BAND-IT

Name

BAND-IT

Legal name

BAND-IT-IDEX, Inc.

Website

https://band-it-idex.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1937

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Fasteners

NAICS

Hardware Manufacturing (332510), Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912)

SIC

Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Strapping & Banding Machines (IMAHAOAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Line Hardware & Fittings (clamps, connectors, dampers, spacers, vibration control) (EUADADAD)

Keywords

• Stainless steel clamps
• Band clamping solutions
• Industrial fastening systems
• Cable management products
• EMI shielding bands

Headquarters

HQ city

Denver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 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. Stainless Steel Band Clamps and Fastening Products: BAND-IT generates revenue through the sale of stainless steel band clamps, preformed clamps, cable ties, banding systems, and associated installation tools. Products are sold through distributors and direct sales channels to industrial customers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

BAND-IT designs and manufactures stainless steel band clamping and fastening solutions, including preformed clamps, cable ties, banding systems, and associated installation tools. Products are engineered for mission-critical applications in harsh environments across energy, transportation, industrial, marine, and government sectors. The company also offers specialized pneumatic and electronic installation tools along with tool repair services.

Product overview

BAND-IT is a manufacturer of stainless steel band clamp and fastening solutions. The product portfolio consists of multiple interconnected product lines: (1) Banding Systems including Band & Buckle, Preformed Clamps (Junior Smooth ID Clamps), and Tie-Lok Ties for general clamping; (2) Specialized clamps such as Ultra-Lok (for fuel cell and high-tensile applications), BAND-FAST (for subsea), and Dual-Lokt (for automotive airbags); (3) EMI/RFI shielding solutions including Tie-Dex Micro (QPL qualified for aerospace/Mars rovers) and Tie-Dex Standard; (4) Tools including pneumatic tools (IT0750-IT6000 Series, IT7000/IT8000 with Siemens control systems, iCS Series), hand tools, and tool repair services; (5) Supporting products including Identification Systems, Mounting Hardware & Brackets, and Cable Cleats. The company serves industrial sectors including Energy (downhole, subsea, frac iron), Transportation (aerospace, automotive), Marine, Government (military, municipal), and Telecommunications. Products are available in various stainless steel alloys (201, 304, 316, 436L) and high-nickel alloys for corrosion resistance and fire-safety requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Band & Buckle Stainless steel band and buckle fastening system for industrial clamping applications, featuring the C00169 Standard Banding Tool and Ear-Lokt buckle for general-purpose industrial clamping.
• Preformed Clamps Preformed stainless steel clamps including Junior Smooth ID Clamps with unique buckle nest and smooth ID design to reduce leak paths. Available in various sizes and materials for corrosive environments.
• Tie-Lok Ties Stainless steel cable ties with patented dimple lock providing fast, consistent, and reliable clamping tension. Available in 304, 316, 201, and 436L stainless steel for automotive, cable bundling, and identification applications.
• Ultra-Lok Clamp System One of the strongest clamp systems produced by BAND-IT, made from 1/4 inch material for added tensile strength. The Ultra-Lok Free End clamp system is designed for fuel cell stack assembly and other high-tensile applications capable of withstanding over 80kN.
• BAND-FAST Precut and assembled band for subsea banding applications including VIV strakes, pier and piling, riser protectors, and insulation. Designed for subsea and underwater infrastructure fastening.
• Dual-Lokt Clamps Provides consistent and verifiable method for attaching airbag inflators to mounting brackets and airbag cushions to inflators in automotive safety applications.
• Tie-Dex Micro EMI/RFI cable termination and shielding band system. QPL Qualified (Military Part Number: M81306/1B). Used for aerospace applications including spacecraft and Mars rovers. Made from 304 SS with widths of 0.12 inches.
• Tie-Dex Standard Band tool system for EMI/RFI shielding applications. Constructed of 300 Series SST/Passivate IAW AMS 2700. Double-wrapped bands accommodate diameters up to approximately 1.8 inches.
• Pneumatic Tools (IT0750-IT6000 Series) Hand-held pneumatic tools for repeatable band installation. Can be fixtured into production systems with various head configurations for installing Tie-Lok, Universal Clamps, and Junior Smooth ID clamps. Ergonomic design for high production environments.
• IT8000 Tie-Lok System Precision fastening tool with Siemens Control System and HMI. Features DC motor and pneumatic cylinders, data tracking, and installation verification. Compatible with 3/8 inch TIE-LOK ties for high production environments.
• IT7000 Tie-Lok System Precision fastening tool for high production environments. Includes Siemens Control System and HMI. Compatible with 1/4 inch TIE-LOK ties. Increases quality and maintenance intervals while reducing operator variation.
• iCS Series Tool Tool with programmable touch-screen, electronics enclosure, and installation head with stepper motor and gearbox. Used to install Dual-Lokt preformed clamps. Features 2000 lbs tension load cell and data recording/export capabilities.
• Tool Repair Repair and maintenance services for BAND-IT tools to ensure continued performance and longevity.
• Identification Systems Identification products for marking and labeling applications in industrial environments.
• Mounting Hardware & Brackets Hardware and brackets for mounting applications across various industrial sectors.
• Cable Cleats Products for cable management and routing in industrial applications including data centers, energy, and infrastructure.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ultra-Lok Free End can reduce cell stack package size by as much as 20% and cell stack weight by as much as 10%-15%
• +2 more outcomes

