Salubrious
Salubrious AB is a Swedish healthcare products company that manufactures proprietary medical facility items (including the patented FLAGFLEX dispenser system) and distributes a curated portfolio of international medical device brands across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland, serving hospitals, clinics, and care homes via direct B2B sales.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersStenkullen, Sweden
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Salubrious does
Salubrious AB is a privately held Swedish healthcare products company (Swedish organisation number 556592-9717) headquartered in Lerum (Stonkullen), Sweden, operating a dual manufacturing and distribution business for the Scandinavian market. On the manufacturing side, the company produces proprietary healthcare facility products including the FLAGFLEX hand packaging dispenser holder system (which is patented), the F.L.A.G. Clamp, CleanPatch mattress repair patches, toilet roll holders, hygiene products, and rehabilitation equipment. On the distribution side, Salubrious serves as the Scandinavian reseller or distributor for an extensive portfolio of international medical device brands, including Barkey, Vernacare, Trulife, Vermea, TECH-MED, TechniCare, Tempur-Med, Surface Medical, Spark Ergonomics, Svenska Good Medical, Ribcap, Zippsafe, and Atrax Medikal — covering categories such as wound care, surface repair, patient handling, hygiene, ergonomics, and consumables.
The company's products and distributed brands are aimed at hospitals, clinics, care homes, and other healthcare institutions across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland. Sales are conducted on a direct B2B basis: the website lists products without published pricing, and purchase is initiated via inquiry through phone, email, or web form — a typical procurement-aligned model for healthcare facility buyers in the region. The company also operates a digital catalog that has been expanding through 2022–2026 with continuously updated product imagery, suggesting ongoing brand and product additions.
The business combines a niche proprietary manufacturing line with a curated multi-brand distribution franchise, generating revenue through margin on distributed products and sale of in-house manufactured items. The dual model — proprietary products plus third-party distribution — gives the company both a modest IP-backed product line and a broader catalog reach, but the absence of disclosed revenue, headcount, or investor data makes it difficult to assess scale beyond the observation that operations are run from a single Lerum site serving four Scandinavian countries.
Salubrious firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Salubrious
- Legal name
- Salubrious AB
- Website
- https://salubrious.se
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Salubrious AB is a Swedish healthcare products company that manufactures proprietary medical facility items (including the patented FLAGFLEX dispenser system) and distributes a curated portfolio of international medical device brands across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland, serving hospitals, clinics, and care homes via direct B2B sales.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Salubrious industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Medical Device Distribution and Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423450), Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42345)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Medical Supplies & Consumables Wholesale (Non-Device) (CRAOAHAE)
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Where Salubrious is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Stenkullen
- HQ country
- Sweden
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Salubrious business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Proprietary medical product sales: Salubrious manufactures and sells its own branded medical products (FLAGFLEX, CleanPatch, F.L.A.G. Clamp, toilet roll holders, mattress bags, hygiene products, rehabilitation equipment) directly to Scandinavian healthcare customers through its e-commerce platform.
- Third-party product distribution: Salubrious distributes a wide range of third-party branded healthcare products from international manufacturers including Barkey, Vernacare, Trulife, Vermea, TECH-MED, TechniCare, Tempur-Med, Surface Medical, Spark Ergonomics, Svenska Good Medical, Ribcap, Zippsafe, Atrax Medikal, and others. Acts as exclusive or primary Scandinavian distributor for these brands.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | B2B inquiry-based pricing for healthcare facilities |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Salubrious product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Salubrious manufactures proprietary Swedish healthcare products (including patented FLAGFLEX hand packaging holders and CleanPatch mattress repair patches) and distributes a curated portfolio of international medical brands (Barkey, Vernacare, Trulife, Vermea, TECH-MED, TechniCare, Tempur-Med, Zippsafe, Ribcap) to Scandinavian healthcare facilities. The portfolio covers medical devices, rehabilitation equipment, wound care, fluid warming, surgical equipment, smart storage, and personal protective equipment for hospitals, clinics, and care homes in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland.
Product overview
Salubrious is a Swedish company that manufactures and distributes quality healthcare products for Scandinavian healthcare, with products made in Sweden or Europe. The portfolio spans multiple categories: medical devices (fluid warmers, plasma thawers from Barkey; transport chairs), rehabilitation equipment (pressure-relief cushions and mattresses from Trulife, Vermea, TEMPUR-MED), wound care (bandages from Vernacare), facility management (Zippspace smart storage), surgical equipment (instrument tables, arm surgery tables from TECH-MED), personal protective equipment (head protection, face shields from Ribcap), and the company's own branded products (FLAGFLEX hand packaging holders, F.L.A.G. Clamp, toilet accessories, transport cycles). The company operates primarily as a distributor for international brands while also manufacturing proprietary Swedish-made products.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- FLAGFLEX Hand Packaging Holder Swedish-made patented holder for medical glove packaging on walls, with tilting drawer design preventing gloves from falling out of packaging when nearly empty. For hospitals and healthcare facilities.
- FLAGFLEX-S Hand Packaging Holder Swedish-made hand packaging holder with a detachable holder device designed for easier cleaning in clinical environments.
