Gateway Business Communications, Inc

What Gateway Business Communications, Inc does

Gateway Business Communications, Inc., doing business as Gateway Print and Label Solutions, is a privately held, Middletown, Connecticut-based provider of labeling, packaging, commercial printing, barcode/RFID, signage, and branded merchandise solutions operating for over 50 years. The company serves approximately 1,000+ customers across six primary verticals — chemical manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, retail, specialty foods, airlines and airports, and warehouse/distribution/ecommerce — with a visible enterprise logo set that includes CVS Health, Pfizer, DuPont, BASF, Staples, Hawaiian Airlines, Sealed Air, and Huntsman alongside mid-market and SMB accounts. The firm is independently owned with no disclosed institutional investment, parent company, or M&A history.

The product portfolio spans pressure-sensitive labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, custom cartons, durable and chemical-resistant labels, RFID and barcode systems, Epson ColorWorks on-demand color inkjet printers, commercial printing, signs and graphics, and promotional/branded merchandise. The underlying technology stack combines resold printer hardware (Epson ColorWorks, Zebra industrial, CAB, Sato, Affinia), label media from suppliers including Avery Dennison, and label design and automation software from BarTender (Seagull Scientific) and TEKLYNX with documented ERP integrations to SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Epicor, Sage, Infor, IBM Websphere, and Körber, plus database connectivity to 20+ systems. Differentiated offerings include eezeetags linerless self-adhesive airline bag tags certified for passenger self-tagging and the Perceptor IoT label inspection system that performs real-time barcode verification integrated with Zebra ZT610/ZT620 industrial printers.

Gateway executes a multi-channel go-to-market combining consultative enterprise field sales with inside sales (phone 866-792-0031 and email), two e-commerce storefronts (gatewaylabelprinters.com and Promo Place), and direct nationwide manufacturing and distribution supported by managed warehouse and kitting services. Revenue is generated through one-time transactional sales of labels, packaging, and hardware, recurring consumables (ink and label stock), managed warehouse/kitting services, professional consulting and implementation, and promotional product programs. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Name

Gateway Business Communications, Inc

Legal name

Gateway Business Communications, Inc

Website

https://gatebiz.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Gateway Business Communications (DBA: Gateway Print and Label Solutions) is a privately held provider of labels, packaging, barcode/RFID, commercial printing, signage, and branded merchandise, serving 1,000+ customers across chemical, manufacturing, retail, food, airline, and warehouse verticals nationwide from Middletown, CT.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing and Labeling Services

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111)

SIC

Commercial Printing (2750)

akta.pro primary industry

Direct-to-Container & Digital Printing (Inkjet/Laser) (IMALAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Security, Tamper-Evident & Track-and-Trace Printing (IMALAKAJ), Receipt, Label & Card Printers (Thermal/Impact) (HDACAKAD), Thermal & Label Printers (HDACAEAC), Folding Carton & Paperboard Packaging Printing (IMALAKAH)

Keywords

• Pressure sensitive labels
• Commercial printing services
• Barcode and RFID solutions
• Labeling and packaging
• Warehouse distribution services

Headquarters

HQ city

Middletown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Label and Packaging Product Sales: Sale of pressure sensitive labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, custom cartons, barcode labels, RFID labels, and specialty food labels. Both pre-printed and print-on-demand options available. Revenue is one-time transactional with potential for recurring orders.
2. Printing Equipment and Supplies: Sale of Epson ColorWorks inkjet printers, Zebra industrial printers, thermal transfer printers, barcode scanners, and related consumables (ink, label stock). Hardware sales with ongoing consumable revenue.
3. Warehouse, Distribution & Kitting Services: Managed warehouse services with advanced inventory management, kitting, and nationwide distribution. Ensures customers have label stock and supplies available when needed, eliminating out-of-stock items while avoiding obsolete inventory.
4. Employee Recognition and Branded Merchandise: Custom branded apparel and merchandise programs with eStore platform for employee recognition and incentive programs. One-time purchases with potential for recurring program management.
5. Signs and Graphics: Large format printing including banners, wall/floor graphics, car wraps, rigid signs, window decals, and POP/POS displays. One-time transactional sales with customization options.
6. Consulting and Implementation Services: Expert consulting for labeling system selection, implementation, and training. Discovery process, proof of concept testing, printer setup, and ongoing support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Gateway Print and Label Solutions supplies custom pressure sensitive labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, and folding cartons, complemented by inkjet print-on-demand color labeling using Epson ColorWorks printers. The company also provides barcode and RFID tracking systems, branded merchandise/apparel, commercial printing, signs and graphics, and managed nationwide warehouse, kitting, and distribution services for label stock and printed materials.

