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In the early 1950's, Tapemark pioneered a technique for printing on clear, self-wound tape. That innovation coupled with industry advancements in paper and film materials propelled Tapemark into a leadership position in the printing and converting of pressure sensitive adhesive labels for primary product identification and labeling. Our expertise in material sourcing, web handling and precision die cutting led to further partnering with customers to develop adhesive based components for medical, electronics and automotive market needs.
Today, Tapemark provides integrated coating, printing, converting and packaging of components and end products for the pharmaceutical, medical device, and consumer products industries. Tapemark's campus of buildings includes numerous Class 100,000 clean room and white room suites, on on-site laboratory testing for both incoming materials and finished product release. Our customers trust Tapemark for our design and development, manufacturing, project management, quality systems, service and regulatory capabilities that deliver on their specialized converting needs.
Throughout the years, Tapemark has consistently given back to the community through generous charitable contributions and events, including the Tapemark Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament. Since its inception in 1972, the Tapemark Charity Pro-Am has generated over $5 million to strengthen local agencies that meet the critical needs of people with learning and developmental disabilities.
Tapemark Chronology of Events1952 |
Tapemark is purchased by Robert C. Klas, Sr. |
1965 |
To accommodate the growing label printing business, new facilities are built in West St. Paul, Minnesota. |
| 1972 | The Tapemark Charity Pro-Am golf tournament begins, now one of the largest on-going events of its kind in the country. |
1980 |
Tapemark begins providing custom medical devices to OEM customers inside and outside the U.S. |
1988 |
Tapemark produces its first drug product as a contract manufacturer. |
1992 |
To accommodate growth, an additional state-of-the-art facility is added to the West St. Paul campus. |
| 1997 | Market penetration is enhanced through the addition of custom coating to Tapemark's manufacturing capabilities. |
1997 |
All Tapemark processes are certified to ISO 9001 and EN46001. |
2002 |
Tapemark proudly celebrates 50 years in business. |
2002 |
Tapemark processes are certified to ISO 13485. |
2003 |
Tapemark begins contract manufacturing of food products and regulated cosmetics. |
2003 |
An additional facility is purchased for Tapemark's expanding West St. Paul campus. |
| 2004 | Tapemark's soluble film drug delivery pouch wins The Silver Award at the 17th Annual DuPont Awards for Innovation in Packaging. |
2005 |
Tapemark receives ISO Certification expansion to ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 13485:2003. |
2005 |
Tapemark receives a Certificate of Compliance to TGA/Australian Good Manufacturing Practices. |
| 2006 | MPA – Medical Products Agency of Sweden (a member of the European Union), verifies compliance with EU-GMP. |
| 2006 | Bob Klas, Sr. steps down as CEO of the company, remaining Chairman of the Board. Bob Klas, Jr. becomes Tapemark's CEO, with Andy Rensink moving into the role of President/COO. |
| 2006 | Tapemark signs an exclusive, worldwide agreement to manufacture the popular Snap!® single-use package. |
TODAY |
Tapemark operates multiple production facilities and sales offices serving pharmaceutical, medical device, and consumer products customers throughout the world. |