BURTONS MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED

What BURTONS MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED does

Burtons Manufacturing Company Limited, trading as Burtons Veterinary Equipment and Burtons Vehicle Systems, is a privately held UK veterinary medical equipment supplier and bespoke installer founded in 1982 and headquartered in Staplehurst, Kent, with a regional office in Kildare, Ireland, and a dedicated vehicle conversion manufacturing site in Marden. The company distributes and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of veterinary clinical equipment — including anaesthesia machines (Mindray Veta 5 Plus under exclusive UK/Ireland distribution alongside own-brand Burtons adaptable and large animal systems), infusion pumps (proprietary EN-V3 and EN-V5+), patient monitors (Mindray ePM12/uMEC12, SunTech VET20), digital radiography and ultrasound (Examion X-DRS, Edan AX3 VET, Draminski portable), endoscopy (HugeMed), electrosurgery (Gima), lighting (Acem Starled 3NX), dental units (Burtons VETair Classic), examination tables, laboratory equipment, and animal housing/cage systems — together with piped medical gas and AGSS installations. Its technology stack combines proprietary own-brand hardware pre-calibrated to matched consumables (SuperBlue giving sets), exclusive distribution rights for tier-1 OEM brands (Mindray, Examion), and bespoke 3D CAD practice design services, with no disclosed AI/ML or software-as-a-service components.

The business operates a hybrid B2B go-to-market: a nationwide UK and Ireland field sales force of named veterinary equipment consultants and territory managers delivering on-site consultations, demonstrations, and quotes; a self-service e-commerce storefront at burtonsveterinary.com for direct purchase; and a Burtons Vehicle Systems division converting Ford, Peugeot, and Renault base vehicles into animal ambulances and mobile practices. Revenue is generated through one-time equipment sales (ranging from ~£75 consumables to ~£22,350+ for imaging systems), recurring consumables (giving sets, anaesthetic gas absorbers, blades, PPE, dental burs), installation and professional services (practice design, piped gas installation, vehicle conversions), managed service and repair contracts including regulatory compliance (IRR17, PUWER, LOLER), and training revenue through Burtons Academy CPD courses. Customers are primarily small animal, mixed, and equine veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland, with case studies including London Zoo, Spire Vets, Beacon VetCare, and Whisker & Woof, indicating a fragmented SMB customer base with episodic larger bespoke projects.

Name

BURTONS MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED

Legal name

Burtons Medical Equipment Ltd

Website

https://burtonsveterinary.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Burtons Veterinary Equipment is a UK and Ireland distributor, manufacturer, and installer of veterinary clinical equipment — anaesthesia, infusion, imaging, dental, surgical, and practice furnishings — serving small animal, mixed, and equine veterinary practices through direct field sales, e-commerce, and bespoke vehicle conversions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Medical Equipment

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Hospital Equipment & Clinical Furniture (Tables, Cages, Lighting, Warmers) (HLAMAFAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Anesthesia, Ventilation & Patient Monitoring (Machines, Vaporizers, Monitors) (HLAMAFAB), Veterinary Medical/Surgical Supply Wholesalers (HLAMAIAB)

Keywords

• Veterinary medical equipment
• Veterinary anaesthesia machines
• Animal housing systems
• Veterinary practice design
• Veterinary vehicle conversions

