Fox IV Technologies

What Fox IV Technologies does

Fox IV Technologies is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of automated industrial labeling equipment, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Export, Pennsylvania, where it designs and manufactures its full product line in-house. The company produces print-and-apply labeling systems, industrial label applicators, packing slip automation equipment, label finishing systems, and the consumable supplies (labels, ribbons, inks) that support them, integrating third-party print engines from Zebra, SATO, TSC/Printronix, and Epson ColorWorks with its own applicator mechanisms and Allen-Bradley PLC-based controls. Proprietary systems include the patented TwinPrint dual-sided label technology that prints shipping labels and packing slips on a single label, the QuickSlip concealed packing slip system, an all-electric linerless print-and-apply unit, and RFID encode/print/apply systems for which the company claims the world's first HF RFID label printer applicator (2001) and the largest installed base of EPC RFID label printer applicators.

The company generates revenue through four streams: capital equipment sales (print-and-apply systems, applicators, printers, label finishing systems), recurring supplies (thermal labels, ribbons, inkjet inks produced on seven in-house label presses), professional services (installation, training, 24/7 technical support covering FOX IV and competitive equipment), and parts/accessories (consumables and replacement parts sold through its own e-commerce storefront and QROMA QR-code ordering system). Pricing is quote-based on equipment and unit-based on consumables, with no public price list. Go-to-market relies on a direct enterprise sales team augmented by system integrators (e.g., Bastian Solutions), authorized international distributors (e.g., Auto-ID Labelling Solutions in Australia), and industry trade shows (MODEX, Pack Expo, ProMat, Parcel Forum). Customer concentration spans manufacturing (automotive, building products, steel, food & beverage, CPG), warehousing/3PL, pharmaceutical/medical devices, and retail/DoD supply chain verticals, with named case studies including an Australian flour mill and an unnamed major 3PL and medical device manufacturer.

Leadership is family-led, with Rick Fox as President and CEO, Ed Fox as Sales Director, and Patty Remo as VP of Technology. The company is an active member of PMMI, MHI, GS1, and IWLA, and Rick Fox serves on the GS1 Global Bar Code Technical Committee. FOX IV holds multiple patents on its dual-sided label systems and maintains a Scope 3 climate compliance certification under the Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition initiative. The company has no disclosed institutional investors, no parent company, and no public listing.

Name

Fox IV Technologies

Legal name

FOX IV Technologies, Inc.

Website

https://foxiv.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fox IV Technologies, founded in 1996 and based in Export, Pennsylvania, designs and manufactures automated print-and-apply labeling systems, packing slip automation, RFID labeling equipment, and consumable label supplies for manufacturers, warehouses, 3PLs, and pharmaceutical/medical device customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Labeling Equipment

NAICS

Packaging Machinery Manufacturing (333993), Printing and Related Support Activities (3231)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555), Service Industries For The Printing Trade (2790), Coating, Engraving & Allied Services (3470)

akta.pro primary industry

Labeling, Coding & Marking Systems (IMAHAOAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Label Application Systems & Print-and-Apply (Equipment) (IMALAKAO), Security, Tamper-Evident & Track-and-Trace Printing (IMALAKAJ), Specialty & Functional Labels (Linerless, RFID/NFC, Braille, Smart) (IMALAKAK), Finishing, Converting & Die-Cutting Services (IMALAKAN), Receipt, Label & Card Printers (Thermal/Impact) (HDACAKAD), Production & High-Volume Printing Systems (HDACAEAJ), Labeling, Coding & Marking Equipment (Labelers, Inkjet, Laser) (IMALAOAD)

Keywords

• Print and apply labelers
• Automated labeling systems
• Packing slip automation
• Label applicator equipment
• Industrial labeling machinery

