What SCS does

SCS (Static Control Solutions) is a US-based manufacturer of electrostatic discharge (ESD) control products, operating as a brand under Desco Industries. Founded in 2015 and headquartered at 926 JR Industrial Drive in Sanford, North Carolina, the company manufactures a catalog of 1,697 products across 21 categories, including static shielding bags (metal-in and metal-out), moisture barrier bags (Dri-Shield 2000, 2700, 3000, 3400, 3700 series with MVTR as low as 0.0003), MIL-PRF-81705 qualified military-spec bags, ionizers, ESD event detection instruments (EM Eye, EM Aware), workstation monitors, dual-wire wrist straps (MagSnap 360), floor and worksurface mats, cleanroom products, and test instruments. Products are manufactured in the United States under 'Made in America' branding, with the company operating a live factory camera for manufacturing visibility.

The company serves three primary verticals: electronics manufacturers protecting ESD-sensitive components during manufacture, transportation, and storage; defense contractors and aerospace companies requiring MIL-PRF-81705 QPL-listed packaging; and cleanroom operators in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and advanced electronics manufacturing. SCS's proprietary technology includes multi-layer metallized film constructions (Met-PET, foil, polyethylene, ESD-sealant) qualified to IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033 for moisture-sensitive device handling and MIL-PRF-81705 Type I/III specifications for military/aerospace applications. Its EM Eye and EM Aware instruments enable triangulation diagnostics to locate ESD event sources in SMT lines, while the MagSnap 360 dual-wire wrist strap system provides continuous personnel grounding monitoring.

SCS generates revenue primarily through one-time product sales rather than subscriptions. Distribution is exclusively indirect domestically — a network of manufacturers' representatives with East Coast (919-718-0000) and West Coast (909-627-9634) sales contacts — combined with a direct e-commerce storefront at published unit prices ranging from approximately $2 (disposable wrist straps) to over $5,100 (particle counters). Internationally, distribution is handled through Desco Industries regional partner websites for Europe (descoeurope.com), Asia (descoasia.com), Japan (descoasia.co.jp), and Mexico (descomexico.com). The company supports customers with ESD training programs, EOS/ESD assessments, packaging assessments, and the Static Management Program (SMP) with diagnostic kits, positioning itself as a full-program ESD supplier rather than a commodity vendor.

Name

SCS

Legal name

SCS - Static Control Solutions

Website

https://staticcontrol.descoindustries.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

SCS (Static Control Solutions) is a US-based manufacturer of electrostatic discharge (ESD) control products — including static shielding bags, moisture barrier bags, ionizers, and ESD event detection instruments — serving electronics manufacturers, military/aerospace contractors, and cleanroom operators through distributors and direct sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Sanford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. ESD Control Products - Direct Sale: SCS generates revenue through direct sales of ESD control products including static shielding bags, moisture barrier bags, ionizers, wrist straps, monitors, floor/worksurface mats, and test instruments. Products are sold individually at published internet prices via the company's e-commerce website and through a network of manufacturers' representatives. The catalog contains 1,697 products across 21 categories. Revenue is derived from one-time product purchases with no subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SCS manufactures and sells electrostatic discharge (ESD) control solutions, including static shielding bags, moisture barrier bags, ionizers, personnel grounding devices (wrist straps, foot grounders, smocks), workstation monitors, ESD event detection instruments, cleanroom products, floor and worksurface mats, and test instruments. The catalog spans 1,697 products across 21 categories, with products made in the USA and MIL-PRF-81705 qualified bags listed on the Defense Standardization Program QPL for military and aerospace applications.

