Prime Medical

Name

Prime Medical

Legal name

Prime Medical Inc.

Website

https://primemedical-inc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Seongnam

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. B2B Medical Device Sales: Direct sales of orthopedic cast room products to hospitals, clinics, and orthopedic doctors through field sales teams and distributor networks.
2. E-commerce Retail Sales: Direct consumer sales through Amazon India marketplace for orthopedic support products including braces, belts, and splints.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Prime Medical Inc. manufactures and exports orthopedic immobilization and cast room products, specializing in fiberglass/polyester casting tape (PrimeCast™), Plaster of Paris bandages (PrimePOP™ Premium), synthetic splints (PrimeSplint™), undercast padding, stockinette products, electric cast cutters, and a wide range of orthopedic soft goods including braces, supports, slings, belts, and cervical collars. The company sells primarily to hospitals, orthopedic doctors, and clinics through field sales teams and a network of 200+ distributors and dealers in India and the Philippines, with a secondary retail e-commerce channel via Amazon India and exports to 40+ countries globally.

Product overview

Prime Medical is a global orthopedic medical device manufacturer based in Korea, specializing in orthopedic cast room products and fracture care solutions. The product portfolio centers on casting tapes and splinting systems, supplemented by a comprehensive range of orthopedic soft goods and accessories. Core products include PrimeCast™ (fiberglass/polyester casting tape), PrimePOP™ Premium (plaster of Paris bandage), PrimeSplint™ (water-curable synthetic splint), and PrimeNet™/PrimeNet DRY (stockinette products). Supporting casting procedures, the company offers PrimePad™ (undercast padding), PrimeCutter™ (electric cast cutter), and PrimeNet DRY (water-repellent stockinette that eliminates padding needs). Beyond core casting products, Prime Medical provides an extensive range of orthopedic soft goods including braces and supports for various body parts (knee, ankle, wrist, elbow, shoulder, lumbar, cervical), thermal therapy products (hot/cold packs and bags), and wound care accessories (gauze dressings, adhesive tapes, bandages). The company operates with manufacturing facilities in Korea, India, Thailand, and Philippines, exporting to 40+ countries globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PrimeCast™: Fiberglass and polyester synthetic casting tape - flagship product and market leader in synthetic casting tape
• PrimePOP™ Premium
• PrimeSplint™
• PrimePOPSplint™
• PrimeNet™ DRY
• PrimePad™
• PrimeCrepe™
• PrimeCutter™
• PrimeSoft™
• PrimeBrace™

