Nordson
- Company typePublic
- Founded1954
- HeadquartersWestlake, United States
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Nordson firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Nordson
- Legal name
- Nordson Corporation
- Website
- https://nordson.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1954
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Nordson industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Precision Equipment
- NAICS
- Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)
- SIC
- Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Capping, Sealing & Closing Machines (IMAHAOAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Filling & Dosing Equipment (Liquid, Powder, Aseptic) (IMALAOAB), Filling & Dosing Machines (Liquid/Powder/Solid) (IMAHAOAF)
Keywords
Where Nordson is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Westlake
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices6 records
Markets served
Nordson business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Capital Equipment Sales: Sale of fully-integrated precision manufacturing equipment systems across Nordson's divisions (dispensing systems, coating equipment, polymer processing systems, test and inspection systems, medical fluid management equipment). Revenue recognized at point of sale or shipment, with backlog (~$600M entering FY2026, up 5% YoY) providing forward visibility. Q2 FY2026 sales reached $741M, up 8% YoY.
- Aftermarket Parts, Consumables, and Service: Recurring revenue stream from aftermarket parts, consumables (syringe barrels, dispense tips, cartridges, solder paste, thermal interface materials, hot melt consumables, etc.), and services that complement the installed base of Nordson equipment. The business model explicitly combines capital equipment sales with recurring aftermarket revenue designed to support resilient margins.
- Application Engineering and Custom Solutions: Project-based revenue from custom-engineered precision dispensing solutions (e.g., panel-level packaging underfill systems developed for Powertech Technology) and from application development partnerships in semiconductor advanced packaging, polymer processing, and medical fluid management.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Quote-based enterprise pricing for capital equipment and engineered systems; aftermarket parts/consumables sold per unit. |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels8 records
Nordson product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Nordson designs, manufactures, and services precision engineering equipment for industrial fluid dispensing, coating, testing and inspection, polymer processing, and medical fluid management. Its offering spans fully-integrated capital equipment systems (dispensing platforms, AOI/X-ray inspection, polymer extrusion and melt filtration, hot melt adhesive systems, powder and liquid coating), complemented by aftermarket parts and consumables (dispense tips, syringe barrels, solder paste, hot melt consumables, thermal interface materials) and recurring service revenue.
Product overview
Nordson Corporation operates as a precision technology platform organized across 11 product-focused divisions that together deliver fully-integrated systems, after-market parts, and consumables. Its divisions are: Nordson Adhesive Dispensing Systems (hot melt machines and adhesive dispensing systems), Nordson EFD/Engineered Fluid Dispensing (precision fluid dispensers, automated dispensing systems, jet valves, syringe barrels, two-component dispensers, volumetric systems, solder paste), Nordson Electronics Solutions (precision fluid dispensing, plasma treatment, selective soldering, conformal coating for PCBs), Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions (manual and automatic powder coating, liquid spray equipment, container coating, automotive and eMobility solutions), Nordson Measurement & Control, Nordson Medical (medical balloons, custom tubing, fluid management components), Nordson Packaging (adhesive application systems for packaging), Nordson Polymer Processing Systems (extrusion and coextrusion dies, fluid coating systems, screen changers, melt pumps, pelletizers, polymer valves, jet cleaners), Nordson Precision Agriculture (acquired ARAG Group and CapstanAG for spraying equipment and PWM technology), Nordson Product Assembly (precision hot melt adhesive and sealant dispensing), and Nordson Test & Inspection (acoustic inspection, AOI, automated X-ray metrology, autonomous X-ray inspection, bond testing, manual X-ray inspection, X-ray component counting, WaferSense SEMI metrology sensors, MRS technology). Named flagship products include the SQ3000 AOI systems with AI2 technology, ASYMTEK Vantage dispensing system with IntelliJet jet valves, PICO Nexs Jetting System, Ultimus V and UltimusPlus fluid dispensers, and the PROX/GVPlus 3-axis fluid dispensing families.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Nordson EFD (Engineered Fluid Dispensing): Engineered fluid dispensing equipment to apply fluids in assembly processes, as well as single-use components.
