CLS Surgimedics

What CLS Surgimedics does

CLS Surgimedics (legal entity Surgimedics, Inc.) is a privately held medical device company founded in 1989 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, that designs and manufactures laser and electrosurgical smoke evacuation equipment. Its product portfolio centers on the Surgifresh Turbo and PureVac Turbo smoke evacuator systems, which use Ultra-Low Penetration Air (ULPA) filtration rated at 99.995-99.999% efficiency for particles down to 0.1 microns. A two-stage filtration architecture pairs a replaceable prefilter with the primary ULPA filter to extend filter life and reduce cost per procedure; consumable filters and single-use tubing generate recurring revenue alongside capital equipment sales. Supporting accessories include the ArmStand Assistant, pneumatic foot control pedals, wands, reducers, and disposable bundle kits sized to facility procedure volume.

The company sells direct to healthcare facilities through its e-commerce storefront (surgimedics.com), toll-free phone sales, and email customer service, with Coastal Life Systems, Inc. operating as a stocking distributor for general surgical products. Target end markets are hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, specialty clinics (including laser hair removal and dermatology), physician offices, and veterinary practices across specialties such as general surgery, obstetrics/gynecology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, plastic surgery, urology, and oncology. The company employs 51-100 people, has no disclosed external funding, and operates primarily in the U.S. market despite aspirational website language about global presence.

Revenue mechanics combine one-time capital equipment sales (Surgifresh Turbo system priced at approximately $1,700-$2,500 as packaged) with recurring consumable revenue from ULPA filters (up to 90-day life), prefilters, single-use tubing, and bundle kits priced $287-$939. Product differentiation is anchored on cost efficiency (replaceable prefilters protecting the more expensive ULPA media), simplicity of operation, portability (wheel-mounted design), and ULPA-grade filtration performance. No AI, software platform, or data services are part of the offering; the company competes on filtration physics, consumables economics, and direct distribution reach.

Name

CLS Surgimedics

Legal name

Surgimedics, Inc.

Website

https://surgimedics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CLS Surgimedics designs and manufactures ULPA-filtered surgical smoke evacuation systems (Surgifresh Turbo, PureVac Turbo) and consumable filters and tubing, selling direct via e-commerce and phone to hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, clinics, and physician offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Surgical Smoke Evacuation Systems

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Suction, Irrigation & Fluid Management Systems (HLAHADAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Air Quality & Environmental Infection Control (HEPA Filtration, Isolation Barriers, CSSD/HVAC Solutions) (HLAHANAK)

Keywords

• Surgical smoke evacuation
• Medical device manufacturing
• ULPA filtration systems
• Electrosurgical accessories
• Operating room equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Smoke Evacuation Systems (Capital Equipment): One-time purchase of smoke evacuation hardware including Surgifresh Turbo and PureVac Turbo systems. These portable units are sold with optional accessories like ArmStand Assistant and extended warranties. Revenue is recognized at point of sale with occasional promotional pricing.
2. Consumable Filters and Tubing: Recurring revenue from replacement filters (ULPA filters, prefilters, in-line filters) and smoke evacuation tubing. Prefilters recommended for single use, ULPA filters last up to 90 days, tubing is single-use only. Bundle kits offer cost-efficient packages of filters and tubing sized for facility procedure volume.
3. Accessories and Replacement Parts: Sale of accessories including foot control pedals, ArmStand Assistants, wands, reducers/adapters, and sponge guards. Extended warranties also available as add-on purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

CLS Surgimedics designs, manufactures, and sells surgical smoke evacuation equipment for laser and electrosurgical procedures. The product portfolio centers on ULPA-filtered smoke evacuator systems (Surgifresh Turbo and PureVac Turbo), replacement ULPA filters and prefilters, smoke evacuation tubing, and supporting accessories such as the ArmStand Assistant and pneumatic foot control pedal. The offering targets hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, clinics, and physician offices across general surgery and multiple specialties.

