What Nortech Graphics does

Nortech Graphics Inc. is a privately held US manufacturer of screen printing equipment operating from a single facility in Lead Hill, Arkansas. Founded in 2006, the company produces aluminum screen printing frames, its proprietary Eco Frame reusable-frame system with replaceable mesh panels, roller frames, wood silk screen frames, screen racks, work and pallet carts, squeegees, and dual-edge scoop coaters. The company claims the largest US capacity for screen stretching and frame manufacturing, supported by a large installed base of stretching equipment from Grunig, Harlacher, Saati, and Sefar, plus in-house custom machinery, with quality inspection performed on a 10-inch thick granite machinist's table. Manufacturing is anchored in tightly localized sourcing: aluminum is sourced directly from US extrusion plants in Arkansas, Missouri, and Louisiana (main supplier within 25 minutes of the factory), and wood is sourced from responsibly managed poplar forests in central Ohio.

The business model is predominantly direct-to-consumer e-commerce through nortechgraphics.com, supplemented by phone, email, and WhatsApp-based custom quoting. Revenue is generated from one-time product sales of frames, Eco Frames, racks, squeegees, coaters, mesh, adhesives, and consumables, plus professional screen re-stretch services. Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed, reflecting the custom nature of frame dimensions, mesh specifications, and profile selection (Standard, HD Lite, HD, Roller). The customer base spans at least 10 vertical segments of the screen printing industry, including textile and apparel decoration, large format graphics, industrial OEM, automotive, printed circuit board, promotional products, pen and bottle printing, and industrial filtration and sifting. Strategic supply relationships with SAATI, SEFAR, NBC Meshtec (mesh), Kiwo and Parson Adhesives (adhesives), and Grunig and Harlacher (equipment) underpin the product offering. The Eco Frame system functions as the company's principal product differentiator, enabling mesh changes in approximately one minute without adhesive, with claimed shipping cost reductions of 10x and 66x higher panel density per box compared to traditional frames.

Name

Nortech Graphics

Legal name

Nortech Graphics Inc.

Website

https://nortechgraphics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Nortech Graphics Inc. is a privately held US manufacturer in Lead Hill, Arkansas, producing American-made aluminum screen printing frames, its proprietary Eco Frame reusable-panel system, mesh panels, racks, squeegees, and scoop coaters for screen printers across textile, industrial, graphic, automotive, PCB, and promotional end markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Lead Hill

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Screen Printing Frame Sales: Manufacture and sale of aluminum screen printing frames, Eco Frames, and mesh panels. Frames are custom-built or available in standard configurations. Revenue is generated through one-time product purchases with options for various customization levels including frame size, mesh brand/spec, adhesive type, and add-on features.
2. Accessories and Supplies: Sale of supporting equipment and consumables including screen racks, work carts, pallet racks, squeegees (wood and aluminum handles), scoop coaters, wood silk screen frames, mesh, adhesives, tapes, and screen stretching equipment.
3. Screen Re-stretch Services: Professional re-stretching services for existing customer frames using premium mesh and adhesives. Provides additional revenue from existing customer base needing periodic screen maintenance.
4. Permanent Blockout and Screen Sealants: Sale of screen treatment products for permanent blockout and sealing applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Nortech Graphics manufactures American-made aluminum screen printing frames, the proprietary Eco Frame reusable mesh panel system, and related screen room equipment including stretching equipment, squeegees, scoop coaters, and screen racks. The company also distributes premium mesh from SAATI, SEFAR, and NBC Meshtec along with adhesives and sealants, and offers professional screen re-stretch and re-mesh services for printing businesses.

Product overview

Nortech Graphics is primarily a manufacturer serving the screen-printing industry, producing American-made products in the Arkansas Ozark Mountains. The product portfolio centers on aluminum screen printing frames (Static Frames), Eco Frames (including Standard, Tag/Promo/bottle, HD Lite, and HD variants), and Eco Panels/Mesh Panels that work with the Eco Frame system. Supporting products include Roller Frames, Wood Silk Screen Frames, Screen Racks, Work Carts, Pallet Carts, Squeegees (wood and aluminum handles with various blade options), and Dual Edge Scoop Coaters. The company also provides premium mesh from SAATI, SEFAR, and NBC Meshtec suppliers, adhesives from Kiwo, SAATI, and Parson, plus consumables including Permanent Blockout, screen sealants, and tapes. Services include Screen Re-stretch Services. The Eco Frame system allows mesh changes in approximately 1 minute without adhesive, offering significant cost and environmental advantages over traditional frames.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Eco Frame: Environmentally friendly frame system with reusable frames and replaceable mesh panels, designed for quick mesh changes without adhesives
• Eco Panel