Product overview

SCS (Static Control Solutions) is a manufacturer of comprehensive static control and ESD protection products. The product portfolio includes over 1,697 products organized into distinct categories: ESD Bags and Film (including Dri-Shield moisture barrier series 2000/2700/3000/3400/3700, MIL-PRF-81705 Type I and Type III bags, metal-in and metal-out static shielding bags, certified clean bags, cushioned bags, gusset bags, and conductive film); ESD Event Detection equipment (EM Eye event meters, EM Aware monitors, ESD Pro event indicators); Monitors (workstation monitors, equipment ground monitors, AC outlet monitors); Wrist Straps and Footwear (single-wire and dual-wire wrist straps including MagSnap 360, foot grounders); Ionizers (benchtop, overhead, in-tool, ionized air guns); Floor and Worksurface Mats; Smocks and Garments; Test Instruments (surface resistance meters, ground integrity meters, charged plate monitors); Cleanroom Products (PCL100 clean series bags, C10 ESD Armor, particle counters, kitting trays); Moisture Control products (desiccant, humidity indicator cards); Grounding Hardware; Labels and Signs; and Vacuums. The company offers custom packaging capabilities including tubing, compartments, gussets, hang holes, tape top, zip top, tamper evident, and custom printing. Products are manufactured in the USA.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dri-Shield Moisture Barrier Bags (2000/2700/3000/3400/3700 Series)
• 81705 Series MIL-PRF-81705 Static Shielding Bags (Type I, Class 1 and Type III, Class 2)
• Static Shielding Bags and Film (1000, 1300, 1500, 1250 Series)
• Charge-Guard Wipes
• EM Eye ESD Event Meter and EM Aware Monitor
• Workstation Monitors (724 Plus, SW Aware, WS Aware)
• Ionizers (Ion Pro Benchtop, 963E Benchtop, 991A Overhead, In-Tool, Ionized Air Guns)
• MagSnap 360 Wrist Strap System
• Cleanroom Products (PCL100 Clean Series Bags, C10 Clean ESD Armor, Particle Counters, Ultra Clean Dissipative Kitting Trays)
• ESD Test Instruments (Resistance Pro Meter, Ground Pro Meter, Static Sensor, Portable Charged Plate Monitor)
• ESD Diagnostic Kits (EOS/ESD Assessment Kit, ESD Event Diagnostic Kit, SMP Diagnostic Kits)
• Moisture Control Products (Desiccant, Humidity Indicator Cards)
• ESD Footwear (Foot Grounders, Disposable Foot Grounders, Full Coverage Grounders, stat-A-REST)
• ESD Smocks and Garments (Dual-Wire and Single-Wire Smocks, Coil Cords)
• Floor and Worksurface Mats (8200 Series 3-Layer, 1964 Series Conductive Vinyl, Anti-Fatigue, Rubber)
• Grounding Hardware (Mobile Equipment Grounding, Bench and Floor Ground Cords, Ground Snaps)

Quantifiable outcome

• ESD bags protect sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge damage during manufacture, transportation, and storage
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• Desco Industries (Parent Company)coreOthersSCS is a brand of Desco Industries, a manufacturer of professional antistatic equipment for the electronics industry. Desco Industries operates multiple brands including Desco, EasyBraid, EDSYN, EMIT, ESD Systems.com, Menda Pump, ProNet, Protektive Pak, Statguard Flooring, Tronex, and US Toyo Fan. SCS products are sold alongside these related brands on the Desco Industries platform.
• Desco EuroperegionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner for SCS products in Europe, operating the website descoeurope.com.
• Desco AsiaregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner for SCS products in Asia, operating the website descoasia.com.
• Desco JapanregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner for SCS products in Japan, operating the website descoasia.co.jp.
• Desco MexicoregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner for SCS products in Mexico, operating the website descomexico.com.
• IPC/JEDECcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCS Dri-Shield moisture barrier bags are designed to meet IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033 requirements for handling moisture-sensitive devices. This standard describes standardized levels of floor life exposure for moisture/reflow-sensitive SMD packages along with handling, packaging, and shipping requirements.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Transforming Technologies: Direct US-based manufacturer of ESD control products including wrist straps, mats, ionizers, and ESD packaging. Highly comparable to SCS in product mix, customer base (electronics manufacturing), and channel strategy.
• Simco-Ion (part of Precision Technology Group): Manufacturer of ionization and static control equipment for industrial and electronics manufacturing. Comparable to SCS's benchtop and overhead ionizer product lines and overlapping customer base in SMT and electronics assembly.
• ACL Staticide: Manufacturer of ESD control products including cleaners, wipes, coatings, and static measurement equipment. Directly comparable to SCS's Charge-Guard cleaning line and broader ESD program consumables.
• DESCO (sister brand within Desco Industries portfolio): Sister brand under Desco Industries selling work area ESD control products including wrist straps, mats, and monitors. Most directly comparable peer to SCS within the same parent, sharing distribution and customer base.

Broad incumbents

• 3M: Diversified industrial conglomerate with an ESD product line including packaging bags, tapes, and static control solutions. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving overlapping electronics manufacturing customers with similar bag/film and tape products.
• Brady Corporation: Manufacturer of industrial identification and ESD-related products including static control labels and signs. Comparable to SCS's Labels, Signs and Posters category and broader industrial safety customer base.
• Panduit: Global provider of network infrastructure and industrial electrical solutions with an ESD product portfolio. Comparable as an incumbent serving electronics manufacturing customers with grounding and connectivity products that overlap with SCS's Grounding Hardware and Worksurface offerings.
• Desco Industries: The parent company of SCS and owner of 14 related ESD and industrial brands. Comparable as the broader incumbent portfolio from which SCS is sold, with overlapping products and a unified distribution platform.

Regional players

• Walter Lemmen (DOVERMEYER / ESD protective packaging brands): European manufacturer of ESD protective packaging including shielding bags and moisture barrier bags. Comparable to SCS's static shielding and Dri-Shield moisture barrier product lines, primarily serving the European market.

Emerging players

• Teknek: Specialty manufacturer of contact cleaning and contamination control products for electronics manufacturing. Comparable to SCS in serving electronics cleanliness and reliability programs, with overlapping adjacency in cleanroom contamination control.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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