Factor II
Factor II is a Lakeside, Arizona-based specialty B2B distributor (founded 1978) that supplies medical-grade silicones, prosthetic materials, adhesives, coloration systems, magnetic attachment components, and lab equipment to maxillofacial and ocular prosthetists, dental labs, and special effects studios worldwide via e-commerce and phone sales.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1978
- HeadquartersLakeside, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Factor II does
Factor II, Inc. is a privately held specialty distribution company founded in 1978 and headquartered in Lakeside, Arizona. The company supplies medical-grade silicone elastomers, prosthetic raw materials, adhesives, coloration systems, magnetic attachment components, ocular prosthetics supplies, and laboratory equipment to medical prosthetic professionals, dental laboratories, and special effects / theatrical makeup practitioners worldwide. Its catalog is centered on Elkem-brand platinum-cured silicones (RTV, LSR, VST, and HCR grades) and on Technovent USA's 510K-registered MagnaCap and S-Range implant-retained magnetic attachment systems, supplemented by mold-making materials, impression silicones, primers, acrylics, dispensing equipment, and pre-configured kits. Differentiated offerings include the Spectromatch color-matching system (a spectrometer-based tool for intrinsic and extrinsic silicone coloration, priced at $4,253.95) and compatibility with major dental and craniofacial implant platforms including Cochlear Vistafix, Nobel Biocare, Straumann, Southern Implants, and Medicon.
The business operates as a B2B e-commerce distributor selling directly to maxillofacial prosthetists, ocular prosthetists, dental lab technicians, and special effects studios via factor2.com, supplemented by phone sales and European resellers. Pricing is per-unit at transaction level — most SKUs fall below $200, with kits ranging from roughly $350 to $950 and specialty equipment (vacuum chambers, two-roll mills, convection ovens) ranging up to about $6,995. International orders are fulfilled with the customer assuming duties and customs. The revenue model is therefore transactional product resale rather than subscription, licensing, or platform monetization, with single-unit and kit-based purchase patterns dominating.
Operationally, Factor II functions as a single-site Arizona distributor with an 11–50 employee headcount, offering toll-free sales support, dedicated technical support ([email protected]), and an extensive technical-documentation library including SDS sheets and educational content such as the "Fundamentals of Facial Prosthetics" textbook. The company does not appear to hold venture or private-equity backing, has not disclosed M&A or leadership changes in the input data, and has operated the same core distribution model for over four decades, positioning itself as the most comprehensive single-source supplier of medical prosthetic materials globally.
Factor II firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Factor II
- Legal name
- Factor II, Incorporated
- Website
- https://factor2.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1978
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Factor II is a Lakeside, Arizona-based specialty B2B distributor (founded 1978) that supplies medical-grade silicones, prosthetic materials, adhesives, coloration systems, magnetic attachment components, and lab equipment to maxillofacial and ocular prosthetists, dental labs, and special effects studios worldwide via e-commerce and phone sales.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Factor II industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Medical Prosthetic Materials Distribution
- NAICS
- Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Synthetic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing (32513)
- SIC
- Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Personal Care & Cosmetic Ingredients (IMAEABAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Special Effects & Theatrical Makeup (SFX, Stage/Film, Face Paint, Prosthetic Color) (CRABACAH)
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Where Factor II is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Lakeside
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Factor II business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Sales - Silicones & Materials: Direct product sales of silicone elastomers, prosthetic materials, adhesives, coloration systems, and lab equipment through e-commerce platform. Transaction-based purchasing with prices ranging from under $10 to over $6,000 for equipment.
- Product Sales - Equipment & Tools: Sale of dispensing equipment, ovens, vacuum chambers, two-roll mills, scales, and laboratory tools to support prosthetics manufacturing.
