What Akrus does

AKRUS is a privately-held German medical technology company founded in 1946 and headquartered in Elmshorn, Germany, operating as AKRUS GmbH & Co. KG with 55 employees. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and global sale of mobile patient positioning systems for ambulatory surgical procedures, including mobile operating chairs and tables (sc5010 ES/HS, sc5010 SEK, sb5010 ES/HS), surgeon chairs and stools (ak480, ak445/446/447), a high-precision patient couch for refractive laser surgery (LS Comfort), breast diagnostic chairs (ak5010 MBS), and instrument support tables. Core technology centers on battery-powered electric height adjustment systems with lithium-ion battery technology enabling mains-independent mobility, multi-axis precision positioning mechanisms, integrated safety systems, and durable construction supporting patient loads up to 300 kg. Products are certified as Class I medical devices under ISO 13485:2016, EU MDR 2017/745, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 60601-1, and UK MDR 2002.

The company generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales of medical positioning equipment, complemented by accessories and spare parts sales and extended warranty services (up to 5 years, with spare parts available for 10 years). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. AKRUS serves hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty clinics across 46 export countries through a hybrid distribution model combining authorized medical technology dealers with direct enterprise sales engagement. End-customer use cases span ophthalmology, orthopedics, ENT, radiology, breast diagnostics, dermatology, plastic surgery, and neurosurgery. The company markets through international trade show participation (MedtecLIVE, WHX Dubai, RSNA, JFR, DOG Congress, DMD Conference) alongside digital channels including a multi-language website, LinkedIn, and YouTube. AKRUS is controlled by management through AKRUS Verwaltungs GmbH (Managing Director: Rainer Höpfl) with no disclosed external institutional investors or parent company.

Name

Akrus

Legal name

AKRUS GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://akrus.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

AKRUS is a German medical technology manufacturer (founded 1946, 55 employees) that designs, produces, and globally sells mobile patient positioning systems — including operating chairs, surgeon stools, refractive laser surgery couches, and breast diagnostic chairs — to hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers across 46 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Equipment Manufacturing - Patient Positioning Systems

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Patient Positioning & OR Tables, Lights & Booms (HLAHADAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Seating & Positioning Systems (Cushions, Backs, Pressure Relief) (HLAHAMAB)

Keywords

• Medical equipment manufacturing
• Patient positioning systems
• Ambulatory surgery devices
• Mobile operating chairs
• Medical technology hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Elmshorn

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Equipment Hardware Sales: Sale of mobile patient positioning systems including operating chairs, tables, surgeon stools, and diagnostic chairs. One-time purchase model with optional accessories and extensions.
2. Accessories and Spare Parts: Sale of replacement batteries, upholstery, armrests, headrests, leg supports, and other accessories for existing product lines.
3. Extended Warranty Services: Extended warranty coverage available for up to 5 years (standard warranty 12 months). Spare parts maintained for 10 years.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Akrus designs, manufactures, and sells mobile patient positioning systems for ambulatory surgery and outpatient procedures. The product portfolio includes battery-powered mobile operating chairs and tables (sc5010 series), surgeon's chairs and doctor's stools (ak480, ak445/446/447), breast diagnostic chairs (ak5010 MBS), precision patient couches for refractive laser surgery (LS Comfort), and instrument delivery tables. Products are Class I medical devices manufactured in Germany with ISO 13485, CE, FDA, and IEC 60601-1 certifications.

