History
From manufacturer of sprung mattresses to medical devices
Funke Medical GmbH – since 1988
What began with the aim of improving quality of sleep has evolved over the years into a continuous journey of further development and progress. Today, we look back with pride on what we have achieved and look forward with confidence to everything that lies ahead. Our motivation was and remains the well-being of every single person who uses our products.
Our product range has changed significantly. While in the early days the focus was to produce typical mattresses for traditional furniture retailers, we subsequently repositioned ourselves towards medical technology. However, we have remained loyal to our location in Raesfeld – although we now have three production facilities here.
Today, we are manufacturer of medical devices such as anti-decubitus mattresses, wheelchair seat cushions and positioning aids. We constantly expand our product range, for example with the addition of care beds and innovative product solutions to support carers in their everyday work. However, our focus has remained the same – creating a valuable life.
First of January 1988
Foundation
The company is initially founded as a mattress manufacturer for the furniture and bed retail trade under the name Goldschlaf.
1992
First location
First location at Ährenfeld in Raesfeld with 4127 m2.
2005
Change of management
Andreas Funke, the manager director’s son, takes over the business and transforms it into an innovative company in the field of medical devices – Goldschlaf becomes Funke Medical AG.
2013
New products | Second location
POSIMED® are EVAQ® are launched as new products, and the second site at Ridderskamp in Raesfeld is built as a logistics and service centre.
2015
Construction of sewing facility
Expansion of the first site by 600 m2 of designated sewing area.
2016
New product | Launch of the order tool
The range of wheelchair seat cushions has been expanded to include GELSEAT®. All products can now be purchased via a B2B order tool in the DACH region.
2017
Third location
Third and largest location at Roringskamp in Raesfeld with 10,000 m2 for administration and production.
2018
New product
The Heel Protect® heel protector boot is introduced and has been setting new standards in this category ever since.
2019
New product
The XAIR® hybrid seat cushion for active wheelchair users is launched on the market.
2021
Order tool 2.0 |Introduction & switch to Greenline | HQIB acquires majority stake | Change of name to GmbH & Establishment of MEG
The focus is on sustainable products and processes. Harald Quandt Industriebeteiliungen GmbH supports the further growth of Funke Medical. MEG is founded as the parent company of Funke Medical. We are now Funke Medical GmbH.
2023
New products: ARTHROSEAT & MobiTurn® | Acquisition Deron
MEG Medical Equipment GmbH (parent company of Funke Medical GmbH) acquires 100% of the shares in Deron (Deron B.V., Lima B.V., Connect Foam Care B.V.). Deron is the leading supplier of medical aids (care beds, digital and circular products) in the Netherlands.
2024
New products: Scintilla Care® & GELSEAT® combi| Change of managing director
The range is supplemented by care beds to offer an even more comprehensive solution for the healthcare sector. Dr. Ramona König is the new CEO and managing director of Funke Medical GmbH. Her mission is to continue and expand on the successful organic and inorganic growth course pursued by the previous management.
2025
Gilde Healthcare as new partner for MEG GmbH
Focus on further growth – both organic and through acquisitions. Gilde Healthcare is an investor specialising in the healthcare sector.
2026
Rebranding
New look, more commitment: our rebranding reflects what we stand for today – clearer, more modern and closer to our customers.