Segments14 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• IDEX Corporationparent companyOthers · 1 January 1988BAND-IT was acquired by IDEX Corporation in 1988. IDEX Corporation is a global conglomerate (NYSE: IEX) operating in the Fluid & Metering Technologies, Health & Science Technologies, and Fire & Safety/Diversified Products segments.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Oetiker Group: Swiss-based global manufacturer of clamps, rings, and quick-connectors for industrial, automotive, and aerospace applications. Most direct competitor to BAND-IT in stainless steel and specialty clamping solutions, with overlapping product lines in hose clamps, ear clamps, and heavy-duty band clamps.
• HellermannTyton: Manufacturer of cable management and fastening products including stainless steel cable ties, clamps, and identification systems. Direct competitor in cable tie and identification product lines, serving similar industrial, automotive, and infrastructure markets globally.
• Panduit: Global manufacturer of network infrastructure, cable management, and industrial fastening solutions including stainless steel ties and clamps. Competes with BAND-IT in cable management, telecommunications infrastructure, and industrial fastening applications.
• Ideal Tridon: Manufacturer of hose clamps, banding systems, and fastening solutions for industrial, automotive, and aerospace applications. Direct competitor in band-and-buckle products and worm-gear hose clamps with overlapping customer base in mission-critical sectors.
• Breeze Industrial Products: US-based manufacturer of worm-gear hose clamps and specialty clamping products (Aerospace/MIL-spec). Competes with BAND-IT in industrial hose clamping applications, particularly in automotive, marine, and aerospace markets requiring certified fastening.
• Heyco Products: Manufacturer of stamped metal and molded plastic components including cable ties, clamps, and bushings. Competes with BAND-IT in cable management and electrical/mechanical fastening applications for industrial, solar, and electrical OEM customers.
• Murray Corporation: Manufacturer of engineered hose clamps, band clamps, and specialty fasteners for automotive, industrial, and military applications. Direct overlap with BAND-IT in band clamp technology and mission-critical fluid handling fastening.

Broad incumbents

• Hubbell: Diversified industrial manufacturer of electrical and electronic products including Burndy connectors, cable accessories, and grounding systems. Competes with BAND-IT in electrical infrastructure fastening and cable management as part of a broader industrial portfolio.
• ABB Installation Products: Division of ABB providing electrical installation products, cable management systems, and industrial fastening. Formerly Thomas & Betts; competes with BAND-IT in cable cleats, conduit supports, and industrial electrical infrastructure applications.
• Eaton: Diversified power management company with electrical, aerospace, and industrial segments. Competes with BAND-IT in cable cleats, electrical infrastructure, and aerospace fastening applications as part of a much broader industrial portfolio.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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