- Barkey Plasmatherm V Fluid warmer/thawer using Smart Motion Technology that thaws fresh frozen plasma in approximately 7 minutes, up to 30% faster than standard plasmatherm units. For hospitals and blood banks.
- Barkey Plasmatherm DTM Warms/thaws up to 8 units of plasma, blood, or stem cells at a time with clear display and easy cleaning. For hospital blood banks and transfusion services.
- Barkey Warming Center II Compact and mobile warming cabinet delivering warm fluids, textiles, and gel items at any location in the hospital. For surgical and clinical departments.
- Barkey S-line Infusion/Transfusion Warmer Cost-effective infusion and transfusion warmer with sleek design, manufactured in Germany. For hospital infusion and transfusion departments.
- Zippspace Smart Storage System Smart space-saving storage system replacing traditional lockers with secure individual textile bags in a digitally organized system, reducing required space by up to 70%. Integrates with access control and HR systems. For healthcare changing rooms.
- Transport Chair and MR Transport Chair Space-saving transport chair for temporary patient transport, with foldable armrest and footrest, suitable for hospital entrances. MR-compatible variants available for MRI environments.
- ComfiFast Tubular Bandages Tubular bandages for fixing dressings, wet and dry wrapping for atopic eczema treatment, and skin coverage for sensitive skin. For hospitals, clinics, and home care.
- ComfiFast MultiStretch Tubular Bandages Tubular bandages with MultiStretch technology stretching in radial, longitudinal, and diagonal directions for increased freedom of movement. For wound care and eczema treatment.
- ComfiGrip Tubular Bandages Tubular bandages providing light support against muscle strains/sprains and joint support. For orthopedic and physiotherapy use.
- ComfiNette, ComfiTube, ComfiGauz Tubular Bandages Cost-effective tubular disposable bandages for fixation of dressings, available in various sizes for all body areas. For healthcare wound care applications.
- Relax Trio Wheelchair Cushion Preventive low wheelchair cushion that counteracts shearing with foam and gel construction, easy to use. For pressure ulcer prevention and rehabilitation.
Quantifiable outcome
- FLAGFLEX reduces waste and improves glove accessibility — gloves do not fall out of the packaging when nearly empty, reducing operational waste in clinical settings.
Companies that use Salubrious
Customer profileSegments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Salubrious technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature2 records
Salubrious partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- BarkeycoreBarkey is a German manufacturer of medical equipment (plasma warmers, fluid warmers, infusion/transfusion warmers) distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia. Products include Barkey Plasmatherm V (fast plasma thawed in ~7 minutes using Smart Motion Technology), Barkey Plasmatherm DTM, Barkey S-line, and Barkey Warming Center II. Barkey holds ISO-13485 certification.
- VernacarecoreUK-based manufacturer of tubular bandages (ComfiFast, ComfiFast MultiStretch, ComfiGrip, ComfiNette, ComfiTube, ComfiGauz) and EasyWrap garments for atopic eczema treatment, distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- TrulifecoreIrish healthcare company (since 1987) specializing in orthopedics, prosthetics, and pressure-relieving products. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia — products include Relax Duo-Profile, Relax Duogel, Relax Easy, Relax Gelcell, Relax Gelcell G2, and Relax Trio wheelchair cushions and rehabilitation products.
- VermeacoreVermea (formerly MediSit) manufactures medical furniture including Altera sit-stand chairs, Arteria phlebotomy chairs, Hoxa healthcare chairs, Labtec stools, SurgiMove surgical chairs, and Toppar sit-stand stools. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- TECH-MEDcorePolish manufacturer of medical equipment since 2003, delivering products to hospitals across Poland and Europe, Africa, and America. Partnership established in 2023. Holds PN-EN ISO 13485:2016 quality management system. Products include arm surgery tables, instrument/mayo tables (electric and hydraulic), distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- TechniCarecoreManufacturer of infusion poles, IV stands, hospital beds (Nascentia birthing bed), rehabilitation equipment (Mobilyzer series, Kelly toilet chair, drop stands), distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- TEMPUR-MEDcoreTEMPUR-MED produces pressure-relieving mattresses and wheelchair cushions using proprietary TEMPUR memory material. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia — includes Tempur Med mattresses, wheelchair cushions, dental pillows and pads.
- Surface Medical Inc.minorCanadian manufacturer of CleanPatch — the first CE-marked repair patch for polyurethane, vinyl and gel mattress overlays. Salubrious distributes CleanPatch products (CleanPatch, CleanPatch-P, CleanPatch-V) in Scandinavia as a complementary offering to its own CleanPatch line.
- Spark ErgonomicsminorManufacturer of flexible laptop/tablet carts for healthcare environments (Spark Ergonomics 50, 54, 55 models). Features long battery life, height adjustability, 360-degree wheels, and hygienic design. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- Svenska Good Medical ABcoreSwedish manufacturer of medical equipment and accessories. Distributed by Salubrious — products include AireRx Leg Support, AireRx operating stools, Emmi shelf for ICU rails, FLAGFLEX-S hand packaging holders (with detachable holder for easy cleaning), hygiene racks, bundling bands, and lock sealing.