- Nordson Electronics Solutions
- Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions
- Nordson Adhesive Dispensing Systems
- Nordson Polymer Processing Systems
- Nordson Test & Inspection
- Nordson Medical
- Nordson Precision Agriculture
- Nordson Measurement & Control
- Nordson Packaging
- Nordson Product Assembly
- CapstanAG
- ASYMTEK
Products and services
- SQ3000 Multi-Function AOI System Automated optical inspection system featuring AI-integrated inspection, MRS (Multi-Reflection Suppression) technology, and AI2 (Autonomous Image Interpretation) technology for high-volume electronics assembly inspection and defect detection on PCBs. Variants include SQ3000 for standard assemblies and SQ3000-X for large-format assemblies.
- Eagle AI Inspection Platform AI/ML platform using unsupervised learning to detect novel microscopic defects in semiconductor manufacturing that customers may not know exist, minimizing reliance on skilled labor and reducing false rejections; integrated with the SQ3000 Multi-Function System.
- ASYMTEK Vantage Dispensing System High-yield fluid dispensing platform configured with IntelliJet jet valves, designed for advanced semiconductor packaging applications including panel-level packaging and wafer-level packaging operations including underfill and encapsulation.
- PICO Nexs Jetting System Ethernet-enabled precision dispensing platform using piezoelectric jetting technology for sub-microliter applications in microelectronics, medical devices, and laboratory automation.
- PROX and GVPlus 3-Axis Fluid Dispensing Systems Latest 3-axis fluid dispensing systems within the PROX and GVPlus families featuring advanced linear motors achieving accuracy of ±0.003 mm for automated high-precision industrial dispensing applications.
- UltimusPlus Network-Capable Dispenser Network-capable fluid dispenser designed to boost operational effectiveness in smart factory / Industry 4.0 settings, supporting IoT-enabled monitoring.
- Ultimus V Fluid Dispenser Precision fluid dispenser used together with pre-mixed frozen syringe packaging to deliver consistent, bubble-free dispensing of two-part epoxies within a limited working life for medical device encapsulation and other precision applications.
- WaferSense SEMI Metrology Sensors Family of registered trademark SEMI metrology sensors used inside semiconductor process chambers for in-situ measurement, leveling, and gapping, enabling precise tool setup and process control without breaking vacuum.
- MRS (Multi-Reflection Suppression) Sensor Technology Registered trademark sensor technology that suppresses reflections on shiny surfaces to enable clearer image capture in optical inspection systems; integrated into Nordson SQ3000 AOI platforms.
- Nordson BKG Continuous Melt Filtration Continuous polymer melt filtration system that eliminates downtime from screen changes, enabling uninterrupted film quality in polymer extrusion operations for blown film and cast film producers.
- Plasma Treatment Solutions Plasma treatment technologies for surface preparation in advanced packaging processes, including underfilling and other electronics assembly applications.
- Nordson Test & Inspection Systems (X-ray, AOI, Acoustic) Division providing X-ray inspection, acoustic inspection, optical inspection, automated X-ray metrology (AXI), autonomous X-ray inspection, bond and materials testing, manual X-ray inspection, X-ray component counting, and WaferSense SEMI metrology sensors for electronics and semiconductor customers.
- AltaBlue Series Hot Melt Adhesive Coating Machine New series of hot melt adhesive automatic coating machines launched by Nordson in January 2026 to expand the hot melt equipment portfolio for high-speed production lines.
- Nordson Adhesive Dispensing Systems Division providing hot melt machines and adhesive dispensing systems to apply adhesives, coatings, and sealants across packaging, product assembly, and industrial applications.
- Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions Division supplying manual and automatic powder coating equipment, powder coating booths, liquid spray equipment, container coating systems, automotive dispensing solutions, eMobility and battery production solutions, and 1K/2K dispensing systems.
- Nordson EFD Precision Fluid Dispensing Products Engineered fluid dispensing equipment and single-use consumables including automated dispensing systems, benchtop fluid dispensers, dispense valve systems, jetting valve systems, Optimum dispense tips and needles, Optimum syringe barrels and cartridges, solder paste and thermal interface materials (TIM), two-component (2K) dispensing products, volumetric systems, and animal health disposable dosing syringes.
