What Epec Engineered Technologies does

Epec Engineered Technologies is a US-headquartered, privately held build-to-print contract manufacturer of custom electronics, founded in 1952 and operating from New Bedford, Massachusetts. The company designs and manufactures printed circuit boards (including HDI, flex and rigid-flex up to 20 layers, heavy/extreme copper from 5 to 200 ounces), custom battery packs, cable assemblies (including overmolded), CNC machined parts, user interface assemblies, flexible heaters, electronically commutated (EC) fans and motors, and RF products. Its proprietary technology assets include the EpecDFx design-for-manufacturability platform, the InstantPCBQuote self-service online ordering system, and the PowerLink heavy-copper process. The company holds ITAR registration, JCP certification, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO/IEC 27001:2013, positioning it for regulated defense, aerospace, and medical OEM work.

Epec serves more than 5,000 customers across medical electronics, military and aerospace, portable electronics, industrial, commercial refrigeration, automotive/transportation, and consumer product OEMs. The company operates a hybrid manufacturing model combining US-based facilities (New Bedford MA, Irving TX, Stafford TX, Southbridge MA, Denver/Littleton CO) with international operations in Toronto, Canada; Merthyr Tydfil, UK; and Shenzhen, China, where a 40-person team manages logistics, quality, engineering, and procurement. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales in North America, inside sales for mid-market quoting, and self-service e-commerce via InstantPCBQuote. Since being acquired by KleinPartners Capital Corp in 2002, Epec has executed 16+ strategic acquisitions across PCBs, CNC machining, HMI assemblies, EC motors, and RF filters, and is led by CEO Ed McMahon, President Kendall Paradise, and VP of Sales Bryan Nolan.

Name

Epec Engineered Technologies

Legal name

Epec, LLC

Website

https://epectec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Epec Engineered Technologies is a US-headquartered, privately held build-to-print contract manufacturer of custom electronics — PCBs, flex/rigid-flex circuits, battery packs, cable assemblies, CNC machined parts, user interfaces, EC fans/motors, and RF products — serving medical, military/aerospace, industrial, and portable-electronics OEMs across more than 5,000 customers with hybrid US/UK/Canada/China manufacturing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

New Bedford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Engineered Product Manufacturing: Build-to-print custom electronics manufacturing including PCBs, flex and rigid-flex circuits, battery packs, cable assemblies, CNC machining, user interfaces, flexible heaters, EC fans and motors, and RF products. Revenue generated from one-time manufacturing orders and recurring production contracts.
2. Engineering and Design Services: Complete engineering and design services from concept through production including battery pack design, PCB layout, cable assembly design, flex circuit design, and user interface integration.
3. Value-Added Services: DFM file checks, inventory stocking programs (kanban, blanket orders, consignment), rework services, reverse engineering, and SMT stencils.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Epec Engineered Technologies designs and manufactures custom, build-to-print electronic products for OEMs across the electronics industry. Its core portfolio includes printed circuit boards (PCBs), flex and rigid-flex circuits, custom battery packs, cable assemblies, CNC machined parts, human-machine interface assemblies, flexible heaters, electronically commutated (EC) fans and motors, and RF products. The company operates a hybrid manufacturing model combining US-based production for speed, quality, and ITAR-compliance with Asian supply chain capabilities for cost-sensitive applications.

Product overview

Epec Engineered Technologies is a build-to-print electronics manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of custom engineered products including Battery Packs, Flex & Rigid-Flex PCBs, Cable Assemblies, Printed Circuit Boards, CNC Machining (Metal Craft Machining), User Interfaces, Flexible Heaters, EC Fans & Motors, and RF Products. The company operates a hybrid manufacturing model combining US-based production with Asian supply chain capabilities. Key supporting platforms include InstantPCBQuote for online ordering, EpecDFx for design for manufacturability analysis, and PCB Layout and Design Services. The portfolio is enhanced through acquisitions including NetVia Group (PCBs), Metal Craft Machining (CNC), and Putnam RF Filters (RF products). The company serves medical, military/aerospace, industrial, and portable electronics sectors with global operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EC Fans & Drives: Division specializing in the design and manufacture of Electronically Commutated Motors and Fans to Original Equipment Manufacturers
• Metal Craft Machining
• NetVia Group
• InstantPCBQuote
• EpecDFx

