Merchants Metals is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of fence systems in the United States and offers a variety of services to residential, industrial and commercial customers. Its products line include ornamental steel and aluminum fence systems, access control products, gates, temporary fencing, card readers, and chain-link fabric, framework and accessories. The company maintains a staff of more than 2,500 employees and operates over 60 distribution centers in nearly 30 U.S. states. It offers products from several brands, including Door King, Apollo, Power Master, Chamberlain, EDI, National Loop, Securakey, Crest, Pelco, Aiphone and Ritron. Merchants Metals has been operational for more than 60 years and maintains a location in Statesville, N.C.