Depco
DEPCO Enterprises is a privately held Kansas-based provider of Career and Technical Education curriculum, industrial training equipment, and educational technology to US K-12 schools, post-secondary institutions, and workforce development organizations, combining proprietary curriculum with authorized reseller partnerships for 50+ major brands.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1993
- HeadquartersFrontenac, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Depco does
DEPCO Enterprises, LLC is a privately held, Kansas-based provider of Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum, equipment, and supporting services to US K-12 schools, post-secondary technical institutions, and workforce development organizations. Founded over 30 years ago and operating with 11-50 employees, the company combines its own proprietary curriculum products (DEPCO Career Exploration Modules, DEPCO Gears EdS robotics platform, Industrial Automation and Pre-Engineering/IAP program, Health Science labs, and the DEPCO Studio multimedia curriculum delivery system) with authorized reseller arrangements for 50+ third-party industrial and educational technology brands including Stratasys, UltiMaker, MakerBot, DOBOT, ABB, SOLIDWORKS, NAO, SawStop, Miller Welding, and TII Technical Education Systems.
The business operates as a platform-plus-modules architecture: DEPCO supplies turnkey, project-based learning systems in which proprietary curriculum (aligned to MSSC, NSSB, National Career Clusters, NGSS, and CSTA standards) is bundled with industry-standard hardware and ongoing consumables, parts, and professional development services. Revenue is generated through four primary streams: one-time sales of educational equipment (3D printers, CNC machines, robotics, welding trainers), one-time sales of curriculum and training materials, recurring transactional revenue from parts and consumables (1,933 parts and 224 consumable items listed in the online store, priced from $0.45 to $1,081), and professional development/training services. Pricing is predominantly quote-based for institutional sales, with unit-based list pricing for the e-commerce channel.
Distribution is sales-led, executed through a combination of direct field sales (regional sales managers including Ernie Wake, Tracy Bourne, Aaron Panek, and President Rod Murphy), authorized regional dealers (Lab Resources covering Texas, Learning Labs covering Kentucky), and a direct e-commerce storefront. DEPCO reports a geographic footprint spanning 16+ US states plus international distribution into Australia, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, and Puerto Rico. Long-tenured institutional customers such as Purdue University's Engineering/Technology Teacher Education program evidence the relationship-based nature of the business, which has no disclosed outside equity backing, no parent company, and no public financial reporting.
Depco firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Depco
- Legal name
- DEPCO Enterprises, LLC
- Website
- https://depcollc.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1993
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- DEPCO Enterprises is a privately held Kansas-based provider of Career and Technical Education curriculum, industrial training equipment, and educational technology to US K-12 schools, post-secondary institutions, and workforce development organizations, combining proprietary curriculum with authorized reseller partnerships for 50+ major brands.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Depco industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) Solutions
- NAICS
- Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (423430), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)
- SIC
- Services-Educational Services (8200)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces) (EDAEAIAC)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Instructional Equipment & Classroom Tools (Whiteboards, Lab Kits, Manipulatives) (EDAEAIAB)
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Where Depco is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Frontenac
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Depco business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations
Revenue model
- Educational Equipment Sales: Sale of hardware, robotics, 3D printers, CNC machines, and industrial training equipment to educational institutions
- Curriculum and Training Materials: Sale of student workbooks, instructor manuals, installation CDs, and curriculum modules for various CTE programs
- Parts and Consumables: Ongoing sales of replacement parts, supplies, and consumable materials for equipment (over 1,933 parts and 224 consumable items in online store)
- Professional Development and Training: Training services including in-service training, showcases, and workshops for educators
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Individual Parts - Price range from $0.45 to $350+ per item |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Consumables - Price range from $1.00 to $49.75 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PLTW Curriculum Kits - Price range from $49.95 to $975 |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
Depco product offering
Product offeringCore offering
DEPCO Enterprises, LLC sells hands-on, modular Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum, training equipment, and educational technology to middle schools, high schools, post-secondary institutions, and workforce development programs. The company develops proprietary curriculum modules (Career Exploration, IAP, Gears EdS, Health Science) delivered through its DEPCO Studio software platform, and serves as an authorized reseller for 50+ leading brands including Stratasys, UltiMaker, MakerBot, ABB, SOLIDWORKS, and DOBOT. Revenue is generated through one-time equipment sales, curriculum materials, parts/consumables, and professional development training services.