- Kits & Bundles: Pre-configured starter kits and comprehensive kits for prosthetics work including Platinum Cure Silicone Kits (PCSK) at $895-$950 and Deluxe Prosthetics Starter Kit at $350.95.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Single unit product pricing |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Volume/discount pricing not explicitly stated |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Factor II product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Factor II is a B2B distribution company that supplies medical-grade silicone elastomers (Elkem brand platinum-cure RTV, LSR, VST, and HCR silicones), prosthetic adhesives, coloration systems, mold-making materials, ocular prosthetic components, and laboratory equipment to medical prosthetics professionals, dental laboratories, and special effects makeup artists. The company serves as the exclusive US distributor for Technovent USA's MagnaCap magnetic attachment systems and offers the Spectromatch spectrometer-based color-matching system for custom prosthetic skin coloration. Products are sold via e-commerce with phone sales support, ranging from consumables under $10 to specialized equipment over $6,000.
Product overview
Factor II is a specialized materials supplier offering a comprehensive portfolio of silicone elastomers, prosthetic materials, and fabrication equipment. The core product lines include Elkem-branded platinum-cured silicone elastomers (RTV, LSR, VST, and HCR formulations), medical and prosthetic adhesives (Daro brand and silicone-based systems), and cartridge dispensing systems. Supporting product categories encompass coloration materials featuring the Spectromatch color-matching technology, mold-making and release agents, impression materials, primers, ocular prosthetics components, and magnetic attachment systems including the Technovent MagnaCap and S-Range implant-retained magnetic systems. The company also supplies laboratory equipment, specialty tools, and pre-configured kits for maxillofacial, dental, and theatrical prosthetic fabrication. Factor II distributes Technovent USA products and serves as the most comprehensive supplier of medical, prosthetic, and 3D make-up supplies globally since 1978.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Technovent USA: Manufacturers of MagnaCap implant retained magnetic attachment system, specialized silicone materials for maxillofacial prosthesis, and prosthetic adhesives. Technovent USA through Factor II, Inc. provides products to the US market.
Products and services
- Elkem Brand Silicones Elkem-branded platinum-catalyzed silicone elastomers including RTV (room temperature vulcanizing), LSR (liquid silicone rubber), VST (VerSilTal), and HCR (high consistency rubber) formulations distributed for prosthetic and medical device manufacturing. Specific product lines include RTV-1556, RTV-3020, RTV-3040, RTV-3045, RTV-4040, RTV-4020, RTV-4410, RTV-4420, RTV-4510, RTV-4545, and LSR-4301 through LSR-4370 series.
- Medical & Prosthetic Adhesives Silicone-based and water-based adhesive systems for prosthetic retention and medical device attachment. Includes Daro brand water-based prosthetic adhesives (regular, extra strength, hydrobond variants) and silicone-based adhesives for various prosthetic attachment applications.
- MagnaCap Magnetic Attachment System
- S-Range Magnetic System
- Spectromatch Color Matching System
- Ocular Products
- Cartridge Systems
- Laboratory Equipment
- Prosthetic Fabrication Kits
- Special FX Products
Companies that use Factor II
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Factor II technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Factor II partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Technovent USAcoreExclusive US distributor for Technovent USA products including MagnaCap implant-retained magnetic attachment system, specialized silicone materials for maxillofacial prosthesis, and prosthetic adhesives. Products are 510K registered as medical devices under FDA regulations. Factor II works closely with clinical technicians to ensure materials meet specific working processes of busy maxillofacial prosthetics units.
- Elkem SiliconescoreAuthorized distributor of Elkem brand silicones including RTV silicones, LSR (Liquid Silicone Rubber) silicones, VST silicones, and HCR (High Consistency Rubber) products. Major product lines including RTV-1556, RTV-3020, RTV-3040, RTV-3045, RTV-4040, RTV-4020, RTV-4410, RTV-4420, RTV-4510, RTV-4545, and LSR-4301 through LSR-4370 series.
- 3MminorReseller of 3M double-sided surgical tape (B-205) as part of adhesive products offering.
- Ben NyeminorReseller of Ben Nye theatrical products including Spirit Gum (FP-13) and Spirit Gum Remover (FP-16) for special effects and theatrical makeup applications.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Factor II competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Smooth-On: US-based manufacturer and direct-to-customer supplier of silicone, urethane, and specialty molding materials widely used by prosthetics, SFX, and mold-making professionals. Directly comparable to Factor II in product categories (RTV silicones, mold rubbers, accessories) and end-user base.
