What exactly are we celebrating?

We are raising a glass to the durable, flexible, and completely waterproof connections that quietly hold our world together. National Keder Day is all about recognizing the heavy-duty tech that keeps temporary structures standing tall, marine vessels tightly protected, and large-format print graphics looking perfectly crisp and beautifully displayed.

Born Out of Necessity

Before Keder Solutions® became a global supplier, our founders were on the other side of the industry. Our President, Keith, “Keder Keith™“, who also serves as the VP of Frontline Commercial Real Estate, and John, the CEO of Frontline, first worked together at Karl’s Event Rental, a business started by John’s father. While managing massive tent and event setups, they hit a reoccurring roadblock: they couldn’t find a reliable, easily accessible source for top-tier keder.

Recognizing the massive gap in the market, John and Keith teamed up to solve the problem themselves. With John deeply invested in the vision and Keith leading the charge, they founded Keder Solutions® to ensure industrial, event, and marine professionals would always have access to the reliable products you trust today.

The Story Behind the Date for National Keder Day

When it came time to pick a date to honor this incredible technology and the community built around it, July 12th was the unmistakable choice.

For our founders, July 12th is a date that represents profound milestones and new beginnings for both families. It is the birthday of John’s beloved daughter, who was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome. By celebrating on this day, National Keder Day becomes more than just a nod to industrial engineering; it connects our corporate history directly to the families, partnerships, and personal stories that built this company from the ground up.

National Keder Day and Keder Keith were born. From the early days onward, Keder Solutions® has been dedicated to manufacturing top-tier, reliable products that professionals trust all over the world.

This year, a percentage of all sales, in the month of July, will be donated to the FAST Foundation.

We are raising a glass to the durable, flexible, and completely waterproof connections that quietly hold our world together. National Keder Day is all about recognizing the heavy-duty tech that keeps temporary structures standing tall, marine vessels tightly protected, and large-format print graphics looking perfectly crisp and beautifully displayed.

Before Keder Solutions® became a global supplier, our founders were on the other side of the industry. Our President, Keith, “Keder Keith™“, who also serves as the VP of Frontline Commercial Real Estate, and John, the CEO of Frontline, first worked together at Karl’s Event Rental, a business started by John’s father. While managing massive tent and event setups, they hit a reoccurring roadblock: they couldn’t find a reliable, easily accessible source for top-tier keder.

Recognizing the massive gap in the market, John and Keith teamed up to solve the problem themselves. With John deeply invested in the vision and Keith leading the charge, they founded Keder Solutions® to ensure industrial, event, and marine professionals would always have access to the reliable products you trust today.

When it came time to pick a date to honor this incredible technology and the community built around it, July 12th was the unmistakable choice.

For our founders, July 12th is a date that represents profound milestones and new beginnings for both families. It is the birthday of John’s beloved daughter, who was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome. By celebrating on this day, National Keder Day becomes more than just a nod to industrial engineering; it connects our corporate history directly to the families, partnerships, and personal stories that built this company from the ground up.

National Keder Day and Keder Keith were born. From the early days onward, Keder Solutions® has been dedicated to manufacturing top-tier, reliable products that professionals trust all over the world.

This year, a percentage of all sales, in the month of July, will be donated to the FAST Foundation.

One Product, Infinite Uses: Keder Across Industries

  • Tent & Event Rental 

    Forms the ultimate weather-tight, wind-resistant seal between fabric panels on massive commercial tents and wedding structures.

  • Awning & Shade

    Slides perfectly into metal extrusions to create taut, flawless, wrinkle-free shade sails and commercial awnings.

  • Large Format Print

    Acts as the hidden backbone for massive architectural facades and soft-signage banners wrapped around skyscrapers

  • Marine & Canvas 

    Outfits custom marine decks and shields luxury vessels from harsh saltwater, wind, and rain.

  • Industrial & Engineering
    Seals heavy-duty environmental containment zones, construction enclosures, and structural engineering projects.

Meet Keder Keith™:

Say hello to our favorite resident expert, Keder Keith! He’s our hard-working, problem-solving, office-running chief mascot who ensures every single roll of keder meets the highest standards. At Keder Solutions®, we like his style!

You’ll see Keith popping up all over our site and social channels to give you tips, cheer on your contest submissions, and show you how to tackle tough jobs.

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On the Move!


Hard at work.

The National Keder Day Contest

Look around your job site, your workshop, or your latest event setup right now… see the keder? It could win you amazing prizes; including, gift cards, Yeti products, and more.

To celebrate National Keder Day on July 12th, we are launching an interactive video and photo contest to showcase the incredible, diverse locations and industries where our high-quality keder products are put to work. Whether you’re a one-off DIY purchaser, managing massive commercial tents, or executing a brilliant industrial build, we want to see how you pull it all together!

Quick Tip: Opening this page on a mobile device? Just click the upload link to record and submit a quick 30-second video or upload a photo directly from your camera roll or live on your job site!

Scan the QR Code to Enter

National Keder Day

How to Enter 

  • Grab your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

  • Click our secure video upload link (powered by Videospan) or scan the QR code.

  • Record or upload a short video or picture showing your active job site, your project, and exactly how you are using Keder Solutions® products.

  • Fill out the quick identifying form with your First Name, Last Name, Email Address, and Company (Organization) Name so we can contact you when you win!

The Official Rules

  • Deadline: All submissions must be received by the end of the day on July 10th.

  • Limit: Strictly one (1) entry per project. You can enter as many projects as you would like.

  • Eligibility: Open to all active and past Keder Solutions® customers.

  • First submission gets an automatic $100 gift card. Submission must be relevant to the contest.

  • The Fine Print: Submitting your photo or video means you approve its use for marketing purposes by Keder Solutions® and its subsidiaries. Keep an eye on our social media channels, as some awesome submissions might be shared prior to July 12th!

Winner Selection & Prizes

  • The Creative Picks: The Keder Solutions® Marketing Team and interns will select the most unique, creative, and impressive submissions. The winning projects will be announced and featured throughout the week of July 12th across our social media platforms. Submissions will earn an automatic prize, with the chance for a grand prize.

  • The Grand Prize Draw: Don’t worry if you miss out on the Grand Prize. ALL entries will automatically be entered into a prize drawing for premium prizes on July 14, 2026.

  • Delivery: Prizes will be delivered following the winner claiming the prize. Prizes can be claimed throughout the month of July, 2026 and will not be honored if claimed after July 31, 2026.

  • Prizes Include: We are giving away some amazing prizes for those who participate this year. We have $100 Apple Gift Cards, $100 Amazon Gift Cards, a JBL Flip 7 Speaker, Half Gallon Yeti Jugs, 35 oz. Yeti Mugs with straws, Golf Accessories packages, and the grand prize of a Yeti Roadie 32 Wheeled Cooler and 1 Half Gallon Yeti Jug (Valued at $375.00).

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