Maxtec

What Maxtec does

Maxtec is a Salt Lake City-based medical device company (founded 1991; 51-100 employees) that designs and manufactures gas sensing and gas analysis equipment, with a heritage of more than 50 years in breath and gas technology. Its core product portfolio centers on precision FiO2 delivery (MaxO₂ ME blender, Bird MicroBlender), oxygen concentration verification (Max-11, MaxO2+AE, Handi+ handheld analyzer), flow measurement (DFB dual-scale flowmeter), and end-to-end gas sample conditioning systems built around proprietary Nafion™ tubing technology. Nafion™ — a selectively permeable tubing product licensed from Chemours via Perma Pure — dries gas samples rapidly and continuously while retaining key analytes, enabling reliable breath diagnostics, biomarker analysis, metabolic testing, ambient air-quality monitoring, emissions monitoring, and industrial process gas conditioning.

The company sells to four primary verticals — medical/healthcare (the largest, spanning patient monitoring, neonatal/pediatric care, ventilators/anesthesia, FeNO/PFT/CPET diagnostics), life science and research, environmental monitoring, and industrial process and safety — using a hybrid go-to-market. In the U.S., Maxtec runs a direct eCommerce storefront (shop.maxtec.com) for catalog hardware and consumables, supported by traditional medical-device distribution channels, most recently extended through the December 2024 acquisition of the Bird MicroBlender product line from Vyaire Medical. A separate wholly-owned regional subsidiary, Maxtec QBS Software Africa, distributes third-party enterprise IT platforms (NetBrain, Atera, Ivanti, TeamViewer, Bluebeam) across the SADC region, southern Africa, and eastern Africa with local implementation, training, and support services layered on top of subscription and licensing revenue from the underlying vendors.

Following the April 2026 unification of Perma Pure and Maxtec under the new parent company Salaera (itself a Halma plc subsidiary), the company now operates as part of an aggregated gas-path platform that also encompasses Clayborn thermal-control and Baldwin conditioning brands. SaaS-style recurring revenue exists in the Africa distribution subsidiary; the legacy Maxtec medical-device business remains predominantly a hardware sales model with quote-based pricing and consumable (e.g., Bird MicroBlender maintenance kit) replenishment. The consolidation was recognized with the Halma Healthcare Company of the Year award, validating Maxtec's repositioning as a non-invasive respiratory health and clean-air specialist within Halma's broader healthcare technology portfolio.

Name

Maxtec

Website

https://maxtec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Maxtec is a Salt Lake City-based medical device company (founded 1991) that designs and manufactures gas sensing, oxygen blending, and gas sample conditioning products for healthcare, life science, environmental, and industrial customers, operating as a subsidiary of Salaera within Halma plc.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Gas Analysis Equipment

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing (334514), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845), Totalizing Fluid Meters & Counting Devices (3824), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)

akta.pro primary industry

Anesthesia & Respiratory Gas Delivery Equipment (Breathing Circuits, Vaporizers, Gas Mixers) (HLAHAGAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gas Conditioning & Treatment for Industrial Use (Dehydration, Sweetening, NGL Removal) (EUALALAG), General Lab Equipment (Centrifuges, Incubators, Shakers, Ovens) (HLAGAIAC), Process Gases & Gas Delivery Consumables (Specialty/Bulk/UHP) (HDAHAGAL)

Keywords

• Medical gas sensing
• Respiratory care devices
• Oxygen blending equipment
• Gas sample conditioning
• Nafion tubing dryers

Headquarters

HQ city

Salt Lake City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Sale of respiratory care devices, gas conditioning equipment, Nafion tubing, oxygen analyzers and related medical/industrial products through direct eCommerce and distribution channels
2. Distribution and Resale: Distribution partnership revenue from reselling partner technology platforms (NetBrain, Bluebeam, Atera, Ivanti, TeamViewer) with local implementation, training and support services
3. Professional Services: Local implementation, training, onboarding, and ongoing support services bundled with technology distribution partnerships

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Maxtec designs, manufactures, and sells medical gas analysis and gas-sensing devices, including oxygen blenders, oxygen analyzers, gas flowmeters, and gas sample conditioning systems. The product portfolio is used in hospitals, NICUs, life-science laboratories, and industrial analytical applications, and is anchored by Maxtec's proprietary Nafion™ tubing technology for moisture removal in gas streams.

