Thermal Press International, Inc. (TPI) is a premier manufacturer and OEM of thermal plastic assembly equipment, headquartered in Livermore, California. Founded in 1976, the company has established itself as an industry leader for nearly 50 years, specializing in the design and production of high-end thermal press machines, including C-Frame and H-Frame models, rotary table systems, and custom automation solutions. TPI serves a diverse range of global industries, including medical, automotive, aerospace, electronics, and telecommunications, with machines installed in factories worldwide.
The company's core expertise lies in precision heat staking, heat sealing, film welding, and thermal insertion technologies. Their equipment is highly configurable and scalable, featuring interchangeable and standardized tooling packages to support production flexibility. Beyond machinery, TPI operates as a full-service solution partner, offering comprehensive engineering support, process development, R&D, prototyping, and contract CNC machining services. Their state-of-the-art facility in the USA handles all aspects of design, manufacturing, and assembly, ensuring high standards of expert craftsmanship.
Thermal Press International maintains a strong commitment to quality and safety, with certifications including CE and RoHS, while also being REACH and OSHA compliant. With a dedicated team of 11 to 50 employees and annual revenues between $5 million and $10 million, the company provides turnkey assembly systems optimized for reliability and minimal downtime. Their global reach is supported by a network of representatives across North America and the Pacific Rim, catering to both small-scale prototyping and large-run production volumes.
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Transparent Products, Inc.
🇺🇸 United States
199251-100 peopleManufacturer
Established brand
OEM manufacturer
Product customization
Low MOQ
Shipments
2
Key customer
MAMBA INSTRUMENTS
Key market
🇺🇸 United States
Description
Transparent Products, Inc. (TPI) is a premier American manufacturer specializing in the design and production of custom projected capacitive (PCap) and resistive touchscreens. Established in 1992 and headquartered in Valencia, California, the company operates a high-tech manufacturing facility in Los Angeles featuring Class 10,000 clean-rooms to ensure superior product quality and cosmetic integrity. With over 30 years of industry experience, TPI serves a diverse range of demanding sectors, including medical, military, aerospace, industrial controls, automotive, and telecommunications.
The company's extensive product portfolio includes proprietary lines such as CapaciTouch® (PCap), ReliaTouch® (5-wire resistive), and VersaTouch® (4 and 8-wire resistive) systems. Beyond standard touch interfaces, TPI provides specialized solutions including CrystalHeat® transparent LCD heaters, EMI/RFI shields, and sunlight-readable displays. Their manufacturing capabilities extend to value-added services such as optical bonding, graphic overlays, and custom touchscreen substrates, allowing for fully tailored integration onto LCD screens.
As a contract manufacturer and OEM partner, Transparent Products, Inc. emphasizes quality and compliance, maintaining ISO 9001:2015 certification and ITAR registration. The company is also committed to environmental and ethical standards, ensuring products are RoHS, REACH, and Conflict Mineral Free. By maintaining all printing and assembly operations within the USA, TPI provides customers with high levels of traceability, technical innovation, and reliable performance for critical human-machine interface (HMI) applications.