ISO 13485 certified manufacturer Steven Label Group increases its East Coast footprint and deepens its specialty labeling capabilities for medical, pharmaceutical, complex industrial, and other highly regulated markets.
Key Facts
- Acquirer: Steven Label Group, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, founded 1954
- Acquired: Precision Label Inc. (PLI), based in Flat Rock, North Carolina, founded 2003
- Effective Date: May 4, 2026
- Markets Served: Medical, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Electronics, Industrial OEM, and other highly regulated industries
- Quality Certification: ISO 13485 (Steven Label Group), rolling out to Precision Label Inc.
- Strategic Benefit: Expanded East Coast presence and broader specialty label manufacturing capabilities for customers nationwide
Steven Label Group Expands East Coast Footprint with Precision Label Acquisition
Flat Rock, NC — Steven Label Group, an ISO 13485 certified specialty label manufacturer founded in 1954, today announced the acquisition of Precision Label Inc. (PLI), a respected East Coast label manufacturer. The deal, effective May 4, 2026, continues a growth story that Steven Label has been writing since 1954 and reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to serving the medical, pharmaceutical, complex industrial and other specialty label markets at the highest level.
A right fit for specialty label manufacturing:
Steven Label has spent more than 70 years growing thoughtfully, adding capabilities that make it a better partner for the industries it serves. Precision Label Inc. fits squarely into that model. Since 2003, PLI has built a long tradition of serving customers with labels, tags, and a wide range of print and product identification solutions. The company brings deep expertise in label manufacturing, robust capabilities, and long-standing customer relationships, all anchored by a customer-first approach that mirrors Steven Label’s own.
Both companies share a focus on developing specialty label solutions that solve complex labeling challenges for medical device, pharmaceutical, complex industrial, and other highly regulated markets. From its roots in screen printing in Santa Fe Springs, California, Steven Label has expanded by adding capabilities that genuinely serve its customers, not just its portfolio. Today, Steven Label is ISO 13485 certified and manufactures a wide range of products including roll labels, graphic overlays, membrane switches, precision die-cut components, patient implant cards, and Instructions for Use.
“We are delighted to have Precision Label Inc join Steven Label Group. Precision Label Inc and Steven Label share values around quality, customer service and engineered solutions. Together, we have capabilities that will make us a stronger partner for the medical market and beyond. We are excited about what we can build together.”
— Matt Sweaney, CEO, Steven Label Group
“Since launching our journey in 2003, we’ve aimed to surpass expectations for both customer service and product quality. This commitment has enabled us to build and sustain enduring relationships. The markets we’ve entered—including SPD Hospital, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Retail, Beverage, Food Packaging, and Industrial—are naturally aligned with the Steven Label Group.
As with all businesses, there comes a time to pass the company to a new partner who can offer expanded products and services to customers, greater growth for suppliers, and, most importantly, additional opportunities for our team whose efforts have brought us here.
We are thrilled to become part of the Steven Label Group family, believing it is the ideal place for Precision Label Inc. as we move forward.”
— Brian Hoge, President, Precision Label Inc
Getting closer to customers
Geography matters in manufacturing. Shorter distances mean faster turnaround, stronger relationships and a more responsive supply chain. With Precision Label Inc now part of the Steven Label Group, customers on the East Coast will have a local partner backed by the full resources, expertise and quality standards of a company with over 70 years in the industry. Customers on the West Coast will equally be able to access Steven Label’s capabilities where a local presence is beneficial.
The Precision Label Inc facility in Flat Rock, NC will continue to operate as its own entity under its existing, highly experienced local leadership. Customers can expect the same service and attention they have always received, with increased investment potential for growth.
For existing customers
Steven Label has been through this before. The acquisitions of Gold Coast Label in 2010, Robinson Printing in 2017 and Orange County Label in 2022 each followed the same principle: protect what made each company great while giving customers access to more. That approach has not changed.
If you are a current Precision Label Inc customer, nothing changes about your day-to-day experience. The team you work with are staying. The quality standards are staying. What you gain is an expanded set of capabilities and geographic presence with the newly combined businesses.
For existing Steven Label customers, this acquisition means even more reach and resources behind every order. We are proud of what both teams have built and excited about what comes next.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who is Precision Label Inc.?
Precision Label Inc. (PLI) is a specialty label manufacturer based in Flat Rock, North Carolina. Founded in 2003, PLI has built a long tradition of serving customers with labels, tags, and a wide range of print and product identification solutions, with deep expertise in specialty label manufacturing for regulated industries.
When did Steven Label Group acquire Precision Label Inc.?
The acquisition is effective May 4, 2026. The announcement was made by Steven Label Group, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California.
Will Precision Label Inc. operations or staff change?
No. The Precision Label Inc. facility in Flat Rock, NC will continue to operate under its experienced local leadership. The team customers work with is staying, and day-to-day operations continue as usual.
Is Precision Label Inc. ISO 13485 certified?
Steven Label Group is ISO 13485 certified. Precision Label Inc. customers will benefit from these quality standards as ISO 13485 certification rolls out to the Precision Label facility in due course.
What industries do Steven Label Group and Precision Label Inc. serve?
Together, the companies serve the Medical, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Electronics, Industrial OEM, and other highly regulated markets, with a shared focus on specialty label solutions for complex labeling challenges.
What products does Steven Label Group manufacture?
Steven Label Group manufactures custom labels, Instructions for Use, graphic overlays, membrane switches, precision die-cut components, patient implant cards, roll labels, and folding cartons.
How does this acquisition benefit existing customers?
Existing Steven Label customers gain expanded national reach and additional manufacturing resources. Existing Precision Label Inc. customers gain access to Steven Label’s broader capabilities, ISO 13485 certified quality standards, and engineering expertise, while keeping the local team and service they already know.
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About Steven Label Group
Steven Label Group is a Southern California based specialty label manufacturer of engineered labeling, packaging, and documentation solutions. Founded in 1954, the company serves the Medical, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Electronics, and Industrial OEM markets with a full portfolio of products including custom labels, Instructions for Use, graphic overlays, membrane switches, precision die-cut components, and folding cartons. Steven Label is ISO 13485 certified and known for pairing engineering expertise with a customer-first approach that has kept clients coming back for decades. Learn more at www.stevenlabel.com.
About Precision Label Inc.
Precision Label Inc. (PLI) is a specialty label manufacturer based in Flat Rock, North Carolina. Since 2003, PLI has served customers with labels, tags, and a wide range of print and product identification solutions, building a reputation for quality, technical capability, and long-term customer relationships across regulated industries.
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