AstroNova
AstroNova designs and manufactures ruggedized flight deck printers, airborne networking hardware, and Test & Measurement data acquisition systems for aerospace and defense, plus digital color label printing systems, consumables, and direct-to-package printers serving industrial, life sciences, and packaging customers globally.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1969
- HeadquartersWest Warwick, United States
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What AstroNova does
AstroNova, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT) is a publicly traded data visualization technology company founded in 1969 and headquartered in West Warwick, Rhode Island, with 251-500 employees. It is organized around two business segments: Aerospace, which provides ruggedized flight deck printers, airborne networking hardware, and Test & Measurement data acquisition systems serving commercial aviation, business aviation, military defense, and industrial markets; and Product Identification, which provides digital color label and packaging printing systems, engineered label materials, and direct-to-package printing solutions serving life sciences, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, industrial manufacturing, food & beverage, and cosmetics customers. The company holds Airbus Tier 1 supplier status for the A320 family flight deck printers and maintains platform positions across Boeing 737NG, 737 MAX, 777X, and C-17 military aircraft, complemented by FAR/EASA145-certified repair station operations.
AstroNova's product portfolio combines organic development with acquired brands. The Aerospace segment includes the ToughWriter family of flight deck printers (ToughWriter 5, ToughWriter 640, NP4840), the TMX high-speed data acquisition system, DDX100 SMARTCORDER, EVX chart recording system, DMX-8000, and ruggedized Ethernet switches. The Product Identification segment integrates QuickLabel digital color label printers (QL-240, QL-800, QL-850, Kiaro!), GetLabels engineered label materials, AstroJet direct-to-package printers (including the VP-800 launched in 2025), the TrojanLabel digital press line (T2-L, T3-OPX, T4, T5), and the MTEX NS and Astro Machine product lines acquired in 2024 and 2022, respectively.
AstroNova generates revenue primarily through hardware sales (printers, data acquisition systems), recurring aftermarket consumables (thermal transfer ribbons, papers, inks, toners, aerospace-grade supplies), FAR/EASA-certified repair station and maintenance services, and software licensing bundled with hardware. Pricing is quote-based with regional terms and conditions across the US, Canada, France, Germany, and the UK, and a 3.5% tariff surcharge was applied to Product Identification orders effective August 27, 2025. Distribution is mixed: direct enterprise field sales for aerospace, consultative direct-plus-channel sales for Product Identification, OEM-embedded supplier relationships for aviation platforms, and event-driven demand generation at industry trade shows. As of June 17, 2026, AstroNova entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by Arcline Investment Management for $29.00 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $272 million in enterprise value, expected to close in Q3 2026 subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals, after which the company would become privately held.
AstroNova firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- AstroNova
- Legal name
- AstroNova, Inc.
- Website
- https://astronovainc.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1969
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- AstroNova designs and manufactures ruggedized flight deck printers, airborne networking hardware, and Test & Measurement data acquisition systems for aerospace and defense, plus digital color label printing systems, consumables, and direct-to-package printers serving industrial, life sciences, and packaging customers globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
AstroNova industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Printing & Data Acquisition Systems
- NAICS
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)
- SIC
- Aircraft & Parts (3720), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Engine Control, Fuel & Ignition Systems (FADEC/Accessories) (IMABADAK)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Military Fixed-Wing Aircraft Manufacturing (IMABAAAB), Special-Mission Fixed-Wing Aircraft Manufacturing (ISR, AEW&C, Patrol) (IMABAAAH), Spacecraft & Satellites (Civil/Commercial) (IMABACAB), Spacecraft Propulsion (In-Space) & Thrusters (IMABACAE), Aerospace Interior Materials & Components (Cabin) (IMABANAI)
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Where AstroNova is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- West Warwick
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Markets served
AstroNova business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Sales (Printers and Data Acquisition Systems): AstroNova designs, manufactures, distributes and services a broad range of products including flight deck printers, digital label printers, and data acquisition systems. The company's strategy is to drive profitable growth through innovative new technologies and building its installed base to expand recurring revenue.
- Consumables and Supplies (Aftermarket): Recurring revenue stream from thermal transfer ribbons, papers, synthetics, specialty labels, inks, toners, and aerospace-grade supplies sold to the installed base of printers. The company strategically sources aftermarket products to expand recurring revenue.
- Repair Station and Maintenance Services: AeroNova operates FAR/EASA145-certified repair stations providing maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for OEMs, airlines, and other providers worldwide. Certifications include FAA Air Agency Certificate, EASA U.S. Approval Certificate, CAAC Maintenance Organization Certificate, and UK CAA Maintenance Organization Approval Certificate.
