Lee Engineering

What Lee Engineering does

Lee Engineering, Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of modular laboratory lattice frame systems, founded in 1926 by inventor Dr. Royal Lee and headquartered at 1000 West Royal Lee Drive, Palmyra, Wisconsin. The company designs and produces standardized, interchangeable lattice components — rods (aluminum, stainless steel, fiberglass), connectors, base plates, clamps, and mounting hardware — that laboratories assemble into custom apparatus stands and fume hood support structures. All manufacturing is performed domestically at the Wisconsin facility, with the company self-positioning as the nation's leading manufacturer of laboratory apparatus elements for chemistry. The product architecture uses a standardized 1-foot lattice spacing with backward-compatible components and proprietary quick-action tee handles and open-throat connectors, supported by an online Custom Lattice Builder tool that generates bill-of-materials for bespoke configurations.

The company sells primarily through direct e-commerce on engineeringbylee.com, with a parallel assisted-sales path for bulk and custom orders, and accepts purchase orders from tax-exempt institutional buyers. Unit pricing is publicly disclosed, ranging from under $10 for small components to roughly $1,200-$1,700 for complete stainless steel or fiberglass kits. Customer segments are diversified across higher education, K-12 science classrooms, corporate chemistry and life science labs, government laboratories (including forensic facilities), quality assurance labs, and small business/individual researchers. Marketing relies on educational content, how-to guides, a YouTube channel, and organic social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest).

Lee Engineering operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Standard Process Inc., the nutritional supplement company also founded by Dr. Royal Lee. The entity is privately held with 1-10 employees, no public listing, no disclosed funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no public revenue disclosure. Geographic operations are limited to the United States, with no stated international footprint.

Name

Lee Engineering

Legal name

Lee Engineering, Inc.

Website

https://engineeringbylee.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1926

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lee Engineering is a Palmyra, Wisconsin-based manufacturer of modular laboratory lattice frames and components (rods, connectors, bases, clamps) used to build custom apparatus stands in chemistry, biology, and education labs. The 1926-founded firm sells direct-to-consumer via its e-commerce site and custom/bulk orders, and operates as a subsidiary of Standard Process Inc.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Laboratory Apparatus and Equipment

NAICS

Plate Work and Fabricated Structural Product Manufacturing (33231)

SIC

Laboratory Apparatus & Furniture (3821)

akta.pro primary industry

Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces) (EDAEAIAC)

Keywords

• Laboratory lattice frames
• Lab support stands
• Fume hood equipment
• Laboratory apparatus components
• Custom lab framing

Headquarters

HQ city

Palmyra

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, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Lee Engineering generates revenue through the direct sale of lattice frame kits, individual components (rods, connectors, bases, clamps, screws), and custom fabricated parts. Products are sold at various price points ranging from under $10 for small components to over $1,200 for complete stainless steel kits.
2. Custom/Bulk Orders: The company accepts custom lattice orders and bulk purchases, with special pricing available for larger quantities, providing additional revenue through made-to-order products for unique customer specifications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lee Engineering manufactures and sells modular lattice frame systems and components for laboratory environments, including pre-configured lattice kits, individual rods, connectors, bases, clamps, and mounting hardware. All products are made in the United States, are backward-compatible across the product line using a standardized 1-foot lattice spacing, and are offered in aluminum, stainless steel, fiberglass, and nylon materials. The company also provides custom fabricated parts and an online Custom Lattice Builder tool to configure kits for specific lab applications.

Product overview

Lee Engineering is a laboratory equipment manufacturer specializing in modular lattice frame systems for scientific laboratories. The product portfolio centers on lattice kits and components that can be combined to build customizable laboratory apparatus stands. The core offerings include: (1) Lab-Frame Kits and Lattice Kits as pre-configured assemblies with rods, connectors, and base plates; (2) Lattice Mounting Kits for attaching frames to fume hoods or workstations; (3) individual Components including Lab Frame Rods (Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Fiberglass), Supports & Bases (vertical and swivel base plates, flanges, sockets), Connectors (open/closed throat designs in multiple materials), Clamps (for securing glassware), and Screws. All components use standardized 1-foot lattice spacing and are cross-compatible. The company also offers a Custom Lattice Builder tool for designing bespoke configurations. Products serve chemistry, biology, food science, and education laboratories across universities, research institutions, and industrial facilities.