Product overview

Gateway Print and Label Solutions is a comprehensive labeling, packaging, and printing service provider offering a portfolio of interconnected products and services. The core offering centers on Pressure Sensitive Labels & Packaging (prime labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, folding cartons) complemented by Inkjet Print-on-Demand solutions using Epson ColorWorks printers. Supporting solutions include Barcode & RFID Solutions, Warehouse & Distribution Kitting, Commercial Printing, Branded Merchandise & Apparel, and Signs & Graphics. Key sub-products and add-ons include eezeetags linerless bag tags for airlines, Perceptor IoT label inspection systems for Zebra printers, BarTender and TEKLYNX label design software, and industry-specific labeling for chemical (GHS/BS5609), manufacturing, food, retail, and warehouse applications. The company functions as a single-source provider backed by managed warehouse and nationwide distribution services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pressure Sensitive Labels & Packaging Custom pressure sensitive labels for prime labeling, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, and folding cartons that elevate product presentation on retail shelves. Serves manufacturers and brand owners needing compliant, customized packaging.
• Inkjet Print-on-Demand (Epson ColorWorks) On-demand color inkjet label printing solutions using Epson ColorWorks printers that eliminate preprinted label inventory costs and obsolescence waste. Serves businesses with variable-data, short-run, or color label requirements.
• Barcode & RFID Solutions Complete barcode labeling systems including thermal transfer printers, stock labels, scanners, and RFID tracking solutions for inventory and supply chain management. Serves operations needing asset tracking and inventory visibility.
• Warehouse, Distribution & Kitting Services Managed warehouse, kitting, and nationwide distribution services ensuring label stock, pre-printed labels, and supplies are available when and where needed. Eliminates out-of-stock items and obsolete inventory.
• Commercial Printing Full-service commercial printing including brochures, catalogs, envelopes, sell sheets, coupons, and custom cartons with nationwide warehousing and distribution.
• Branded Merchandise & Apparel Custom branded merchandise, apparel, and promotional products with eStore platforms for employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Signs & Graphics Large-format signs, banners, wall and floor graphics, car wraps, window decals, and POP/POS displays for visual branding and messaging.
• eezeetags Linerless Bag Tags Self-adhesive linerless bag tags designed for airline self-service baggage tagging, reducing tagging time by 10x and increasing bag drop capacity by 200%.
• Perceptor IoT Label Inspection System Real-time automated barcode verification and label inspection system integrated with Zebra industrial printers to detect print defects, missing data, and ensure compliance.
• Epson ColorWorks Label Printers Resold color inkjet label printers including CW-C4000, CW-C6000, CW-C6500, and CW-C8000 models for on-demand color label production, including installation and support services.
• Consulting and Implementation Services Expert consulting for labeling system selection, implementation, training, proof-of-concept testing, printer setup, and ongoing support services.

Quantifiable outcome

• eezeetags reduce tagging time by 10x and increase bag drop capacity by 200%
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and standard.