Products and services

• PrimeCast™ Fiberglass and polyester synthetic casting tape impregnated with polyurethane resin, activated by water before use. Features excellent moulding with multi-directional stretch, smooth finish, lightweight strength, durability, air-permeability, X-ray transparency. Available in fiberglass and polyester options. Designed for fracture immobilization in orthopedic cast rooms.
• PrimePOP™ Premium Plaster of Paris bandage made with interlocked 100% cotton leno gauze and super-fine Thai gypsum powder. Setting time of 2-4 minutes with full weight bearing after 24 hours. Used for fracture immobilization, pre-op and post-op treatment, and bone/joint discomfort care.
• PrimeSplint™ Orthopaedic synthetic water-curable resin-based splint, padded ready-made product featuring 8-layer polyurethane resin-impregnated fabric with soft non-woven padding. Can be used without gloves with excellent moulding for curved shaped applications. Available in pre-cut sizes and economic roll type with reseal foil packaging. Made in Korea.
• PrimeSplint™ Felt Orthopaedic felt splint available in pre-cut and roll types, featuring 1 layer of resin impregnated felt sheet with smooth and clean edge for patient comfort. Eco-friendly and user-friendly splinting solution.
• PrimePOPSplint™ Ready-made Plaster of Paris slab providing convenience and strength. 30% stronger than hand-made slabs with no powder loss, foam padding for edge protection, and clean application. Used for orthopedic splinting applications.
• PrimeNet DRY Water-repellent undercast stockinette with hydrophobic open knit fabric structure. Combines stockinette and padding function, eliminating need for under-cast padding. Hydrophobic fibers keep casts dry with quick evaporation and allow skin to dry in approximately 90 minutes. Latex free. Marketed for patients to maintain hygiene during cast recovery.
• PrimeNet™ Skin-friendly stockinette in 100% cotton or polyester used under synthetic cast, Plaster of Paris bandages, or for protection on amputation stumps. Protects patient skin from maceration and irritation.
• PrimePad™ Undercast padding available in 100% cotton or polyester. Keeps patients' skin dry and comfortable during long-term wear with smooth surface and good air-permeability. Easy to tear. Used beneath casts to provide cushioning.
• PrimeCutter™ Electric oscillating cast cutter for safe removal of fiberglass and plaster casts. Lightweight at only 1kg with excellent cutting power, low noise, and durable construction. Sold to orthopedic cast rooms and hospitals.
• Prime Brace Range Complete orthopaedic braces product line manufactured in Korea including Finger Support, Thumb Support, Wrist Support, Arm Sling, Lumbar Support, Knee Support, and Ankle Support. Breathable and washable for patient comfort. Launched as a comprehensive brace range for orthopaedic soft goods.
• PrimeBlue™ Shoe Orthopaedic EVA cast shoe made of Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate. Waterproof, easy to clean and disinfect, weatherproof with grip on sole. Features velcro strap accommodating different stages of swelling. Used by patients wearing lower limb casts.
• PrimeCuff™ Collar and cuff arm sling with padded strap and velcro closure for adjustable length. Versatile and comfortable support for arm or shoulder injuries. Used in orthopedic soft goods range.
• PrimeAnkleSupport™ Advanced adjustable ankle support made of lightweight neoprene. Custom fit with firm, comfortable compression providing ankle stability and improving ankle function. Sold through Amazon India and company website.
• Orthopedic Soft Goods Consumer Range Range of consumer orthopedic soft goods available through Amazon India including Prime Ankle Support Band, Prime Taylor Brace, Prime 5\" Rib Belt, Prime Tennis Elbow with Gel Pad, Prime Knee Immobilizer, Prime Knee Sleeve with Patella Gel Pad, Prime Shoulder Immobilizer, Prime Forearm Splint, Prime Contoured LS Belt, Prime Abdominal Belt, Prime Soft Cervical Collar, Prime Clavicle Brace, Prime Cervical Collar, Prime Knee Compression Sleeve, Prime Arm Sling, Prime Posture Aid, Prime Thumb Spica, Prime Wrist Binder with Thumb, and Prime Mesh Lumbo Sacral Belt. Sold as retail consumer products.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% stronger than hand-made slabs - PrimePOPSplint™ has no powder loss ensuring stronger splinting
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Philippine Orthopaedic AssociationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPrime Philippines focuses on customer service and supports the Philippine Orthopaedic Association, attending annual and mid-year conferences to maintain industry relationships and promote products.
• POA South Luzon ChapterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional chapter of Philippine Orthopaedic Association supported by Prime Philippines through conference attendance and sponsorship.
• POA North Luzon ChapterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional chapter of Philippine Orthopaedic Association supported by Prime Philippines through conference attendance and sponsorship.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Tynor Orthotics: Tynor Orthotics is an Indian orthopedic products manufacturer specializing in braces, supports, splints, and fracture care products. It is a direct in-country competitor to Prime Medical in India, competing in similar product categories and dealer channels.
• Medline Industries: Medline Industries is one of the largest privately-held medical supplies manufacturers and distributors. Its orthopedic casting, bandaging, and soft goods products compete with Prime Medical in hospital and clinic procurement channels globally.
• Lohmann & Rauscher: Lohmann & Rauscher is a German medical supplies company specializing in wound care, bandaging, casting, and fixation products. Its casting tapes and orthopedic soft goods directly compete with Prime Medical's portfolio across European and emerging markets.
• BSN Medical (Essity): BSN Medical, now part of Essity, is a global medical solutions company specializing in wound care, compression therapy, and orthopedics. Its casting tapes (Delta-Cast) and bandaging products directly compete with Prime Medical's PrimeCast, PrimePOP, and PrimeSplint lines across hospital channels worldwide.
• Hartmann Group (Paul Hartmann AG): Hartmann Group is a German medical company specializing in wound care, bandaging, and orthopedic products. Its casting and fixation products directly overlap with Prime Medical's PrimeCast, PrimeSplint, and accessory portfolio in hospital channels.

Broad incumbents

• Stryker Corporation: Stryker is a major global orthopedic medical device company with a broad portfolio across surgical, implant, and medical equipment. Its orthopedic and trauma care products overlap with Prime Medical's fracture care focus area.
• Smith & Nephew: Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology company with significant presence in orthopedics, sports medicine, and wound care. Its casting, bandaging, and bracing products compete with Prime Medical in hospital and orthopedic clinic settings.
• DePuy Synthes (Johnson & Johnson): DePuy Synthes, part of Johnson & Johnson, is a global leader in orthopedic medical devices. While primarily focused on implants and surgical solutions, its trauma and casting-related products overlap with Prime Medical's orthopedic fracture care portfolio.
• ConvaTec: ConvaTec is a medical products company specializing in advanced wound care, ostomy, and orthopedic products. Its orthopedic bracing and support products compete with Prime Medical's soft goods portfolio, particularly in hospital and home care channels.
• 3M Health Care: 3M's Health Care division is a global incumbent in medical supplies and orthopedic products, offering casting tapes, soft goods, and other medical consumables. While 3M is much larger and broader, its casting products directly compete with PrimeCast in hospital and clinic procurement globally.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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