Product overview
DEPCO Enterprises, LLC is a national leader in Career and Technical Education (CTE) solutions providing hands-on, customizable educational systems for over 30 years. The company's portfolio operates as a platform-plus-modules architecture combining DEPCO's own curriculum products with a comprehensive range of third-party technology brands. DEPCO's core offerings include Career Exploration Modules (covering science, business, marketing, IT, technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, and industrial automation), DEPCO Gears Robotics (a STEM-focused robotics platform with industry-grade components), Industrial Automation and Pre-Engineering (IAP) programs (divided into Level 1 Fundamentals and Level 2 Applications modules covering CAD/CAM, CNC, PLC, hydraulics, pneumatics, and motor controls), Health Science Education programs, and DEPCO Studio (a digital curriculum delivery system). The company resells an extensive ecosystem of commercial brands including Stratasys 3D printing systems (FDM, PolyJet, SAF, SLA technologies), UltiMaker, MakerBot, DOBOT robotics, ABB robotics, NAO humanoid robots, SOLIDWORKS, CoderZ, DARTdrones, Miller welding, SawStop, Body Interact AI simulation, and many others. DEPCO also operates an e-commerce store for parts, consumables, and Gears EdS components. The company serves middle schools, high schools, technical programs, and workforce development professionals across the United States with regional dealer networks.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Gears EdS: Robotics platform using hands-on engineering products in middle schools, high schools, and colleges to teach STEM concepts. Uses industry-grade components designed for classroom use.
- DEPCO Studio
- DEPCO Career Exploration Modules
- DEPCO Health Science
- Industrial Automation and Pre-Engineering (IAP)
- DEPCO Mobile Training Solutions
Products and services
- DEPCO Career Exploration Modules Hands-on, modular curriculum covering career clusters, science, business, marketing, IT, technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, and industrial automation for K-12 and post-secondary markets. Designed for students to discover career paths and build workplace skills.
- DEPCO Gears Robotics (Gears EdS) Robotics platform using hands-on engineering products with industry-grade components for middle schools, high schools, and colleges to teach STEM concepts.
- DEPCO Industrial Automation and Pre-Engineering (IAP) Skills-based, hands-on, interactive learning system using standard industrial equipment and software, providing basics through advanced troubleshooting skills for secondary and post-secondary schools. Includes Level 1 (CAD/CAM, CNC Machining, CNC Turning, Engineering Design, Industrial Hydraulics, Mechanical Systems, Motor Controls, NAO Robotics, PLC, Pneumatics, Sensors, Tolerance/Quality Control) and Level 2 advanced modules.
- DEPCO Health Science Health Science Education labs introducing middle and high school students to healthcare careers through curriculum and hands-on experience aligned with National Health Science Standards.
- DEPCO Studio Curriculum delivery software system using digital videos, animations, narrations, interactive content, photographs, and Computer Aided Instruction (CAI) to modernize subject matter instruction for educators and students.
- Mobile Training Solutions Portable, hands-on learning experiences bringing technical education directly to classrooms or training sites for various STEM and trade disciplines.
- STEAM Kits - MakerSpace Kits Hands-on materials and tools inspiring creativity and innovation in robotics, electronics, engineering, and design for classrooms and labs.
- Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Innovative STEM curriculum supporting engineering, biomedical science, and computer science exploration with hands-on learning tools, distributed through PLTW curriculum kits including Insulated Building Construction, Digital Caliper, and Drill Press among others.
- 3D Printing Solutions Comprehensive 3D printing product line including Stratasys printers (FDM, PolyJet, SAF, SLA technologies), MakerBot, UltiMaker, Dremel DigiLab, and related equipment for education and industry.
- Robotics Solutions Wide range of robotics platforms including ABB, DOBOT, NAO humanoid robots, NIRYO, Gears EdS, MINDS-i, RobotLAB, intelitek, and Stokes Robotics for educational and industrial applications.
- CAD/CAM/Simulation Solutions Computer-aided design and manufacturing solutions including SOLIDWORKS, Mastercam curriculum, camInstructor training, Tormach CNC equipment, and related educational materials.
- Simulation Programs Immersive training using realistic virtual and physical models for practical experience in technical skills, troubleshooting, and decision-making.
- Electronics Programs Principles of electricity, circuits, and components through hands-on projects preparing students for careers in engineering and technology.
- Alternative Energy Education Renewable energy technologies including solar, wind, and hydrogen with hands-on STEM-focused learning for clean energy career preparation.
