What Empire Screen Printing, Inc. does

Empire Screen Printing, Inc. is a family-owned, full-service commercial printing manufacturer founded in approximately 1960 and headquartered in a 150,000 square foot facility in Onalaska, Wisconsin. The company produces custom graphic overlays, vinyl decals, crystal-line domes (including the Helix Dome™ sub-brand), aluminum nameplates, magnetic decals, roll labels, industrial warning labels, and point-of-purchase signage for OEM and POP end markets. It pioneered UV LED ink curing for screen printing and operates one of the few certified UV LED production lines in the industry, with technology advantages including the Kammann K-61 EcoPress and the proprietary 12-color Legacy Press.

The company's production stack integrates screen printing (sheet-fed and roll-to-roll), digital printing (Mimaki, HP Indigo S5600, Gerber Edge FX, Durst Tau G3 Peak, Graphium hybrid), and flexographic printing, supported by in-house die-making, embossing, laminating, kitting, and assembly. Empire is a 3M Preferred Converter for VHB tape solutions and holds ISO 9001:2015, UL, RoHS, and Wisconsin Green Tier 1 certifications.

Empire generates revenue through custom, quote-based, multi-year contracts sold via direct sales to enterprise OEM and POP accounts. The company serves 20+ Fortune 500 customers across food and beverage equipment, medical devices, outdoor power equipment, aviation, appliances, automotive, sporting goods, and industrial sectors. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; projects are quoted based on quantity, durability, environmental exposure, and finishing requirements. Multi-year supplier relationships with Fortune 500 OEMs and full vertical integration are the foundation of the business model, with sustainability positioning and certifications acting as procurement gatekeepers.

Name

Empire Screen Printing, Inc.

Legal name

EMPIRE_SCREEN_PRINTING_INC

Website

https://empirescreen.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Empire Screen Printing is a family-owned, full-service commercial printer producing custom graphic overlays, decals, domes, nameplates, roll labels, and POP signage for 20+ Fortune 500 OEM and retail customers from its 150,000 sq ft Onalaska, Wisconsin facility.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing Services

NAICS

Commercial Screen Printing (323113), Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111)

SIC

Commercial Printing (2750)

akta.pro primary industry

Large-Format & Specialty Printing (Signage, Posters, Displays) (MPAJALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

OOH Production, Printing & Installation Services (MPAAAKAJ), Prepress, Plate-Making & Artwork Services (IMALAKAM)

Keywords

• Custom screen printing
• Industrial labels decals
• Flexographic printing services
• Graphic overlay manufacturing
• Point-of-purchase signage

Headquarters

HQ city

Onalaska

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Screen Printing Services: Full-service screen printing for OEM and POP markets, producing overlays, vinyl decals, crystal-line domes, nameplates, magnets, and roll labels. Services include pre-press, laminating, die-cutting, assembly, inspection, kitting, and packaging.
2. Digital Printing Services: Roll-to-roll digital printing using Durst Tau G3 Peak and Graphium presses. Serves prototype runs to high-volume production with variable data capabilities, serializing, and barcoding.
3. Flexographic Printing Services: Complete in-line manufacturing for roll labels including front/back printing, laminating, custom die cutting, perforating, slitting, and sheeting in one continuous operation.
4. 3M VHB Tape Solutions: As a Preferred 3M Converter, Empire offers custom cutting and application of 3M VHB Tape solutions, die-cutting services, and rapid prototyping for assembly applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Empire Screen Printing is a full-service contract manufacturer of custom screen-printed, digitally printed, and flexographic printed products for OEM and POP (point-of-purchase) markets. The company produces graphic overlays, vinyl decals, crystal-line domes, nameplates, magnets, roll labels, industrial warning labels, and point-of-purchase signage from a 150,000 sq ft facility in Onalaska, Wisconsin, serving Fortune 500 companies with end-to-end capabilities from pre-press through assembly, kitting, and packaging.

