What Ropox does

Ropox A/S is a Danish manufacturer founded in 1962 and headquartered in Næstved, operating as a subsidiary of the Swedish life science group AddLife. The company designs, develops, and produces assistive equipment for elderly people, wheelchair users, and individuals with mobility impairments, with a core product portfolio spanning height-adjustable washbasins (SupportLine, SwingLine, StandardLine, SlimLine, QuickLine, AdaptLine), toilet lifters and support arms, accessible bathtubs and shower beds, wheelchair-accessible tables and desks (Vision, Ergo, 4Single series), height-adjustable kitchen countertops and electric cabinet lifts (Flexi, Flexi4Single, Diagonal, VertiInside), nursing and changing tables (Maxi2, Medi2, Mobilio, Vario), and lifting systems (All-in-One Hoist and Walking Trainer). The underlying technology is electromechanical, relying on electric and manual height-adjustment mechanisms, integrated safety-stop features, grab-rail integration, and specialized pivot systems (e.g., the 180° rotating SwingLine washbasin and the 43 cm/18 cm diagonal cabinet trajectory), with proprietary accessories such as the MagList magnetic strip for tilting tabletops.

Ropox sells exclusively on a B2B, quote-based hardware model with no subscription component. Distribution is run through a global network of regional distributors covering Asia, Denmark, broader Europe, the Middle East, Oceania, and the USA & Canada, supported by country-specific websites for Denmark, Sweden, Germany, the UK, and Benelux, plus direct institutional contact for care homes, hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, and Changing Places public-facility projects. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; sales and delivery conditions are documented in a downloadable PDF and contracts are typically multi-year institutional deals. Customer segments include elderly care and assisted living facilities, healthcare and rehabilitation centers, educational institutions (including special needs schools), public venues and hospitality (galleries, holiday villages), and individual end-users with mobility disabilities, with named references such as Ørbygaard Care Home, Skovgården Care and Rehabilitation Centre, Geelsgaard School, Burton University Hospital, Center Parcs UK, and Hammel Rehabilitation Unit. Ropox has established technology integration partnerships with Guldmann (ceiling hoists) and Geberit (AquaClean toilet systems) for turnkey Changing Places installations, and a channel partnership with Polish prefabricated bathroom pod supplier Ready Bathroom to embed its products into modular new-build care home construction. The company employs 101-250 people and is privately held under AddLife, with no public funding rounds, M&A activity, or leadership changes disclosed in the source material.

Name

Ropox

Legal name

Ropox A/S

Website

https://ropox.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ropox A/S is a Danish manufacturer of height-adjustable, accessible bathroom, kitchen, and table solutions for elderly people and individuals with mobility impairments, selling B2B via global distributors and direct institutional sales to care homes, hospitals, schools, and Changing Places facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Assistive Accessibility Furniture

NAICS

Office Furniture (including Fixtures) Manufacturing (33721)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Patient Lifts, Transfer & Safe Handling Equipment (Hoists, Slings, Transfer Boards) (HLAHAMAE)

Keywords

• Accessible bathroom equipment
• Height-adjustable furniture
• Assistive kitchen solutions
• Wheelchair accessible products
• Changing tables and hoists

Headquarters

HQ city

Næstved

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Ropox generates revenue through the sale of physical assistive furniture and equipment including height-adjustable tables, washbasins, toilet lifters, shower beds, changing tables, kitchen solutions, and accessories. Products are sold as one-time purchases with no subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Ropox designs, manufactures and sells height-adjustable and accessibility-focused furniture and assistive devices for bathrooms, kitchens, tables, changing/nursing tables and lifting systems. Products include washbasins (SupportLine, SwingLine, StandardLine, SlimLine, QuickLine, AdaptLine), toilet lifters, accessible bathtubs, shower beds and seats, wheelchair-accessible desks (Vision, Ergo, 4Single), kitchen countertop and cabinet lifts (Flexi, Diagonal, VertiInside), nursing tables (Maxi2, Medi2), and walking hoists/trainers (All-in-One) plus related accessories.