Product overview

Maxtec operates as part of Salaera, a Halma company, offering a comprehensive portfolio of breath and gas technologies across medical, life science, environmental, and industrial sectors. The product portfolio includes precision medical oxygen blenders and analyzers (MaxO₂ ME, Max-11, Handi+), acquired respiratory care devices (Bird MicroBlenders), Nafion™ tubing dryers for gas sample conditioning, and integrated gas conditioning systems. The portfolio spans patient monitoring, neonatal and pediatric care, FeNO/PFT/CPET diagnostics, ventilators and anesthesia equipment, gas analyzer systems, biomarker analysis, metabolic testing, breath diagnostics, ambient air quality monitoring, emissions monitoring, and industrial gas analysis. Maxtec and Perma Pure have unified under Salaera alongside brands including Bird MicroBlenders, Clayborn thermal-control technologies, and Baldwin conditioning systems to create one of the industry's most comprehensive gas-path portfolios.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bird by Maxtec: Brand under Maxtec encompassing Bird MicroBlender product line acquired from Vyaire, including precision FiO2 delivery devices and maintenance kits.
• MaxO₂ ME

Products and services

• MaxO₂ ME Blender Kit An oxygen blender kit used in clinical and respiratory care settings to deliver precise oxygen/air mixtures to patients.
• MaxO₂ ME A medical oxygen blender used in clinical and respiratory care settings to deliver precise FiO2 mixtures.
• MaxO2+AE A medical oxygen analyzer used in clinical and respiratory care to measure delivered oxygen concentration.
• Max-11 An oxygen analyzer for medical gas monitoring and verification applications.
• Handi+ Handheld Medical Oxygen Analyzer A portable, handheld medical oxygen analyzer for spot-checking oxygen concentration in clinical and field settings.
• Bird® MicroBlenders A line of compact medical oxygen blenders used in respiratory care to deliver precise FiO2 mixtures.
• Bird® MicroBlender Maintenance Kit A maintenance kit for servicing Bird® MicroBlender oxygen blenders used in respiratory care.
• SmartStack Stackable Medical Equipment Stand A stackable mounting stand/frame for organizing and supporting medical gas equipment in clinical environments.
• DFB Dual-Scale Flowmeter A dual-scale flowmeter used to measure gas flow in medical, laboratory, and industrial gas applications.
• Nafion™ Tubing Proprietary Nafion™ polymer tubing used for moisture removal and gas conditioning in gas analysis, medical, and analytical instrumentation applications.
• Gas Sample Conditioning Systems (Clayborn thermal-control and Baldwin conditioning lines) Gas sample conditioning systems, including the Clayborn thermal-control and Baldwin conditioning product lines, used to prepare gas streams for analyzers by removing moisture and thermal interferences.

