FlexoArt

What FlexoArt does

FlexoArt AB is a Swedish private industrial manufacturer, headquartered in Klippan, founded in 1983 (as Bentec Engineering) and reorganized under its current name in 2003. The company designs, engineers and manufactures ink transfer and doctoring systems for the flexographic and rotogravure printing industries, with its core product being a dual-chamber stainless steel chamber system featuring proprietary Low Blade Pressure (Soft Doctoring) technology, air-escaping capability, and the patented GripTite blade holder. FlexoArt supplies these chambers as first-dress OEM equipment on new presses from 40+ press manufacturers and as retrofit solutions for installed fleets including dedicated kits for Gallus R160/200 and EM280 presses, exporting to more than 70 countries.

The company's revenue model combines hardware sales (chamber systems across narrow/mid/wide web categories, doctor blades in carbon/stainless/tool steel, peristaltic and membrane pumps, hoses and auxiliary equipment), OEM/retrofit project revenue, and aftermarket recurring streams including consumables (GripTite holders, pre-cut blades, spare parts with 1-week standard delivery), chamber restoration services, and remote/on-site service assistance. Distribution is hybrid: direct sales for OEM and major retrofit projects, a global network of 18+ regional channel partners covering Europe, Americas, Asia and Oceania for local sales and service, and e-commerce for spare parts and consumables. Pricing is quote-based and varies by web width, configuration, ink type, and volume.

FlexoArt serves three primary customer segments: (1) flexographic printing press OEMs that embed FlexoArt chambers as standard equipment, (2) converters running narrow/mid/wide web presses who retrofit to improve print quality, enable higher speeds (up to 600 m/min), and reduce ink consumption (claimed 30% savings, 0.1–0.2 EUR/printed km operating cost), and (3) industrial engineering customers seeking custom CNC machining and small-series production. The company is founder/family-owned (Managing Director Per Bengtsson, with son Alexander Ottosson in technical sales and Joar Stenqvist leading R&D), operates from a single Swedish manufacturing facility built in 2012, and has explicitly stated a philosophy of organic growth at a pace that preserves owner control, with no disclosed external funding.

Name

FlexoArt

Legal name

FlexoArt AB

Website

https://flexoart.biz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

FlexoArt is a Swedish private manufacturer of ink transfer and doctoring chamber systems for flexographic printing presses, supplying patented dual-chamber stainless steel systems to 40+ press OEMs globally and serving retrofit converters across 70+ countries via direct sales and a regional channel partner network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Klippan

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Chamber Systems and Hardware: Primary revenue stream from manufacturing and selling ink transfer and doctoring chamber systems. Includes narrow web (150-700mm), mid-web (700-1100mm), and wide-web (1100+mm) solutions. Sold as complete chamber assemblies with suspension parts.
2. Doctor Blades and Consumables: Sales of strip steel doctor blades including pre-cut and roll formats. Consumables include GripTite holders, end seals, hoses, and other wear parts. Standard delivery within 1 week.
3. Pumps and Ink Handling Equipment: Peristaltic pumps (PX3, PX10) and membrane pumps (TX25, TX70) along with auxiliary equipment including reverse valves, floor stands, and ink tanks.
4. Spare Parts and Replacement Components: Full range of spare parts and consumables with all wear parts in stock. Unique identification number 'commission number' used for ordering spare parts. Standard delivery within 1 week.
5. Service and Support: Service assistance including training, maintenance, optimization, and remote assistance via Teams or digital platforms. On-site service available through partners.
6. Chamber Restoration: Chamber restoration services where FlexoArt technicians disassemble, clean, measure, repair, and reassemble chambers with new GripTite holders.
7. OEM and Retrofit Solutions: Both OEM supply of chamber systems as first-dress on new presses and retrofit installations for upgrading existing printing presses.
8. Engineering and Custom Solutions: Product development and practical solutions for various industries including extrusion, 3D printing, flexible packaging, dairy packaging, and drag racing. From single component to small series production.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

FlexoArt engineers, designs, and manufactures ink transfer and doctoring chamber systems, doctor blades, and consumables for the flexographic printing industry. The flagship offering is the FlexoArt Chamber System, a dual-chamber stainless steel chamber featuring proprietary Low Blade Pressure (Soft Doctoring) technology and air escaping technology. Supporting products include the GripTite blade holder system, peristaltic and membrane pumps (PX3, PX10, TX25, TX70), reverse valves, hoses, strip steel doctor blades, retrofit kits for Gallus presses, and custom engineering services.

