Pearltec

What Pearltec does

Pearltec (legal entity Pearl Technology AG) is a Swiss medical device manufacturer specializing in patient positioning, fixation, and placement solutions for radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiotherapy. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Schlieren, Switzerland, the company designs and produces a portfolio of positioning aids including the patented EPS (Expandable Polystyrene) bead-based PearlFit system, inflatable MULTIPAD, ProFoam foam positioning aids, ProBelt strap systems, CT Head Fix, Crania head immobilization, Babyfix for pediatric imaging, MR Safety Pads for thermal-burn prevention, and the ProFoam Plate for MRI. The underlying EPS technology was developed in cooperation with ETH Zurich and university hospitals from research on high-resolution pQCT systems and is protected by patents, with all manufacturing performed in Switzerland (Swiss Made designation) under ISO 13485 quality management certification.

The company serves two primary customer segments. First, end-user healthcare providers including hospitals, radiology departments, and pediatric imaging centers across 35+ countries, reached through a network of over 30 named regional distribution partners and direct sales from the Swiss headquarters, with a dedicated US subsidiary (Pearltec USA Inc., Newark, Delaware). Second, original equipment manufacturers of medical imaging, radiotherapy, surgery, and neonatology equipment, supplied under the 'Pearl Technology Inside' white-label program; named OEM partners include Canon Medical Systems, GE HealthCare, Philips Healthcare, Siemens Healthineers, Esaote, Hyperfine, CASCINATION, Interventional Systems, Positrigo, and Aspect Imaging. Documented use cases include sedation-free pediatric MRI protocols at Oslo University Hospital, MR safety improvements via ProFoam Plates co-developed with InHealth Group (UK), and MSK MRI scan time reductions of approximately 50% when combined with advanced scanner features.

The business operates as a privately held Swiss Aktiengesellschaft with leadership comprising Managing Director Dr. Thomas Müller, Laurent Mager (Marketing & Sales for CH/DE/AT), and Judith Roost (Product Development & Supply Chain). The company maintains a content-driven marketing presence via blog, CPD-endorsed webinars, social media, and training partnerships with educational institutions for future radiology specialists. Disclosed funding is limited to a 2012 round of approximately $2M from Aargauische Kantonalbank, Berner Partners, Tugboat, and Zürcher Kantonal Bank, with no subsequent funding events publicly disclosed, suggesting a capital-efficient operating model supported by OEM design-win economics and broad channel distribution.

Name

Pearltec

Legal name

Pearl Technology AG

Website

https://pearl-technology.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Pearltec (Pearl Technology AG) is a Swiss medical device manufacturer of patented EPS bead-based patient positioning solutions for radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiotherapy, serving hospitals across 35+ countries via direct sales, distribution partners, and OEM integrations with Canon, GE, Philips, Siemens, and Esaote.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Imaging Positioning Devices

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLAHABAK

Contrast Media Injectors & Radiology Accessories

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Medical Devices & Diagnostics/Medical Imaging & Radiology Equipment

SECONDARYHLAHABAG

Interventional Radiology & Image-Guided Therapy Systems

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Medical Devices & Diagnostics/Medical Imaging & Radiology Equipment

Keywords

• Patient positioning solutions
• Medical imaging accessories
• Radiology positioning aids
• MRI patient immobilization
• OEM medical device components