Products and services

• Battery Packs Custom battery packs using lithium-ion, lithium polymer, NiMH, and alkaline chemistries with integrated battery management systems (BMS) for medical, military, aerospace, and portable device OEMs requiring IEC, UL, CSA, and DOT certified power solutions.
• Flex & Rigid-Flex PCBs Flexible and rigid-flex printed circuit boards designed for demanding environments including aerospace, medical, and military applications, supporting single to 20-layer designs with HDI capabilities.
• Cable Assemblies Custom cable assemblies including overmolded cables, wire harnesses, shielded cables, and RF/microwave cables for medical, military, and aerospace OEM applications with hybrid US/Asia production model.
• Printed Circuit Boards High-technology custom printed circuit boards including HDI (3 mil lines/spaces), quick-turn, microwave/RF, heavy copper, and military/aerospace PCBs engineered for performance and reliability in critical electronics applications.
• CNC Machining Precision CNC machined metal and plastic parts through Metal Craft Machining division, supporting 3-axis to 5-axis milling for military/ITAR and aerospace applications from Southbridge, Massachusetts facility.
• User Interfaces High-reliability human-machine interface (HMI) assemblies including membrane switches, silicone keypads, capacitive touch sensors, and SMART interfaces for medical, military, and aerospace OEM applications.
• Flexible Heaters Precision-grade custom flexible heaters designed for complex shapes and curved surfaces across industrial, medical, and aerospace applications requiring uniform thermal distribution.
• EC Fans & Motors Energy-efficient electronically commutated (EC) motors and fans designed for HVAC, commercial refrigeration, and industrial applications, with ECplus motors delivering class-leading efficiency for refrigeration markets.
• RF Products High-reliability radio frequency solutions including RF filters for demanding military and aerospace communication and electronic warfare applications.
• InstantPCBQuote Online Ordering Platform Self-service online quote and ordering platform for rigid PCBs and rigid-flex circuits offering 24/7 availability, real-time pricing, free tooling and testing for registered users, and 20% off first and second orders.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70+ years in business as America's oldest PCB company
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• Roca Printed CircuitsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 April 2025Roca Printed Circuits joined forces with Epec's NetVia Group PCB division in Dallas, expanding the combined organization's ability to deliver a broader range of high-quality printed circuit boards and electronic solutions.
• Precision Technology Inc (PTI)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Precision Technology Inc joined forces with Epec Engineered Technologies, adding capabilities and expanding manufacturing footprint for engineered products.
• NetVia GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020NetVia Group joined Epec Engineered Technologies, adding time-sensitive high-technology PCB manufacturing capabilities from their Irving, Texas facility.
• Suncoast Digital Technology Inc.majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Acquired Suncoast Digital Technologies Inc., increasing presence as premier supplier of high reliability human-machine interface (HMI) assemblies to leading OEMs.
• KLA FrontlinecoreTechnology or IntegrationNetVia Group invested in KLA's Frontline InCAM Pro software for advanced PCB manufacturing capabilities, enhancing design for manufacturability and production quality.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sunstone Circuits: US PCB fabricator with an online ordering platform (PCBexpress) targeting quick-turn prototypes and small-to-mid volume production — overlapping Epec's InstantPCBQuote customer segment.
• TTM Technologies: Large US-headquartered PCB manufacturer serving aerospace/defense, automotive, and medical customers with rigid, flex, and HDI boards. Closest scaled analog to Epec's PCB-centric, aerospace-and-defense-tilted book of business.
• APCT Inc. US PCB manufacturer focused on rigid and flex boards for aerospace, defense, and medical applications with multiple US facilities; competes head-to-head with Epec's NetVia and US fabs in ITAR-sensitive programs.
• Advanced Circuits: US-based quick-turn PCB manufacturer with a strong online quoting/ordering platform serving the same prototype and low-volume commercial and aerospace segments as Epec.
• IEC Electronics: US-based contract manufacturer specializing in PCB assembly, cable and harness builds, and box-build for aerospace, defense, and medical — closely mirrors Epec's mix of custom build-to-print regulated work.

Broad incumbents

• Jabil: Global EMS and contract manufacturing giant with PCB assembly, box build, and engineered solutions across industrial, medical, and aerospace — competes for the same OEM wallet as Epec, but at vastly larger scale.
• Benchmark Electronics: US-headquartered EMS with strong aerospace/defense, medical, and industrial exposure and global manufacturing footprint — directly comparable customer verticals and engineered-product orientation.
• Sanmina Corporation: Large global EMS provider offering PCB fabrication, assembly, and integrated supply chain services. Much broader portfolio but overlaps with Epec's PCB, cable assembly, and box-build offerings.
• Flex Ltd: Global EMS provider with design, manufacturing, and supply chain services across healthcare, aerospace, and industrial end markets — comparable custom-engineered electronics capabilities to Epec's portfolio.

Emerging players

• PCBWay: China-based online PCB fabrication and assembly platform serving prototyping and small-batch customers globally; competes against Epec's InstantPCBQuote for price-sensitive small-volume orders.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/epectec
• Xx.com/epectec
• Facebookfacebook.com/epectec
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/epec-engineered-technologies

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A3 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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