Home 
Today's Top Picks 
Top Performers 
Watchlist 
My Robo Portfolios 
ETF Zone 
Help & Tutorial 
Cancel anytime
- Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
- Valuation
Upturn AI SWOT - About
Alpha Pro Tech Ltd (APT)
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)
Stock price based on last close (see disclosures)
- ALL
- YEAR
- MONTH
- WEEK
Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: APT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -22.58% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 51.39M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.14 | 1Y Target Price 16.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.14 | 1Y Target Price 16.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.32 | 52 Weeks Range 4.06 - 6.44 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.06 - 6.44 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.36 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.82% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.29% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.09% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.43% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.14 | Forward PE 5.98 | Enterprise Value 46596729 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88 |
Enterprise Value 46596729 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.8 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.47 | Shares Outstanding 10864000 | Shares Floating 9141406 |
Shares Outstanding 10864000 | Shares Floating 9141406 | ||
Percent Insiders 15.16 | Percent Institutions 29.4 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Alpha Pro Tech Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. was founded in 1989. Initially focused on disposable protective apparel, it has grown through acquisitions and organic growth to offer a range of infection control and construction products.
Core Business Areas
- Building Supply: This segment offers innovative weatherization products, construction fabrics, and other accessories. Their core product lines focus on optimizing the performance of building envelopes through moisture management, air infiltration barriers, and construction fabric solutions.
- Infection Control: This segment develops, manufactures, and markets a range of disposable protective apparel and infection control products, including face masks, gowns, and other personal protective equipment (PPE) primarily for the healthcare, cleanroom, and food service markets.
Leadership and Structure
Lloyd Hoffman is the CEO and President. The company has a board of directors overseeing strategic direction and management. The operational structure includes functional departments for sales, marketing, manufacturing, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- N-95 Particulate Respirator Face Masks: Offers N-95 masks used in healthcare and industrial settings. The overall N-95 mask market is fragmented. Competitors include 3M (MMM), Honeywell (HON), and smaller, specialized manufacturers. Market share data not readily available. Revenue related to these fluctuate based on pandemic conditions and global demand.
- Protective Apparel: Includes disposable gowns, coveralls, and shoe covers for healthcare, cleanroom, and industrial applications. Competitors include Medline Industries, Cardinal Health (CAH), and Kimberly-Clark (KMB). Market share data for specific apparel lines is not publicly available. Sales fluctuate dependent on current healthcare/industrial demands.
- Rooftop Entry Systems: Offers rooftop entry systems and related products. Competitors include Atlas Roofing Corporation, and Owens Corning (OC). No known market share data available. Product revenue depends on the state of new construction, building maintenance, and regulatory requirements.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The infection control market is driven by increasing awareness of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), regulatory requirements, and outbreaks of infectious diseases. The building supply market is influenced by construction activity, energy efficiency standards, and weatherization trends.
Positioning
Alpha Pro Tech Ltd. occupies a niche position, focusing on specialized protective solutions and building supply products. Their competitive advantage lies in product innovation and a focus on specific market segments.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for infection control is projected to be in the billions of dollars globally. The TAM for the building supplies market is also substantial, driven by new construction and renovation activities. Alpha Pro Tech holds a small but crucial position in these markets, focusing on specialty products to capture a section of the broader market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized product offerings
- Strong brand reputation in niche markets
- Established distribution network
- History of innovation
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Reliance on a limited number of products
- Vulnerability to fluctuations in commodity prices
- Limited scale compared to larger competitors
- Dependence on seasonal business cycles
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of innovative products
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
- Increased demand for infection control products
- Growing emphasis on energy efficiency in buildings
Threats
- Intense competition from larger players
- Changes in government regulations
- Economic downturns
- Fluctuations in raw material costs
- Emergence of substitute products
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- 3M (MMM)
- Honeywell (HON)
- Kimberly-Clark (KMB)
- Cardinal Health (CAH)
Competitive Landscape
APT has a small market share compared to MMM, HON, KMB, and CAH. It focuses on specialized niches for success.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been dependent on both the infection control and building supply markets. Specific growth values can be found by looking at current financial reports.
Future Projections: Analyst projections are not readily available. Future growth is linked to innovation in current market segments and expansion to new markets.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives focus on expanding product lines and enhancing distribution channels. Specific updates and examples can be identified by recent financial updates or company releases.
Summary
Alpha Pro Tech is a specialized protective solutions provider with mixed performance. While strong in niche markets, its dependency on limited products and vulnerability to commodity prices pose challenges. Its growth prospects hinge on expansion and innovation, with competition and economic shifts as threats. Overall, the companyu2019s performance hinges heavily on the infection control and building markets.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Market Research Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is approximate and may vary based on source. Financial data needs to be updated at time of access.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Alpha Pro Tech Ltd
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Aurora, ON, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-07-24 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Lloyd Hoffman | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Building Products & Equipment | Full time employees 130 | Website https://www.alphaprotech.com |
Full time employees 130 | Website https://www.alphaprotech.com | ||
Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and markets a range of disposable protective apparel and infection control products in the United States and internationally. The company operates through two business segments, Building Supply and Disposable Protective Apparel. The Building Supply segment offers construction supply weatherization products, such as housewraps; housewrap accessories, including window and door flashing, and seam tapes; synthetic roof underlayment products; synthetic roof underlayment accessories comprising self-adhered roof underlayments; and other woven materials. The Disposable Protective Apparel segment provides shoe covers, bouffant caps, coveralls, frocks, lab coats, and gowns and hoods, as well as face masks and face shields. The company sells its products under the Alpha Pro Tech brand name, as well as under private labels. Its products are used primarily in cleanrooms; industrial safety manufacturing environments; and health care facilities, such as hospitals, laboratories, and dental offices, as well as residential and multi-family building and re-roofing sites. The company distributes its products through a network of purchasing groups, distributors, independent sales representatives, and its sales and marketing force. Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Aurora, Canada.
Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.