Headquarters

HQ city

Tonbridge

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Equipment Sales: Sale of veterinary medical equipment including anaesthetic machines, patient monitors, infusion pumps, diagnostic instruments, dental equipment, imaging systems, surgical instruments, lighting, tables, and furniture. Products sold both as standalone items and bundled packages with consumables.
2. Consumables and Accessories: Recurring sales of consumable products including giving sets, anaesthetic gas absorbers, grooming blades, dental burs, PPE, and hygiene consumables. These drive repeat purchase revenue.
3. Installation and Practice Design Services: Free design service with revenue generated through installation of equipment, piped gas systems, cabinetry, cage banks, and practice fit-outs. Installation team handles complete practice buildouts.
4. Vehicle Conversion and Sales: Design and conversion of veterinary vehicles including animal ambulances and mobile practices, with new, used, and conversion options. Acts as dealer for Ford, Peugeot, and Renault.
5. Service, Repair and Maintenance: Ongoing service and repair operations including a dedicated repair centre, in-practice servicing, radiography support, waste gas monitoring, blade sharpening, and regulatory compliance management (IRR17, PUWER, LOLER).
6. Training and CPD: Burtons Academy provides live and online CPD courses, equipment training, and webinars. Content spans anaesthesia, monitoring, ventilation, endoscopy, and other clinical areas.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Burtons manufactures and distributes veterinary medical equipment, including anaesthesia machines, infusion pumps, patient monitors, diagnostic imaging systems, surgical tables, dental units, and stainless steel animal cages and kennels. The company also provides practice design and equipment installation services, mobile veterinary vehicle conversions through a dealer network, and ongoing equipment servicing and repair across the UK and Ireland.

Product overview

Burtons Veterinary Equipment is a UK-based veterinary equipment supplier with over 40 years of experience, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for veterinary practices. The core offering includes: (1) Anaesthesia systems including the Mindray Veta 5 Plus (exclusive UK/Ireland distributor), Burtons Adaptable and Vetanette anaesthesia machines, Low Flow bundles, and Equivent large animal systems; (2) Infusion solutions featuring the Burtons EN-V3 and EN-V5+ infusion pumps with SuperBlue giving sets; (3) Patient monitoring including Mindray ePM12 and uMEC12 multi-parameter monitors and SunTech blood pressure monitors; (4) Diagnostic imaging with Examion digital radiography systems and AQS imaging software, Edan ultrasound, HugeMed endoscopy, and Draminski portable ultrasound; (5) Surgical support equipment including Burtons Pro-Lift examination tables, Starled 3NX theatre lighting, Cocoon patient warming, and Gima electrosurgery; (6) Dental equipment comprising the Burtons VETair Classic mobile dental unit; (7) Laboratory products including centrifuges and MicroBlue digital microscopes; (8) Grooming tools from Andis and Heiniger. Supporting services include free practice design with 3D CAD drawings, vehicle systems for mobile practice conversions, nationwide equipment servicing and repair, and Burtons Academy training programmes. The company serves small animal, equine, and mixed veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Burtons EN-V3 Infusion Pump: Proprietary infusion pump product line
• Burtons EN-V5+ Infusion Pump
• Burtons VETair Classic
• SuperBlue
• Burtons VetSpin Duo
• Lifetime
• Quiet Time

Products and services

• Veterinary Anaesthesia Machines
• Infusion Pumps and Patient Monitors
• Diagnostic Imaging Systems
• Surgical Tables and Examination Furniture
• Veterinary Dental Units
• Animal Cages and Kennels
• Veterinary Practice Design and Equipment Installation
• Mobile Veterinary Vehicle Conversions
• Equipment Servicing and Repair

