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Electronics for Imaging
Electronics for Imaging (EFI) is a global technology company, leading the worldwide transformation from analog to digital imaging. EFI develops breakthrough...
Electronics for Imaging
Electronics for Imaging (EFI) is a global technology company, leading the worldwide transformation from analog to digital imaging. EFI develops breakthrough technologies for manufacturing signage, packaging, and textiles with a wide range of printers, inks, and software working together to increase profits, lower costs, improve productivity, and optimize efficiency.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1988
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Fremont
Corporate office
Fremont, CA, United States
Principals
Frank Pennisi
Chief Executive Officer
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at EFI?
EFI is a portfolio company of private equity firm Siris, which appointed Frank Pennisi as CEO in 2023. Strategic and capital allocation decisions ultimately rest with Siris as the controlling owner. The company does not operate as an investment firm or family office.
Is EFI structured as a family office or a venture firm?
Neither. EFI is an operating company owned by private equity firm Siris. It manufactures industrial printers, inks, and software for packaging, signage, textiles, and ceramics. The firm is not an investment vehicle, fund manager, or family office.
What is EFI's core business and market focus?
EFI develops digital inkjet printers, inks, and workflow software for the packaging, sign and display graphics, and textile printing markets. Key product lines include the Nozomi digital corrugated printers, VUTEk wide-format hybrid printers, and Reggiani textile printers. The company serves packaging converters, sign shops, textile manufacturers, and ceramic tile producers.
Does EFI participate in fund commitments or direct deals?
No. EFI is an industrial technology operating company, not an investment firm. It does not make fund commitments or direct private equity investments. Financing is offered through EFI Financial Services to help customers purchase printing equipment.
How is EFI related to Siris?
EFI is wholly owned by Siris, a private equity firm. In 2023, Siris separated EFI's Fiery business into an independent company still owned by Siris and appointed Frank Pennisi as CEO. Siris is the controlling shareholder and determines EFI's strategic direction.
Where does EFI operate geographically?
EFI has a global presence with printer and ink manufacturing facilities and office locations in more than 10 countries. The company maintains technical customer service teams with strong regional footprints worldwide. Headquarters are in Fremont, California, United States.
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