What Fillauer Europe does

Fillauer Europe AB is the Swedish regional headquarters and European operating entity of Fillauer Companies, headquartered in Rotebro, Stockholm County. Originally acquired in 2002 from Swedish-based Centri AB, Fillauer Europe manufactures and distributes orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) components and devices — including prosthetic hands, hooks, elbows, feet, knees, myoelectric systems, hydraulic joints, carbon fiber feet, and orthotic devices — to certified O&P clinicians across Europe and globally. The company sits within a broader Fillauer corporate family (Fillauer LLC US, Fillauer North Carolina, Fillauer Composites, Motion Control, Fillauer TRS, Fillauer Central Fabrication) that was acquired by Hanger, Inc. (NYSE: HNGR) in 2024, with Fillauer retaining its brand, culture, and leadership.

The company's core technology centers on patented mechanical and electromechanical innovations: multi-centric orthopedic hinges, hydraulic force transfer systems, brushless DC motor-driven terminal devices, force-limiting autograsp (FLAG) control, ProPlus cross-manufacturer controller integration, and carbon fiber composite foot designs. Product breadth spans upper prosthetics (myoelectric and body-powered), lower prosthetics (feet, knees, suspension), orthotics (upper limb, foot/ankle, knee/leg, spinal), equipment/fabrication supplies, and activity-specific devices for sports such as running (Obsidian series), gymnastics (Swinger), martial arts (Dragon), and cycling.

Fillauer Europe generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware unit sales to O&P clinicians via direct phone/email orders and a global distributor network, supplemented by custom fabrication services and a demo/loaner program (up to 15 days). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The business serves three primary customer segments: orthotists and prosthetists (primary, business-to-business), prosthetic users/patients (persona segment, including athletes and pediatric patients), and distribution partners (wholesale resellers). Technical support is delivered by certified prosthetists and orthotists, with training courses and industry events (e.g., AAOP) supporting clinician engagement alongside the AllStar ambassador program.

Name

Fillauer Europe

Legal name

Fillauer LLC

Website

https://fillauer.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1914

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fillauer Europe is a Swedish manufacturer and distributor of orthotic and prosthetic components and devices, serving O&P clinicians, patients, and global distribution partners across Europe and worldwide as part of Fillauer Companies (acquired by Hanger, Inc. in 2024).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthotic and Prosthetic Devices

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Limb Prosthetics (Upper/Lower Extremity Prosthetic Systems) (HLAHAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Prosthetic Components & Rehabilitation Accessories (Liners, Feet, Knees, Sockets) (HLAHAMAD), Orthotics & Bracing (Spinal/Lower/Upper Extremity Orthoses) (HLAHAEAI), Orthotics & Bracing (AFO/KAFO, Spinal, Soft Goods Supports) (HLAHAMAC)

Keywords

• Orthotic and prosthetic devices
• Myoelectric prosthetic components
• Prosthetic feet and knees
• Custom prosthetic fabrication
• Activity-specific prosthetics

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockholm

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Orthotic and Prosthetic Device Sales: Fillauer designs, manufactures, and sells orthotic and prosthetic products including prosthetic hands, hooks, elbows, feet, knees, and orthotic devices through direct sales to O&P clinicians and through distribution partners globally. Products are sold as one-time purchases with warranty coverage.
2. Fabrication Services: Custom fabrication services for orthotic and prosthetic devices, providing specialized manufacturing capabilities to clinicians.
3. Demo and Loaner Program: Demo program allowing clinicians to evaluate products with patients for up to 15 days before purchasing decisions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Fillauer Europe designs, manufactures, and sells orthotic and prosthetic devices and components—including myoelectric hands and hooks, body-powered and passive terminal devices, prosthetic feet (Formula, AllPro, Obsidian running/sprint), knee and suspension components, orthoses, and activity-specific sports prosthetics—through direct sales and global distribution partners serving certified O&P clinicians, with supplementary custom central fabrication services.