Product overview

FlexoArt is an industrial manufacturing company specializing in ink transfer and doctoring systems for flexographic and rotogravure printing. The core product is the FlexoArt Chamber System, a dual-chamber stainless steel design featuring low blade pressure technology for high-quality printing. The product portfolio centers on the Chamber System platform with specialized variants (Narrow web LP3 for 150-700mm webs), complemented by the GripTite blade holder system, various pump solutions (PX10, PX3 peristaltic pumps; TX25/TX70 membrane pumps), reverse valves, auxiliary equipment, and hoses. Consumables include doctor blades (Strip Steel) in various materials (Athena carbon steel, Triton stainless steel, Hercules tool steel, MKOTE coated) available in rolls or pre-cut. Service offerings include Extra Chambers, Cleaning Bath, Washing Box, Service Table, Chamber Service Fixture, GripTite Jig, Chamber restoration, and Service assistance. Retrofit solutions cover Gallus R160/200 and EM280 presses. The company also serves the cans/fountain unit market and offers general engineering services for custom manufacturing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Flowart: Ink handling and circulation products including peristaltic pumps and related equipment for ink transfer systems.
• GripTite
• LP3
• Soft Doctoring

Products and services

• FlexoArt Chamber System The flagship ink transfer and doctoring system for flexographic and rotogravure printing, featuring dual chamber stainless steel design with Low Blade Pressure / Soft Doctoring technology and air escaping capability, supporting print speeds up to 600 meters per minute. Sold to OEM press manufacturers as first-dress equipment and to printing converters as retrofit installations.
• Narrow web LP3 Chamber System Chamber system platform for narrow web applications (web widths 150-700mm) designed for high performance ink transfer and doctoring, compatible with Nilpeter, Mark Andy, Focus, Lemu, MPS and Gallus presses. Supports tool-less repositioning and dual operating modes (external or internal circulation) via peristaltic or diaphragm pumps.
• GripTite blade holder system Patented doctor blade holder system with ink-tight gripping of doctor blades, providing smooth and precise doctoring. Available in straight and angled models for various press configurations, made from Swedish stainless steel. Supports fast tool-less exchange of doctor blades and minimizes downtime during color changes.
• One-color Flexo Printer (Compact Web) Modular one-color flexo printing unit integrating a chamber doctor blade system, frame, anilox, impression roller, and print roller. Supports water, solvent, or UV based inks with printing width 50-250mm or 50-350mm, featuring patented ink-tight controlled metering.
• PX10 peristaltic pump Reliable peristaltic pump for high viscosity inks with single or dual head configurations, integrated speed control, RS485 MODBUS interface, and energy-efficient operation for harsh environments. Sells under the FlowArt sub-brand for ink handling.
• PX3 peristaltic pump Compact peristaltic pump for high viscosity inks with stainless steel housing, built-in boost function, and digital LED display. Suitable for water-based and UV inks.
• TX25 and TX70 membrane pumps High-quality diaphragm pumps with integrated speed control and shut-off valve, ATEX-marked for explosive environments, handling viscosities and particle contaminated fluids (TX25 max 25 l/min, TX70 max 70 l/min).
• Reverse valve Dual direction valve for ink and washing systems that converts single direction diaphragm pumps into two-way pumps, enabling fast ink evacuation and efficient cleaning.
• Auxiliary equipment (floor stands, ink tanks, trolleys, pipe systems) Floor stands for single and dual pump configurations, ink tanks, trolleys, and pipe systems for flexible ink handling operations.
• Hoses (Norpren, PVC, EPDM) Industrial hoses including Norpren tubing for peristaltic pumps, PVC hoses for water-based inks, and EPDM hoses for solvent-based inks, available in various inner diameters.
• FlexoArt Strip Steel (doctor blades) Swedish spring steel doctor blades in 10mm width, available in carbon steel (Athena), stainless steel (Triton), tool steel (Hercules), and coated versions (MKOTE) for various printing conditions.
• Pre-cut Doctor Blade Pre-cut doctor blades ready for immediate installation into GripTite holders, minimizing downtime, available in exact lengths with rounded corners for safe handling.
• Gallus R160/200 UV-Flexo Retrofit UV-Flexo printing unit converting Gallus R160/R200 letterpress or rotary screen machines to high-quality flexo printing. Drop-in solution with existing collet shaft compatibility, includes a feature for 180-degree anilox turn for tool-free change from left to right hand printing.
• Gallus EM280 Chamber Retrofit Doctoring chamber unit for Gallus EM280 that replaces the fountain roller and open ink tray. 100% compatible drop-in solution with patented rigid construction eliminating vibrations at high speed and enabling high-speed quality printing.
• Cans (Fountain Units) Industry-standard fountain units for can makers, with the latest G2 generation designed for compatibility with older generation units for easy upgrades.
• Spare parts and consumables High-quality original spare parts and consumables including suspension parts and wear parts (GripTite holders, end seals, hoses), all precision-constructed for perfect fit and optimized performance. Standard delivery within 1 week; unique commission number used for ordering.
• Extra chamber (pre-serviced spare chamber unit) Pre-serviced spare chamber units for quick exchange during color changes or cleaning, minimizing machine downtime. Chambers are interchangeable across any printing position.
• Cleaning bath Space-saving external cleaning solution for overnight soaking of FlexoArt chambers and pipes while machines continue operating with extra chambers.
• Washing Box System for cleaning chambers, hoses and pumps while machines run with extra chambers; easy exchange from ink to cleaning agent with no dripping.
• Service Table Dedicated workspace table with pegboard, tool holders and storage for service and maintenance of FlexoArt chambers, available in 1500mm and 2000mm sizes.
• Chamber Service Fixture Stainless steel fixture providing solid grip of chamber during service and maintenance, mounts to a Service Table or workbench for safe, precise blade and end-seal changes.
• GripTite Jig Alignment tool for GripTite holder repairs, fixing chambers in position for precise GripTite replacement without measuring.
• Chamber restoration service Factory restoration service for FlexoArt chambers including disassembly, cleaning, measurement, dent correction, realignment, and reassembly with new GripTite Holders, performed by FlexoArt technicians.
• Service assistance (training, maintenance, optimization) Remote and on-site support including training, service, maintenance and performance optimization via Teams or digital platforms, with on-site assistance available through trusted partners.
• Engineering Services (custom product development) Custom product development and manufacturing services from idea to finished product, including CNC machining, special alloy work and customized solutions for extrusion, 3D printing, flexible packaging, dairy packaging, drag racing, and general mechanical engineering industries. Single component through small series production.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% ink savings compared to fountain/ubber roll systems
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers3 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