• Epson America (ColorWorks)coreTechnology or IntegrationPlatinum ProFocus Partner for Epson ColorWorks inkjet label printer solutions. Gateway resells and provides installation, support, and expertise for ColorWorks printers including CW-C4000, CW-C6000, CW-C6500, and CW-C8000 models. Partnership includes best-in-class installation service and up to $500 off first label media order.
• BarTender (Seagull Scientific)coreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized BarTender partner providing barcode label software solutions. Offers all editions including Starter, Professional, Automation, and Enterprise for label design, printing, automation, and compliance.
• TEKLYNXcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized TEKLYNX partner providing CODESOFT, LABELVIEW, SENTINEL, LABEL ARCHIVE, and TEKLYNX CENTRAL barcode label software solutions for enterprise labeling.
• Zebra TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partner for Zebra industrial printers (ZT610, ZT620) combined with Perceptor IoT label inspection system for real-time barcode verification and quality control in high-volume operations.
• Perceptor IoTcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for label inspection system that integrates with Zebra printers for real-time barcode verification. Provides automated inspection for print defects, missing data, and barcode compliance.
• TSL (Technology Solutions Ltd)standardTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized reseller of TSL handheld RFID readers covering full range of UHF and HF RFID frequencies for inventory tracking and supply chain optimization.
• CABstandardTechnology or IntegrationPartner for CAB label printers providing thermal transfer printing solutions for industrial barcode labeling applications.
• Sato AmericastandardTechnology or IntegrationPartner for Sato label printers offering thermal transfer and RFID-enabled printing solutions for manufacturing and logistics applications.
• AffiniastandardTechnology or IntegrationPartner for Affinia color label printers enabling high-volume color label production with speeds up to 60 feet per minute and flexible shape cutting from PDF files.
• Avery DennisonstandardTechnology or IntegrationSupplier of sustainable label materials including recycled face stock and eco-friendly options from Avery Dennison's sustainable labels product line.
• eezeetagscoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified partner for eezeetags linerless self-adhesive bag tags designed for airline passenger self-tagging. Reduces tagging time by 10x and increases bag drop capacity by 200%.
• Promo PlacestandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorE-commerce platform partner for branded merchandise and employee recognition products. Custom eStore solution for employee selection of branded items.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Avery Dennison: Global leader in pressure-sensitive label materials and RFID solutions, serving the same chemical, manufacturing, retail, and food verticals as Gateway, with a substantially larger scale and broader product portfolio.
• Cenveo: Diversified printing and packaging provider covering commercial printing, labels, and envelopes — broader incumbent competing in Gateway's commercial printing and label segments.
• CCL Industries: World's largest label converter serving healthcare, consumer products, and chemical end markets through pressure-sensitive and specialty labels — a global scaled competitor with similar customer verticals.
• RR Donnelley (RRD): Large-scale commercial printer and packaging provider offering labels, commercial printing, signage, and supply chain services — overlaps Gateway's commercial printing and managed distribution lines with much broader scale.

Direct peers

• Fortis Solutions Group: Mid-market pressure-sensitive label manufacturer serving consumer products, food/beverage, and industrial customers — overlaps Gateway's specialty food and chemical verticals with comparable service-led GTM.
• Multi-Color Corporation: Global pressure-sensitive label converter serving premium consumer brands in food, beverage, wine/spirits, and personal care — comparable in label specialization but operates at materially larger scale with international footprint.
• Brady Corporation: Specializes in industrial and durable identification labels including GHS/chemical compliance, asset tracking, and barcode/RFID — directly comparable to Gateway's manufacturing and chemical labeling lines with an overlapping enterprise customer base.
• Smyth Companies: Family-owned label and flexible packaging converter serving consumer goods and industrial customers — direct peer with similar consulting-led sales model and mid-market customer overlap.
• Premium Label & Packaging Solutions: Specialty label and packaging converter offering pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, and RFID for cosmetics, personal care, food, and wine/spirits — overlapping Gateway's specialty food and retail customer base.
• Resource Label Group: PE-backed national label converter providing pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, and RFID solutions across chemical, food/beverage, retail, and healthcare — the most direct U.S. mid-market comparable to Gateway's offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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