Product overview

Fillauer Europe is a global leader in orthotic and prosthetic innovations offering a comprehensive portfolio of products across upper prosthetics, lower prosthetics, orthotics, and equipment. The product line includes myoelectric terminal devices (ETD2, MC Hand, Zeus Hand), body-powered components, activity-specific devices (for martial arts, gymnastics, running, cycling), and prosthetic feet (Formula, AllPro, Obsidian). The company provides modular systems (EndoArm) and components (FASTPro adapters, DuraShock) alongside fabrication services. Key technology features include ProPlus (built-in controller for multi-manufacturer compatibility), Motor Direct configurations, and Force Limiting Autograsp (FLAG) for controlled grip force. Fillauer operates as a subsidiary of Hanger, Inc. following a 2024 acquisition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fillauer LLC (US Operations): Primary US operations for orthotic and prosthetic products
• Fillauer Motion Control
• Fillauer TRS
• Fillauer Composites

Products and services

• TASKA PowerCore A waterproof prosthetic hand system that enables clinicians to craft elegant sockets while delivering reliable power, for upper-limb amputees seeking durable multi-articulating function.
• Zeus Hand Powerful myoelectric prosthetic hand available in small and medium sizes with standard quick disconnect or flex wrist options, giving users control, comfort, and versatility in upper-limb prosthetic fittings.
• Zeus S Hand Compact myoelectric prosthetic hand variant designed for users requiring smaller configurations while retaining full functional capabilities.
• Formula Foot Series Product line including Formula Pediatric (children), Formula Fit (active adolescents and small adults), and Formula Ultra (higher activity), delivering K3–K4 performance with flexible power and low build height for lower-limb amputees.
• AllPro Foot Series Activity-specific prosthetic feet including AllPro PM, AllPro XTS, and AllPro DM for active individuals including athletes, cyclists, and martial artists seeking durable cross-training performance.
• Obsidian Running PM Running-specific prosthetic foot designed for distances over 100m with a split blade design that maintains speed and balance on turns and uneven terrain for competitive and recreational runners.
• Obsidian Sprint Sprint-specific prosthetic running blade for distances under 800m, with split blade design for competitive sprint athletes requiring exceptional muscle control and strength.
• EndoArm System Modular solution for passive transradial prostheses with adjustable friction, flexion, and rotation wrist, supplied as kits including shoulder joint, elbow, wrist, tubes, tube clamps, and complete assemblies.
• ETD2 (Electric Terminal Device) Compact myoelectric prosthetic hook with rugged water-resistant build, brushless DC motor, outside friction pads, wide fingers, and replaceable gripping surfaces, available with ProPlus controller for multi-manufacturer interchangeability.
• MC Hand High-strength myoelectric prosthetic hand with CNC-machined aluminum or stainless steel fingers, brushless DC motor, and manual safety release, available in three sizes and Motor Direct or ProPlus configurations.
• Absolute Sleeve Series TPE gel suspension sleeves with infused medical-grade oil for skin protection, available in Preflexed (reinforced knee) and Straight variants in multiple sizes and colors for lower-limb prosthetic suspension.
• FASTPro Adapter Series Lamination adapters providing 360-degree rotation, angle adjustment (6–12 degrees), and horizontal slide (10–11.5mm) for precise prosthetic alignment, offered in sealed, open, and 4-hole configurations in aluminum or titanium.
• DuraShock Vertical shock absorption pylon with 4 stiffness options matched to patient weight/activity, including damping ring, cosmetic sleeve, and water resistance, in short and long configurations.
• DuraTwist Endoskeletal torque absorber designed to reduce rotational force transmitted to the residual limb for lower-limb prosthesis users.
• MiniShock Minimum-clearance shock absorption component delivering 0.4 inch vertical shock and 60 degrees of axial rotation for low-build-height lower-limb prosthetic applications.
• Dragon Soft to medium hardness, shock-absorbing, flexible-polymer prosthetic terminal device for sparring, grappling, chopping, and punching in martial arts activities for upper-limb amputees.
• Swinger Gymnastics Device Versatile swing hook enabling 360-degree gymnastics performance for hip circles, mounts, and dismounts, with a replaceable high-friction inner hook component.
• Mini Shroom Tumblers Mushroom-shaped recreational prosthetic terminal device for floor exercise, tumbling, and yoga activities designed for children ages 2–10.
• Battery and Adapter Cables Battery systems, chargers, and adapter cables for compatibility with various prosthetic manufacturers including Ottobock and Steeper products, sold as accessories for upper-limb myoelectric prostheses.
