CrestTec
CrestTec provides custom engineered components, coatings, refurbishment, and engineering services to semiconductor fabricators and biopharmaceutical processing plants. It operates as an authorized distributor for Parker Hannifin and the exclusive CKD semiconductor fab distributor in North America, with offices in the US, UK, and Taiwan.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2011
- HeadquartersAustin, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What CrestTec does
CrestTec is a privately held, women-owned (NWBOC certified), ISO 9001:2015 certified engineering services and precision components company headquartered in Kyle, Texas (with an additional Austin office), operating since 2011. The company supplies custom engineered components, coatings, refurbishment, and engineering services to two primary verticals: semiconductor fabricators and biopharmaceutical processing plants. Its semiconductor portfolio spans seals and O-rings, precision machined metals (including gas distribution face/blocker plates and electrodes for 150-300mm tools), valves and flow/vacuum control, weldment fabrication, advanced coatings (Y2O3, amorphous silicon, Teflon), and machined, molded, and 3D-printed plastic parts. Its biopharma portfolio covers sanitary gaskets, O-rings compliant with FDA/ADIF/USP standards, replacement valve and pump diaphragms, precision molded and machined parts, platinum-cured tubing, and single-use fittings and assemblies.
The company's underlying technology combines material science, precision manufacturing, and an in-house material identification laboratory (SEM, FTIR, TGA, DSC, ICP-MS, GC-MS, XRF) with proprietary engineering services, including the QualificationAssist application assessment program, material validation, vacuum baking, and inventory management. The business model is B2B enterprise field sales with custom quote-based pricing and multi-year contracts, generating revenue through precision components and parts sales, custom engineering services, repair and refurbishment, managed inventory programs, material validation testing, and component sourcing. CrestTec monetizes its position as an authorized Parker Hannifin distributor and the exclusive CKD Automation semiconductor fab distributor in North America, supported by strategic alliances with Precision Polymer Engineering and Evantic. Go-to-market relies on direct enterprise sales offices across the US plus international distribution in Edinburgh (UK) and Taoyuan (Taiwan), targeting US, Asian, and European semiconductor and biopharmaceutical manufacturers.
CrestTec firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- CrestTec
- Legal name
- CrestTec
- Website
- https://cresttec.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2011
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- CrestTec provides custom engineered components, coatings, refurbishment, and engineering services to semiconductor fabricators and biopharmaceutical processing plants. It operates as an authorized distributor for Parker Hannifin and the exclusive CKD semiconductor fab distributor in North America, with offices in the US, UK, and Taiwan.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
CrestTec industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Components
- NAICS
- Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing (339991)
- SIC
- Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050), Fabricated Rubber Products, Nec (3060)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Seals, Gaskets & O-Rings (Industrial Elastomer) (IMANALAC)
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Where CrestTec is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Austin
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices9 records
Markets served
CrestTec business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Precision Components and Parts Sales: Sale of precision-engineered components including seals, o-rings, valves, precision machined metals, tubing, fittings, and custom molded parts for semiconductor and biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Custom Engineering Services: Tailored engineering solutions including QualificationAssist program, root cause analysis, material identification, solution proposal support for Material Evaluation Committees and Change Review Boards.
- Repair and Refurbishment Services: Cost-effective repair and refurbishment services for equipment including spin chucks, motors, ESCs, and MFCs, providing long-term savings.
- Inventory Management Programs: Customized inventory management programs monitoring stock levels, forecasting demand, and ensuring timely deliveries.
- Material Validation Testing: Value-add material validation testing service ensuring consistent quality including elemental bulk ash analysis and FTIR testing.
- Sourcing Services: Component sourcing services using extensive network and industry expertise to secure high-quality, cost-effective materials.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom quote-based pricing for enterprise customers |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels3 records
CrestTec product offering
Product offeringCore offering
CrestTec designs, manufactures, and distributes precision-engineered components (seals, O-rings, sanitary gaskets, precision machined metals, valves, weldments, custom molded plastics, coatings, tubing, and single-use biopharma fittings) and provides custom engineering services for semiconductor fabricators and biopharmaceutical processing plants. Through its proprietary QualificationAssist program and in-house material identification laboratory, the company tailors parts and solutions to specific customer manufacturing applications to optimize equipment performance and lower total cost of ownership.