Feature10 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Egberts RubbercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetherlands-based partner handling Doctoring Chamber Systems, UV-Flexo print head for Gallus R160/200, Chamber unit for Gallus EM 280, and GripTite System. Contact: Mr Jan Wemekamp.
• GraficoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwitzerland-based partner (Wittenbach/St. Gallen) specializing in UV-Flexi print head for Gallus R160/200. Contact: Mr Martin Erni.
• Miller Graphics GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScandinavian partner (Miller Graphics Scandinavia AB, Sunne, Sweden) and Miller Graphics Poland (Rokietnica, Poland) and Miller Graphics Pietarsaari Oy (Finland) offering Doctoring Chamber Systems, GripTite holders, Printing units, and Ink handling products (FlowArt).
• Lapeyra TaltavullcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpain-based partner (Barcelona) offering Doctoring Chamber Systems and UV-Flexo print head for Gallus R160/200. Contact: Mr Alex Fornos.
• TecnimprensacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPortugal-based partner (Porto) offering Doctoring Chamber Systems, GripTite System, UV-Flexo print head for Gallus R160/200, and Chamber unit for Gallus EM 280. Contact: Mr Johnny Ramalho.
• CF Machinery LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK/Ireland partner (Newbury, Berkshire) offering Doctoring Chamber Systems and GripTite System. Contact: Mr Colin Farrant.
• UTC - Ursula M. Thiel ConsultancyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGermany-based partner specializing in Doctoring Chamber Systems for envelope machines. Contact: [email protected].
• Garant MaschinenhandelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGermany-based partner (Lengerich/Westf.) offering Doctoring Chamber Systems. Part of the W&P Group.
• PRO messerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrance-based partner (Le Quesnoy) specializing in GripTite System. Contact: Mr Frédéric Gonzales Moran.
• PBH FrancecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrance-based partner (Paris) offering Doctoring Chamber Systems, UV-Flexo print head for Gallus R160/200, Chamber unit for Gallus EM 280, and GripTite System. Contact: Mr Kévin Bertrand.
• FLXON IncorporatedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmericas partner (Charlotte, NC, USA) serving USA, Canada, and Mexico. Specializing in Doctoring Chamber Systems, GripTite System for Label Market and Narrow Web. Contact: Mr Ryan Sharkey.
• Innovative Printing TechnologiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmericas partner (Sarasota, Florida) serving Label Market and Narrow Web, UV-Flexo print head for Gallus R160/200, and Chamber unit for Gallus EM280. Contact: Mr Peter Kuschnitzky.
• GadeliuscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapan-based partner (Tokyo) serving the Japanese market. Contact: Mr Yoshihisa Ikeda.
• Scan Grafiks (Madras) Pvt. Ltd.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndia/Sri Lanka partner (Chennai, Tamil Nadu) serving the Indian subcontinent market. Contact: Mr R S Bakshi.
• A SA Trading & Service Co. LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVietnam/Cambodia partner (Ho Chi Minh City) serving Southeast Asian market. Contact: Dung Huynh.
• Converting Tech LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew Zealand partner (Auckland) specializing in UV-Flexo print head for Gallus R160/200 and Chamber unit for Gallus EM 280. Contact: Mr Matthew Richardson.
• StripsteelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralia-based partner (Carrum Downs, VIC) serving the Australian market. Contact: Mr Rob Holzinger.
• Egberts Rubber (Belgium)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBelgium contact through Egberts Rubber Netherlands. Contact: Mr Ruud Peters.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Maxcess International: Global supplier of web-handling, converting, and printing components including doctoring systems and chambers. Larger and broader portfolio than FlexoArt, with overlap in flexographic inking and web-guiding equipment sold to the same converter and OEM customers.
• Comexi Group: Spanish manufacturer of flexographic presses for flexible packaging (Comexi FW series). A direct OEM and retrofit customer for FlexoArt's chamber systems, illustrated by the Comexi FW1508 8-color retrofit case study, and a broader incumbent in the same mid-web flexo market.
• HEIDELBERG / Gallus Group: Major press manufacturer (parent: HEIDELBERG) that produces Gallus narrow-web flexo presses. Both an OEM customer (FlexoArt supplies chamber systems and retrofits for Gallus R160/200 and EM280) and a broader competitor in flexographic press equipment.

