Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Industrial Tags & Apparel Solutions
At Stryker, our story is a testament to entrepreneurship, family values, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Since 1960, we have specialized in crafting durable industrial tags, labels, and workwear tailored to demanding environments. Our ISO-certified quality and ITAR compliance ensure precision and reliability, serving industries like aerospace, defense, and manufacturing. With over six decades of experience, we combine cutting-edge technology with time-tested craftsmanship to deliver solutions that exceed industry standards.Our team of experts works closely with clients to address unique challenges, ensuring every product meets exact specifications. As a family-owned business, we prioritize integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, building long-term partnerships grounded in trust. Our legacy of performance and adaptability positions us as a leader in industrial identification and custom apparel solutions.
Services
Industrial Tags
Metal Nameplates
Durable Labels
Custom Apparel
Screen Printing
Embroidery
Online Company Stores
Laser Etching
Metalphoto Processing
ITAR Compliant Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored industrial identification solutions for mission-critical applications.
- Our products are built to withstand extreme temperatures, chemicals, and abrasion.
- We utilize advanced Metalphoto and laser etching technologies for precision.
- Trusted by leading OEMs and military contractors for over 65 years.
- Our team provides rapid turnaround and personalized customer support.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ITAR
What people say
Great customer service
Top quality items
Professional and friendly
Timely delivery
Creative design support
Services
Industrial Tags
Our industrial tags are engineered to thrive in extreme environments, offering resistance to chemicals, abrasion, and temperature fluctuations. Designed for machinery, storage racks, and electronics, they ensure compliance and traceability. Clients benefit from customizable options including barcodes, serial numbers, and high-resolution graphics.
Metal Nameplates
Metal nameplates provide permanent identification for critical assets, featuring corrosion-resistant materials and laser-etched details. Ideal for aerospace and defense applications, they maintain legibility under harsh conditions. Customizable finishes and formats meet industry-specific standards like MIL-STD-130.
Custom Apparel
We produce high-quality screen-printed and embroidered apparel for corporate and team use, using premium brands like Carhartt and Nike. Our solutions enhance brand visibility while ensuring durability and comfort in demanding work environments. Rapid turnaround and low minimums support diverse client needs.
Metalphoto Processing
Metalphoto technology seals high-resolution images within anodized aluminum, creating tamper-proof labels for military and industrial use. These tags resist UV exposure, chemicals, and wear, making them ideal for asset tracking and compliance. The process supports variable data like barcodes and serialized identifiers.
Laser Etching
Laser etching delivers permanent, high-contrast markings on metal surfaces without compromising material integrity. This method ensures clarity for technical schematics, control panels, and safety signage. Clients rely on it for its repeatability and adherence to aerospace and defense standards.
People
Nicole Swanton
President
Nicole Swanton leads Stryker as president, driving innovation and growth. With over two decades of experience in the family business, she focuses on strategic expansion and operational excellence. Her leadership has strengthened the company's commitment to quality and customer-centric solutions.
Kathy
Customer Service Representative
Kathy provides exceptional support to Stryker's clients, ensuring seamless order fulfillment and satisfaction. Her expertise in custom apparel and labeling solutions has made her a trusted partner for nonprofit and corporate clients alike.
Questions
What industries does STRYKER serve?
STRYKER supports aerospace, defense, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and agriculture industries with durable identification and apparel solutions.
Can STRYKER handle urgent orders?
Yes, we specialize in rapid turnaround for custom tags, labels, and apparel, with options for expedited delivery and on-site pickup.
What materials are used for industrial tags?
We use metalphoto aluminum, stainless steel, polycarbonate, and anodized aluminum for tags designed to withstand extreme conditions.
Do you offer customization for team apparel?
Yes, we provide screen printing, embroidery, and online store setup for custom team wear with no minimum order requirements.
Are STRYKER's products compliant with military standards?
Our tags and labels meet MIL-STD-130, MIL-DTL-15024, and ITAR requirements for defense and aerospace applications.
Reviews (4)
Rabe Avery
Jan 30, 2020
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Great customer service. Kathy and the graphic designer Marshall were super helpful. They guided me through everything including clothing choice and final touches on my logo. The shirts came out perfect. I will definitely be returning to TOP DOG Apparel!
Bailey Boe
Jun 22, 2019
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Top Dog is TOP NOTCH! They always amaze us with their incredible customer service, quality products, and unique designs! Top Dog truly cares about their clients and does everything they can to make them happy. We often find ourselves in a time crunch and they manage to always meet our needs. We can't say enough about Top Dog, but we will be clients FOREVER! Thank you Top Dog for being the best around!
Adam LeSage
Mar 20, 2018
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We worked with Nicole for our charity fundraiser this past October. After having several frustrating experiences with other companies in years past we decided to try Top Dog. Nicole couldn't have been more amazing. She created an experience for ourselves and our clients that was remarkable. Most importantly she helped us have the most successful event we've ever had! We'll definitely be using them more all of our future printing needs!
Cami N.
Mar 19, 2018
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I would give 6 stars if I could! Kathy and the team at Top Dog were fabulous to work with and went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied with my order. They have made ordering shirts for our small business easy and stress-free. I cannot say enough about the outstanding level of customer service I received- we will definitely be ordering from them again!
