Werkmeister

What Werkmeister does

Werkmeister GmbH + Co. KG is a German manufacturer of medical textiles, orthopedic aids, and rehabilitation products, founded in 1964 and headquartered in Wanfried, Germany. Its portfolio spans ergonomic cushions under the Sitty® line, decubitus-prophylaxis systems using the proprietary Pneumolastic® ribbed cover technology, natural-grain heat therapy cushions (Kryotherm® natur), three-layer incontinence bed pads (Wewa® Care), a comprehensive bandages and orthoses range under the Wewa® Med, Wewa® Ped, Truncuflex®, Osteolind®, and TruncuDyn® brands, and a clinic-focused compression/dressing line (Cathofix®, Ingufix®, Angiofix®, Cosafix®, Kompressorien). Veterinary extension under Wewa® Animal Care targets post-operative care for horses. Manufacturing is concentrated at the Wanfried site and includes in-house sewing, cutting, foam processing, and finishing, plus contract manufacturing (Lohnfertigung) for external customers.

Revenue is generated through a multi-channel B2B and B2B2C model. The primary channel is the German Sanitätsfachhandel (medical specialty trade), supported by a B2B online shop (werkmeistershop.de) restricted to registered specialist dealers. Hospitals and clinics are served directly through a qualified field sales force (Außendienst) and inside-sales team. International markets (20+ countries) are covered through independent commission-based sales representatives who receive product training and back-office support. Direct consumer revenue comes from the on-site factory outlet (Wohlfühl-Oase) in Wanfried, which also retails Rohde and Berkemann footwear. Pricing is unit-based: standard orders above €250 ship free within Germany, sub-€30 orders carry a €7.50 surcharge, custom-made work carries a €10 express surcharge, and first-time orders are cash-on-delivery. The legal structure is a Kommanditgesellschaft (KG) — Werkmeister GmbH + Co. KG — with Werkmeister Beteiligungs-GmbH as general partner, indicating family-controlled ownership with two Managing Directors (Dr. Stefan Frinken and Markus Reischek) and DIN EN ISO 13485 medical-device certification maintained since 2006.

Name

Werkmeister

Legal name

Werkmeister GmbH + Co. KG

Website

https://werkmeister-gmbh.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Werkmeister GmbH + Co. KG is a German manufacturer (founded 1964, Wanfried) of medical textiles, rehabilitation products, orthopedic bandages and orthoses, decubitus cushions, and incontinence pads, serving 3,000+ medical-specialty dealers, hospitals, and clinics across 20+ countries under ISO 13485.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Devices & Orthopedic Products

NAICS

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

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Medical & Hygiene Technical Textiles (Gauze/Drapes/Wipes/Barrier Fabrics) (IMAOADAD)

Keywords

• Medical textile manufacturing
• Orthopedic bandages
• Rehabilitation products
• Medical aids
• Ergonomic cushions

Headquarters

HQ city

Wanfried

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Textile Products: Manufacturing and sale of rehabilitation products, medical aids, orthopedic solutions including bandages, orthoses, cushions, and compression products through medical specialty trade and directly to clinics.
2. Job Manufacturing (Lohnfertigung): Contract manufacturing services for external customers in sewing, cutting, foam processing, and custom manufacturing. Capacity available for medical and non-medical products.
3. Factory Outlet Sales: Direct retail sales of health and wellness products, Rohde and Berkemann shoes through the Wohlfühl-Oase outlet in Wanfried.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Werkmeister GmbH + Co. KG manufactures and distributes medical textile products including orthopedic bandages, orthoses, rehabilitation cushions, anti-decubitus covers, bed protection pads, pressure bandage systems, and ergonomic wellness products. The company operates contract manufacturing services (Lohnfertigung) covering sewing, cutting, foam processing, and custom manufacturing for medical and non-medical products. Distribution occurs primarily through medical specialty trade dealers, hospitals, and clinics, with a small factory outlet for direct consumer sales.

Product overview

Werkmeister is a medium-sized family business offering a diversified portfolio of medical rehabilitation products, orthopedic solutions, wellness items, and clinic supplies. The product range centers on Sitty® ergonomic cushions for healthy sitting, Kryotherm® natural heat therapy products, and a comprehensive medical bandages and orthoses portfolio under brands Wewa® Med, Wewa® Ped, Truncuflex®, and Osteolind®. The company also provides specialized clinic products including pressure bandage systems (Cathofix®, Ingufix®, Angiofix®, Cosafix®), Kompressorien for compression reinforcement, PneumoKiss cushion systems, positioning aids, and veterinary products under Wewa® Animal Care. Products are distributed primarily through medical specialty retailers, clinics, and a B2B online shop, with contract manufacturing services for custom orthopedic garments and bandages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sitty®: Ergonomic seating cushions and pillows for healthy sitting, including wedge cushions, sleep cushions, and positioning elements for office, home, and automotive use.
• Kryotherm® natur
• Wewa Care®
• Wewa® Med
• Wewa® Ped
• Truncuflex®
• Osteolind®
• Cathofix®
• Ingufix®
• Angiofix®
• Cosafix®
• Pneumolastic®
• Wewa® Animal Care

