What is Flame Laminating?
Founded in 1972 by Joseph DiGrazia, Flame Laminating has evolved from a specialized textile service provider into a multi-generational, family-operated industrial powerhouse. Headquartered in Massachusetts, the company operates out of a sprawling 60,000-square-foot facility situated on 60 acres of industrial land. Its core competencies include advanced lamination, fabric combining, and precision converting of diverse films and textiles. The firm distinguishes itself through a unique combination of proprietary machinery and a highly skilled workforce, many of whom possess over two decades of tenure. By maintaining a vertically integrated approach—supported by an additional 250,000 square feet of commercial space—Flame Laminating provides end-to-end solutions for high-volume industrial clients and niche research projects alike.
How much funding has Flame Laminating raised?
Flame Laminating has raised a total of $421K across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$150K
Debt
$271K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $271K led by PPP
Key Investors in Flame Laminating
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
Undisclosed Investors
Undisclosed Investors
What's next for Flame Laminating?
Looking ahead, the strategic deployment of the recent $271K will likely focus on scaling production capacity and further integrating the assets acquired during its 2012 expansion into Cooper Fabrics. As the textile industry faces increasing pressure for sustainable and high-performance materials, Flame Laminating is poised to utilize its robust balance sheet to invest in next-generation manufacturing technologies. The company's focus on confidential R&D partnerships suggests a roadmap centered on high-margin, specialized applications in the medical and defense sectors. By prioritizing operational efficiency and maintaining its reputation for meticulous attention to detail, the firm is set to sustain its growth trajectory as a leader in the North American textile conversion market.
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