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Shurtape Technologies
Shurtape Technologies traces its roots to the Shuford family's tapestry business in Hickory, North Carolina.
Shurtape Technologies
Shurtape Technologies traces its roots to the Shuford family's tapestry business in Hickory, North Carolina. The company has operated under various names including Shurtape and Shuford Mills, evolving into a focused manufacturer of pressure-sensitive tapes. The firm's strategy centers on producing and selling adhesive tapes across categories such as duct tape, masking tape, and industrial tapes. Its customer base spans construction, packaging, automotive, and consumer retail sectors. The portfolio includes brands like FrogTape, which it acquired in 2009, and Shurtape-branded products for professional use. The company maintains manufacturing facilities primarily in the US, with distribution reaching North America and select international markets. Shurtape Technologies does not publicly report AUM or disclose financial performance, remaining privately held. A structural differentiator is Shurtape's position as a vertically integrated manufacturer rather than a pure distributor—it controls extrusion, coating, and conversion processes in-house. This gives it margin control and supply-chain independence relative to competitors who source finished tapes from third-party suppliers.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
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AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Hickory
Corporate office
Hickory, NC, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Shurtape Technologies after the 2025 acquisition?
KKR acquired Shurtape Technologies from Platinum Equity in March 2025 for an undisclosed amount (per KKR press release, March 2025). The firm continues to operate as a standalone company within KKR's portfolio.
What brands does Shurtape Technologies own?
Shurtape's brand portfolio includes its namesake Shurtape line for professional tape users, FrogTape for painter's masking tape (acquired in 2009), and various private-label products for retailers.
Is Shurtape Technologies a family office or an operating company?
Shurtape Technologies is an operating company—a manufacturer and distributor of tape products—not a family office. Its capital is deployed in production facilities, R&D, and distribution rather than financial investments.
What industries does Shurtape supply?
Shurtape's tape products serve construction (painting, sealing, bundling), packaging (carton sealing, labeling), automotive (masking, protection), and consumer retail (general-purpose duct tape and painter's tape).
Where does Shurtape manufacture its products?
Shurtape manufactures primarily in the United States, with its headquarters and major production facilities located in Hickory, North Carolina. Some distribution extends to international markets.
What is the history behind Shurtape Technologies?
The company originated from Shuford Mills, a family-owned textile business in Hickory founded in 1880. It transitioned to tape manufacturing in the late 20th century and was acquired by Platinum Equity in 2012 before KKR's 2025 acquisition.
Does Shurtape disclose financial data?
As a privately held company, Shurtape Technologies does not publicly disclose revenue, EBITDA, or AUM figures. Its total debt after the KKR acquisition has not been disclosed.
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