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Problem solved

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Products and services

• Lattice Kits Pre-configured laboratory lattice frame kits including rods, connectors, and base plates for building lab apparatus stands. Available in Aluminum, Fiberglass, and Stainless Steel materials, including Lab-Frame Kits for fume hoods and mounting configurations. Intended for chemistry, biology, and research laboratories.
• Lab-Frame Kits Complete lattice frame assemblies for science lab bench tables and fume hoods. Includes Back Mount, Side and Bottom Mount, and Table Top configurations in 4', 6', and 8' sizes, designed for use in chemistry and biology laboratories.
• Lattice Mounting Kits Kits for mounting lab frames to workstations or creating standalone frames, including connectors, bases, plates (flanges), and support rods. Available in Aluminum, Fiberglass, and Stainless Steel for back mount, side and bottom mount, and table top configurations.
• Lab Frame Rods Laboratory frame rods available in 1/2" and 3/4" diameters, in Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and Fiberglass materials. Used as the structural skeleton for suspending laboratory components.
• Supports & Bases Base plates and rod sockets for anchoring lattice frames, including vertical base plates, swivel base plates, flanges, end sockets, and plugs. Available in Zinc, Stainless Steel, Nylon, and Aluminum materials.
• Connectors Lattice rod connectors for joining and configuring lab frame assemblies. Available in open and closed throat designs in Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Black Nylon, and Plastic, including exclusive quick-action connectors with tee handles for fast setup.
• Clamps Laboratory frame clamps for securing glassware, columns, flasks, and tubes. Zinc die cast construction with powder coating, available in 2-prong and 3-finger configurations with vinyl coated or cork lined options.
• Screws Mounting hardware for base plates including Phillips head screws in #8 and #10 sizes, and socket screws. Available in Stainless Steel and Steel materials.
• Custom Lattice Builder Online configuration tool that allows customers to design custom lattice kits by selecting mount type, materials, and dimensions, generating a full component list. Configurations can be saved for later reference or submitted to Lee Engineering for a quote.
• Back Mount Aluminum Lab-Frame Kit for Fume Hoods Lab support lattice kit for mounting inside fume hoods without touching sides or bottom, in lightweight aluminum. Available in 4', 6', and 8' sizes and includes rods, connectors, and vertical base plates.

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• EISCO Scientific: EISCO Scientific manufactures and supplies laboratory apparatus and educational science equipment, including support stands, clamps, and lattice-style frameworks for schools and research labs. It directly competes with Lee Engineering in the educational and institutional lab equipment market.
• Nasco Education: Nasco Education supplies science teaching equipment and laboratory apparatus to K-12 and post-secondary education markets. Its product range overlaps with Lee Engineering in laboratory support frameworks and science classroom apparatus.
• GSC International: GSC International supplies educational laboratory apparatus and equipment, including support stands and frames, primarily targeting K-12 and college science markets. It directly competes with Lee Engineering for institutional science lab procurement.
• Cole-Parmer: Cole-Parmer is a laboratory equipment distributor and manufacturer serving research, industrial, and educational labs. Its catalog includes laboratory frames, support stands, and modular apparatus comparable to Lee Engineering's offerings.
• United Scientific Supplies: United Scientific Supplies produces laboratory apparatus and equipment for educational and research settings, including support stands, clamps, and frames similar to Lee Engineering's lattice systems. It targets the same K-12 and university customer base.
• Carolina Biological Supply: Carolina Biological Supply supplies laboratory equipment and supplies to educational institutions, with overlapping product categories in lab support apparatus and chemistry/biology lab infrastructure. It serves the same K-12 and university teaching lab market as Lee Engineering.
• Bel-Art (SP Scientific): Bel-Art manufactures a wide range of laboratory apparatus and support equipment for scientific and industrial labs. Its product lines overlap with Lee Engineering in lab support frameworks, clamps, and modular equipment used across chemistry and life science labs.
• Wilmad-LabGlass: Wilmad-LabGlass specializes in laboratory glassware and associated support apparatus including clamps, frames, and lattice components for NMR, chemistry, and research applications. It is highly comparable in product scope and customer overlap with Lee Engineering.

Broad incumbents

• Avantor (VWR): Avantor, operating the VWR brand, is a global laboratory supplies distributor serving research, education, and industrial customers. It competes with Lee Engineering by offering laboratory support equipment as part of a comprehensive procurement catalog.
• Fisher Scientific (Thermo Fisher): Fisher Scientific, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a dominant broad-line distributor of laboratory supplies and equipment. While it does not specialize in lattice frames, it offers overlapping apparatus and is a primary alternative procurement channel for institutional lab buyers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/EngineeringbyLee
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lee-engineering-by-standard-process
• Pinterestpinterest.com/engineeringbylee/_created

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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