- Software and Solutions: Software solutions bundled with hardware including label design software, data acquisition analysis software, and specialized aerospace-grade supplies. Includes NiceLabel driver integration and proprietary operating software for printers and data acquisition systems.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | — | Quote-based pricing with regional T&C variations |
Go-to-market motion5 records
AstroNova product offering
Product offeringCore offering
AstroNova designs, manufactures, distributes, and services proprietary data visualization technology products through two business segments. The Aerospace segment produces ruggedized flight deck printers, airborne networking hardware, and Test & Measurement data acquisition systems for commercial aviation, military, and industrial markets. The Product Identification segment delivers digital color label printers, on-demand digital presses, direct-to-package printers, and engineered label materials/inks for life sciences, food & beverage, chemicals, industrial manufacturing, and cosmetics end markets.
Product overview
AstroNova is organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture around two core business groups — Aerospace and Product Identification — with Test & Measurement operating as a dedicated product line within Aerospace. The Product Identification segment brings together complementary brands including QuickLabel® for in-house color label printing, GetLabels® for engineered label materials and converting, AstroJet® for direct-to-package digital printing, and the acquired TrojanLabel, Astro Machine, and MTEX NS product lines as a total labeling solution platform. The Aerospace segment offers flight deck printers (ToughWriter 5, ToughWriter 640, NP4840), airborne networking hardware, and aerospace-grade supplies, while Test & Measurement delivers data acquisition systems (TMX, DDX100 SMARTCORDER, EVX, Everest EV-5000, DMX-8000) for aerospace & defense, power & utilities, transportation, automotive, and general industrial markets. Together these groups position AstroNova as a global leader in mission-critical data visualization technology for identification, marking, and airborne printing.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- QuickLabel: In-house color label printing product line (AstroNova Product Identification).
- GetLabels
- AstroJet
- TrojanLabel
Products and services
- ToughWriter Flight Deck Printers Ruggedized flight deck printers (ToughWriter 5, ToughWriter 640, NP4840) for airborne printing applications in commercial, business, and military aircraft. Embedded as standard across multiple platforms including Boeing 737NG, 737 MAX, 777X, and C-17 military aircraft, and supplied as Tier 1 supplier to Airbus for the A320 family. FAA Supplemental Type Certified for retrofitting aircraft.
- QuickLabel Digital Color Label Printers Industry-leading tabletop and high-volume digital color label printers (QL-240, QL-800, QL-850, QL-111, Kiaro! series, QL-425, QL-435) that enable in-house color label production with proprietary pigment-based ink technology for life sciences, food & beverage, chemicals, and industrial manufacturing customers.
- TrojanLabel Digital Presses On-demand narrow-format digital presses (T2-L for flexible packaging, T3-OPX professional overprinting system, T4, T5 in-line color label press and finishing system) for flexible packaging and label production, including the world's first 5-color toner-based tabletop production label printer.
- AstroJet Direct-to-Package Digital Printing Direct-to-package digital printing solutions using sustainable, water-based inks to produce high-quality graphics directly on a wide range of packaging materials. Includes the VP-800 direct-to-package printer and the QL-425 / QL-435 digital label presses for industrial packaging customers.
- GetLabels Engineered Label Materials Premium thermal transfer ribbons, papers, synthetics, and specialty labels engineered for specific customer needs and compatible with AstroNova digital label printers. Represents the engineered label materials and converting arm of the Product Identification business, generating recurring aftermarket revenue.
- TMX Data Acquisition Systems High-performance data acquisition systems (TMX, DDX100 SMARTCORDER, EVX Chart Recording System, DMX-8000, Everest EV-5000, DASH 20HF) with enhanced security and scope capabilities for structural testing, power monitoring, transportation systems validation, and industrial process optimization in aerospace & defense, power & utilities, transportation, automotive, and general industrial markets.
- Airborne Networking Hardware Ruggedized Ethernet switches and networking solutions designed for military vehicles and aircraft including C-130 and other defense platforms, providing secure airborne network connectivity for mission-critical defense applications.
- AeroNova FAR/EASA145 Repair Station Services Maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for OEMs, airlines, and other providers worldwide, certified by FAA, EASA, CAAC, and UK CAA to service ruggedized cockpit printers and airborne equipment across commercial, business, and military aircraft.
Companies that use AstroNova
Customer profileIdeal customer profiles2 records
AstroNova technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
Feature8 records
AstroNova partnerships and signals
Strategic signalRecent moves10 records
Expansion highlights6 records
AstroNova competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Astronics Corporation: Astronics is the most direct competitor to AstroNova Aerospace, providing ruggedized in-flight entertainment, cabin power, and airborne printer systems (including the EPrinter and other flight deck printers) for commercial and military aircraft. Both companies compete head-to-head for cockpit printer content on Boeing and Airbus platforms.