Headquarters

HQ city

Schlieren

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Standard Patient Positioning Products: Pearl Technology manufactures and sells a wide range of standard patient positioning aids including Babyfix, Crania, CT Gantry Cover, CT Head Fix, CT Table Cover, FoamFit, MR Safety Pad, MULTIPAD, PearlFit, ProBelt, ProFoam, ProFoam Table Mat, Sandbag, and accessories. These are sold directly to hospitals and through channel partners globally.
2. Customized OEM Solutions: Pearl Technology develops and produces customized positioning solutions for OEM manufacturers of radiology, radiotherapy, surgery, and neonatology equipment. This includes both product development and production services, branded as 'Pearl Technology Inside'. Partners include Canon, GE, Hyperfine, Philips, Siemens, Esaote, CASCINATION, Interventional Systems, Positrigo, and Aspect Imaging.
3. Research and Custom Solutions: Solutions for researchers in various medical fields, including neonatology, providing customized development and production services for academic and research institutions.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pearl Technology AG manufactures and sells patient positioning aids and immobilization devices for radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiotherapy. The product portfolio is built on patented EPS (Expandable Polystyrene) bead technology encased in durable PU foil, enabling adaptive, pressure-point-free patient support. In addition to standard products sold directly and through distribution partners, the company develops customized OEM positioning solutions for leading medical imaging equipment manufacturers under the "Pearl Technology Inside" program.

Product overview

Pearltec (Pearl Technology AG) offers a comprehensive portfolio of patient positioning solutions for radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiotherapy. The product lineup centers on their patented EPS bead-based PearlFit technology encased in durable PU foil, which provides individually adaptable, pressure-point-free patient positioning. Core products include MULTIPAD inflatable pads for adjustable immobilization, ProFoam foam positioning aids, ProBelt strap systems, and specialized fixation devices like CT HeadFix, Crania, and Babyfix. Accessories include hygiene covers and disposable strap systems. All products are manufactured 100% in Switzerland and designed for durability, hygiene, and comfort during medical imaging procedures.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pearl Technology Inside: A label and initiative identifying innovative customized OEM solutions developed for leading device manufacturers in radiology, radiotherapy, surgery, and neonatology.

Products and services

• Babyfix Positioning aid for infant imaging, used in feed-and-wrap techniques to enable sedation-free pediatric MRI and CT examinations.
• Crania Head immobilization system for MRI head coils, providing stable fixation during neuroimaging examinations.
• CT Gantry Cover Protective cover for CT gantry openings, maintaining hygiene and protecting equipment during examinations.
• CT Head Fix Inflatable positioning aid for stabilizing the head during CT examinations, reducing motion artifacts and improving image quality.
• CT Table Cover Protective covering for CT examination tables, ensuring hygiene and easy cleaning between patient examinations.
• FoamFit Foam-based positioning cushion for patient comfort and stabilization during radiology procedures.
• MR Safety Pad Non-conducting positioning pad for MRI that prevents RF-induced thermal burns and skin-to-skin contact during scans.
• MULTIPAD Inflatable positioning pad with adjustable pressure for patient immobilization during MRI, providing comfort and motion reduction through patient-controlled inflation/deflation valves.
• PearlFit

