What Balgrist Tec does

Balgrist Tec AG is a Zürich-based Swiss manufacturer and direct-to-patient provider of orthopedic aids, operating from Forchstrasse 340 with a headcount of 51–100 employees. Founded in 1912 and structured as a private Aktiengesellschaft, the company organizes its offering into three divisions: Hilfsmittel (medical aids: prostheses, orthoses, neuro-orthoses, corsets, bandages, orthopedic shoes/insoles, wheelchairs and seating, compression therapy), Sanitätsartikel (medical supplies: bladder, bowel and stoma management, incontinence and hygiene products, daily living aids), and Gesundheitskonzepte (condition-specific care programs for scoliosis, arthrosis, stroke, diabetes, children/youth, and occupational health).

The company's underlying technology is custom orthopedic craftsmanship delivered by an experienced interdisciplinary team, supported by ISO 9001-certified processes and gait/foot analysis services. Products are individualized to patient anatomy — including custom-fitted scoliosis corsets, neuro-orthoses, and orthopedic footwear — and the company also offers shoe repair and wheelchair rental as recurring touchpoints. A supplier/partnership relationship with Ottobock provides access to a leading global prosthetic product line.

The business model is direct sales to patients (B2C) with individual quotes based on clinical requirements; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Distribution is single-site domestic (Zürich), relying on personal consultation, custom fitting, and an integrated service experience rather than multi-channel or digital-first distribution. Revenue is hardware sales of orthopedic aids and medical supplies, supplemented by add-on service revenue (repairs, rentals). The company describes itself as a leading Swiss manufacturer in this category and provides apprenticeship and career pages indicating an internal technician workforce-development pipeline. No acquisitions, funding events, or M&A activity are disclosed in the source data.

Name

Balgrist Tec

Legal name

Balgrist Tec AG

Website

https://balgrist-tec.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1912

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Balgrist Tec AG is a Zürich-based Swiss manufacturer and direct-to-patient provider of customized orthopedic aids, including prostheses, orthoses, wheelchairs, orthopedic footwear, compression therapy, incontinence and stoma supplies, serving patients with mobility, chronic-condition, pediatric, and rehabilitation needs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopedic Devices and Medical Aids

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Incontinence & Urological Supplies (Catheters, Briefs, Ostomy Supplies) (HSABAKAH)

Keywords

• Orthopedic devices
• Prosthetic limbs
• Mobility aids
• Orthopedic footwear
• Compression therapy

Headquarters

HQ city

Zürich

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Orthopedic Aids and Medical Devices Sales: Sale of manufactured orthopedic aids including prostheses, orthoses, wheelchairs, compression therapy products, and orthopedic footwear. Also includes medical supplies such as bladder, bowel, and stoma management products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Balgrist Tec AG manufactures and supplies orthopedic aids and medical devices, including custom prostheses, orthoses, neuro-orthoses, corsets, bandages, wheelchairs, orthopedic shoes, and compression therapy products. The company also provides medical supplies for bladder, bowel, and stoma management, and delivers individualized patient solutions through an experienced interdisciplinary team at its Zürich facility.

