B.I.C. Design Company, founded in 1974 by fire protection industry veterans Don Becker and Mahendra “Kumar” Sheth, is a family-owned business located in North Kansas City, Missouri. With over 45 years of experience, the company has become one of the most trusted independent fire sprinkler design firms in the United States. Its expert team boasts over 150 years of combined experience in the field, delivering top-quality design services across various types of facilities including military, government, municipal, retail, residential, industrial, educational, healthcare, and office buildings.
B.I.C. Design Company is committed to meeting the specific needs of its clients. This commitment is demonstrated through its comprehensive suite of fire protection consulting and design services including field surveys, hydraulic calculations, submittal packages, stock listing, and advanced 3D/BIM design and coordination.
The company has successfully completed over 10,000 projects, with capabilities that range from small renovations to large new constructions, covering spaces from 1,000 square feet to an impressive 1.5 million square feet. Additionally, B.I.C. specializes in unique hazard systems tailored to complex environments such as refineries, chemical plants, flammable liquids facilities, power plants, and aircraft hangars.
B.I.C. Design Company prides itself on its licensed engineers, who extend their expertise across nine states, allowing the firm to take on projects both nationally and internationally. This deep-rooted experience and commitment to high-quality designs make B.I.C. a leader in fire protection engineering.