- Polytek Development Corp: Manufacturer of silicone, urethane, and specialty polymer systems serving prosthetic, SFX, and mold-making applications. Closely comparable to Factor II across product portfolio (RTV silicones, pigments, release agents, kits) and B2B e-commerce distribution model.
- Technovent Ltd: UK-based manufacturer of magnetic attachment systems and specialized silicone materials for maxillofacial prosthetics. Factor II is the exclusive US distributor of Technovent USA products, but Technovent itself sells directly in Europe and represents the closest product overlap in magnetic attachment systems and anaplastology supplies.
- Mouldlife: UK-based specialty distributor of silicone, mold-making, and prosthetic materials serving anaplastology, SFX, and dental labs. Directly comparable business model — value-added distribution of third-party silicone brands to prosthetic and SFX professionals — and a potential international benchmark for Factor II's model.
- Freeman Manufacturing & Supply Company: Long-standing US distributor of prosthetic, orthotic, and anaplastology materials and equipment. Operates a similar B2B distribution model serving maxillofacial and ocular prosthetists with comparable silicone, adhesive, and accessory product lines.
Broad incumbents
- NuSil Technology (Avantor): Manufacturer of medical-grade silicone elastomers and specialty fluids sold into healthcare, medical device, and prosthetics markets. Represents the upstream supplier side that competes with and supplies into Factor II's model; broad portfolio across multiple end markets including some of Factor II's.
- Dow Silicones: Global silicone materials manufacturer with extensive medical, personal care, and industrial silicone lines. Overlaps with Factor II's silicone elastomer offering at the upstream material layer; operates direct sales that can bypass specialty distributors like Factor II.
- Wacker Chemie: Major global silicone and polymer manufacturer with medical-grade silicone product lines sold to prosthetics and medical device customers. Comparable upstream position to Elkem (Factor II's key supplier) and a potential channel alternative for end customers.
- Momentive Performance Materials (Molloplast): Silicone materials manufacturer with the historic Molloplast line used in maxillofacial prosthetics. Directly relevant product overlap with Factor II's portfolio at the raw material layer; represents an alternative supply source for prosthetic silicone elastomers.
Others
- Ben Nye Company: Manufacturer and supplier of theatrical, SFX, and professional makeup products. Factor II already resells Ben Nye theatrical products (Spirit Gum, removers) to its SFX customer segment, making Ben Nye a complementary supplier/peer within the special effects vertical.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Frequently asked questions about Factor II
What does Factor II do?
Factor II is a B2B distribution company that supplies medical-grade silicone elastomers (Elkem brand platinum-cure RTV, LSR, VST, and HCR silicones), prosthetic adhesives, coloration systems, mold-making materials, ocular prosthetic components, and laboratory equipment to medical prosthetics professionals, dental laboratories, and special effects makeup artists. The company serves as the exclusive US distributor for Technovent USA's MagnaCap magnetic attachment systems and offers the Spectromatch spectrometer-based color-matching system for custom prosthetic skin coloration. Products are sold via e-commerce with phone sales support, ranging from consumables under $10 to specialized equipment over $6,000.
Is Factor II a public or private company?
Factor II is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Factor II founded?
Factor II was founded in 1978. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Factor II based?
Factor II is headquartered in Lakeside, United States, in the North America region.
How does Factor II make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Product Sales - Silicones & Materials are the primary driver. The others are product Sales - Equipment & Tools and kits & Bundles.
Who are Factor II's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Smooth-On, Polytek Development Corp, Technovent Ltd, Mouldlife and Freeman Manufacturing & Supply Company. Broad incumbents are NuSil Technology (Avantor), Dow Silicones, Wacker Chemie and Momentive Performance Materials (Molloplast). Ben Nye Company is listed as an others.
Does Factor II have an API?
No public API is recorded for Factor II.
What industry is Factor II in?
Factor II's product category is Medical Prosthetic Materials Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAEABAJ, Personal Care & Cosmetic Ingredients, with a secondary code of CRABACAH, Special Effects & Theatrical Makeup (SFX, Stage/Film, Face Paint, Prosthetic Color). Its NAICS code is 3391 and its SIC code is 3842.