ECONOMED

What ECONOMED does

EconoMed (legal entity: Economedical Ltd.) is a UK-based e-commerce retailer of medical supplies, operating since 2024 with a head office in Warwick and a fulfillment hub in Liverpool/Speke. The company sells medical consumables, healthcare equipment, clinical accessories, and workplace-first-aid supplies through a single Shopify-powered storefront that serves both consumer (D2C) and business (B2B) buyers, including private clinics, healthcare organisations, commercial facilities, and public-sector/education purchasers via a purchase-order account workflow.

The underlying technology stack is deliberately minimal: a Shopify e-commerce front-end, SSL encryption, and third-party payment processing. There is no bespoke platform, no proprietary software, and no AI/ML capability disclosed. The business model is straightforward internet retail — gross margin on goods sold, with checkout available to consumer buyers and net-terms invoicing available to B2B accounts.

The company is private, very small (1–10 employees), and has not disclosed any external funding, M&A activity, partnerships, or named investors. Strategic positioning is value-tier and UK-domestic, with no current international footprint or institutional customer concentration disclosed.

Name

ECONOMED

Legal name

Economedical Ltd.

Website

https://economed.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EconoMed is a UK-based e-commerce retailer, founded in 2024, selling medical consumables, healthcare equipment, clinical accessories, and workplace supplies to consumers, private clinics, healthcare organisations, and public-sector buyers via a Shopify storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Warwick

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct-to-consumer and B2B sales of medical consumables, healthcare equipment, clinical accessories, and workplace supplies through online storefront. Revenue generated from one-time product transactions with prices inclusive of VAT.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

EconoMed is a UK-based online retailer that sells medical consumables, healthcare equipment, clinical accessories, ergonomic seating, workplace safety/protective gear, and commercial facility supplies directly to healthcare organisations, private clinics, businesses, public sector bodies, and individual customers. All products are held in domestic UK stock at the Liverpool (Speke) distribution hub and fulfilled with tracked courier delivery, with bespoke pricing available for large orders.

Product overview

EconoMed operates as a UK-based online catalogue and supplier of medical consumables, healthcare equipment, clinical accessories, workplace supplies, and commercial facility products. The product portfolio is organized into three main collections: (1) Ergonomic Seating & Furniture covering adjustable saddle stools with backrests in black and white variants; (2) Work Safety & Protective Gear including face shield head frames, replacement visors, and non-woven protective hoods; and (3) Commercial Facility & Facility Supplies featuring diagnostic equipment (Seca and Kern scales, KaWe ear funnels), therapy products (Prämeta tourniquet straps, K-Active tape), cleaning supplies (B.Braun fleece wipes), and filing systems (Fermata steel card index boxes). The offering is structured as a unified e-commerce catalogue rather than a platform architecture, with all products available through the same UK-based fulfillment process with transparent pricing, stock availability, and delivery information.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ergonomic Split-Seat Saddle Stool with Backrest (Black) Adjustable split-seat saddle stool with ergonomic two-part seat design and matching backrest, finished in durable synthetic leather with a heavy-duty chrome-plated base and smooth-rolling castors. Targeted at healthcare and professional environments requiring long-term comfort and structural support.
• Ergonomic Divided Saddle Stool with Backrest (White) Adjustable divided-seat saddle stool featuring an ergonomic split two-part seat design with matching backrest, finished in white synthetic leather with a chrome-plated steel base and castors for hard floors. Targeted at healthcare and professional environments requiring long-term comfort and structural support.
• Steel Card Index Box for DIN A5 Horizontal Cards (Grey) Robust steel card index box for secure archival and organisation of physical record cards, featuring DIN A5 horizontal format compatibility, built-in cylinder lock, castor-mounted pull-outs, and a stackable modular design. Targeted at facilities and administrative offices requiring physical records management.
• K-Active Tape Gentle by SCHUPP (1 Roll) Flexible, elastic utility tape with a mild adhesive formulation for light, comfortable wear on delicate areas, suitable for frequent application cycles. Made from breathable, water-repellent woven cotton fabric. Targeted at clinical and therapy settings.
• B.Braun Petzold Fleece Cloth Roll for Wipe Dispensers (60 Count) Dry, lint-free synthetic fleece cloth roll for refilling compatible storage buckets and dispenser tubes, featuring perforations for easy single-sheet removal. Targeted at clinical and healthcare cleaning applications.
• KaWe Disposable Ear Funnels, black 4 mm (Pack of 1000) Hygienic single-use ear specula (ear funnels) designed for high-volume use with KaWe Combilight and Eurolight series otoscopes, featuring matte black medical-grade plastic construction to reduce light reflection. Targeted at clinical diagnostic use.
• Seca clara 803 Digital Personal Scale (Black) High-precision digital floor scale for routine weight checks with 150 kg capacity and 100g increments, featuring ultra-low platform design, auto step-on function, and large LCD display. Targeted at clinical and healthcare diagnostic use.
• Kern Professional Fitness Column Scales (Standard Version) Professional floor scale with 250 kg capacity and 0.1 kg increments, featuring tempered safety glass platform, metal and plastic column with fixed display screen, Tare function, and kg/lbs unit switching. Targeted at clinical and fitness diagnostic use.
• Prämeta Replacement Band, Green One-button Model (902-2) Original Prämeta replacement band designed for the Prämeta one-button venous tourniquet, allowing replacement of worn or soiled bands without replacing the metal housing unit. Targeted at clinical and phlebotomy use.
• Prämeta Replacement Strap for Grey Model Spare component for the Prämeta Grey venous tourniquet enabling replacement of worn or soiled straps while retaining the original metal housing, reducing replacement costs and equipment waste. Targeted at clinical and phlebotomy use.
• Heinz Herenz Adjustable Mounting Head Frame for Protective Face Shields Adjustable lightweight head frame as mounting system for protective face shields, featuring pressure-balanced ergonomic headband, ultra-lightweight polymer plastic construction, and compatibility with safety glasses. Targeted at clinical and workplace protective use.
• Heinz Herenz Replacement Clear Visors for Protective Face Shields (10 Pack) Pack of 10 clear replacement visors for compatible mounting head frames, providing durable wrap-around face protection with excellent visibility, moisture-resistant design, and clearance for safety glasses. Targeted at clinical and workplace protective use.
• Nitras Full-Coverage Non-Woven Protective Hood (100 Pack) Bulk pack of 100 non-woven protective hoods made from lightweight, breathable polypropylene spunbond fleece for comprehensive head and neck coverage, featuring integrated balaclava-style design. Targeted at clinical, laboratory, and workplace protective use.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1-3 business day total estimated delivery window from checkout

