all printing resources
All Printing Resources (APR) is a privately held North American distributor and technical solutions provider for the flexographic printing industry, supplying platemaking equipment, pressroom supplies, digital/hybrid presses, and proprietary color management and inventory tools to over 2,200 US label and flexible packaging converters from five stocking locations.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersGlendale Heights, United States
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What all printing resources does
All Printing Resources (APR) is a privately held, North American distributor and technical solutions provider for the flexographic printing industry, headquartered in Glendale Heights, IL. The company supplies platemaking equipment and consumables, pressroom supplies, prepress products, mounting and proofing equipment, environmental and safety products, and digital/hybrid presses to label converters and flexible packaging converters across the United States, supported by five stocking locations (Glendale Heights IL, Rochester NY, Fort Worth TX, Santa Fe Springs CA, McDonough GA). APR is the named North American distributor for major OEMs including DuPont Cyrel, MacDermid, Esko, Colordyne, PrimeBlade, Dantex, and JURMET, and hosts the only BOBST narrow web press demo facility in North America at its Glendale Heights Technical Center, which also houses a GIDUE M5 UV Flexo Press.
The company's product portfolio spans both distributed and proprietary offerings. Distributed products include DuPont Cyrel plates and platemaking equipment, Dantex digital UV inkjet presses, Esko CDI flexo imagers, MacDermid LAVA thermal plate processors, PrimeBlade and TKM doctor blades, Colordyne 3600 Series hybrid retrofits, Vianord platemaking systems, and MicroDynamics anilox measurement instruments. Proprietary assets include SpotOn Color (pressroom color management), SupplySentry (non-production inventory management), and FlexoAcademy (online training portal). The Technical Solutions Group (TSG) layers paid professional services on top of distribution, including pressroom assessments, color management, prepress evaluations, platemaking optimization, and a tiered training program through seminars, workshops, regional troubleshooting events, and technology summits.
APR's revenue model combines one-time product sales through the FlexoSource e-commerce storefront and direct sales teams, distribution margins on OEM equipment and consumables, and professional services revenue from TSG engagements and paid training events (event pricing ranges from $75 for APR-customer regional seminars to $395 for non-customer advanced seminars). Go-to-market is hybrid: enterprise field sales paired with inside sales (minimum order $100 phone, $75 online), channel partnerships with global OEMs, and event-driven demand generation through seminars, workshops, regional troubleshooting events, and technology summits co-hosted with partners such as OMET, BOBST, and Esko. Leadership consists of President and CEO Dave Nieman and Executive Vice President Catherine Haynes (promoted March 2026), with no disclosed venture capital, private equity, or parent company involvement.
all printing resources firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- all printing resources
- Legal name
- All Printing Resources, Inc.
- Website
- https://teamflexo.com
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- All Printing Resources (APR) is a privately held North American distributor and technical solutions provider for the flexographic printing industry, supplying platemaking equipment, pressroom supplies, digital/hybrid presses, and proprietary color management and inventory tools to over 2,200 US label and flexible packaging converters from five stocking locations.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
all printing resources industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Flexographic Printing Equipment & Supplies
- NAICS
- Support Activities for Printing (32312), Support Activities for Printing (323120)
- SIC
- Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555), Service Industries For The Printing Trade (2790)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Flexible Packaging Printing & Decoration (Flexo, Gravure, Digital, Cold Foil) (IMALABAM)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Flexible Packaging Printing (Film/Poly/Paper Print) (IMALAKAG)
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Where all printing resources is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Glendale Heights
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices6 records
Markets served
all printing resources business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Sales: APR sells a comprehensive range of flexographic printing products including platemaking equipment and materials, pressroom supplies, prepress products, mounting and proofing equipment, environmental and safety products, and technical resources through their FlexoSource online store and sales team.
- Distribution Services: APR serves as a distributor for multiple major brands (DuPont Cyrel, MacDermid, Esko, Colordyne, PrimeBlade, Dantex, JURMET) bringing their products to customers across North America.
- Technical Services: APR provides technical solutions, training, troubleshooting, and process optimization services through their Technical Solutions Group (TSG).
