- Founded
- 2004-01-01 in Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA
- Headquarters
- Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA
- marketing@bossgs.com
- Phone
- +44 20-7337-7050
Cadrex Gaming Solutions is a US-based designer and manufacturer of premium slot cabinets, gaming kiosks, and advanced electromechanical components for the regulated gaming industry. Originally founded in 2004 as Elite Gaming Technology, the company was rebranded in June 2022 after being acquired by Cadrex, a portfolio company of private equity firm CORE Industrial Partners. Headquartered in Bloomingdale, Illinois, the company serves Class II, Class III, VLT, HHR, and other regulated game manufacturers worldwide, offering both standard and custom-designed cabinets, top boxes, marquees, bases, and self-service kiosks. With a team of mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers, Cadrex Gaming Solutions provides end-to-end services from design engineering through full-scale manufacturing, including sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly. The company positions itself as a one-stop shop for gaming companies seeking high-quality, North-American-made enclosures and mechanical assemblies. Its customer base includes leading slot machine manufacturers and casino operators looking to deploy sleek, reliable hardware that enhances the player experience. Cadrex Gaming Solutions regularly launches new cabinet models to keep pace with evolving industry trends, and it holds ISO 9001 and NSF certifications. The dedicated facility in Bloomingdale spans 145,000 square feet across two plants, equipped with laser cutting, punching, forming, welding, and automated material-handling systems for 24/7 production.
Detailed Review
History and Background
Cadrex Gaming Solutions emerged from the 2022 acquisition of Elite Manufacturing Technologies (founded 1991) by the Cadrex platform, which itself was launched in August 2021 with backing from CORE Industrial Partners. The company’s dedicated facility in Bloomingdale, Illinois, spans 145,000 square feet across two plants, equipped with laser cutting, punching, forming, welding, and automated material‑handling systems for 24/7 production.
Products and Services
Cadrex Gaming Solutions’ core expertise lies in designing and manufacturing slot cabinets, top boxes, marquees, and base stands, as well as self‑service kiosks for hospitality, retail, and airport environments. All products are made in the USA and can be customized to customer specifications or built to a client’s existing design. The engineering team (mechanical, electrical, and systems) works closely with customers from concept through production, offering value‑added design engineering services that reduce time‑to‑market. Fabrication capabilities include sheet metal stamping, powder coating, and silk‑screening, allowing Cadrex Gaming Solutions to deliver finished, near‑final assemblies. The company also provides gaming‑specific kiosks for player‑facing interactions, such as ticket‑printing, card dispensing, and loyalty program stations.
Market Position and Scale
While the company is privately held and does not disclose revenue, its parent organization Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions reported nearly $500 million in annual sales in 2023 and was ranked No. 2 on The Fabricator’s list of top metal fabricators that year. The gaming solutions division is a key vertical within this larger operation, serving a mix of Class II/III tribal, commercial casino, VLT, and HHR markets. Through its association with Cadrex, the company can leverage cross‑platform capabilities in precision machining, aerospace parts, and server‑rack manufacturing, though its primary focus remains gaming and kiosk enclosures.
Leadership
As of October 2024, James O’Keefe serves as President of Cadrex Gaming Solutions. He previously held roles as Vice President of Business Development and Vice President of Sales & Administration within the same division. No other C‑level executives were explicitly identified for this specific business unit in public sources.
Key Products
Premium Slot Cabinets
Custom and standard upright and slant‑top cabinets for Class II/III, VLT, and HHR games; designed for optimum player ergonomics and visual appeal.
Top Boxes, Marquee, and Base Products
Integrated assembly components that complete the slot machine enclosure; offered in various sizes and styles.
Gaming Kiosks
Free‑standing, wall‑mount, and countertop self‑serve kiosks for casino floor applications (ticket printing, loyalty card dispensing, etc.).
Custom Enclosures & Electro‑Mechanical Assemblies
Bespoke metal and plastic enclosures built to customer specifications for gaming and hospitality equipment.
Self‑Serve Kiosks (Non‑Gaming)
Digital kiosks for retail, airport, and entertainment settings, leveraging the same manufacturing know‑how.
Offices & Headcount
50 employees (approx.)