Medquip

What Medquip does

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare, operating through legal entity Medical Depot, Inc. (with prior branding as Drive Medical), is a privately held US manufacturer of durable medical equipment (DME). The firmographics record associates the company name 'Medquip' with a 2005 founding and a Bluffton, US location, while the substantive operational data describes a Port Washington, NY headquarters and a multi-country presence — an internal inconsistency the reader should weigh. The core product portfolio spans nine categories: bath safety, beds, commodes, mobility (canes, crutches, rollators, walkers, wheelchairs, power mobility), patient room equipment, personal care, respiratory therapy, sleep therapy (CPAP masks), and therapeutic support surfaces. Differentiated lines include the patented M+D by Drive Airgonomic Collection (Air-Go Walker, Air-Cane), the ultra-lightweight Aero Series (carbon fiber and lightweight aluminum rollators and wheelchairs), and the Inspired by Drive pediatric sub-brand. Manufacturing is governed by ISO 13485:2016 (certificate valid through Feb 2027), MDSAP, and EC/CE certifications, with a second certified entity (Inovo) referenced in compliance documents.

The revenue model is hardware sales of one-time-purchase DME products, distributed through a hybrid B2B/B2C channel mix: a direct B2B e-commerce storefront at shop.drivemedical.com, an Amazon Marketplace presence, a 'Locate a Provider' network of physical retailers, dedicated Inspired by Drive storefront, and localized country sites across the US, Canada, UK, Germany, and France. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is quote-based for institutional buyers. Customer segments are diversified across Homecare Providers (primary), Long-Term Care Professionals, Healthcare Distributors, Government/VA procurement, and Retailers. Marketing is multi-channel: social media (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn), content marketing, digital catalogs, press releases, and a knowledge base. The company is described by industry partners as a leading HME provider, with a decade-long growth narrative and patent-backed product differentiation, though no revenue, headcount, or funding data is disclosed in the source material — an important diligence gap.

Name

Medquip

Legal name

Medical Depot, Inc.

Website

https://medquip.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Medquip (per firmographics) is a private durable medical equipment manufacturer (operational data aligns with Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare / Medical Depot, Inc.) producing mobility, bath safety, beds, respiratory, and sleep therapy products for homecare, long-term care, government, distributor, and retail customers across the US, Canada, UK, Germany, and France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Durable Medical Equipment

NAICS

Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Durable Medical Equipment (DME) & Home Health Distribution (CRAOAHAF)

Keywords

• Durable medical equipment
• Home medical equipment
• Mobility aids manufacturing
• Bath safety products
• Respiratory therapy equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Bluffton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Durable Medical Equipment Sales: Sale of medical equipment including mobility products, bath safety, beds, respiratory equipment, personal care devices, and therapeutic support surfaces. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales to healthcare providers, long-term care facilities, retailers, and individual consumers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Medquip manufactures and distributes a complete line of durable medical equipment covering bath safety, beds, commodes, mobility aids, patient room equipment, personal care, respiratory, sleep therapy, and therapeutic support surfaces. The company sells through direct B2B channels to providers, distributors, long-term care institutions, and government facilities, and through B2C channels including Amazon, retail stores, and the Inspired by Drive pediatric sub-brand.

Product overview

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare (doing business as Drive Medical) is a leading manufacturer of durable medical equipment offering a complete line of life-enhancing products focused on innovation, functionality, and value. The product portfolio spans multiple categories including Bath Safety (bath benches, lifts, grab bars, transfer benches), Beds (bariatric, homecare, long-term care), Commodes, Mobility (canes, crutches, power mobility, rollators, walkers, wheelchairs), Patient Room equipment, Personal Care (blood pressure, breast pumps, pain management), Respiratory therapy, Sleep Therapy (CPAP masks), and Therapeutic Support Surfaces (pressure relief mattresses). Key product lines include the Aero Series (AeroWalk, AeroFly, AeroCarbon ultra-lightweight mobility devices), M+D by Drive Airgonomic Collection (Air-Go Walker, Air-Cane with patented comfort-focused design), and Inspired by Drive (pediatric rehabilitation products). Products serve homecare providers, long-term care facilities, healthcare professionals, government professionals, and retailers through both B2B and direct-to-consumer channels.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Inspired by Drive: Sub-brand offering mobility and accessibility products including bathing, car seats, seating & positioning, toileting, walking aids, and wheeled mobility.
• M+D by Drive
• Aero Series