- Domino Printing Sciences (Brother Industries): Domino is a global digital printing and coding solutions provider, now owned by Brother Industries, with strong positions in industrial inkjet, laser coding, and digital label presses. It directly competes with TrojanLabel and AstroJet in on-demand digital label and flexible packaging printing.
Broad incumbents
- Epson: Epson is a major manufacturer of color label printers (ColorWorks series) and industrial inkjet printing systems, competing directly with QuickLabel's tabletop color label printers. Epson's scale in inkjet technology and consumables make it a formidable competitor in the on-demand color label space.
- Keysight Technologies: Keysight is a leading provider of electronic test and measurement instrumentation, including data acquisition systems, oscilloscopes, and signal analyzers. It competes broadly with AstroNova's Test & Measurement group (TMX, DDX100, EVX) in the aerospace & defense, automotive, and industrial data acquisition end markets.
- Zebra Technologies: Zebra is a global leader in barcode, RFID, and industrial printing, with a significantly larger product portfolio and channel than AstroNova's Product Identification segment. Zebra competes in on-demand color label printing, asset tracking labels, and supplies, overlapping with QuickLabel and GetLabels offerings.
- Videojet (Veralto / former Danaher): Videojet, part of the Veralto portfolio (spun off from Danaher), is one of the world's largest coding and marking equipment providers, including industrial inkjet, laser, and label applicator systems. It is a broad incumbent in the same end markets AstroNova Product Identification serves, with a much larger installed base.
- Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell Aerospace is a Tier 1 avionics supplier across virtually all commercial and business aircraft platforms. While Honeywell does not directly compete in flight deck printers, its avionics portfolio competes for cockpit real estate and supplier relationships, making it a broad incumbent in AstroNova's core aerospace OEM channel.
- Markem-Imaje (Dover Corporation): Markem-Imaje is a major industrial coding and marking solutions provider owned by Dover, offering inkjet, laser, thermal transfer, and label printer systems. It overlaps with AstroNova's Product Identification portfolio across industrial and packaging printing, with substantially greater scale and global reach.
- HP (Industrial Print): HP's Industrial Print division, including the HP Indigo and HP PageWide press families, competes in the digital label and packaging market that TrojanLabel and MTEX NS serve. While not a direct overlap in cockpit printing, HP is a significant competitor in the on-demand packaging and label production space.
Emerging players
- Linx Printing Technologies (Veralto): Linx, a Veralto subsidiary (former Danaher), specializes in continuous inkjet and case coding for industrial marking applications, with overlap in industrial printing consumables. AstroNova's SVP Padraig Finn previously worked at Linx, underscoring competitive and talent-market overlap in industrial inkjet coding.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
AstroNova social profiles
Digital presenceAstroNova compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance13 records
AstroNova financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
AstroNova leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles9 records
AstroNova subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries10 records
AstroNova funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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AstroNova M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A3 records
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about AstroNova
What does AstroNova do?
AstroNova designs, manufactures, distributes, and services proprietary data visualization technology products through two business segments. The Aerospace segment produces ruggedized flight deck printers, airborne networking hardware, and Test & Measurement data acquisition systems for commercial aviation, military, and industrial markets. The Product Identification segment delivers digital color label printers, on-demand digital presses, direct-to-package printers, and engineered label materials/inks for life sciences, food & beverage, chemicals, industrial manufacturing, and cosmetics end markets.
Is AstroNova a public or private company?
AstroNova is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was AstroNova founded?
AstroNova was founded in 1969. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is AstroNova based?
AstroNova is headquartered in West Warwick, United States, in the North America region.
How does AstroNova make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Hardware Sales (Printers and Data Acquisition Systems) is the primary driver. The others are consumables and Supplies (Aftermarket), repair Station and Maintenance Services and software and Solutions.
Who are AstroNova's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Astronics Corporation and Domino Printing Sciences (Brother Industries). Broad incumbents are Epson, Keysight Technologies, Zebra Technologies, Videojet (Veralto / former Danaher), Honeywell Aerospace, Markem-Imaje (Dover Corporation) and HP (Industrial Print). Linx Printing Technologies (Veralto) is listed as an emerging player.
Does AstroNova have an API?
No public API is recorded for AstroNova.
What industry is AstroNova in?
AstroNova's product category is Industrial Printing & Data Acquisition Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABADAK, Engine Control, Fuel & Ignition Systems (FADEC/Accessories), with a secondary code of IMABAAAB, Military Fixed-Wing Aircraft Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 334511 and its SIC code is 3720.