What is Katun?
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Katun Corporation has operated since 1979 as a critical supplier of OEM-compatible imaging supplies, including photoreceptors, fuser rollers, and various printer components. By providing high-quality alternatives to original equipment manufacturer parts, Katun serves a diverse base of dealers and distributors worldwide. Despite its acquisition by General Plastic Industrial Co. Ltd., the company retains its strategic Minneapolis hub, allowing it to leverage deep industry expertise while maintaining the agility required to compete in the rapidly evolving office automation and managed print services landscape.
How much funding has Katun raised?
Katun has raised a total of $54M across 2 funding rounds:
Private Equity
$52M
Debt
$2M
Private Equity (2016): $52M with participation from Comvest Capital
Debt (2020): $2M led by PPP
Key Investors in Katun
Comvest Capital
A private investment firm established in 2000 that specializes in providing flexible equity and debt solutions to middle-market companies across North America.
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Katun?
With the infusion of capital from its most recent financing round, Katun is positioned to optimize its supply chain resilience and expand its product portfolio to meet the shifting demands of modern digital workplaces. The strategic focus will likely center on enhancing its value proposition for global distributors, ensuring that its imaging solutions remain the preferred choice for cost-conscious enterprises. As the company integrates its recent debt financing, it is expected to prioritize operational efficiency and market penetration, further cementing its role as a cornerstone provider in the imaging aftermarket. Future growth will be dictated by its ability to balance legacy product support with the integration of new, high-performance imaging technologies.
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