Product overview

Akrus is a German medical technology company specializing in mobile patient positioning systems for ambulatory surgery. The product portfolio includes five core product lines: Mobile Operating Chairs and Tables (sc5010 ES/HS, sc5010 SEK, sb5010 ES/HS), Surgeon's Chairs and Stools (ak480, ak445/446/447), Patient Support Systems for refractive laser surgery (LS Comfort), Instrument Support Tables (ak150 DL, ak106 VARIO, it760.i/it1060.i), and Breast Diagnostic Chairs (ak5010 MBS). All products are designed and manufactured in Germany, featuring battery-powered mobility, electric height adjustment, and ergonomic positioning capabilities for outpatient surgical procedures across specialties including ophthalmology, orthopedics, mammography, ENT, and plastic surgery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• sc5010 ES/HS Mobile Operating Chair Mobile battery-powered operating chair series for outpatient surgical procedures, featuring electric height adjustment, flexible positioning, and comfortable patient support. Used in ENT, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, nerve stimulation, and blood donation applications.
• sc5010 SEK Large Joint Operating Chair Mobile operating chair specifically designed for large joint surgeries (shoulder, elbow, knee), featuring orthopedics and arthroscopy capabilities with dermatology and aesthetic plastic surgery applications. Includes six memory functions for quick access to repetitive settings and emergency shock position button. Supports patient weights up to 200kg (standard) or 300kg (heavy-duty).
• ak5010 MBS Breast Diagnostic Chair Battery-powered electric breast diagnostic chair for preparation, transportation, and treatment of patients during breast examinations, featuring mammography, biopsy, and stereotaxy capabilities. Height adjustment from 68cm to 98cm with IP 65 protection class. Supports patient weights up to 135kg (standard) or 250kg (heavy-duty).
• ak480 Surgeon's Chair Electric height-adjustable surgeon's chair designed for outpatient procedures in ophthalmology, ENT, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and aesthetic surgery, neurosurgery, and dental applications. Features electric height adjustment via two separate heel pedals, ergonomic seat with tilt and horizontal movement, adjustable backrest, and multi-joint armrests.
• LS Comfort Patient Couch for Refractive Laser Surgery High-precision patient positioning table for refractive laser surgery, designed for use with Excimer and Femtosecond lasers in ophthalmic procedures. Features adjustable Z, X, and Y axes for precise laser focal point alignment, electric vertical headrest adjustment of 50mm, manual tilt 20° downward and 5° upward, and analog joystick for precise speed control (12mm/sec to 0.2mm/sec). Includes integrated safety systems and interlocks for laser integration.
• sb5010 ES/HS Operating Table Mobile operating tables for head surgery procedures, part of the 5010 series designed for ambulatory surgical settings.
• ak445 / ak446 / ak447 Doctor's Stools Series of doctor's stools with ergonomic design for comfortable seating during medical procedures.
• ak150 DL Instrument Tray Instrument delivery table for supporting surgical instruments during medical procedures.
• ak106 VARIO Instrument Table Variable-height instrument table for medical procedures.
• it760.i / it1060.i Instrument Delivery Tables Instrument delivery tables for medical and surgical applications.
• Accessories and Spare Parts Replacement batteries, upholstery, armrests, headrests, leg supports, and other accessories for the existing product lines. Spare parts maintained for 10 years post-purchase.
• Extended Warranty Services Extended warranty coverage available for up to 5 years beyond the standard 12-month warranty period.

Quantifiable outcome

• Improved workflow efficiency through faster motors and lithium-ion battery technology
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Fraunhofer IMTEcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2026Collaboration with Fraunhofer IMTE (Institute of Medical Engineering) as guests at the GRANNI creative workshop focusing on insights for age-appropriate medical devices. Joint participation in co-creative workshop initiative aimed at developing medical devices suitable for aging populations.
• Dealer NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProducts sold and serviced through authorized medical technology dealers. Dealers provide local sales, installation, and service support to end customers. Dealer qualification ensures quality service delivery.
• Laser Equipment ManufacturerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLS Comfort patient couches designed for integration with Excimer and Femtosecond laser systems from various laser manufacturers. Technical specifications developed for compatibility with leading laser equipment brands.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Brumaba: Brumaba is a German manufacturer of mobile operating chairs and tables for ambulatory surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, and dental procedures—directly overlapping with AKRUS's core product lines including the sc5010 series and LS Comfort positioning systems.
• Lojer Group: Finnish manufacturer of medical furniture, operating tables, and patient positioning equipment; competes with AKRUS in the ambulatory surgery and specialty clinic segments across Europe.
• Schmitz u. Söhne: German manufacturer of medical furniture and operating tables, with overlapping product lines in mobile and specialty surgery positioning for hospitals and ambulatory centers.
• Schaerer Medical: Swiss manufacturer of mobile operating tables and surgical workplace equipment, with overlapping product positioning in ambulatory and specialty surgery markets served by AKRUS.
• Merivaara: Finnish manufacturer of operating tables, surgical lights, and patient positioning systems, with comparable product offerings across ambulatory and specialty surgical settings.
• Medifa: Medifa is a German medical technology manufacturer of operating tables, surgical chairs, and medical furniture, serving hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers in direct competition with AKRUS's mobile positioning portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Trumpf Medical: Major German manufacturer of surgical tables, OR lights, and integrated OR solutions, with broad hospital-system reach that overlaps with AKRUS's positioning products at the enterprise level.
• Getinge (Maquet): Global medtech incumbent with Maquet surgical tables and OR equipment covering a broad portfolio; AKRUS competes in the ambulatory/mobile sub-segment where Getinge's Magnus and Yuno tables overlap.
• STERIS: Global provider of sterilization, surgical equipment, and OR solutions including operating tables and surgical lighting, with broader portfolio but overlapping ambulatory surgery positioning products.
• Hillrom (Baxter): Global medical technology company (now part of Baxter) offering surgical and procedural solutions including mobile operating tables, competing in the same hospital and ambulatory surgery channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@akrus6469
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/akrus

Compliance10 records

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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