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Flexo Fundamentals Class - 2 days |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Advanced Flexo Best Practices Seminar - 2.5 days |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Flexo Troubleshooting Regional Seminar - 1 day |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Narrow Web Flexible Packaging Summit |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels10 records
all printing resources product offering
Product offeringCore offering
All Printing Resources (APR) distributes flexographic printing equipment, plates, doctor blades, pressroom supplies, and prepress products from major manufacturers across North America through its FlexoSource online store and direct sales team. The company provides proprietary technical solutions including the Technical Solutions Group (TSG) consulting services, the FlexoAcademy online training portal, SpotOn Color color management, and SupplySentry inventory management. APR also operates a technical demonstration center housing BOBST and GIDUE narrow web flexo presses.
Product overview
All Printing Resources (APR) is a flexographic printing solutions provider and distributor operating as a multi-product platform. The core offering includes distribution of major brand equipment (DuPont Cyrel plates/equipment, Dantex digital presses, Esko CDI imagers, MacDermid LAVA plate processors, PrimeBlade doctor blades, Vianord platemaking systems) combined with proprietary products (SpotOn Color color management, SupplySentry inventory management, FlexoAcademy training platform). APR serves as North American distributor for DuPont Cyrel, represents JURMET slitter/rewinder equipment, and hosts demonstration facilities for BOBST and GIDUE presses. The Technical Solutions Group provides consulting services including pressroom assessments, training, color management, and process optimization. Multiple stocking locations (Glendale Heights IL, Rochester NY, Fort Worth TX, Santa Fe Springs CA, McDonough GA) enable national distribution coverage.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- FlexoAcademy: Online training portal for workforce development and technical education in the flexographic printing industry.
- FlexoSource
Products and services
- FlexoSource Online Store E-commerce platform enabling customers to browse, order, and manage printing supplies and equipment with features including quick order pad, favorites lists, and account management.
- DuPont Cyrel Plates and Equipment Complete range of Cyrel flexographic plates, sleeves, and platemaking equipment including Cyrel FAST thermal processing systems distributed across North America.
- Dantex Digital Presses Pico range digital UV inkjet label presses featuring DRS (Digital Resolution System) print head technology powered by Ricoh, with inline finishing and semi-rotary die-cutting capabilities.
- SpotOn Color Pressroom color management technology enabling optimum color reproduction and density information for spot colors, helping achieve consistent color matching and job-to-job repeatability.
- SupplySentry Supply chain and inventory management solution that tracks and manages non-production supplies, helping converters optimize inventory levels and reduce waste.
- Esko CDI Spark 2530 Digital flexo imaging system enabling printers to achieve gravure and offset quality with smoother, sharper images, expanded tonal range, brighter solids, and wider color gamut.
- Colordyne 3600 Series Retrofit System Inline digital 5-color retrofit solution that transforms existing flexo presses into hybrid digital/flexo presses with inkjet technology for economical full-color digital printing.
- MacDermid LAVA Thermal Plate Processing System Thermal plate processing system with remote diagnostics, improved heating system, and web path controls for processing digital flexographic plates.
- The Flexo Company Platemaking Equipment Advanced, cost-effective, and reliable equipment for flexographic plate making operations.
- TKM Doctor Blades Quality doctor blades with commitment to manufacturing excellence and continuous monitoring for flexographic printing applications.
- Dantex Water Wash Plate Equipment Combination processor (AQF 2530) for processing Dantex Aquaflex and Rapidoflex water-washable plates.
- PrimeBlade Doctor Blades Complete line of doctor blades including Nano series (nano-treated) and Original series (100-800), available in various edge types (bevel, round, lamella, dual) for flexo, gravure, and offset printing.
- Vianord Easy to Plate Systems Modular platemaking systems including EVO 5 BP (batch washout), EVO 5 IP (incremental washout), EVO 5 DLF (dryer/light finisher), EVO 5 E (exposing), and EVO 4-5 LF (light finisher) for processing solvent and water-washable plates.
- MicroDynamics Inspection Instruments Accurate anilox measurement systems including cameras and microscopes for verifying roll manufacturer specifications and ensuring print quality.