Product overview

Empire Screen Printing is a family-owned, full-service screen printing and digital printing manufacturer serving OEM and POP markets. The company operates from a 150,000 square foot facility in Onalaska, Wisconsin, and produces a broad portfolio of branded print products including Custom Graphic Overlays, Vinyl Decals, Crystal-Line Doming, Helix Dome™, Nameplates (including Aluminum), Magnets, Roll Labels, Industrial Decals/Warning Labels, Point-of-Purchase signage, and MagiCAL specialty vinyls. These are manufactured using a suite of complementary printing technologies — Screen Printing (sheet-fed and roll-to-roll via the Kammann K-61 EcoPress, in-house built 12-color Legacy Press, and Roll-X press), Digital Printing (Mimaki roll-to-roll and flatbed, HP Indigo S5600, Gerber Edge FX, Durst Tau G3 Peak, and Graphium hybrid), and Flexographic Printing — supported by finishing services such as Embossing, Die-Making, Kitting & Fulfillment, and Pre-Spaced Decals. Empire also converts 3M™ VHB™ Tapes as a 3M Preferred Converter and employs proprietary UV LED ink curing technology that it pioneered for the screen printing industry. The company handles every step from pre-press through finishing in-house.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Helix Dome™: Crystal-line domes on a curved surface with automotive-grade and marine-grade options for outdoor applications.
• MagiCAL
• Crystal-Line Doming