Product overview

Ropox is a Danish company specializing in accessible care solutions for bathrooms, kitchens, tables, nursing tables, and lifting systems. Their product portfolio includes height-adjustable washbasins (SupportLine, SwingLine, StandardLine, SlimLine, QuickLine, AdaptLine), toilet lifters and support arms, accessible bathtubs (AquaCare), shower beds and seats, height-adjustable tables and desks (Vision, Ergo, 4Single series), nursing tables (Maxi2, Medi2, Mobilio, Vario), kitchen countertop lifts (Flexi, Flexi4Single), cabinet lifts (Diagonal, VertiInside), and lifting systems (All-in-One Hoist, Walking Trainer). All products are designed for wheelchair users and people with mobility challenges, focusing on independence, dignity, and ergonomic working conditions for caregivers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SupportLine Height Adjustable Washbasin Height adjustable washbasin with integrated grab rails, suitable for walking-impaired users. Available with fixed height, manual (71-101 cm) or electric (71-96 cm) height adjustment.
• SwingLine Rotating Washbasin Manual height adjustable washbasin (15 cm without Dock-In, 20 cm with Dock-In) that rotates 180 degrees to allow sink access from toilet. For seated wheelchair users and standing users.
• StandardLine Height Adjustable Washbasin Height adjustable washbasin with hand control or fixed control and hidden installations. 30 cm adjustment range.
• SlimLine Adjustable Washbasin with Mirror Adjustable washbasin combined with mirror, ensuring mirror is always at correct height for seated or standing users.
• QuickLine Small Height Adjustable Washbasin Small height adjustable washbasin with 10 cm manual diagonal adjustment and release lever on left-hand side.
• AdaptLine Height Adjustable Washbasin

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced caregiver strain and improved working conditions through height-adjustable and ergonomic solutions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GuldmanncoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for ceiling hoist integration in Changing Places facilities. Guldmann GH1 and GH3 room-covering hoists are installed alongside Ropox products in care homes, hospitals, and public facilities. The hoists provide safe patient transfers complementing Ropox's accessibility solutions.
• Ready BathroomminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPolish supplier of prefabricated bathroom pods for the Danish market. Ropox products are installed in the prefabricated units before delivery to construction sites, enabling faster installation in new care home developments.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Closomat: UK-based provider of accessible toileting solutions including washbasins, toilet lifters, and Changing Places equipment. Directly comparable niche product line and customer segment.
• Pressalit Care: Danish manufacturer of accessible kitchen, bathroom, and changing-table solutions for people with disabilities. Directly comparable product portfolio, geography (Denmark), and customer base (care homes, hospitals, individuals).
• Handicare: Provider of mobility and accessibility solutions including stairlifts, patient transfer, and daily living aids. Comparable target customer (elderly and disabled users) and overlapping product lines such as transfer equipment.
• Guldmann: Danish manufacturer of ceiling hoists and patient lifting systems — both a Ropox integration partner and direct competitor in lifting/transfer equipment for care homes and hospitals.
• HEWI: German manufacturer of accessible sanitary fittings, grab bars, and barrier-free bathroom hardware. Comparable product focus on accessible bathroom safety products for institutional and residential customers.
• AKW (AKW MediCare): UK manufacturer and distributor of accessible bathroom, kitchen, and mobility products for elderly and disabled users. Comparable product portfolio and primary UK care-home and public-access customers.
• ETAC: Swedish provider of mobility aids, transfer equipment, and assistive devices for elderly and disabled users. Comparable in customer segments (elderly care, rehabilitation) and product categories including transfer and seating equipment.

Broad incumbents

• Geberit: Swiss sanitary technology incumbent with broad product portfolio including accessible bathroom solutions. Both an integration partner (AquaClean) of Ropox and a broader competitor in accessible sanitary equipment.
• Arjo: Swedish global medtech company offering patient handling, hygiene, and pressure injury prevention solutions. Overlaps with Ropox in patient lifts and transfer equipment but operates at much broader scale and across multiple care categories.
• Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare: Large global durable medical equipment manufacturer with broad portfolio including mobility, bathroom safety, and daily living aids. Overlaps with Ropox in accessibility-focused DME categories but at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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