- Nordson Polymer Processing Systems Systems for processing thermoplastics including extrusion and coextrusion dies, coextrusion feedblocks, fluid coating systems, screen changers (melt filters), melt pumps (gear pumps), pelletizing systems, polymer valves, and jet cleaners.
- Nordson Medical Components Medical equipment manufacturing including medical balloons, custom tubing, fluid management components, biomaterial delivery devices, and catheters for medical device OEMs.
- Nordson Measurement & Control Solutions Measurement equipment for moisture and sugars in foods and for dimensions of metal, cable, and other industrial measurement applications.
- Nordson Precision Agriculture Systems Precision agriculture technology for spraying equipment, sensors, control systems, pumps, and parts, including pulse width modulation (PWM) technology from CapstanAG and ARAG Group for variable-rate liquid distribution.
- IntelliJet Jet Valves High-precision jet valves paired with the ASYMTEK Vantage dispensing system to support high-yield fluid dispensing for semiconductor underfilling and other advanced packaging processes.
- Panel-Level Packaging Underfill Solution Custom panel-level packaging underfill solution developed by Nordson Electronics Solutions for Powertech Technology, Inc., achieving yields greater than 99% during semiconductor manufacturing.
Quantifiable outcome
- Q2 FY2026 sales of $741M, up 8% YoY (record); adjusted EPS $2.86 (record, 18% increase)
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Companies that use Nordson
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Nordson technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
AI capability7 records
Feature10 records
Nordson partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Quiptech MexicocoreNordson Test & Inspection announced a strategic partnership with Quiptech Mexico on May 1, 2026 to expand market presence in test, inspection and metrology across Mexico. Quiptech Mexico serves as a regional channel partner extending Nordson Test & Inspection's reach into Mexican electronics and industrial customers.
- DataLasecoreDataLase announced a product collaboration with Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions (ICS) to develop sustainable spray-applied laser marking solutions for bottles and containers, combining DataLase's laser-reactive coatings with Nordson's precision spray technology. The system applies a thin laser-reactive coating via Nordson's equipment, enabling permanent high-contrast images directly on packaging at production-line speeds and replacing traditional pre-printed labels. Technology demonstrated at Metpack in Essen, Germany in May 2026.
- Master BondminorMaster Bond and Nordson EFD collaborated on a case study addressing the manufacturing challenges of wearable medical sensors, specifically focusing on epoxy encapsulation and precision dispensing technology. Master Bond's EP21LSCL-2Med two-component epoxy was selected for its low-temperature curing, non-cytotoxicity rating, and low viscosity properties, while Nordson EFD's Ultimus V fluid dispenser and pre-mixed frozen syringe packaging ensured consistent, bubble-free dispensing within the epoxy's limited 6-8 hour working life.
- CE3ScoreCE3S announced a distribution partnership with Nordson EFD to deliver advanced fluid dispensing solutions. Through the agreement, CE3S customers gain access to Nordson EFD's full product lineup, including precision dispensing valves, syringe systems, benchtop dispensers, and accessories. The partnership targets electronics assembly, medical device manufacturing, and automotive production customers across North America.
- SikacoreNordson entered a strategic partnership with Sika in January 2025 for advanced adhesive dispensing solutions, combining Nordson's precision dispensing platforms with Sika's adhesive technologies to deliver integrated customer solutions.
Scale indicators10 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Nordson competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Graco Inc. Graco is a direct peer in fluid management, fluid dispensing, and spray equipment for industrial, contractor, and process applications. Its core product lines in industrial spray, lubrication, and protective coatings directly overlap with Nordson's EFD, Industrial Coating Solutions, and Adhesive Dispensing Systems divisions, competing for similar OEM and end-user customers.
- IDEX Corporation: IDEX is a direct peer in precision fluidics, dispensing, pumps, and engineered industrial technologies. IDEX's dispensing and precision components overlap with Nordson's EFD and Adhesive Dispensing offerings, and IDEX's health and science segment competes with Nordson Medical in fluid management components.