Products and services

• Custom Graphic Overlays High-performance overlays made from durable polyester and polycarbonate substrates, featuring selective textures, keypad buttons, deadfront colors for LED windows, and scratch-resistant coatings. Used in membrane switches, nameplates, keyboards, and appliance controls for OEM manufacturers.
• Vinyl Decals Eye-catching decals produced using screen, digital, and flexographic printing methods. Available with crystal-line doming, embossing, and custom die-cutting for brand identification, product labeling, and promotional use.
• Helix Dome™ Crystal-line doming applied to curved surfaces with a clear non-yellowing polymer coating providing automotive-grade and marine-grade durability. Resistant to UV exposure, dents, and scratches for outdoor applications.
• Crystal-Line Doming Two-component polyurethane doming that creates a 3D glossy lens finish over printed decals. Non-yellowing, UV-resistant coating suitable for outdoor branding applications.
• Nameplates Durable nameplates and signage printed on aluminum substrate, resistant to high temperatures, abrasions, oxidation, corrosion, salt spray, and most chemicals, with thickness up to 0.06 inches.
• Magnets Magnetic decals that adhere to any magnetic-receptive surface, suitable for indoor and outdoor use including vehicle applications, featuring doming options for enhanced branding.
• Roll Labels Peel-and-apply roll labels produced via flexographic, digital, or screen printing, compatible with both automated application machines and manual use. Available on first surface or sub-surface materials up to 0.03 inches thick.
• 3M™ VHB™ Tapes Custom-converted 3M VHB (Very High Bond) pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes cut to exact dimensions for rapid assembly and permanent bonding applications. Empire is a 3M Preferred Converter offering precision die-cutting, laser cutting, and digital cutting.
• Screen Printing Sheet-fed and roll-to-roll screen printing using oversized stencils on metal-framed fabric screens, with exclusive registration systems holding tolerances of 0.001 inches and color-to-color registration between 0.005–0.007 inches. Includes the in-house built 12-color Legacy Press and Roll-X large format press.
• Digital Printing Digital printing capabilities including UV LED roll-to-roll (Mimaki JV33/JV300), UV LED flatbed (Mimaki JFX500-2131 up to 82x122 inches), HP Indigo S5600 for sheet-fed work, and Gerber Edge FX for thermal transfer. Variable data, serializing, and barcode printing supported.
• Flexographic Printing Complete in-line flexographic printing: front and/or back printing, laminating, custom die cutting, perforating, slitting, and sheeting in one continuous operation. Produces roll, sheet, pin-fed, fan fold, or individual piece outputs.
• Digital Roll-to-Roll Printing UV inkjet digital roll-to-roll printing using the Durst Tau G3 Peak (1200x1200 DPI, 2-picoliter drop size, CMYK+Violet+Orange+White) and the Graphium hybrid press combining digital printing with integrated flexographic technology for spot colors, varnishes, and continuous full-color graphics.
• Industrial Decals & Warning Labels Custom safety and warning labels designed to meet ANSI and OSHA regulatory compliance requirements, featuring rugged materials with permanent adhesion that resist UV rays, chemicals, and abrasion in demanding environments.
• Point-of-Purchase (POP) Signage Promotional signage and displays including free-standing floor displays, banners, endcap displays, hang tags, static clings, and floor graphics for retail and point-of-sale branding applications.
• MagiCAL Specialty Vinyls Premium pressure-sensitive vinyl product line featuring glitter, kaleidoscope, rainbow, and holographic materials for promotional advertising, name branding, holiday stickers, bumper/window decals, display graphics, and sports decals.
• Kitting & Fulfillment Assembly and packaging service that groups multiple parts and different materials into kits, with distribution to multiple locations. Supports promotional events and manufacturing assembly needs.
• Embossing Relief impressions on materials for functional keypad overlays and decorative emphasis, available in regular and irregular shape dies. Includes debossing, Braille embossing, and combination options with crystal-line doming.
• Pre-Spaced Decals Series of letters or logos kiss-cut to liner paper with pre-mask material on top, maintaining alignment during application. Professional finish ideal for cars, boats, appliances, and exercise equipment.
• Die-Making In-house die-making using computerized technology with steel rule dies at a tolerance of +/-0.010 inches. Offers custom-built dies, hard tooling, mag dies, digital cutting, laser cutting, and router cutting capabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25% capacity expansion
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• 3McoreTechnology or IntegrationEmpire Screen Printing is a Preferred Converter for 3M, the highest level of recognition from 3M. This status provides priority shipping direct from the manufacturer, best-in-industry pricing, and access to 3M product engineers for design assistance. Empire has been a select converter with 3M for many years and was promoted to Preferred Converter status for their focus on sustainability and leading-edge technologies.
• DurstcoreTechnology or IntegrationEmpire uses Durst Tau G3 Peak digital press, a next-generation UV inkjet platform for exceptional print quality, automation, and productivity with 1200 x 1200 DPI resolution.
• Pearl Street BreweryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEmpire produces roll labels for Pearl Street Brewery as a customer showcase on their Graphium digital press page, demonstrating quality craft beverage labeling capabilities.
• Partners in Printing ExpominorGTM or Marketing PartnerEmpire is a participant and sponsor of the Partners in Printing Expo, an industry show that presents opportunities to strengthen the print industry by sharing developments and innovative solutions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Multi-Color Corporation (MCC): One of the world's largest label converters, supplying prime labels and decals to global consumer brands and industrial OEM customers; directly comparable in label/decal production and OEM customer mix.
• Fortis Solutions Group: US-focused converter of labels and packaging supporting consumer and industrial customers; directly competes in similar print technologies (flexo, digital) and OEM label programs.
• Resource Label Group: Specialty label converter producing pressure-sensitive labels for industrial, consumer, and POP applications; closely comparable in customer segment mix and product types.
• WS Packaging Group: Label printing specialist serving consumer, industrial, and OEM customers across multiple production technologies; comparable in label/decal offerings and customer types.
• Hammer Packaging: Premium label printer serving consumer brands with cut-and-stack, pressure-sensitive, and shrink labels; competes in the same industrial/consumer decal and label category.
• Smyth Companies: Custom converter of labels, decals, and printed components for OEMs and durable-goods customers; similar mix of decals, overlays, and nameplates for industrial end-markets.

Broad incumbents

• CCL Industries: Toronto-based global specialty label and packaging converter serving consumer and industrial end-markets at significantly larger scale; overlaps with Empire's OEM label and POP business lines.
• Avery Dennison: Major pressure-sensitive label materials supplier with converting capabilities, serving industrial branding and durable labeling applications that overlap with Empire's OEM decal and overlay work.
• Quad/Graphics: Large-scale commercial printer serving retail, POP signage, and consumer marketing customers; overlaps with Empire's POP/signage work at meaningfully larger scale.
• RRD (Donnelley Marketing Solutions / LSC Communications alumni): Diversified commercial printing and marketing services provider; overlaps with Empire's commercial, label, and POP production capabilities through broader portfolio offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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