Product overview

Balgrist Tec AG is a leading manufacturer and provider of orthopedic aids based in Zürich, Switzerland. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of medical devices and health solutions organized into three main divisions: Hilfsmittel (medical aids), Sanitätsartikel (medical supplies), and Gesundheitskonzepte (health concepts). The Hilfsmittel division encompasses walking and mobility solutions including prostheses, orthoses, neuro-orthoses, corsets, bandages, and wheelchairs, as well as foot and shoe solutions through analysis, custom insoles, orthopedic footwear, and diabetic foot care. The Sanitätsartikel division provides bladder management products (absorbent and conduit incontinence solutions), bowel management, stoma management, and daily living aids. The Gesundheitskonzepte division offers specialized programs for children and youth (including scoliosis corsets and pediatric rehabilitation aids), condition-specific concepts for arthrosis, stroke, and diabetes patients, and occupational health support. The company also provides wheelchair rental and shoe repair services as supplementary offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Prostheses (Prothesen) Custom-made prosthetic devices for limb replacement, designed to restore mobility and function for patients with limb loss or limb deficiency.
• Orthoses / Splints (Orthesen / Schienen) Orthopedic supports and splints that stabilize, protect, or correct musculoskeletal function, including the spine and extremities.
• Neuro-Orthoses (Neuro-Orthesen) Specialized orthotic devices designed for patients with neurological conditions to support movement and improve functional outcomes.
• Corsets and Trusses (Korsette und Leibbinden) Torso-supporting orthotic devices for spinal stabilization, posture correction, or support of abdominal regions.
• Bandages (Bandagen) Supportive bandages and wraps for joint stabilization, injury prevention, and assistive support.
• Foot and Shoe Analysis (Analyse) Professional gait and foot analysis services to assess biomechanical issues and inform custom orthotic solutions.
• Custom Shoe Insoles (Schuheinlagen) Custom-made orthopedic insoles designed to correct foot alignment, provide cushioning, and address various foot conditions.
• Orthopedic Shoes (Orthopädische Schuhe) Specially designed footwear manufactured to accommodate foot deformities, provide support, and improve mobility for patients with various foot conditions.
• Orthetic Inner Shoes (Orthetische Innenschuhe) Custom internal shoe solutions designed to work with existing footwear for therapeutic purposes.
• Diabetic Foot Care (Diabetischer Fuss) Specialized products and solutions for diabetic foot care, including custom footwear designed to prevent ulcers and complications.
• Shoe Repairs (Schuhreparaturen) Repair and modification services for orthopedic footwear to ensure longevity and continued therapeutic effectiveness.
• Wheelchairs (Rollstühle) A range of wheelchairs for mobility-impaired patients, including manual and powered options.
• Seating Solutions (Sitzen) Specialized seating systems and cushions designed for wheelchair users to prevent pressure sores and improve posture.
• Hygiene Products for Wheelchair Users (Hygiene) Hygiene products and solutions for wheelchair users and patients with limited mobility.
• Wheelchair Rental (Rollstuhl Miete) Short-term and long-term wheelchair rental services for temporary mobility needs.
• Burn Care Compression Therapy (Verbrennungsversorgung) Compression therapy products and specialized garments for burn scar treatment and management.
• Compression Stockings (Kompressionsstrümpfe) Medical compression garments for managing venous conditions, lymphedema, and circulation issues.
• Absorbent Incontinence Products (Saugende Inkontinenzprodukte) Absorbent products for managing urinary and fecal incontinence, including pads, briefs, and bed pads.
• Conduit Incontinence Products (Ableitende Kontinenzprodukte) Products for catheter-based urinary management, including external catheters and drainage systems.
• Bowel Management Products (Darmmanagement) Products and solutions for bowel management including irrigation systems and accessories.
• Stoma Management Products (Stomamanagement) Products and accessories for stoma care including pouches, barriers, and skin care items.
• Care Products and Daily Living Aids (Pflegeartikel und Alltagshilfen) Assistive devices and care products to support daily activities and independence for patients with mobility or health challenges.
• Scoliosis Corset (Skoliose-Korsett) Custom-fitted orthotic corsets designed to halt or reduce the progression of scoliosis in children and adolescents.
• Rehabilitation Aids for Children and Youth (Reha-Hilfsmittel) Rehabilitation equipment and assistive devices for children and adolescents recovering from injuries or managing developmental conditions.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

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Feature2 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Ottobock: Global market leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and mobility solutions, headquartered in Germany. Balgrist Tec's website displays the Ottobock logo, signaling a partner/supplier relationship, while OttoBock also competes in the same custom prosthetic and orthotic solutions market with overlapping customer profiles.
• Blatchford (Endolite): UK-based designer and manufacturer of lower-limb prosthetics and orthotic components serving similar patients with limb loss and mobility impairment. Direct product overlap in prosthetics, orthotics, and the custom-fitting workflow that Balgrist Tec provides.
• Thuasne: French manufacturer of orthopedic devices, compression garments, and medical aids for home and clinical use. Comparable product breadth (orthoses, compression, mobility, supports) serving European patients with similar conditions to Balgrist Tec's customer base.
• Bauerfeind: German manufacturer of orthopedic braces, compression stockings, insoles, and orthopedic aids - a near-perfect category match for Balgrist Tec's foot-and-shoe solutions, Bandagen, Kompressionsstr\u00fcmpfe, and orthoses lines. Both serve the German-speaking medical aids market.
• medi: German medical device company specializing in compression therapy (stockings, sleeves), orthoses, and orthopedic aids - direct overlap with Balgrist Tec's compression therapy and ortheses product lines. Both target patients with chronic venous conditions, lymphedema, and musculoskeletal issues.
• Hanger Clinic: Largest US-based provider of orthotic and prosthetic patient care services, combining custom manufacturing with clinical care delivery. Mirrors Balgrist Tec's direct-to-patient, custom-fitting model for prostheses, orthoses, and mobility aids across multiple conditions.
• \u00d6ssur: Icelandic global manufacturer of prosthetics, orthotics, and compression therapy products, serving the same patient populations (limb loss, osteoarthritis, diabetic foot, post-stroke). Balgrist Tec's product range - prostheses, orthoses, neuro-orthoses, compression stockings - overlaps materially with \u00d6ssur's portfolio.

Emerging players

• Fillauer: US manufacturer specializing in prosthetic and orthotic components, including feet, knees, and custom systems. Serves the same prosthetist/orthotist ecosystem with components that integrate into patient solutions like Balgrist Tec's.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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