- Ametek Inc. Ametek manufactures electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with strong positions in measurement, inspection, and process control. Ametek's Electronic Instruments Group and precision motion products overlap with Nordson Test & Inspection (SQ3000, WaferSense) and Measurement & Control divisions.
- MKS Instruments: MKS Instruments provides instruments, subsystems, and process control solutions for semiconductor and advanced electronics manufacturing. MKS's Photonics, Vacuum & Analysis, and Light & Motion divisions directly compete with Nordson's Test & Inspection and WaferSense SEMI metrology offerings for in-situ semiconductor process control.
- Onto Innovation: Onto Innovation is a direct competitor in semiconductor inspection and metrology, providing optical, X-ray, and software-based process control. Onto's advanced packaging inspection solutions compete head-to-head with Nordson's SQ3000 Multi-Function System and Eagle AI platform for the same advanced packaging customers.
Broad incumbents
- Illinois Tool Works (ITW): ITW is a broad diversified industrial manufacturer with multiple precision equipment and consumables businesses. While ITW's portfolio spans automotive, food equipment, construction products, and polymers, segments like ITW Engineered Components, ITW Dyneon, and ITW Pro Brands compete with Nordson in polymer processing, adhesives, and surface treatment solutions.
- Dover Corporation: Dover is a diversified industrial manufacturer with pumping solutions, fluid handling, refrigeration, and imaging/identification segments. Dover's Pump & Process Solutions and Engineered Products overlap with Nordson's polymer processing, packaging, and measurement & control businesses, serving similar industrial customers.
- Roper Technologies: Roper is a diversified technology company with a portfolio of application-specific software and engineered products serving test & measurement, industrial, and medical markets. Roper's engineered products segment (including industrial measurement, semiconductor process control) competes broadly with Nordson Test & Inspection and Measurement & Control.
Emerging players
- Teradyne: Teradyne is primarily known for semiconductor test equipment but its Industrial Automation group (Universal Robots, MiR) and emerging inspection activities intersect with Nordson's Test & Inspection and Electronics Solutions businesses in electronics manufacturing automation.
- ATS Corporation: ATS Corporation provides automated manufacturing systems and custom automation solutions for life sciences, food & beverage, and industrial customers. While ATS focuses on full custom automation lines rather than precision dispensers, it competes for similar capital budgets in medical device, packaging, and electronics manufacturing customers served by Nordson.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Nordson leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles11 records
Nordson subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries14 records
Nordson funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors
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Nordson M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A40 records
Investments1 record
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Frequently asked questions about Nordson
What does Nordson do?
Nordson designs, manufactures, and services precision engineering equipment for industrial fluid dispensing, coating, testing and inspection, polymer processing, and medical fluid management. Its offering spans fully-integrated capital equipment systems (dispensing platforms, AOI/X-ray inspection, polymer extrusion and melt filtration, hot melt adhesive systems, powder and liquid coating), complemented by aftermarket parts and consumables (dispense tips, syringe barrels, solder paste, hot melt consumables, thermal interface materials) and recurring service revenue.
Is Nordson a public or private company?
Nordson is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Nordson founded?
Nordson was founded in 1954. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Nordson based?
Nordson is headquartered in Westlake, United States, in the North America region.
How does Nordson make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Capital Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are aftermarket Parts, Consumables, and Service and application Engineering and Custom Solutions.
Who are Nordson's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Graco Inc., IDEX Corporation, Ametek Inc., MKS Instruments and Onto Innovation. Broad incumbents are Illinois Tool Works (ITW), Dover Corporation and Roper Technologies. Emerging players are Teradyne and ATS Corporation.
Does Nordson have an API?
No public API is recorded for Nordson.
What industry is Nordson in?
Nordson's product category is Industrial Precision Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAOAG, Capping, Sealing & Closing Machines, with a secondary code of IMALAOAB, Filling & Dosing Equipment (Liquid, Powder, Aseptic). Its NAICS code is 334513 and its SIC code is 3550.