Capability. Integration. Execution.
Vertically Integrated Manufacturer
In-house engineering, testing, and manufacturing under one roof.
Alaska Defense® designs, tests, and manufactures critical defense systems entirely in-house. This vertically integrated approach accelerates delivery, ensures quality, and eliminates reliance on fragmented supply chains and external dependencies.
Integrated Military Products
Complete, interoperable solutions designed for seamless integration.
Beyond military shelters and environmental control units (ECUs), Alaska Defense® produces fully integrated solutions that unify infrastructure, power, climate control, and operational platforms into cohesive command-and-control (C2) environments across all domains.
Mission-Ready Solutions
Built for speed, reliability, and operational certainty in extreme field conditions.
From expeditionary deployments to sustained operations, systems from Alaska Defense® are field-tested, combat-proven, and engineered to reduce risk while enabling faster, more reliable mission execution across diverse operational environments.
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The Most Advanced, Cost-Effective Military Shelter Systems
Explore advanced, cost-effective military shelter systems and mission-critical solutions from Alaska Defense®, engineered for rapid deployment, durability, and proven field performance.
Alaska Small Shelter System®
The only USAF-approved Small Shelter System
Alaska XP® Shelter System
Quick-erect military shelter systems
Alaska Medium Shelter System®
The USAF Medium Shelter System of choice
Containerized Hygiene Facilities
Shower and latrine facilities with private stalls
Turnkey Base Camps
Camp and FOB solutions, 50 to 10,000-Person
Alaska ECU®
25,000+ Military HVAC units deployed worldwide
Portable Detainee Facilities
Secure, scalable, and configurable spaces.
AKXTERRA®
Military trailer with built-in generator and ECU
Alaska SkyDome™ Enclosures
Fully retractable radar and equipment enclosures
Alaska TRACS™
The ultimate multispectral camouflage system
Medical Shelter Systems
Turnkey field hospitals and medical facilities
Light Towers / Light Carts
1 kW and 3 kW tactical lighting systems
Alaska Defense®, a division of AKS Industries®, is the global leader in integrated military systems and expeditionary infrastructure, with a field-tested and combat-proven track record unmatched in the defense industry. No other provider can match the scale, depth, and past performance delivered through a fully vertically integrated model:
- Over 37,000 military shelters produced
- Over 25,000 Alaska ECUs® (Environmental Control Units) delivered
- Deployed in 85+ countries worldwide
Alaska Defense® delivers one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of integrated military systems, including:
- Turnkey base camps (50 to 10,000 troops)
- Medical facilities and mobile field hospitals (level 1 to level 3)
- Tactical operations centers (TOCs, company to division level)
- Portable detainee and processing facilities
- Cold weather military shelters
- Radar enclosures and sensor protection systems
- Ultra-lightweight camouflage and multispectral concealment systems
- Containerized showers, latrines, laundries, BICON kitchen units with DFACs
- Military trailers and mission-specific work platforms
- Tactical light towers
- Military generators (15 kW to 320 kW)
Building on decades of environmental control expertise, Alaska Defense® now designs and manufactures custom military ECUs and ACUs ranging from 12,000 to 120,000 BTUs.
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Benefits of Purchasing from Alaska Defense®
- Vertically integrated, one-stop provider of integrated military systems
- End-to-end in-house engineering, testing, manufacturing, and integration
- Certified test reports for wind, snow, rain, and thermal performance
- Rapid deployment supported by 24-hour stockpile availability
- The fastest production timelines without third-party supply chain delays
- 350+ employees and over 375,000 square feet of manufacturing capacity
- Industry-leading production range and system scalability
- Structures from 6’ to 120’ wide, unlimited length configurations
- Integrated insulation, solar shading, and thermal management systems
- ACUs and ECUs ranging from 2.5-ton to 10-ton systems
- Integrated power generation and distribution architectures
- Containerized hygiene, life-support, and food service systems
- Complete troop support and sustainment packages
- Subject-matter experts for training and installation
- Low total life-cycle cost
- 10-year shelter and ECU warranty – the longest in the industry
- 100% Berry Compliant
Featured Systems, Capabilities, and Programs from Alaska Defense®
The Official U.S. Air Force Small Shelter System
The Alaska Small Shelter System® is the only military shelter successfully tested to meet all the requirements in the U.S. Air Force’s Operational Requirements Document (ORD). It is the official Small Shelter System for all USAF BEAR packages.
Portable Detainee Facilities
Portable detainee facilities from Alaska Defense® deliver a rapidly deployable, modular solution for temporary detention operations. Engineered for extreme durability and compliance, these shelters provide safe, humane care with flexible configurations for housing, medical care, visitation centers, and multiple administrative functions.
Custom Military ACU and ECU Manufacturing
Alaska Defense® leverages its expertise to offer custom design, engineering, and manufacturing of specialized military ACUs and ECUs. Tailored for rigorous military and government applications, these solutions feature modular designs and American-made quality to ensure unmatched performance in extreme environments.
SkyDome 19™
The SkyDome 19™ is a portable, heavy-duty radar or artillery enclosure. It is 19’ wide and capable of opening or closing in less than 2 minutes, providing superior protection from harsh conditions. SkyDome 26™ and 35™ coming soon.
BICON Kitchen Unit with DFAC
Alaska Defense® provides an expandable BICON kitchen and temperature-controlled dining facility for rapid deployment in remote environments. Fully functional in minutes, it ensures personnel receive nutritious, hot meals—boosting morale, readiness, and comfort even in challenging conditions.