First Responder Shelters
Since 1963, Pelsue has built shelters for people who work in critical situations. From crime scene investigation to humanitarian disaster response, our rapid-deployment tents are engineered for the conditions first responders actually face — not adapted from general-purpose utility products.
Featured Product
Crime Scene Investigation Tent
Law Enforcement · Forensic Operations
Rapid-deployment shelter engineered specifically for crime scene operations. Chemical-resistant PVC-coated fabric withstands bleach decontamination. Vehicle anchoring system with Velcro flap retention keeps flaps clear of evidence. Double zipper roll-up door controls access and maintains chain of custody.
Chemical-resistant fabric
Double zipper door
Vehicle anchoring
Folded tent fits in vehicles
Standard Size: 8'×8'X8'
Weight: 47 lbs
Additional First Responder Shelter Products Coming
We are expanding our first responder shelter line to address additional operational scenarios across law enforcement, fire, and humanitarian response.
Contact us to discuss your agency's specific requirements — custom configurations are available now through our direct order process.
Who We Serve
Law Enforcement
Police · Sheriffs · State Patrol · Federal Agencies
Rapid-deployment shelters that protect crime scenes from weather, contamination, and unauthorized access while maintaining chain of custody throughout extended investigations. Chemical-resistant fabric withstands bleach decontamination between deployments.
- Outdoor crime scene investigation and evidence collection
- Forensic photography and processing stations
- Incident command post setup
- Victim shelter at active scenes
Fire & Rescue
Fire Departments · Search & Rescue · HAZMAT Teams
Fast-deploying shelter structures for incident support operations — from rehabilitation stations that keep crews ready to return to operations, to equipment staging and command coordination at complex multi-agency incidents.
- Crew rehabilitation and rest stations at extended incidents
- Equipment staging and SCBA management areas
- Triage and medical support staging
- Incident command post and briefing areas
Humanitarian Organizations
Red Cross · Disaster Relief NGOs · Aid Organizations
Pelsue has a long history with organizations like the Red Cross, providing rapid-deployment shelters for disaster response operations. Our tents are built for repeated deployment in unpredictable field conditions — fast to set up, easy to transport, and durable enough for extended use.
- Disaster relief shelter and distribution stations
- Temporary victim shelter at incident sites
- Aid worker staging and coordination
- Mass casualty and triage support areas
Emergency Management
EOC · County & State EM · FEMA Support
Scalable shelter solutions for multi-agency field coordination during declared emergencies and large-scale incidents. Multiple tents can be deployed together to create organized field operations zones across staging, logistics, and personnel areas.
- Field operations staging and logistics coordination
- Multi-agency incident command support
- Extended operations — overnight and multi-day incidents
- Media and public information staging areas
What We Build For
Rapid Deployment
Pop-up one-piece construction deploys in minutes without specialized tools. When response time matters, setup cannot be a bottleneck. All first responder shelters deploy by a single person in field conditions.
Chemical-Resistant Fabric
PVC-coated polyester fabric withstands 10% bleach solution decontamination between deployments — essential for crime scene and HAZMAT applications where cross-contamination is a concern.
All-Weather Durability
Incidents don't wait for good weather. First responder shelters are built to perform in rain, snow, wind, and extreme temperatures across extended operations — not just ideal conditions.
Custom Logos & Markings
Department logos, agency names, and scene identification markings applied to custom orders. Clearly marked shelters improve scene organization and inter-agency coordination at complex incidents.
Repeated Field Deployment
Reinforced frames and heavy-duty materials designed for repeated deployment — not occasional use. First responder shelters live in a vehicle or storage locker and need to perform reliably when called on.
Custom Sizes & Configurations
When standard configurations don't match operational requirements, we build to your specifications — different dimensions, multi-tent configurations, or purpose-built modifications for specific applications.
Ready to Equip Your Agency?
Whether you need the standard CSI Tent or a custom-configured shelter for a specific operational scenario, we'll work through your requirements before anything is ordered.