About NYC Shanty

Our Story

Founded in 2013 to fill a critical gap in the construction industry, NYC Shanty set out to deliver a better solution for contractor sheds and shanties. Today we are proud to be the leading M/WBE certified supplier of all-metal knock-down shanties in New York City. Our units have powered safety and productivity on some of the biggest projects in NYC and beyond — from Hudson Yards and Pacific Park to JFK T8 and major NYC construction sites.

• The Original, All Metal, Knock-Down Shanty — 100% galvanized steel, no wood, no rot, no fire risk.
• Patented “Z-Lock” Panels— Lightweight, non-combustible, and tested to ASTM E072-02 and ASTM E 564-06 standards.
• Full NYC Code Compliance — Meets NYC Building Code 3303.16 and all FDNY requirements.
• Built Tough for NYC Crews — Designed by contractors for contractors; fast assembly with only two people, a ladder, and a screw gun.
• Fully Customizable — Sizes in 2-foot increments with doors and windows placed exactly where you need them.
• M/WBE Certified — Certified by NYC, PANYNJ, Empire State, and more.
• Reusable & Sustainable — Steel panels last project after project, reducing waste and long-term costs.
• Proven on Major Projects — Trusted on Hudson Yards, Central Park Tower, JFK T8 ($400M expansion), and many more.