Product overview
CrestTec is a women-owned, ISO-certified company offering precision-engineered components and custom engineered solutions for the semiconductor and biopharmaceutical industries. The product portfolio spans two main divisions: Semiconductor Solutions (Seals including O-Rings and bonded solutions, Precision Machined Metals, Valves/Flow/Vacuum Control, Weldment Fabrication, Coatings, and Machined/Molded/3D Printed Plastics) and Biopharma Solutions (Sanitary Gaskets, O-Rings, Replacement Valve & Pump Diaphragms, Precision Molded and Machined Parts, Tubing, and Single Use Fittings/Assemblies). The offerings are complemented by service modules including QualificationAssist (data-driven application assessment), Material Validation, Material Identification using advanced laboratory techniques (SEM, FTIR, TGA, DSC, ICP-MS, GC-MS, XRF), Coatings Services, Repairs and Refurbishments, Vacuum Baking, Inventory Management Programs, Sourcing, and New Product Design and Upgrading. CrestTec positions itself as an engineering-focused partner rather than a conventional distributorship, providing customized solutions that optimize manufacturing processes over time.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Seals (O-Rings, spliced/vulcanized, custom molded, bonded) Comprehensive sealing solutions including O-Rings, spliced/vulcanized seals, custom molded shapes, and bonded solutions for semiconductor manufacturing, using materials such as Kimura, Nanofluor, Perlast, fluorocarbon, Nitrile, EPDM, and Silicone.
- Precision Machined Metals High-quality precision machined metal components including gas distribution face/blocker plates, electrodes, and chamber components designed for compatibility with 150-300mm semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
- Valves, Flow & Vacuum Control Specialized components for high-precision control over gas, liquid, vacuum, and pneumatic systems in semiconductor manufacturing, including gas control, chemical/liquid control, vacuum control, and pneumatic control components.
- Weldment Fabrication Precision weldment solutions for semiconductor deposition and etch markets with custom design collaboration, large-volume contract manufacturing, build-to-print services, and specialized coatings to reduce corrosion and particle contamination.
- Coatings Advanced coating solutions for semiconductor processes including Y203, amorphous silicon, and Teflon coatings designed for corrosion mitigation, particle control, and plasma resistance.
- Machined, Molded and 3D Printed Plastics High-precision plastic components for semiconductor applications using PFA, Acetal, ETFE, PEEK, PTFE, Torlon, and Vespel materials, with production-grade 3D printed parts available to reduce lead times.
- Sanitary Gaskets Sanitary gaskets designed for biopharmaceutical industry hygiene and contamination control requirements, including ANSI B16.5 Flange Gaskets, Manway Gaskets/Tank Seals, and Tri-Clover Clamps in various materials with full traceability.
- O-Rings (Biopharma) O-rings for maintaining purity and preventing contamination in biopharmaceutical processes, available in EPDM, FKM, FFKM, and silicone materials, compliant with FDA, ADIF, and USP standards.
- Replacement Valve & Pump Diaphragms Replacement diaphragms compatible with valves and pumps from Asepco/Watson-Marlow, Crane/Saunders, and ITT, with full traceability and design enhancements for longevity and performance.
- Precision Molded and Machined Parts (Biopharma) Custom precision molded shapes and machined parts using materials including PTFE, PEEK, Delrin, USP Class VI silicone rubber, EPDM, and metals for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Tubing (Biopharma) Specialized tubing solutions for biopharmaceutical industry quality and reliability standards, including platinum-cured silicone tubing customizable to specific requirements.
- Single Use Fittings & Assemblies Single-use fittings and assemblies for biopharmaceutical applications with gamma sterilization compatibility, low leachables/extractables, broad chemical resistance, and biocompatibility.
- QualificationAssist Data-driven approach using a template to gather comprehensive application data and provide tailored engineered solutions addressing specific manufacturing challenges for semiconductor and biopharma customers.
- Repairs and Refurbishments Cost-effective repair and refurbishment services for semiconductor equipment including spin chucks, motors, ESCs, and MFCs that deliver long-term savings without compromising quality.
- Vacuum Baking High-temperature vacuum environment process for accelerating outgassing and removing volatile organic compounds from parts such as o-rings, producing clean and reliable components for semiconductor and biopharma applications.
- Material Identification (Laboratory Analysis) Laboratory analysis service using SEM, FTIR, TGA, DSC, ICP-MS, GC-MS, and XRF techniques for material identification and characterization to support precision application matching.
Quantifiable outcome
- Lower overall cost of ownership for customers through optimized equipment performance
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use CrestTec
Customer profileSegments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
CrestTec technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
CrestTec partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.
- Precision Polymer Engineering (PPE)corePartnership established in 1975 with headquarters in Blackburn, England. PPE is a leading developer of elastomer materials, high-performance O-rings, and technical rubber moldings with manufacturing facilities in UK and US and global reach including Europe and Asia. As part of IDEX Sealing Solutions, PPE delivers on safety, efficiency, and reliability. This partnership amplifies CrestTec's access to state-of-the-art elastomer material advancements for semiconductor processes.
