Mangar Health is a leading designer and manufacturer of healthcare products that help people with limited mobility maintain independence and dignity. Known for its innovative solutions, such as inflatable lifting cushions and bathing aids, Mangar serves customers in healthcare, emergency services, and at-home care markets globally.
Mangar
Designer and manufacturer of healthcare equipment
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YFM investment
Undisclosed - 2.7x return
Investment date(s)
2014 - 2018
Deal type
Buyout
Location
Presteigne
"Mangar Health has expanded significantly since the YFM investment. We appreciate their practical advice, strategic guidance and support in helping us fuel our continued growth over the past five years. They have been terrific partners and played an important role in helping us achieve our success."
Key Information
The Business
Why We Invested
YFM Equity Partners invested in Mangar Health to support the business’s growth strategy, enabling product innovation, market expansion, and operational improvements. The partnership aimed to strengthen Mangar’s position as a market leader in assistive technology.
Growth Story
During YFM’s ownership, Mangar Health achieved several key milestones:
- Expanded its product range to meet the growing needs of healthcare professionals and individuals with mobility challenges.
- Increased its international footprint, securing distribution agreements across Europe, North America, and Asia.
- Enhanced its manufacturing capabilities, ensuring high-quality and scalable production.
- Grew its customer base, with significant sales to healthcare providers, emergency services, and private customers worldwide.
Outcome
In 2018, YFM successfully exited its investment in Mangar Health through a sale to Winncare Group, a leading European manufacturer of healthcare and medical products. The transaction delivered a 2.7x return for YFM investors, reflecting the value created during the partnership. The acquisition by Winncare provides Mangar with access to additional resources and a broader global network, enabling further growth and innovation in the assistive technology market.