- FlexoAcademy Online training portal for workforce development in flexographic printing, designed to address modern training needs with improved retention and employee engagement.
- Technical Solutions Group Industry professionals providing technical expertise in pressroom assessments, training, characterizations, prepress evaluations, color management, digital workflows, and platemaking optimization.
- APR Technical Center Demo Facility Glendale Heights, IL facility housing BOBST M1 and M5 presses, GIDUE M5 UV press for customer demonstrations and training on narrow web flexo technologies.
- Training Seminars and Workshops Educational training programs including Flexo Fundamentals Class (2 days, $125-$295), Advanced Flexo Best Practices Seminar (2.5 days, $198-$395), Flexo Troubleshooting Regional Seminars (1 day, $75-$175), and the Narrow Web Flexible Packaging Summit (free for printers/convertors).
Quantifiable outcome
- APR serves label and flexible packaging converters with over 2,200 converters in the US with annual revenues over $1 million
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Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
all printing resources technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
all printing resources partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- DuPont CyrelcoreAPR entered a distribution agreement with DuPont Cyrel Flexographic Solutions to distribute its complete range of Cyrel products including the FAST technology (celebrating 25th anniversary) across North America. APR's deep knowledge in platemaking technologies enables them to provide comprehensive service and support for users of Cyrel technology.
- Nuova GIDUEcoreAPR formed a technical partnership with Nuova GIDUE to host the revolutionary M5 UV Flexo Press at APR's Technical Center in Glendale Heights, IL. The M5 press includes the latest innovations and fully automates workflow, setup, and running of the press. APR provides technical support, training, and support for expanded-gamut printing.
- OMETcoreAPR and OMET partnered to host the Fall 2024 Technology Summit at OMET's Innovation Center in Mount Prospect, IL. The partnership showcases OMET's KFLEX 17 press with live demonstrations including RFID insertion technology. Both companies collaborate to bring innovations directly to the printing community.
- BOBSTcoreAPR installed a BOBST M1 Flexo label press at its Glendale Heights, IL technical center. APR's technical center is the only demo facility for BOBST narrow web presses in North America. The partnership includes both M1 and M5 press systems for demonstration purposes.
- JURMETminorStarting 2024, APR represents JURMET in the USA. APR was selected primarily because of their vast technical experience in the printing industry. APR will be the distributor of spare parts and will provide technical support to local customers.
- MacDermid Graphic SolutionscoreAPR features MacDermid's LAVA Thermal Plate Processing System at industry events. The system incorporates remote diagnostics, improved heating system, web path controls, and enhancements that complement MacDermid's line of digital plates.
- Colordyne TechnologiescoreAPR features Colordyne's 3600 Series Retrofit System, which allows converters to economically transform existing flexo presses into digital/flexo hybrid presses with inkjet technology.
- EskocoreAPR and Esko co-host seminars including 'Feeding the Beast' and feature Esko's CDI Spark 2531 digital flexo imaging system. APR also features Esko's DeskPack software in their training programs.
- PrimeBlade Sweden ABcoreAPR distributes PrimeBlade doctor blades including the patented Nano Series (Nano I, II, III, Xi, Nano+). PrimeBlade is the first doctor blade producer certified as Full HD Flexo Certified Partner by Esko.
- Dantex GroupcoreAPR features Dantex digital label presses including the PicoJet 1200 with DRS technology powered by Ricoh. Dantex also announced partnership with ACTEGA for ECOLEAF sustainable metallization technology.
- FlexconminorDan Riendeau, Strategic Business Unit Director at Flexcon, presented at APR's Fall 2024 Technology Summit on sustainability attributes driving consumer preferences.
- LPC, Inc.minorAPR commissioned LPC, Inc. to conduct market research on brand owners and packaging buyers. Jennifer Dochstader and David Walsh presented survey results at APR's webinar and Narrow Web Flexible Packaging Summit.
- Sonoco Institute of Packaging Design and Graphics at Clemson UniversityminorAPR participated in the ECG Seminar at Clemson University's Sonoco Institute, which focuses on Expanded Color Gamut for package decoration using state-of-the-art software, color management, and production flexographic equipment.