- Parker HannifincoreCrestTec is an authorized distributor for Parker Hannifin, leveraging extensive history and knowledge of how Parker seals and o-rings support semiconductor and life science manufacturing. Parker is an industry leader in creating custom shapes/sizes, elastomer to metal bonded parts, and unique composite designs for optimal performance in dynamic and harsh conditions.
- CKD AutomationcoreCKD manufactures total solutions for controlling chemical, gas, vacuum and pneumatic pressure for semiconductor manufacturing. CrestTec is CKD's only authorized semiconductor fab distributor in North America. Partnership offers custom weldment fabrication and standardized product lines aligned with CrestTec's dedication to excellence.
- EvanticstrategicEvantic is a leader in polymer development, molding, design, and machining materials with comprehensive understanding of various properties of plastics from physical to thermal. This partnership adds specialized material science capabilities to CrestTec's offerings, providing effective and tailored solutions for customer needs.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
CrestTec competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Trelleborg Sealing Solutions: Trelleborg's sealing solutions division serves semiconductor and life-science OEMs with custom elastomer seals and o-rings, directly competing for the same engineered-seal specification CrestTec pursues through its Parker and PPE partnerships.
- Greene Tweed & Co. Greene Tweed supplies high-performance elastomer seals, gaskets, and engineered components for semiconductor processing equipment and biopharmaceutical applications — the same upstream verticals CrestTec targets.
- Entegris, Inc. Entegris is a major supplier of specialty materials, fluid handling, and sub-system components for semiconductor fabs, mirroring CrestTec's precision machined metals, weldments and coatings that go into the same wafer-processing equipment.
- Swagelok Company: Swagelok designs and distributes fluid-system fittings, valves, and components used in semiconductor and biopharmaceutical process lines, comparable to CrestTec's valves, flow-control, and tubing assemblies business.
- Watson-Marlow (Spirax Group): Watson-Marlow provides fluid path technologies — including Asepco sanitary valves referenced by CrestTec — for biopharmaceutical manufacturing, directly overlapping CrestTec's biopharma diaphragms, single-use assemblies, and sanitary gasket product lines.
Broad incumbents
- Parker Hannifin: Parker is CrestTec's largest sealing-product partner but also sells seals, o-rings, and engineered solutions directly to the same semiconductor and life-science customers through its own Instrumentation and Industrial Segments — making it both channel partner and broad incumbent competitor.
- IDEX Corporation: IDEX owns Precision Polymer Engineering (CrestTec's elastomer partner) and operates multiple fluidics and sealing businesses serving biopharma and industrial markets, putting it in the same solution set as CrestTec's engineered-components portfolio.
- Flowserve Corporation: Flowserve manufactures pumps, valves, and seals for process industries including chemical, power, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing — supplying engineered fluid-handling and sealing components comparable to CrestTec's valve, gasket, and diaphragm offering.
- Dover Corporation: Dover's Engineered Products segment includes engineered components, fluid handling, and sealing solutions across industrial and process markets, providing overlap with CrestTec's broad custom-engineered components, gaskets, and flow-control portfolio.
Emerging players
- MKS Instruments: MKS supplies equipment, subsystems, and components used in semiconductor wafer processing — including vacuum, gas delivery, and motion control — overlapping CrestTec's precision machined metals, weldments, and vacuum/flow control product lines.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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CrestTec financial estimates
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CrestTec leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
CrestTec funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Frequently asked questions about CrestTec
What does CrestTec do?
CrestTec designs, manufactures, and distributes precision-engineered components (seals, O-rings, sanitary gaskets, precision machined metals, valves, weldments, custom molded plastics, coatings, tubing, and single-use biopharma fittings) and provides custom engineering services for semiconductor fabricators and biopharmaceutical processing plants. Through its proprietary QualificationAssist program and in-house material identification laboratory, the company tailors parts and solutions to specific customer manufacturing applications to optimize equipment performance and lower total cost of ownership.
Is CrestTec a public or private company?
CrestTec is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was CrestTec founded?
CrestTec was founded in 2011. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is CrestTec based?
CrestTec is headquartered in Austin, United States, in the North America region.
How does CrestTec make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Precision Components and Parts Sales are the primary driver. The others are custom Engineering Services, repair and Refurbishment Services, inventory Management Programs, material Validation Testing and sourcing Services.
Who are CrestTec's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, Greene Tweed & Co., Entegris, Inc., Swagelok Company and Watson-Marlow (Spirax Group). Broad incumbents are Parker Hannifin, IDEX Corporation, Flowserve Corporation and Dover Corporation. MKS Instruments is listed as an emerging player.
Does CrestTec have an API?
No public API is recorded for CrestTec.
What industry is CrestTec in?
CrestTec's product category is Semiconductor Manufacturing Components. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMANALAC, Seals, Gaskets & O-Rings (Industrial Elastomer). Its NAICS code is 339991 and its SIC code is 3050.