Products and services

• Bath Safety Products Comprehensive bathroom safety equipment including bath benches and stools, bath lifts, bathing systems, bathtub safety rails, grab bars, handheld shower sprays, raised toilet seats, shower/tub mats, toilet safety products, and transfer benches designed for patients and caregivers.
• Beds Hospital and homecare beds including bariatric beds, bed rails, homecare beds, and long-term care beds with accessories for patient comfort and safety.
• Commodes Bedside and portable commodes including bariatric, drop arm, specialty, and standard models with accessories for patient toileting needs.
• Mobility Products Walking aids and mobility equipment including canes, crutches, power mobility devices, rollators, walkers, and wheelchairs for patients requiring mobility assistance.
• Patient Room Products Hospital patient room equipment including fall and floor mats, furniture, IV poles and exam lamps, instrument stands and carts, lifts, overbed tables, patient alarms, privacy screens and stools, and slings and trapeze devices.
• Personal Care Products Home health and personal care products including blood pressure monitors, breast pumps, daily aids, fitness and recovery equipment, pain management devices, and pulse oximeters.
• Respiratory Products Respiratory therapy equipment including aerosol therapy devices, BP monitors, oxygen therapy equipment, and suction therapy units with accessories.
• Sleep Therapy Products Sleep apnea and CPAP therapy products including sleep masks and accessories for home sleep therapy.
• Therapeutic Support Surfaces Pressure relief mattresses and surfaces including bariatric products, mattress overlays, and mattress replacement systems designed to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Inspired by Drive Sub-brand offering bathing products, car seats, seating and positioning, toileting, walking aids, and wheeled mobility products designed for children and pediatric rehabilitation, sold via a dedicated e-commerce storefront.
• Aero Series Premium mobility product line featuring ultra-lightweight mobility devices including the AeroWalk Ultra-Lite Rollator, AeroCarbon Ultra-Lite Rollator, and AeroFly Ultra-Lite Wheelchair, designed with lightweight and carbon fiber constructions for portability and ease of use.
• M+D by Drive Air-Go Walker Patented air-filled cuff walker from the M+D by Drive Airgonomic Collection featuring a trigger release mechanism designed for ease of use and portability.
• M+D by Drive Air-Cane Patented comfort-focused folding cane from the M+D by Drive Airgonomic Collection designed to solve real user challenges in mobility assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Industry leader in HME sector with decade-long growth trajectory

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hillrom (Baxter International): Hillrom (now part of Baxter) produces hospital beds, surfaces, patient handling, and homecare products that overlap with Drive Medical's beds, lifts, and therapeutic support surface categories.
• Medline Industries: Medline is one of the largest private manufacturers and distributors of medical supplies, with overlapping DME, bath safety, patient-care and personal-care product lines distributed across similar healthcare channels.
• Cardinal Health: Cardinal Health's medical segment distributes DME, mobility, and home health equipment to providers and retailers, overlapping with Drive Medical's healthcare distribution channel across multiple categories.
• McKesson Medical-Surgical: McKesson distributes medical-surgical and home medical equipment to providers, directly overlapping with Drive's B2B distribution and long-term care customer segments.

Direct peers

• Sunrise Medical: Sunrise Medical manufactures manual and power wheelchairs, mobility, and pediatric rehab products (Quickie, Zippie) under multiple brands, with similar multi-country DME/mobility operations as Drive.
• Invacare Corporation: Invacare is a major publicly-traded manufacturer of durable and home medical equipment including mobility, respiratory, and beds, directly comparable to Drive Medical across nearly all product categories.
• Joerns Healthcare: Joerns Healthcare is a national DME and wound-care solutions provider with comparable products in therapeutic support surfaces, beds, and patient handling, serving long-term care customers like Drive.
• Pride Mobility Products: Pride Mobility is a leading manufacturer of power mobility products, scooters, and lift chairs, overlapping directly with Drive Medical's mobility and personal care portfolios.
• Permobil: Permobil manufactures powered wheelchairs, seating, and repositioning solutions comparable to Drive Medical's powered mobility and pediatric rehab products from Inspired by Drive.

Emerging players

• Compass Health Brands: Compass Health Brands manufactures DME, respiratory, and pain management products for homecare, with notable overlap with Drive Medical's product lines (note: brand transition references observed in Drive's website).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/drivemedical
• Facebookfacebook.com/DriveMedicalUS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/med-quip
• Instagraminstagram.com/drivemedical

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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