Quantifiable outcome

• Burtons is the exclusive UK and Ireland distributor of Mindray's advanced veterinary anaesthesia systems, combining modern monitoring and ventilation technology with full training and support.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MindraycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons is the exclusive UK and Ireland distributor of Mindray's advanced veterinary anaesthesia systems, combining modern monitoring and ventilation technology with full training and support. Products include Veta 5 Plus Anaesthesia Machine and uMEC12 Multi-Parameter Monitor.
• ExamioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution partnership for Examion imaging solutions including X-DRS Vet Smart digital radiography systems, FireCR dental X-ray systems, and AQS imaging software (Image Acquisition, PACS, and Diagnostic Viewer).
• FordminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVehicle supplier for Burtons Vehicle Systems conversions. Burtons acts as dealer offering full dealer facilities direct from Ford.
• PeugeotminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVehicle supplier for Burtons Vehicle Systems conversions. Burtons acts as dealer offering full dealer facilities direct from Peugeot.
• RenaultminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVehicle supplier for Burtons Vehicle Systems conversions. Burtons acts as dealer offering full dealer facilities direct from Renault.
• ISFM (International Society of Feline Medicine)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBurtons assists practices in achieving cat-friendly accreditation through ISFM, providing guidance on waiting areas, layouts, and animal housing requirements to meet accreditation standards.
• Dog's TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBurtons supports practices in achieving dog-friendly status through the Dog's Trust initiative by advising on practice layouts and procedures to meet the accreditation criteria.
• HugeMedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes HugeMed endoscopy and bronchoscopy solutions including the MS-8 Semi-Disposable Small Animal Bronchoscopy Solution.
• DraminskiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Draminski BLUE Portable Ultrasound Systems for both large and small animal packages.
• EdanminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Edan AX3 VET Ultrasound Machines as part of their imaging product range.
• OpticlarminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Opticlar veterinary diagnostic equipment including LED diagnostic sets with ophthalmoscopes and otoscopes (desk, battery case, and wall station variants).
• LabcoldminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Labcold pharmacy refrigerators including undercounter models with key or digital lock options.
• AcemminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Acem Starled 3NX theatre and examination lighting in trolley-mounted, ceiling-mounted (single and tandem), and wall-mounted configurations.
• AndisminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Andis grooming equipment including Pulse ZR II vet clipper packs and AGC2 brushless clippers.
• HeinigerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Heiniger grooming products including Opal 2-speed clippers and Style Mini Trimmers.
• GimaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Gima Diatermo MB 120D mono-bipolar electrosurgery units with autoclavable handles and accessories.
• CocoonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Cocoon forced air warming systems and reusable blanket sets for patient warming, with compatible cage adaptors.
• SunTechminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes SunTech Vet20 spot check blood pressure monitors as part of their patient monitoring range.
• Vetronic Services LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBurtons distributes Vetronic products including Merlin ventilators, Tafonius large animal ventilators, and Vetronic Impact and Lightning patient monitors.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Jorgensen Laboratories: US-based specialist veterinary medical equipment and instrument supplier serving companion and large animal practices. Highly comparable to Burtons as a focused veterinary-only distributor covering surgical, dental, and consumable categories through direct sales and catalogue.
• Kruuse: Danish-headquartered veterinary equipment and consumables supplier with European distribution, including the UK market. Comparable to Burtons as a multi-category veterinary medical device and consumables supplier serving companion and large animal practices.
• Eickemeyer: German veterinary equipment manufacturer and supplier serving European veterinary practices across anaesthesia, surgery, monitoring, and instruments. Comparable to Burtons as a European veterinary-specialist supplier with overlapping product categories and distribution model.
• Dispomed: Veterinary equipment manufacturer (anaesthesia machines, patient monitors, tables) serving companion and large animal practices in North America and Europe. Comparable to Burtons as a manufacturer-distributor hybrid in veterinary anaesthesia and clinical equipment.
• Avante Animal Health: Veterinary equipment supplier formed from the legacy DRE Veterinary business, supplying anaesthesia, monitoring, surgical tables, and infusion to vet practices. Comparable to Burtons as a focused veterinary equipment distributor with catalogue and field sales.
• JorVet (Jorgensen): Veterinary surgical and diagnostic equipment brand under Jorgensen Laboratories, covering instrumentation, dental, and consumables. Comparable to Burtons' surgical instrument and consumables categories.

Broad incumbents

• Henry Schein Animal Health: Animal health division of Henry Schein, a major global medical and dental distributor. Comparable to Burtons as a broad veterinary supplies and equipment distributor serving the same UK/Ireland vet practice customers, but at much greater scale.
• Patterson Veterinary: US-headquartered veterinary distribution business serving companion animal practices with equipment, supplies, and technology solutions. Comparable to Burtons as a broad veterinary equipment and consumables distributor with field sales reach.
• Midmark Animal Health: Veterinary-specific division of Midmark, manufacturing clinical equipment including tables, anaesthesia, monitoring, and dental. Comparable to Burtons as a manufacturer in overlapping veterinary equipment categories (tables, anaesthesia).

Emerging players

• Vetland Medical: US veterinary equipment manufacturer and distributor focused on anaesthesia, patient warming, and monitoring. Comparable to Burtons' anaesthesia, warming, and monitoring product categories though at smaller scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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