Headquarters

HQ city

Export

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Labeling Equipment Sales: Sale of automated print and apply labeling systems, label applicators, packing slip automation systems, label printers, and peripheral equipment. Equipment is sold globally to manufacturers, warehouses, 3PLs, and logistics operations.
2. Labeling Supplies: Recurring revenue from labels (thermal, thermal transfer, ink jet compatible), thermal transfer ribbons, ink jet inks (Epson ColorWorks, Swiftcolor), and label finishing. FOX IV operates as a full-service label converter with seven label presses capable of 8-color process printing.
3. Service, Installation, and Training: On-site and depot servicing of labeling equipment, installation services, and operator/maintenance training programs. 24/7 technical support hotline available. Service covers FOX IV equipment as well as Zebra, Honeywell, SATO, TSC/Printronix, and competitive labeling systems.
4. Parts and Accessories: Sale of replacement parts, printheads, cleaning supplies, wear items, maintenance cartridges, and accessories through online store, phone, email, and QROMA QR-code ordering system.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

FOX IV Technologies designs, manufactures, and sells automated print-and-apply labeling systems, label applicators, packing slip automation equipment, label printers, and label finishing systems. The company also supplies its own label stocks, thermal transfer ribbons, and inkjet inks, delivering complete turnkey labeling solutions to manufacturing, warehousing, 3PL, and logistics operations worldwide.

Product overview

FOX IV Technologies is a manufacturer of automated labeling solutions with a portfolio of integrated equipment and supplies. The core product line centers on print-and-apply labeling systems (the 5961, 6955/6957, 6985/6987, 6974/6976, 8008, L3904E linerless, TwinPrint dual-sided, Quick Slip, and C9100 color systems) that integrate Zebra, SATO, TSC/Printronix, and Epson print engines. Supporting hardware includes label applicators (1914/1916, 1918), the 6900I printer-inserter for packing slip automation, and Eclipse label finishing systems. The company also supplies its own label stocks, thermal transfer ribbons, and Epson ColorWorks inks. This integrated approach combines equipment, software (Teklynx label design), and consumables to deliver complete turnkey labeling solutions for manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TwinPrint: Patented dual-sided shipping label and packing slip system that prints both the shipping label and packing slip on a single dual-sided label
• QuickSlip
• Swing-Away Cylinder
• Sidewinder
• Repeater
• QROMA
• Eclipse Label Finishing Systems

Products and services

• 5961 Compact Label Print and Apply Compact label print and apply system with small footprint for tight spaces, lower throughput applications, and small labels. Features Zebra print engine with 203/300/600 dpi options.
• 6955/6957 Series 8 Zebra Based Label Print and Apply General purpose automated print and apply labeling systems built with Zebra OEM print engines. Adaptable to most labeling applications including shipping, pallet, product, drum, and inventory labeling.
• 8008 Wide Label Print and Apply Large label print and apply system capable of printing and applying labels up to 8.75 inches wide, including 8.5x11 inch labels, drum, pallet, chemical, and other wide label applications. Powered by TSC print technology.
• L3904E Linerless Label Print and Apply All-electric linerless print-and-apply system that eliminates liner waste while reducing energy use. Designed for shipping and fulfillment with reliable label application and lower operating costs.
• TwinPrint 5516 Dual Sided Label Print and Apply Patented system that prints both the shipping label and packing slip on a single dual-sided label, creating a complete documentation set in one pass. Boosts throughput, reduces errors, cuts material waste, and streamlines fulfillment operations.
• Quick Slip 5520 Label Print and Apply System that prints packing-list information on the liner side of the label, creating a covert packing slip that becomes hidden once applied to the shipping container. Streamlines documentation and reduces handling errors.
• 6985/6987 SATO Based Label Print and Apply Print and apply systems powered by SATO S84nx/S86nx engines, delivering nonstop labeling performance for 24/7 reliability and simplified operation in demanding environments.
• 6974/6976 TSC-based Label Print and Apply