Product overview

CLS Surgimedics is a medical device company offering a comprehensive smoke evacuation product portfolio centered on its Surgifresh and PureVac Turbo smoke evacuator systems. The core offering includes high-efficiency ULPA filtration systems (rated 99.995-99.999% efficiency down to 0.1 microns) combined with replaceable prefilters, smoke evacuation tubing in multiple diameters (1 1/3", 7/8", 1/4"), and supporting accessories such as the ArmStand Assistant and foot control pedal. The company also provides comprehensive disposable bundle kits, in-line wall filters, and select general surgery products. The Surgifresh Turbo represents the flagship professional-grade system, while the PureVac Turbo offers a quieter solution for smaller facilities. Products serve hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, clinics, and physician offices across specialties including laparoscopy, ophthalmology, veterinary, and laser hair removal.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Surgifresh: Product line of smoke evacuation systems including Surgifresh Turbo and related filters and accessories.
• PureVac

Products and services

• Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuation System Flagship high-performance smoke evacuation unit designed for capturing laser and electrosurgical smoke plumes in operating rooms and procedure suites. Features ULPA filtration, replaceable prefilter system to extend filter life, wheel-mounted portability for use across rooms, smooth-bore tubing with adjustable suction (5-65 CFM), and built-in filter test mode that monitors ULPA filter status via pressure differential. For hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, clinics, and physician offices performing electrosurgical and laser procedures.
• PureVac Turbo Smoke Evacuation System Compact, quieter smoke evacuation solution designed for smaller procedures and facilities with lower procedure volumes. Available in 120V configuration. Pairs with the ULPA Clear Filter. For smaller clinics, physician offices, and aesthetic practices needing lower-noise operation.
• Surgifresh Turbo Complete Deal Complete bundled package including the Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuator, ULPA Smoke Filter, 5 prefilters, choice of 5 tubing pieces, and a pneumatic foot pedal. Promotional pricing available only in the United States and US Territories. For new buyers seeking a turnkey smoke evacuation setup with starter consumables.
• Protection Plus ULPA Filter Premium ULPA filtration component rated 99.999% efficient for particles down to 0.1 microns, with 25% more specialty blended activated carbon than the standard ULPA Smoke Filter for enhanced odor removal. Up to 90-day lifespan with regular prefilter replacement. Designed for procedures producing offensive odor and gases such as laser hair removal and other laser procedures.
• ULPA Smoke Filter Standard ULPA smoke filter using VLSI Grade 2 ULPA media, rated 99.995% efficient for filtering toxic particulate and eliminating organic odors. Lasts up to 90 days with regular prefilter replacement. The economical primary filtration option for the Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuation System.
• ULPA Clear Filter ULPA filter specifically designed for use with the PureVac Turbo smoke evacuator. Replacement filter for the PureVac product line.
• Protection Plus Prefilter (7/8" and 1 1/3" Vacuum Hose Port) Four-layer prefilter containing activated carbon for odor removal, available with either 7/8" or 1 1/3" vacuum hose ports. Captures large particulate before it reaches the ULPA primary filter, extending ULPA filter life and reducing cost per procedure. Recommended for procedures producing odor and gases.
• Smoke Prefilter (7/8" and 1 1/3" Vacuum Hose Port) HEPA prefilter for the Surgifresh smoke evacuator, available with 7/8" or 1 1/3" vacuum hose ports. Removes particles down to 0.3 microns and extends ULPA primary filter life by capturing large particulate first. Recommended for low-plume electrosurgical and laser procedures.
• In-Line Wall Smoke Plume Removal Filter In-line filter for wall suction systems, available in single-use and multi-use configurations. HEPA-rated at 99.995% efficiency for particles down to 0.3 microns. Compatible with 1/4" or 3/8" tubing. For facilities using wall suction rather than dedicated smoke evacuator units.
• Smoke Evacuation Tubing Single-use smoke evacuation tubing available in three diameters (1 1/3", 7/8", and 1/4") and various lengths (6ft, 10ft, 12ft). Options with integral wand and sponge guard are available at premium pricing for efficient smoke capture. Used to connect the smoke evacuator to the procedure site.
• Foot Control Pedal Pneumatic foot control pedal with 12.6 ft length providing hands-free activation of Surgifresh or PureVac Smoke Evacuators. Allows surgical staff to keep both hands free during procedures while controlling smoke evacuation.
• ArmStand Assistant Adjustable floor stand with velcro straps (38"-61" height range) that securely holds smoke evacuation tubing at the procedure site, eliminating the need for staff to manually hold tubing during procedures.
• Surgimedics Bundle Kits for Disposables Cost-efficient disposable accessory bundles available in Small (5 procedures), Medium (15 procedures), and Large (30 procedures) package sizes. Each bundle includes a combination of prefilters and tubing, with options to include or exclude the ULPA filter. Available in 7/8" and 1 1/3" tubing configurations. Designed to align consumable purchasing with facility procedure volume.
• Surgical Products Select general surgical supplies for hospitals, clinics, and physician offices, including Scope Warmer and other surgical devices. Sold through the Surgimedics platform to complement the smoke evacuation product line.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.995-99.999% filtration efficiency for particles 0.1 microns and larger
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Coastal Life Systems, Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCoastal Life Systems, Inc. is a stocking distributor and manufacturer's representative operating independently from CLS Surgimedics. They supply general surgical medical devices to hospitals and physicians across multiple specialties including general surgery, obstetrics, gynecology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, laser surgery, oncology, plastic surgery, urology, wound care, emergency care, and neonatal/pediatric ICUs. Their products are available through the Surgimedics platform. Coastal Life Systems has been a leading supplier of surgical devices for 25 years.