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduction in sedation rates for pediatric MRI when combining Pearl Technology positioning aids (Multipad, Babyfix) with modern MRI techniques and protocols (e.g., Deep Resolve)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EsaotecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 September 2025Esaote and Pearl Technology AG joined forces in September 2025 to improve the MRI patient experience. Pearl Technology supplies positioning aids for Esaote's open MRI systems. The partnership combines Esaote's patient-centered open MRI approach with Pearl Technology's comfort and image quality positioning solutions.
• InHealth GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 August 2024Pearl Technology and InHealth Group jointly organized a free CPD-endorsed MR Safety webinar that brought together over 350 radiology professionals worldwide. Dr Darren Hudson from InHealth collaborated with Pearl Technology on developing the ProFoam Plate for MRI, a specialized pad that helps reduce the risk of patient burns in MRI by preventing conduction loops. The webinar featured presentations from InHealth MRI experts on patient safety incident response frameworks.
• Canon Medical SystemscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerCanon Medical Systems integrates Pearl Technology's customized positioning solutions into their radiology equipment. Canon is featured as a partner logo on Pearl Technology's homepage, and Pearl Technology has produced a customized solution flyer specifically for Canon. The relationship is part of the 'Pearl Technology Inside' OEM program.
• GE HealthCarecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerGE HealthCare partners with Pearl Technology as an OEM customer for customized positioning solutions integrated into GE radiology and MRI equipment. GE is featured as a partner logo on Pearl Technology's homepage.
• Philips HealthcarecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerPhilips Healthcare integrates Pearl Technology's customized positioning solutions into their medical imaging equipment. Philips is featured as a partner logo on Pearl Technology's homepage.
• Siemens HealthineerscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSiemens Healthineers partners with Pearl Technology as an OEM customer for customized positioning solutions. Siemens is featured as a partner logo on Pearl Technology's homepage.
• HyperfinecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerHyperfine partners with Pearl Technology as an OEM customer for customized positioning solutions, featured as a partner logo on Pearl Technology's homepage.
• CASCINATIONminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCASCINATION is listed as a satisfied partner on Pearl Technology's partner solutions page. Nature of partnership is not specified beyond the partner logo listing.
• Interventional SystemsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInterventional Systems is listed as a satisfied partner on Pearl Technology's partner solutions page. Nature of partnership is not specified beyond the partner logo listing.
• PositrigominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPositrigo is listed as a satisfied partner on Pearl Technology's partner solutions page. Nature of partnership is not specified beyond the partner logo listing.
• Aspect ImagingminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAspect Imaging partners with Pearl Technology for customized solutions, as evidenced by a downloadable case study flyer on Pearl Technology's website. Aspect Imaging produces specialized MRI systems.
• ETH ZurichcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPearl Technology's patented technology was developed in cooperation with ETH Zurich and renowned university hospitals. The technology originated from research on high-resolution pQCT systems at ETH Zurich.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MacroMedics: MacroMedics specializes in patient positioning systems for radiotherapy, including baseplates, cushions, and immobilization devices. It competes with Pearltec's radiotherapy positioning line and shares a similar niche-medical-device profile with global distributor reach.
• Qfix: Qfix designs patient positioning and immobilization devices, particularly for radiotherapy and diagnostic imaging, including head, breast, and stereotactic body frames. It is a direct competitor in radiology and radiotherapy positioning hardware with comparable OEM and hospital channels.
• Innovative Medical Products (IMP): IMP designs surgical and imaging positioning devices such as Universal Head Positioners and table pads. It overlaps with Pearltec's positioning aids for CT, MRI, and interventional radiology and addresses similar hospital and OEM customers.
• Orfit Industries: Orfit manufactures thermoplastic immobilization masks, patient positioning devices, and radiotherapy accessories used in imaging and radiation oncology. It competes with Pearltec in head/neck immobilization and reproducible positioning for serial imaging and radiotherapy workflows.
• CQ Medical (formerly CIVCO Medical Solutions): CQ Medical is a global leader in patient positioning, immobilization, and surface-guidance accessories for radiology, ultrasound, and radiotherapy. It is the closest like-for-like competitor to Pearltec in terms of product breadth (cushions, straps, table pads), OEM-style supply, and global hospital distribution.
• Bionix Radiation Therapy: Bionix develops patient positioning and radiation therapy accessories, including headrests, breast boards, and immobilization devices. It targets similar hospital radiology and radiation oncology buyers as Pearltec with overlapping product categories.

Broad incumbents

• Elekta: Elekta is a global radiotherapy and radiosurgery equipment manufacturer that also sells its own patient positioning and immobilization solutions. It is a broader incumbent than Pearltec, with much larger scale, but competes in the same radiotherapy positioning niche through its Unity and Versa HD ecosystems.
• Varian Medical Systems (a Siemens Healthineers company): Varian is one of the largest radiotherapy and imaging software/hardware vendors and supplies its own patient positioning and motion-management systems. As a Siemens Healthineers company, it is both an OEM partner of Pearltec and a broader incumbent competitor in positioning hardware for radiotherapy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors4 records

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M&A

Investments

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