Company Research Report: sfm medical devices GmbH

Company Overview

• Name: sfm medical devices GmbH

• Mission of the Company: Together, we work to improve people’s health and quality of life. sfm is the leading partner in the development and production of high-quality disposable medical devices for the pharmaceutical and medical technology industries.

• Founded: 1953

• Founders: No information is available.

• Key People:

• Peter Strötgen, CEO

• Dr. Andrea Gais, Head of Quality

• Dr. Olaf Brömsen, Head of Development & Regulatory

• Headquarters: Brückenstraße 5, 63607 Wächtersbach, Germany

• Number of Employees: Approximately 250 employees.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: Manufacturer of precision single-use medical devices used in various areas of human medicine and by the pharmaceutical industry.

Products

Product Offerings

1. Cannulas and Needles:

• Thermal ablation cannula

• Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty set

• Implantation cannula for contraceptives

• Brachytherapy cannula

• Various other specialized cannulas

2. SFM Products:

• nextaro® product family for lyophilized drug reconstitution.

• Description: The nextaro® product line is designed for the efficient reconstitution of lyophilized drugs with modular adaptability and a keen focus on safety and precision.

• Key Features:

• Modular design for adaptability to various drugs

• Needleless system for enhanced safety

• Integrated filter system and pre-centering guides

3. Reconstitution Sets:

• Includes a nextaro® transfer device, disposable syringe, or perfusion set (butterfly cannula).

• Customizable compositions of the packaging based on customer needs.

• All components are supplied in sterile packaging.

4. Transfer Filter Sets:

• Incorporates a transfer device and an additional syringe filter.

• Provided as a ready-to-use complete solution for drug reconstitution processes.

5. Guided Transfer Device:

• To facilitate accurate transfer and reconstitution, ensuring off-center application is avoided.

Key Features

• Focus on Safety: Products include features like needleless systems and integrated guides to ensure safety in applications.

• Innovative Designs: Modular and adaptable design for specific medical and pharmaceutical needs.

• Patient-centric Approach: Enhancements in products aimed at improving patient care and provider convenience.

Recent Developments

• New Product Launches:

• nextaro® v and nextaro® va: New members of the nextaro® family spotlighted for their innovative capabilities in drug reconstitution.

• Expansion and Investments:

• Completion of a new production hall at the safemed site in Prague, doubling the cleanroom area.

• Construction of a new sterilization plant in Wächtersbach, Germany (known as sfm "Plant 2"), marking the largest investment in the company’s history.

• Partnerships and Exhibitions:

• Participation in major exhibitions like COMPAMED 2024 in Düsseldorf and CPhI 2024 in Milan.

• Collaborative efforts to enhance sustainability and environmental protection initiatives, including plans to install photovoltaic systems.

• Sustainability Initiatives:

• First-time preparation of a carbon footprint analysis for the year 2022.

• Work with external consultants on a sustainability strategy to meet EU CSRD guidelines by 2025.

• Employment Milestones:

• Notably recognized for a combined 730 years of employment within the company, highlighting employee dedication and experience.

This structured report is comprehensive in detailing sfm medical devices GmbH's mission, product offerings, and recent strategic developments in the healthcare industry.