Scale indicators3 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Steris: Steris plays in sterilization and infection prevention adjacent to filtration-based plume control. Indirectly comparable via the infection-control buyer and HEPA/ULPA filtration regimes for healthcare air quality.
• Erbe Elektromedizin: German manufacturer of electrosurgical and plasma surgical systems, including smoke evacuation capabilities. Provides overlapping technology and competes for global OR accounts.
• Medtronic: Through its legacy Covidien/AirSeal portfolio, Medtronic offers smoke evacuation alongside electrosurgical generators and capital equipment. Competes for the same OR accounts but as part of a broader medtech portfolio with far greater scale.
• CooperSurgical: Broad women's health and surgical device manufacturer with energy and plume management solutions. Comparable customer base in ambulatory and specialty surgical settings, particularly GYN and reproductive surgery.
• Stryker: Stryker provides electrosurgical and smoke evacuation solutions integrated into its broader surgical equipment portfolio. Overlapping customer base in hospitals and ASCs but competes primarily through bundled capital deals.
• Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson): Ethicon offers smoke evacuation products alongside its energy and surgical stapling franchises. Targets the same OR environment and benefits from J&J's distribution and contract leverage with hospital systems.

Direct peers

• Symmetry Surgical: Manufacturer of surgical instruments and energy accessories sold into hospitals and specialty surgical centers. Comparable hospital/ASC customer base and overlapping distribution relationships.
• CONMED (Buffalo Filter): CONMED's Buffalo Filter division is the most direct competitor in surgical smoke evacuation, offering integrated evacuators and ULPA-grade filters. Highly comparable product line, target customer base (ORs, ASCs), and recurring filter business model.
• Megadyne (Johnson & Johnson / Ethicon): Electrosurgical product manufacturer (now part of Ethicon) producing smoke evacuation pencils and accessories. Directly comparable on electrosurgical smoke capture technology and OR customer base.
• Apyx Medical (formerly Bovie Medical): Apyx Medical designs and manufactures electrosurgical generators and related accessories, overlapping with CLS's electrosurgical smoke evacuation customer base. Nicher player but directly competitive on the energy/plume management axis.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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