Products and services

• Sitty® Ergonomic Cushions Ergonomic seat cushions, sleep cushions, wedge cushions, and positioning elements for healthy sitting and spinal relief across office, home, and automotive use. Sold through medical specialty trade to end consumers and to clinics.
• Kryotherm® natur Heat Therapy Cushions Natural heat therapy cushions filled with grains and natural materials for long-lasting warmth to relieve tension, abdominal pain, and cold symptoms. Sold via wellness and specialty trade channels.
• Pneumolastic® Cushion Cover System Proprietary ribbed anti-decubitus cover technology providing superior climate properties and pressure distribution for decubitus prophylaxis and therapy. Combined with cushion cores for pressure sore prevention.
• Wewa Care® Bed Protection Pads Three-layer bed protection overlays with skin-friendly top layer, high-performance absorbent core, and liquid-impermeable bottom layer for optimal skin protection in light to heavy incontinence cases.
• Wewa® Med Bandages and Orthoses Medical bandages and orthoses for stabilization, mobilization, and pain relief, including the Truncuflex® rib bandages, Osteolind® spinal orthoses for osteoporosis treatment, TruncuTen® and TruncuDyn® trunk support corsets, and WewaCross compression products. Sold through medical specialty trade and directly to clinics.
• Wewa® Ped Foot Care Products Diabetic shoes and rehabilitation footwear for foot protection and comfort. Sold through medical specialty trade and orthopedic partners.
• Druckverband-Systeme (Cathofix®, Ingufix®, Angiofix®) Washable, reusable multi-pressure dressing systems for single or multiple use following invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures such as catheterization and angiography. Sold directly to hospitals and clinics.
• Cosafix® Single-Use Pressure Bandages Hygienic single-use compression bandages combining safe, uncomplicated handling with maximum patient wearing comfort for clinical settings.
• Kompressorien Compression Devices Precision compression devices for point-accurate pressure reinforcement during post-treatment of puncture sites, designed for constant pressure during the entire wearing period. Sold to hospitals and clinics.
• PneumoKiss Cushion Product Line Comprehensive cushion line including foam, latex, gel, and spacer knit cushions for decubitus prophylaxis and therapy, offered in various specializations for clinic and rehabilitation use.
• OP-/Radialis-Board Operating Table Wideners Operating table wideners and radial boards for optimizing transradial procedures, providing additional work and storage surface with comfortable, safe patient positioning. Sold to hospitals and clinics.
• Fixiergurte Securement Straps Securement straps for safe patient positioning during medical examinations, surgical procedures, rehabilitation, and care settings. Sold to clinics and hospitals.
• Wewa® Animal Care Veterinary Bandages Veterinary bandages for safe, uncomplicated post-operative care of horses, enabling secure wound dressing positioning and targeted compression after hernia operations. Sold to veterinary practices and horse owners.
• Rohde and Berkemann Footwear (Retail) Quality footwear brands (Rohde and Berkemann) carried in the Wohlfühl-Oase factory outlet store in Wanfried for direct consumer sales, providing comfortable wearing comfort.
• Contract Manufacturing (Lohnfertigung) Contract manufacturing services including sewing, cutting, foam processing, and custom manufacturing for medical and non-medical external customers. Capacity available from prototype to series production.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served over 3,000 customers in more than 20 countries
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BSN medical (Essity): Global medical solutions business of Essity covering wound care, compression therapy, and orthopedics. Direct overlap in compression bandages and orthoses, but at global FMCG-hygiene scale.
• Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA: Larger German orthopedic technology group covering orthoses, prosthetics, and rehabilitation solutions. Overlaps in orthoses and rehab positioning but at significantly greater scale and broader product portfolio.
• Mölnlycke Health Care: Swedish medical textile/wound care company producing single-use and reusable surgical textiles, drapes, and dressings. Comparable in reusable medical textile manufacturing but at considerably larger scale.

Direct peers

• medi GmbH & Co. KG: Bayreuth-based medical device manufacturer producing compression therapy, orthoses, and orthopedic products. Operates with similar German Mittelstand profile, B2B specialty trade channels, and ISO 13485-certified production.
• Thuasne: French family-owned orthopedic and medical textile manufacturer with comparable product range (orthoses, compression, bandages) and similar distribution via specialty dealers and clinics across Europe.
• Lohmann & Rauscher GmbH & Co. KG: German/Austrian manufacturer of medical and hygiene products including bandages, compression systems, and OR consumables. Directly comparable in reusable medical textile processing, pressure bandages, and clinical sales motion.
• Bauerfeind AG: German-based manufacturer of orthopedic braces, compression stockings, and medical aids with similar brand portfolio and clinic/specialty trade distribution. Closely comparable in product categories (orthoses, supports) and German manufacturing heritage.

Emerging players

• Schaer medical S.r.l. Italian manufacturer of medical positioning aids, pressure-relief mattresses, and orthopedic supports with similar niche focus on decubitus prophylaxis and rehabilitation products.
• Aetna Medical S.r.l. Italian producer of elastic compression bandages, orthoses, and medical supports for pharmacy and hospital channels. Comparable in elastic medical textile manufacturing for clinic and specialty trade.

Regional players

• ORION S.A. Greek manufacturer of medical textile products, bandages, and surgical dressings. Comparable in medical textile and bandage manufacturing, primarily serving Southern and Eastern European markets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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