- Harper CorporationminorAPR participated in Harper Corporation's 2015 Seattle Roadshow. APR's Tessa Libby presented on pressroom process control with focus on Color Management and SpotOn! Flexo.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
all printing resources competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Esko (Veralto/Danaher): Software/prepress OEM partner serving the same flexo customer base—Esko provides CDI imaging systems, DeskPack, and prepress workflow tools. APR co-hosts seminars and training around Esko products, making it both a distribution partner and competing for technical services revenue.
- BOBST: Major OEM partner and broader flexo industry incumbent—BOBST manufactures narrow web and wide web flexo presses globally. APR hosts its only North American narrow web demo facility, making BOBST both a partner and indirect competitor for press sales.
- MacDermid Graphic Solutions: Flexo plate and processor manufacturer—MacDermid's LUX ITP plates and LAVA plate processors are distributed by APR. Comparable as a major flexo consumables and equipment supplier serving overlapping customers.
- DuPont Cyrel: Key OEM partner and global flexo plate manufacturer—DuPont's Cyrel is the industry-leading flexo plate brand that APR distributes exclusively across North America. Comparable because both serve flexo converters, though DuPont operates at global scale while APR is regional.
- Fujifilm (Graphic Systems Division): Global manufacturer of flexo plates, inks, and digital presses—Fujifilm's Graphic Systems division competes directly with DuPont Cyrel and MacDermid in the plates APR distributes, and serves the same flexo converter customer base globally.
Direct peers
- Mark Andy: US-based flexo and hybrid press manufacturer—Mark Andy serves the same narrow web label converter market as APR's customer base, with comparable technology focus (flexo + digital hybrid). Both compete to supply and support similar North American converter customers.
- Nilpeter: Danish-based narrow web flexo and digital press manufacturer—Nilpeter serves label printers globally with technology overlapping APR's customer needs. Comparable as a press supplier targeting the same converter segment APR supports with consumables and services.
- Anderson & Vreeland: Direct competitor—Anderson & Vreeland is a US-based distributor of flexographic printing plates, equipment, and supplies serving label and packaging converters in North America, closely matching APR's core distribution model and customer base.
Emerging players
- PrimeBlade Sweden AB: Doctor blade manufacturer distributed by APR—PrimeBlade produces the patented Nano Series blades used in flexo presses globally. Comparable as a specialized consumables manufacturer serving the same pressroom workflow as APR's full portfolio.
- Dantex Group: Digital label press partner—Dantex manufactures PicoJet UV inkjet label presses (including DRS technology powered by Ricoh) that APR distributes. Comparable as a smaller player in the digital label transition overlapping APR's customer needs.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Frequently asked questions about all printing resources
What does all printing resources do?
All Printing Resources (APR) distributes flexographic printing equipment, plates, doctor blades, pressroom supplies, and prepress products from major manufacturers across North America through its FlexoSource online store and direct sales team. The company provides proprietary technical solutions including the Technical Solutions Group (TSG) consulting services, the FlexoAcademy online training portal, SpotOn Color color management, and SupplySentry inventory management. APR also operates a technical demonstration center housing BOBST and GIDUE narrow web flexo presses.
Is all printing resources a public or private company?
all printing resources is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was all printing resources founded?
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Where is all printing resources based?
all printing resources is headquartered in Glendale Heights, United States, in the North America region.
How does all printing resources make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are distribution Services and technical Services.
Who are all printing resources's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Esko (Veralto/Danaher), BOBST, MacDermid Graphic Solutions, DuPont Cyrel and Fujifilm (Graphic Systems Division). Direct peers are Mark Andy, Nilpeter and Anderson & Vreeland. Emerging players are PrimeBlade Sweden AB and Dantex Group.
Does all printing resources have an API?
No public API is recorded for all printing resources.
What industry is all printing resources in?
all printing resources's product category is Flexographic Printing Equipment & Supplies. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMALABAM, Flexible Packaging Printing & Decoration (Flexo, Gravure, Digital, Cold Foil), with a secondary code of IMALAKAG, Flexible Packaging Printing (Film/Poly/Paper Print). Its NAICS code is 32312 and its SIC code is 3555.