Executive Summary – En-Fold® Retractable Roofing Systems
Uni-Systems, LLC – Minneapolis, MN
Overview
Uni-Systems, LLC is a U.S.-based engineering and fabrication company specializing in large-scale kinetic architecture. Founded in 1968, the company pioneered mechanized structures for clients such as NASA, Boeing, and major U.S. stadiums. Its flagship product, En-Fold®, is the world’s first and only pre-engineered, stadium-grade, retractable awning system designed for high-end commercial and luxury residential applications.

En-Fold uses the same award-winning, bi-axial tensile membrane technology employed in major stadium roofs but scaled for restaurants, hotels, entertainment venues, and upscale homes. With ~30 systems installed worldwide since 2012, En-Fold offers significant ROI and design elegance in a niche underserved by both off-the-shelf and custom awning systems.
Key Highlights
- Established Company: 50+ years in kinetic architecture and mechanization systems.
- Strong Financials: ~$3M annual revenue and ~$500K EBITDA.
- Global Installations: Projects across the U.S., UK, Colombia, Jamaica, and more.
- High ROI for Customers: Payback in 20–30 months; En-Fold systems generate new revenue from weatherproof outdoor spaces.
- Premium Product: Durable, wind-resistant (up to 90 mph), snow-load rated (30 psf), 25+ year design life.
En-Fold Differentiators
- Patent-Protected Innovation: U.S. Patent No. 8,800,214 B2 for its automated tensile system.
- Award-Winning: Recognized multiple times by the Industrial Fabrics Association International.
- Modular & Scalable: Configurable from 400 to 21,000+ sq. ft.; customizable to unique architecture.
- Low CapEx Model: Design, configuration, and assembly retained in-house; manufacturing and installation outsourced.
- Recurring Revenue: Parts, maintenance, and upgrades yield growing post-installation income streams.
Market Opportunity
Management estimates a multi-billion-dollar addressable market, with target verticals including:
- Restaurants, Hotels, Resorts, Casinos
- Luxury Residences & Senior Living
- Wineries, Marinas, Ski Resorts, Stadiums
- Industrial applications (e.g., energy, chemical sectors) remain untapped

The company has a database of over 4,000 architect, designer, and customer contacts. However, no active outbound marketing or trade show efforts are currently in place. Growth is driven entirely by inbound leads and referrals, offering massive upside for a buyer with sales infrastructure.
Ideal Buyer Profile
Uni-Systems seeks a strategic buyer with:
- Global sales & marketing reach
- Experience with high-end building products
- Presence in architecture, construction, or hospitality markets
Ownership & Transition
Founder Cyril Silberman, a seasoned inventor with 26 patents, is the sole owner and currently absentee (1–2 hours/week). The leadership team—including business development, design, and finance executives—is in place and committed to remaining through a transition.
Transaction Objective
To find a buyer who can unlock the full potential of En-Fold by scaling production, expanding into new geographies, and pursuing broader market verticals.
Contact:
Cyril Silberman, CEO / Founder
csilberman@uni-systems.com