FlexScreen Partners With Erdman Automation Corp. – Offers Manufacturing Licensing Option

Offering Exclusive, Global Retail Distribution of the World’s First Flexible Window Screen

Pittsburgh, PA (July 21, 2022)

FlexScreen, maker of the world's first and only flexible window screen as seen on Shark Tank, announces its partnership with Erdman Automation Corp., Princeton, MN.

Erdman has created an exclusive, automated, high-efficiency line that allows window manufacturers to produce FlexScreen for less than they can make standard aluminum window screens. For the first time in FlexScreen's history, the company will license this technology to others that want to manufacture FlexScreen themselves.

"Since I first introduced the FlexScreen prototype, window manufacturers have shown great interest in making it themselves. Now, with the help of Erdman Automation, arguably the largest, most cutting-edge equipment manufacturing company in the window industry, we're excited to finally make that option a reality. We've been pleasantly surprised at the quick response from the companies who have already signed agreements and ordered the equipment, and we have several other verbal agreements with some of the largest window manufacturers in the country," said Joe Altieri, FlexScreen Inventor & CEO. "Of course," he continued, "we will maintain and continue to expand our own manufacturing footprint for those companies that want to continue to outsource. We're here for both."

Morgan Donohue, Owner and President of Erdman Automation Corp., said about the partnership; "We've put our best engineers and mechanical technicians to the test, and they delivered. This state-of-the-art, ergonomic manufacturing solution will increase productivity, decrease costs, and make manufacturing FlexScreen available to window manufacturers for the first time. FlexScreen has a lot of advantages over aluminum screens, and now producing better window screens in volume becomes safer and faster with fewer employees."

FlexScreen appeared on Shark Tank in 2020, winning a deal with Lori Greiner. Company growth skyrocketed, and they were featured again in a Shark Tank Update where Lori said, "Our goal with FlexScreen is to replace the window screen industry completely." Of the FlexScreen/Erdman partnership, she had this to say, "FlexScreen is one of the most innovative household products we've seen on Shark Tank. Licensing the manufacturing technology was the next logical step in making FlexScreen the industry standard. I'm excited to be a part of history in the making and proud to partner with Joe and his amazing team."

ABOUT FLEXSCREEN

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Everyone knows that the century-old technology of traditional window screens is loaded with problems. Flimsy aluminum frames that damage easily, scratched paint, complicated hardware, and frustrating installation and removal are just some of the issues that required a solution. So, we cleared out a workspace in the garage and invented FlexScreen - the world’s first and only flexible window screen. No aluminum, no paint, no hardware, and no hassle. Just flex our high-performance, PVC coated spring steel frame, slide it into the window screen pocket (where it will virtually disappear), and enjoy the uninterrupted view. FlexScreen is innovative, effortless, durable, and beautiful. Welcome to the future of window screens!

FlexScreen was the recipient of the Most Innovative Window Component in 2015 presented by Window & Door® magazine, and was a top 3 contender in the 2020 Edison Awards “Consumer Goods - Home Solutions” category, earning the Silver award. To learn more, visit flexscreen.com.

ABOUT ERDMAN AUTOMATION

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The Erdman® line of equipment has reliability and durability built in. Their experienced mechanical & technical staff has the know-how to evaluate your production requirements and provide you with a system that matches your specific needs. Everything they build is held to the highest standard for quality and workmanship in the industry.

Their focus is building equipment to the specifications of the customer. They adopt their customer's standards and understand that their standards mean nothing if they are not up to yours. They are well known for working along side the customer, by combining experiences to manufacture systems designed to match your needs. Each machine is built with quality to increase productivity, decrease waste & rejections, exceed safety requirements, and provide an ergonomic work environment for all operators.

Key Takeaways

  • FlexScreen has announced its new strategic partnership with Erdman Automation to create an automated window screen line.

  • FlexScreen, the ‘Shark Tank’ winning industry disruptor, is innovative in design, strength, and ease.

  • With Erdman Automation, FlexScreen will continue to empower a new generation of infrastructure that is award-winning, safe, cost-friendly, and backed by science to provide effortless installation, beautiful invisibility, and simplistic design.

Quotes

"Since I first introduced the FlexScreen prototype, window manufacturers have shown great interest in making it themselves. Now, with the help of Erdman Automation, arguably the largest, most cutting-edge equipment manufacturing company in the window industry, we're excited to finally make that option a reality. We've been pleasantly surprised at the quick response from the companies who have already signed agreements and ordered the equipment, and we have several other verbal agreements with some of the largest window manufacturers in the country."

Joe Altieri
President & CEO, FlexScreen

"We've put our best engineers and mechanical technicians to the test, and they delivered. This state-of-the-art, ergonomic manufacturing solution will increase productivity, decrease costs, and make manufacturing FlexScreen available to window manufacturers for the first time. FlexScreen has a lot of advantages over aluminum screens, and now producing better window screens in volume becomes safer and faster with fewer employees."

Morgan Donohue
President, Erdman Automation

Contact

Media Contact

Nicolas DeSarno
Director of Marketing and Public Relations
nicolasdesarno@flexscreen.com
(412) 477-2285