Direct peers

• TKM GmbH: Specialist manufacturer of doctor blades and chamber-related consumables for flexographic, gravure, and offset printing. Closely comparable to FlexoArt's GripTite holder and Strip Steel blade portfolio in product scope and converter customer base.
• Harper Corporation of America: Manufacturer of anilox rolls, doctor blades, and related flexographic press consumables. Directly comparable to FlexoArt on the consumables side of the flexo inking system and shares the same narrow-web and wide-web converter customers.
• Pamarco Global Graphics: Global manufacturer of anilox rolls and flexographic printing supplies. Overlaps with FlexoArt in serving flexo converters and press OEMs with key inking system components and consumables.
• Felix Böttcher GmbH & Co. KG: German manufacturer of printing rollers, blankets, doctor blades, and consumables for the printing industry. Directly comparable to FlexoArt as a supplier of doctoring components and printing consumables to flexographic converters and press OEMs across the same customer base.
• Daetwyler SwissTec: Swiss producer of doctor blades, inking systems, and printing consumables. Competes with FlexoArt in supplying chamber components, blades, and ink-handling solutions to flexographic press OEMs and converters in the same European and global channels.
• Apex Europe (Flexible Europe BV): European manufacturer of doctor blades and precision strip steel for the printing industry. Competes head-to-head with FlexoArt's Strip Steel and pre-cut blade lines for label and packaging converters.
• Rossini S.p.A. Italian manufacturer of printing rollers, sleeves, and consumables for flexo and offset printing. Comparable to FlexoArt as a European-based supplier of printing press components to global OEMs and converters.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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