- OTM ABminorOTM AB is listed as a reseller/distributor of Salubrious products on the FLAGFLEX product page. Manages distribution of FLAGFLEX hand packaging holders.
- ZippsafeminorSwiss developer of smart space-saving storage systems (Zippspace) replacing traditional lockers with secure individual textile bags, reducing locker space by up to 70%. Designed for changing rooms and healthcare environments with digital access control. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- Atrax MedikalminorManufacturer of transport chairs and MR-compatible transport chairs (AX001 standard, AX038 MR, AX012 washable, AX005 gold-colored). Space-saving transport chairs for temporary transport in hospital entrances. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- RibcapminorManufacturer of fashionable protective headwear (Ribcap) and full-face visors (VH001) for healthcare staff. Ribcap headwear provides protection against bumps, scrapes and cold with integrated protective cushions. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- LabtecminorManufacturer of laboratory stools with exceptional comfort. Seats and backrests made of innovative soft-touch polyurethane. Standard with hydraulic height adjustment, aluminum base and large castors. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
- AlteraminorManufacturer of Altera sit-stand chairs recognized for style and ergonomic properties. Patterned seat provides perfect support for people standing or sitting while working. Distributed by Salubrious in Scandinavia.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Salubrious competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Cardinal Health: Large US-headquartered global medical product distributor serving hospitals, ambulatory care, and clinical laboratories. Comparable as a multi-brand medical product distributor with healthcare facility customers, though materially larger and US-centric.
- B. Braun: Global medical device and pharmaceutical company with manufacturing and distribution of infusion, surgical, and hospital care products. Comparable as a manufacturer of medical equipment (e.g., infusion technology overlapping with Salubrious's IV pole and infusion warmer partners) and broad healthcare supplier.
- McKesson: Global pharmaceutical and medical supply distributor serving hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare providers with a broad catalog including medical devices and consumables. Comparable as a wholesale distributor of medical products to institutional healthcare buyers.
- Owens & Minor: Global medical products distribution and healthcare supply chain services company serving hospitals and healthcare providers with medical/surgical supplies and patient-direct products. Comparable as a B2B medical device and consumables distributor.
- Medline: Large privately held US medical device and supply manufacturer and distributor serving hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and care facilities globally. Comparable as a multi-category medical product supplier with manufacturer-plus-distributor business model.
- Mölnlycke Health Care: Swedish-headquartered global medical device company specializing in wound care, surgical, and pressure ulcer prevention products. Comparable as a Sweden-based medical products specialist serving the same Scandinavian healthcare customers with overlapping wound care and pressure-relief categories.
- Henry Schein: Global distributor of medical, dental, and healthcare products serving office-based practitioners, clinics, and hospitals with a multi-brand catalog model. Comparable as a broad medical supply distributor with a healthcare facility customer base, though much larger and globally diversified.
Direct peers
- Abena: Danish-headquartered manufacturer and distributor of medical, incontinence, and personal care supplies sold to healthcare facilities across Scandinavia and Europe. Comparable Nordic-rooted multi-brand supplier serving hospitals and care homes.
- OneMed Group: Nordic-headquartered medical supplies and devices distributor serving hospitals, clinics, and care homes across Scandinavia with a multi-brand catalog including consumables, medical equipment, and own-brand products. Most directly comparable peer given overlapping Nordic geography, multi-brand distribution model, and healthcare customer base.
- Mediq: European medical devices and home healthcare distributor active across multiple European countries, including the Nordics. Comparable as a multi-country medical device distributor with a broad portfolio of branded products and direct relationships with healthcare providers.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance3 records
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Investors
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Frequently asked questions about Salubrious
What does Salubrious do?
Salubrious manufactures proprietary Swedish healthcare products (including patented FLAGFLEX hand packaging holders and CleanPatch mattress repair patches) and distributes a curated portfolio of international medical brands (Barkey, Vernacare, Trulife, Vermea, TECH-MED, TechniCare, Tempur-Med, Zippsafe, Ribcap) to Scandinavian healthcare facilities. The portfolio covers medical devices, rehabilitation equipment, wound care, fluid warming, surgical equipment, smart storage, and personal protective equipment for hospitals, clinics, and care homes in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland.
Is Salubrious a public or private company?
Salubrious is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Salubrious founded?
Salubrious was founded in 2000. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Salubrious based?
Salubrious is headquartered in Stenkullen, Sweden, in the Europe region.
How does Salubrious make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Proprietary medical product sales are the primary driver. The others are third-party product distribution.
Who are Salubrious's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Cardinal Health, B. Braun, McKesson, Owens & Minor, Medline, Mölnlycke Health Care and Henry Schein. Direct peers are Abena, OneMed Group and Mediq.
Does Salubrious have an API?
No public API is recorded for Salubrious.
What industry is Salubrious in?
Salubrious's product category is Medical Device Distribution and Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAOAHAE, Medical Supplies & Consumables Wholesale (Non-Device). Its NAICS code is 423450 and its SIC code is 5047.