Quantifiable outcome

• Transfer of design and production to U.S. facilities underway, with planned relaunch and availability expected by mid-2025
• +1 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• NetBraincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 May 2026Strategic distribution partnership to deploy NetBrain's AI-driven Agentic NetOps platform across the African market. NetBrain's platform automatically maps network connections, detects issues in real-time and resolves problems without manual intervention. Maxtec provides local implementation, training and support services to help enterprises and service providers optimize performance.
• Salaera (Parent Company)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 April 2026Perma Pure and Maxtec unified under new parent company Salaera, creating a global technology platform dedicated to breath and gas systems. The consolidation integrates additional brands including Bird MicroBlenders, Clayborn thermal-control technologies, and Baldwin conditioning systems. Salaera is a Halma company positioned as a catalyst for non-invasive respiratory health innovation and clean air solutions.
• BluebeamcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 March 2026Strategic partnership to expand digital collaboration capabilities across southern and eastern Africa, targeting architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) professionals. Bluebeam, part of the Nemetschek Group, leverages Maxtec's regional expertise and partner ecosystem for localized onboarding, training, and ongoing support.
• AteracoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 February 2026Strategic partnership to deliver AI-powered IT operations across southern and eastern Africa. Atera is the world's first autonomous IT platform unifying RMM, help desk, ticketing, and patch management with AI agents. South Africa represents a key growth opportunity, with the partnership targeting MSPs, mid-market enterprises, and technology companies.
• IvanticoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 December 2025Distribution partnership to deliver Ivanti's unified endpoint management, mobile device management, IT service management, and vulnerability management solutions across the SADC region. Collaboration aims to support digital transformation, security, and efficient IT operations for organizations in Southern Africa.
• TeamViewercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 November 2025Strategic partnership to expand digital workplace solutions across Africa. Partnership supports remote work, digital transformation, and operational efficiency for African businesses. Product suites include remote support, augmented reality, and enterprise management tools.
• Vyaire MedicalminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 3 December 2024Maxtec acquired the Bird MicroBlender product line from Vyaire Medical's ventilator business unit. The acquisition integrates precision FiO2 delivery devices into Maxtec's respiratory care portfolio. Transfer of design and production to Maxtec's U.S. facilities is underway.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hamilton Medical: Swiss manufacturer of ICU ventilators and respiratory care equipment. Comparable to Maxtec in targeting ventilator accessories, gas blending, and oxygen analysis for critical care and anesthesia applications.
• Drägerwerk: German medical and safety technology company with a major respiratory care, anesthesia, and ventilation portfolio. Direct competitor in oxygen blenders, anesthesia gas delivery, and patient monitoring where Maxtec's MaxO₂ ME and Bird MicroBlender products compete.
• Caire Inc. Specialist oxygen therapy equipment manufacturer (concentrators, liquid oxygen systems, portable oxygen) serving medical and industrial customers. Comparable to Maxtec in the precision oxygen delivery and respiratory care category, with similar end-market focus.
• Vyaire Medical: Global respiratory care and ventilation equipment manufacturer from which Maxtec acquired the Bird MicroBlender product line in December 2024. Directly competes in the same precision FiO2 delivery and ventilator accessories category Maxtec now serves with the Bird by Maxtec brand.
• Invacare Corporation: Manufacturer of home and long-term care medical equipment including oxygen concentrators and respiratory therapy products. Comparable to Maxtec in addressing oxygen therapy and respiratory care customers, particularly in non-acute settings.
• Perma Pure LLC: Sister company now unified under the Salaera parent alongside Maxtec. Manufactures Nafion™-based gas sample conditioning dryers and humidifiers for OEM analytical and emissions monitoring applications; the most direct technology peer for Maxtec's gas-path portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Philips Respironics: Respiratory care division of Royal Philips, a broad incumbent offering ventilators, oxygen therapy, and patient monitoring across the same hospital and home-care channels as Maxtec. Overlaps in oxygen concentrators, blenders, and respiratory diagnostics.
• Teleflex Incorporated: Diversified medical device manufacturer with respiratory and anesthesia product lines. Comparable to Maxtec in supplying hospital respiratory care consumables and gas delivery accessories, though Teleflex operates at much greater scale across multiple clinical specialties.
• GE HealthCare: Large diversified medical device and imaging incumbent with a respiratory and patient monitoring franchise. Competes with Maxtec in anesthesia gas delivery and oxygen analysis as part of a much broader portfolio across hospital systems.
• Medtronic (Respiratory Interventions): Global medical device major with a Respiratory Interventions business serving ventilation, airway, and oxygen therapy. Overlaps with Maxtec in hospitals and home-care oxygen delivery as part of a broader multi-specialty portfolio.

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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