CLEVELAND and DALLAS, April 23, 2025 | Align Capital Partners (“ACP”) portfolio company StenTech (the “Company”), a leading provider of surface mount technology (“SMT”) stencils, pallets, tooling and related components, announced today that it acquired BlueRing Stencils (“BlueRing”). This partnership brings together two of the most technologically advanced suppliers in precision manufacturing with over 50 years of combined expertise to drive innovation, efficiency and reliability across the industry.
Established in 2017, BlueRing is a full-service stencil manufacturer focused on supplying stencil printing technologies to the circuit board assembly industry. BlueRing offers high-quality laser cut stencils, paste transfer increasing nano-coatings, printing accessories and stencil design/development services. The combined companies will operate facilities across three countries, to ensure unmatched supply chain stability, on-time delivery and enhanced local and global support.
“This merger strengthens our ability to support our customers with the most advanced solutions in the industry while continuing to drive innovation and operational excellence,” said StenTech CEO, Kevin Keene. “By combining our expertise, we are setting a new standard in precision manufacturing, reinforcing our commitment to service excellence and long-term industry leadership.”
This strategic integration ushers in a new era of innovation and capability, significantly expanding R&D and engineering expertise to drive groundbreaking advancements in stencil technology. As the only provider of Nano coating and the sole manufacturer of electroform stencils in North America, the industry is now better positioned than ever to set new standards, offering cutting-edge solutions with unmatched precision, quality and customer service.
“The partnership with BlueRing strengthens our ability to anticipate the challenges electronics manufacturers face — before they happen. By combining advanced technology, deep expertise, and proactive problem-solving, we ensure our customers stay ahead of the curve,” says Brent Nolan, President and COO of StenTech.
ACP acquired StenTech in May of 2022 and this transaction marks the third add-on for the Company. Chris Jones, Ervin Cash, Andrew Foster and Ben Bryles worked on the transaction for ACP.