Quantifiable outcome

• Eliminates up to 60% of label liner waste through TwinPrint dual-sided label system
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration17 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Auto-ID Labelling Solutions (ALS)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 February 2026ALS is FOX IV's authorized distributor in Australia. They installed a fully automated dual-sided bag labeling system for an Australian flour mill, applying labels to top and bottom of flour bags on a new automated packaging line.
• Bastian SolutionscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 15 May 2025Bastian Solutions, an automation integrator, recommended FOX IV Technologies' TwinPrint dual-sided label print and apply systems to a major 3PL customer as part of a plant automation project for streamlining packing list and shipping label processes.
• Eclipse Label Finishing SystemsminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 17 April 2023FOX IV is an authorized distributor for Eclipse Label Finishing Systems, offering Eclipse Mini Plus and LF220HS label finishing systems (laminating, die-cutting, matrix removal, slitting, and rewinding) that integrate with Epson ColorWorks printers to create compact digital label presses.
• PMMI (Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies)minorOthersFOX IV is an active member of PMMI, leveraging the industry association for market access, credibility, and training certifications (PMMI-Certified Trainers).
• MHI (Material Handling Industry)minorOthersFOX IV is an active member of MHI, participating in the Order Fulfillment Solutions Council. Rick Fox served as chairman of this council, convening discussions among RFID practitioners, academics, and supply chain professionals.
• IWLA (International Warehouse Logistics Association)minorOthersFOX IV joined the International Warehouse Logistics Association in 2026, strengthening its commitment to the warehousing and logistics industry with 30+ years of automation expertise.
• GS1minorOthersFOX IV is an active member of GS1. Rick Fox, President and CEO, is a member of the GS1 Global Bar Code Technical Committee. FOX IV supports GS1 bar code compliance implementation for customers.
• Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition (LOCT)minorOthersFOX IV participates in the Supplier LOCT collaborative facilitated by Guidehouse, an educational platform for suppliers to accelerate action towards reducing supply chain carbon emissions. FOX IV achieved Scope 3 compliance meeting GHG Protocol and Science-Based Targets Initiative standards.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Zebra Technologies: Largest industrial label printer OEM and a FOX IV print engine partner. Zebra's broader portfolio (printers, scanners, RFID, software) and global footprint compete with FOX IV at the system level, especially in mid-market where Zebra-branded solutions are often shortlisted alongside FOX IV.
• Domino Printing Sciences: Global coding, marking, and digital printing specialist. Overlaps with FOX IV in industrial product identification, particularly in food & beverage and pharmaceutical serialization applications where Domino's laser and inkjet systems compete against label-based alternatives.
• Videojet (Danaher): Global coding and marking leader owned by Danaher. Videojet's industrial inkjet, laser, and thermal transfer overprinters address adjacent labeling applications (case coding, product marking) that frequently compete with or complement print-and-apply on the same production lines.
• Markem-Imaje (Dover): Industrial coding, marking, and labeling solutions owned by Dover Corporation. Direct competitor in print-and-apply and case labeling for CPG, food & beverage, and industrial customers; similar 30+ year history and global service network.
• Brady Corporation: Diversified industrial identification specialist (labels, printers, software, safety). Brady's product identification and facility identification businesses overlap with FOX IV's compliance labeling and RFID offerings, though at much larger scale.

Others

• Avery Dennison: Global label materials converter and RFID inlay supplier. Direct adjacency via label stock supply (consumables that pair with FOX IV printers) and competitive overlap in RFID-enabled retail/DoD supply chain applications.

Direct peers

• TSC Auto ID Technology: Industrial thermal label printer manufacturer and FOX IV print engine partner (TSC/Printronix in 6974/6976 and 8008 systems). Competes with FOX IV in print engine supply while also offering competing applicator-integrated solutions globally.
• SATO Holdings: Direct competitor in industrial print-and-apply labeling; also a FOX IV print engine supplier (S84nx/S86nx engines in 6985/6987 systems). SATO competes globally in manufacturing, retail, and logistics labeling with comparable end-to-end solutions.
• cab Produkttechnik: German manufacturer of industrial label printers, print-and-apply systems, and labeling consumables; closest European-headquartered peer with similar focus on print-and-apply machinery for industrial applications, competing in overlapping verticals.
• Primera Technology: US-based manufacturer of specialty color label printers and disc publishers, similar in size and niche focus to FOX IV. Comparable business model targeting short-run, on-demand color label printing in industrial, medical, and food applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/foxivtech

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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