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• McKesson UK: UK operations of global healthcare distributor McKesson, supplying pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and workforce solutions to pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics — a broad incumbent with overlapping medical supplies distribution.
• Henry Schein UK: UK arm of the global Henry Schein healthcare distribution group, supplying medical and dental consumables, equipment, and services to NHS and private providers — a much larger incumbent operating in the same medical supplies category.
• Fisher Scientific UK (Thermo Fisher Scientific): UK distribution arm of Thermo Fisher Scientific supplying laboratory, clinical, and diagnostic supplies to healthcare and research institutions — a broad incumbent with overlapping medical/diagnostic product range.

Direct peers

• Steroplast Healthcare: UK-based supplier of medical consumables, wound care, and first-aid products to healthcare, occupational health, and consumer buyers — similar product mix and multi-segment customer approach.
• Williams Medical Supplies: Long-established UK medical supplies distributor serving NHS trusts, GP practices, and private clinics with consumables, diagnostics, and equipment — directly comparable to EconoMed's product mix and B2B/B2C customer base.
• Bound Tree Medical: Online medical supplies distributor serving EMS, hospitals, and clinical practices with consumables and equipment — operates a comparable e-commerce-led B2B medical supplies model even though primarily US-focused.
• SP Services (UK): UK-based online retailer of medical, first-aid, and clinical supplies to healthcare organisations and businesses — operates a similar e-commerce-led distribution model targeting overlapping buyer segments.
• Reliance Medical: UK manufacturer and retailer of first-aid, medical, and workplace safety supplies sold through distribution and direct channels — comparable in product focus on consumables, protective wear, and clinical accessories.
• Medisave: UK online medical supplies retailer offering diagnostic devices, consumables, and clinical accessories to healthcare professionals and consumers — directly comparable in product range, channel, and target customer.

Emerging players

• Gompels Healthcare: UK-based supplier of medical, hygiene, and infection-control products to care homes, clinics, and businesses — comparable in serving small-to-mid healthcare buyers with consumables and workplace/clinical supplies.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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• Pinterestpinterest.ca/econo_med

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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