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Shurtape Technologies
Shurtape Technologies manufactures and markets adhesive tape and consumer products across various sectors. The company offers adhesive solutions for industries...
Shurtape Technologies
Shurtape Technologies manufactures and markets adhesive tape and consumer products across various sectors. The company offers adhesive solutions for industries such as industrial maintenance, construction, and packaging. It serves both professional and consumer markets, based in Hickory, North Carolina.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
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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