Quantifiable outcome

• Mesh panels can be changed in approximately 1 minute vs. traditional re-stretch process
• +4 more outcomes

Segments5 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

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• SAATIcoreTechnology or IntegrationPremier mesh manufacturer supplying Nortech with SAATI Hi-Tex (textile printing), Hi-R (atmospheric plasma treated for superior stencil adhesion), and Hi-Dro (water-based/plastisol) mesh. SAATI equipment is also used in Nortech's stretching operations. Long-standing supply partnership with no exceptions on quality.
• NBC MeshteccoreTechnology or IntegrationPremium mesh supplier providing Beta Series (economic quality) and Alpha Series (all-purpose) mesh for various screen printing applications. Mesh features excellent tension stability, high dimensional accuracy, smooth ink transfer, and long life.
• SEFARcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal mesh manufacturer supplying PET-1500 mesh with low mesh relaxation, wide range of specs, and surface treatment for stencil adhesion. Also provides stretching equipment and technology. SEFAR equipment used in Nortech manufacturing operations.
• KiwomajorTechnology or IntegrationAdhesive manufacturer supplying screen printing adhesives used in Nortech's frame manufacturing and re-stretching services. Kiwo two-part adhesive available as option for customers.
• Parson AdhesivesmajorTechnology or IntegrationAdhesive supplier providing screen printing adhesives for Nortech frame manufacturing and re-stretch services. One of the adhesive options offered for bonding mesh to frames.
• GrunigcoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment manufacturer supplying screen stretching equipment to Nortech. Grunig equipment is part of Nortech's large arsenal of stretching equipment representing the largest capacity in the US.
• HarlachercoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment manufacturer supplying screen stretching equipment to Nortech. Harlacher equipment contributes to Nortech's stretching equipment arsenal.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Anatol Equipment Manufacturing: US-based manufacturer of screen printing presses, dryers, and prepress equipment for apparel, graphic, and industrial applications. Comparable as a domestic OEM competing for the same screen printing trade customers.
• Vastex: US-based manufacturer of screen printing equipment including presses, dryers, flash cure units, and exposure systems. Comparable as a US-based OEM serving the same screen printing trade with capital equipment and shop consumables.
• Workhorse Products: US-based screen printing equipment manufacturer producing presses, dryers, and flash units for small and mid-size shops. Comparable as a US-based competitor serving the same screen printing customer base with shop equipment.
• Atlas Screen Supply: US-based distributor and manufacturer of screen printing frames, screens, and supplies. Comparable as a US-headquartered supplier of frames and consumables to the same screen printing customer segments.
• Lawson Screen & Digital Products: US-based manufacturer and supplier of screen printing equipment, frames, and exposure units. Comparable as a domestic OEM and supplier competing in the US screen printing market with similar product breadth.
• Ryonet: US-based screen printing equipment and supplies distributor/manufacturer (including Riley Hopkins brand) selling aluminum frames, mesh, squeegees, and full shop solutions to textile, promotional, and industrial screen printers. Directly comparable as a US-headquartered one-stop supplier of frames and consumables.

Broad incumbents

• M&R Companies: Largest US-based manufacturer of screen printing equipment, including presses, dryers, and pre-press. Comparable as a US-headquartered, full-line screen printing equipment OEM serving overlapping textile, graphics, and industrial customer segments, though M&R's portfolio extends well beyond frames.
• Sefar Group: Swiss-headquartered global leader in precision mesh and screen printing supplies, with a major US subsidiary and stretching equipment business. Comparable as a global incumbent supplying premium mesh and equipment to screen printers, including as a direct competitor to Nortech in frames and stretching equipment.
• SAATI: Italy-based global manufacturer of technical textiles for screen printing, including mesh, frames, and equipment. Comparable as a major international incumbent supplying mesh and screen printing equipment globally and serving overlapping end markets.

Others

• Grunig-Interscreen: Swiss manufacturer of high-end screen stretching equipment used by frame makers. Comparable as a key supplier of stretching equipment technology to the screen printing industry; relevant as both a partner and an adjacent equipment provider to Nortech's product ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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