- Career Cluster Modules Organized instruction based on 16 broad career cluster categories encompassing occupations from entry to professional levels, aligned with the National Career Clusters Framework.
- Professional Development and Training Services In-service training, showcases, and workshops for educators covering AutoDesk, Career Exploration, IAP, Robotics, SolidWorks, and Special Topics, with custom training request available.
- Online Store - Parts Online parts catalog with 1,933 items including industrial automation components, pneumatics, hydraulics, motors, and educational equipment parts priced from $0.45 to $1,081.00.
- Online Store - Consumables Consumable supplies including acrylics, adhesives, batteries, blades, safety equipment, and educational materials priced from $1.00 to $49.75.
Quantifiable outcome
- Helps students earn industry credentials and gain competitive advantages in careers across Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, and Transportation
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Companies that use Depco
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Depco technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Depco partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
29 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.
- StratasyscoreDEPCO is an authorized reseller of Stratasys 3D printing technology including FDM, PolyJet, P3 DLP, SAF, and Stereolithography systems. Regional availability in Kansas and Missouri.
- UltiMakercoreDEPCO distributes UltiMaker 3D printers including S3, S5, S7, and Method XL models. Available in Kansas and Missouri.
- DOBOTcoreDEPCO offers DOBOT and DOBOT Industrial collaborative robots for education and industry. Available in multiple states including Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and West Texas.
- MakerBotcoreDEPCO distributes MakerBot 3D printers including Sketch Standard and Sketch Sprint models. Available nationwide in the US.
- ABB, Inc.majorDEPCO offers ABB robotics educational packages for schools and colleges demonstrating real-life programming concepts. Available in multiple US states.
- SOLIDWORKSmajorDEPCO distributes SOLIDWORKS CAD software and education program. Available in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, and Oklahoma.
- intelitekmajorDEPCO offers intelitek technology training solutions covering STEM, robotics, machining, automation, and manufacturing. Available in Kansas and Missouri.
- RobotLABmajorDEPCO distributes RobotLAB educational robotics products including AI, AR/VR, mobile robots, and curriculum. Available in multiple states.
- DARTdronesminorDEPCO distributes DARTdrones drone training programs including basic flight, Part 107 test prep, and advanced industry training. Available nationwide in the US.
- Body InteractminorDEPCO offers Body Interact AI-based virtual patient simulator with physiological algorithms for clinical education training.
- Clean-Air IndustriesminorDEPCO distributes Clean-Air Industries air filtration products for welding labs and manufacturing environments. Trusted by hundreds of schools across North America.
- Epilog LasersminorDEPCO offers Epilog Laser engraving, cutting, and marking systems. Available in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, and Missouri.
- Miller Welding ProductsminorDEPCO distributes Miller welding education systems including AugmentedArc AR welding simulation. Available in multiple states.
- SawStopminorDEPCO offers SawStop safety tablesaws with skin-detection technology stopping blade in under 5 milliseconds. Available in multiple states.
- Roland DGAminorDEPCO distributes Roland wide-format printers, vinyl cutters, 3D scanners, and engravers. Available in Kansas and Missouri.
- TormachminorDEPCO offers Tormach compact CNC mills, routers, lathes, and accessories designed for prototyping and specialty manufacturing. Available in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, and Ohio.
- TII Technical Education SystemsminorDEPCO distributes TII integrated hands-on learning systems for technical training and industrial certifications. Founded 1964, internationally known leader. Available in multiple states.
- MINDS-iminorDEPCO offers MINDS-i robotics with C++ programming and open-source robots for STEM education. Available in Kansas and Missouri.
- KANOminorDEPCO distributes KANO computer kits powered by Raspberry Pi for coding and computing education. Available nationwide in the US.
- SimlogminorDEPCO offers Simlog heavy equipment operation simulators for workforce training. Available in Kansas and Missouri.
- Forest CNCminorDEPCO distributes Forest CNC machines for educational training and prototyping. Available in multiple states including Kentucky.
- Stokes RoboticsminorDEPCO offers Stokes Robotics solutions for education, manufacturing, and security sectors. Available in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.
- BOSSLASERminorDEPCO distributes BOSSLASER CO2 and Fiber laser cutter/engraver systems for education. Available in New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, and West Texas.
- Lab ResourcesmajorAuthorized dealer covering Texas (except West Texas), with contacts Brian Allan and Danny Allan serving different regions.