• Custom Fabrication Services Custom central fabrication services for orthotic and prosthetic devices provided to O&P clinicians, delivering specialized manufacturing capabilities through Fillauer Central Fabrication.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Hanger, Inc.flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024In 2024, Hanger, Inc., a leading provider of orthotic and prosthetic patient care services and solutions, acquired Fillauer. The acquisition provides Fillauer with access to Hanger's industry-leading research and outcomes data. Fillauer continues to operate under its existing brand, culture, and leadership with Michael Fillauer, CPO/L serving as Vice President and General Manager.
• TRS Inc.coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2019In 2019, Fillauer acquired TRS Inc., a leader in providing activity-specific devices for individuals missing one or both hands. TRS products include the Helix prosthesis, Ener-Joint, and activity-specific terminal devices like the Cobra throwing device and sports prosthetics.
• TASKA ProstheticscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2017In 2017, Fillauer entered into an agreement with TASKA prosthetics to distribute the best-in-class TASKA multi-articulating hand within the United States. Two years later (2019), TASKA extended distribution rights for Fillauer into Canada. Fillauer continues to distribute TASKA products including the TASKA PowerCore System.
• Centri AB (now Fillauer Europe)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2002In 2002, Fillauer acquired Swedish-based Centri AB, now known as Fillauer Europe. This acquisition allowed Fillauer to add gloves, liners, and protective leg coverings to their offerings alongside additional orthotic and prosthetic components. Fillauer Europe now serves as the regional headquarters for European operations.
• Aether BiomedicalcoreTechnology or IntegrationAether Biomedical is a technology partner whose logo appears on the Fillauer website in connection with the Zeus hand product line, indicating a technology or integration partnership for the Zeus myoelectric prosthetic hand.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Blatchford: UK-based prosthetics manufacturer specializing in advanced lower-limb components including microprocessor knees and carbon-fiber feet. Directly comparable to Fillauer's AllPro, Obsidian, and DuraShock product lines.
• College Park Industries: US-based manufacturer of prosthetic feet and components including Icon and Trustep product lines. Direct competitor to Fillauer Composites in the prosthetic foot category with similar K3-K4 activity-grade positioning.
• Ottobock: German global leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and exoskeletons. Directly competes with Fillauer across upper-limb myoelectric hands, lower-limb feet, and orthotic components, and is the category-defining incumbent that Fillauer's ProPlus controller interoperates with.
• Steeper Group: UK-based prosthetics and orthotics manufacturer offering myoelectric hands, prosthetic components, and assistive devices. Direct competitor to Fillauer Motion Control and one of the systems ProPlus integrates with.
• WillowWood: US-based manufacturer of prosthetic liners, suspension systems, and feet including the Meta and Renegade product families. Directly comparable to Fillauer's Absolute Sleeve, FASTPro adapter, and lower-limb component portfolio.
• Endolite (now Blatchford): UK/US prosthetic component manufacturer offering feet, knees, and modular systems. Direct peer to Fillauer in the modular prosthetic component market, particularly for K3-K4 ambulatory users.
• Össur: Icelandic publicly traded leader in prosthetics and orthotics. Directly comparable in prosthetic feet, knee units, and orthotic bracing, and owns Touch Bionics — competing head-on with Fillauer Motion Control's myoelectric hand portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Hanger, Inc. Parent company since 2024 and the largest US O&P patient care services provider. Operates as both parent and broad incumbent across prosthetic and orthotic services, with outcomes data that now flows into Fillauer's product development.

Emerging players

• Aether Biomedical: Poland-based bionic prosthetic hand manufacturer whose Zeus hand is integrated and distributed by Fillauer. Emerging peer in the multi-articulating myoelectric hand category with direct overlap on Fillauer Motion Control products.
• TASKA Prosthetics: New Zealand manufacturer of multi-articulating waterproof myoelectric hands. Both a partner (Fillauer distributes TASKA PowerCore in the US and Canada since 2017) and a direct competitor in the high-end myoelectric hand segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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