health, strength and ability to be bonded on very large-scale projects make the company a preferred vendor of choice for many hospital development projects. In addition, PSI is endorsed by the Texas Hospital Association as a premier provider of products and services to Texas hospitals. PSI is also a member of Texas HealthSHARE, a subsidiary of Texas Hospital Association connecting Texas hospitals with trusted business partners.

Marine Panels: PSI offers wall panel systems for offshore installations and marine vessels that adhere to strict international standards for fire protection and heat transfer. PSI’s Marine Wall Panels contain a Fipro® core that offers superior fire protection onboard seagoing vessels and offshore platforms. These non-combustible boards offer safety as well as style in a variety of decorative and functional surface offerings, such as laminates, galvanized steel and stainless steel. PSI marine panels meet strict requirements of MED, USCG, Transport Canada, SOLAS and IMO.

Manufacturing and Facilities PSI uses state-of-the-art, large-scale manufacturing and handling equipment to fabricate wall panel systems, residential life furniture, marine products, healthcare casework and other component parts. In addition, PSI offers contract manufacturing services to a variety of industries to develop component parts or finished products. PSI has supplied components for elevator interiors, store fixtures, airline jet bridges and specialty furniture.

Manufacturing Capabilities Include: • Complete in-house engineering and design • Lamination of high pressure laminates (HPL) to composite board substrates • Cutting (Saws and CNC Routers) • Edge Profiling • Edge Banding (PVC and wood) • Drilling • Assembly • Packaging

Our Work PSI has installed its Wall Panel Systems in well over 1,000 schools in Texas.

With its partner Southwest Contract, PSI has provided over 1 million units of furniture to dorm rooms from coast to coast.

In 2014, PSI supplied over 800 headwalls and custom casework to the largest hospital built in the USA that year, the new Parkland Hospital in Dallas.

PSI was chosen because of its long history of total customer satisfaction across multiple markets, including K-12 education, healthcare, college and university buildings, marine and other commercial and institutional markets.

PSI works closely throughout every stage of a project to manage customer relationships by listening and understanding their clients’ needs to make their concept a reality. PSI has worked with many of the country’s most recognized architects, general contractors and project owners.

A Caring Company PSI continually strives to be good stewards of our community and our environment. In 2015, PSI was recognized by the US Builders Review for the company’s green initiatives. The company is compliant with many government mandates in addition to seeking its own certifications reflecting its commitment to enhancing the environment in which people live, learn, heal, work and play. PSI is California Air Resources Board (CARB) phase 2 compliant and FSC certified. PSI’s Wall Panel Systems product line includes panels fabricated from particle board with no added urea formaldehyde (NAUF). PSI abides by the ICC Code of Conduct which includes a provision related to the responsible sourcing of minerals.

PSI is involved in various recycling initiatives, including grinding its wood waste to be used as a component for absorbing contaminates in oil production, as well as converting its factory lighting systems to an energy-efficient fluorescent system.

As a member of the United States Green Building Council, PSI is capable of adhering to LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Standards using LEED-certified materials and providing documentation necessary to meet certification requirements when necessary.

Furthermore, PSI is a Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accredited Business since 2015, meeting BBB accreditation standards which include a commitment to customers and honest representation of its products and services.

Community PSI is committed to giving back to the community through volunteer work, sponsorships and donations. PSI works with local Parks and Recreation Departments, the American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity and holds numerous collection drives for local charities supporting children and families throughout the year.

PSI strives to improve the lives of local youth through a partnership with Temple Independent School District and the IChallengeU program. PSI supports the Temple Education Foundation and contributed to the interior construction of the Ralph Wilson Youth Club.

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