- Learning Labs, Inc.majorAuthorized dealer for Kentucky covering Calhoun, GA area. Contact: Jarratt Bryan, [email protected], 800-334-4943.
- STAHLSminorDEPCO distributes STAHLS heat transfer equipment and materials for graphic communications education. Available globally.
- Vizitech USAminorDEPCO offers Vizitech MedTable AR for interactive 3D, Augmented Reality, and VR learning in medical education. Available in Kansas and Missouri.
- SARIN Energy SolutionsminorDEPCO distributes SARIN LED lights and UVC sterilization products. ISO 9001:2015 certified. Available nationwide in the US.
- Oryx AdditiveminorDEPCO offers Oryx additive manufacturing solutions for semi-automated to fully automated production. Available in multiple states.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Depco competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Tooling U-SME: Tooling U-SME provides online manufacturing and technical workforce training with credentials, addressing the same CTE and workforce development buyer that DEPCO serves through its curriculum and credentialing programs.
- TII Technical Education Systems: TII Technical Education Systems has provided integrated hands-on learning systems and laboratory equipment for technical training and industrial certifications since 1964, directly mirroring DEPCO's IAP and Career Exploration offerings for the same school customer base.
- Intelitek: Intelitek provides STEM, robotics, machining, automation, and manufacturing training solutions with certification programs. DEPCO actually resells some Intelitek offerings in certain states, indicating overlapping product portfolios and target markets.
- Amatrol: Amatrol is a direct competitor offering technical skills curriculum and hands-on training systems for CTE, industrial maintenance, and STEM, covering similar subject areas (mechatronics, automation, robotics) and serving similar secondary and post-secondary customers.
- Project Lead The Way (PLTW): PLTW is a leading STEM curriculum provider for K-12; DEPCO is an authorized reseller of PLTW kits and curriculum, indicating the same customer base (engineering, biomedical, computer science teachers) and direct channel overlap.
- RobotLAB: RobotLAB provides educational robotics, AI, AR/VR, drones, and standards-aligned curriculum. DEPCO resells RobotLAB products, showing direct overlap in robotics curriculum delivery and target buyers.
- Festo Didactic: Festo Didactic supplies mechatronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automation training systems used in CTE labs globally, addressing the same DEPCO IAP curriculum topics and the same post-secondary/technical college buyer.
Broad incumbents
- Stratasys: Stratasys is a major industrial 3D printing manufacturer with a deep education vertical; DEPCO is an authorized reseller, but Stratasys also sells direct to large school districts, making it both a partner and competitor.
- MakerBot: MakerBot operates a desktop 3D printing education program with certification, mirroring DEPCO's resold MakerBot education offering at greater scale with its own direct school sales motion.
Emerging players
- zSpace: zSpace provides immersive AR/VR STEM learning; competes with the Vizitech AR/VR and Body Interact simulator offerings that DEPCO resells, targeting the same CTE/health science labs and K-12 buyer.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance1 record
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Depco leadership team
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Profiles4 records
Depco funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Depco
What does Depco do?
DEPCO Enterprises, LLC sells hands-on, modular Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum, training equipment, and educational technology to middle schools, high schools, post-secondary institutions, and workforce development programs. The company develops proprietary curriculum modules (Career Exploration, IAP, Gears EdS, Health Science) delivered through its DEPCO Studio software platform, and serves as an authorized reseller for 50+ leading brands including Stratasys, UltiMaker, MakerBot, ABB, SOLIDWORKS, and DOBOT. Revenue is generated through one-time equipment sales, curriculum materials, parts/consumables, and professional development training services.
Is Depco a public or private company?
Depco is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Depco founded?
Depco was founded in 1993. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Depco based?
Depco is headquartered in Frontenac, United States, in the North America region.
How does Depco make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Educational Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are curriculum and Training Materials, parts and Consumables and professional Development and Training.
Who are Depco's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Tooling U-SME, TII Technical Education Systems, Intelitek, Amatrol, Project Lead The Way (PLTW), RobotLAB and Festo Didactic. Broad incumbents are Stratasys and MakerBot. zSpace is listed as an emerging player.
Does Depco have an API?
No public API is recorded for Depco.
What industry is Depco in?
Depco's product category is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Solutions. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDAEAIAC, Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces), with a secondary code of EDAEAIAB, Instructional Equipment & Classroom Tools (Whiteboards, Lab Kits, Manipulatives). Its NAICS code is 423430 and its SIC code is 8200.