www.addevhealthcare.com
By Greg Hrinya

ADDEV Materials, a European-based contract manufacturer, is continuing its rapid growth and expansion of capabilities. With a global footprint that includes 16 manufacturing sites, ADDEV Materials specializes in converting, packaging, and distribution of high-performance liquid and flexible materials for the aerospace and defense, healthcare and wellness, mobility and industry, power, and electronics markets.

A key driver of ADDEV Materials’ success is its commitment to solving complex problems through innovation and deep collaboration with customers and suppliers. Its mission is clear: “Convert industry challenges into sustainable material solutions.”  

ADDEV Materials is at the heart of the value chain that connects world-class material suppliers with market-leading OEMs. The company leverages its deep expertise in high-performance materials and advanced converting capabilities to transform liquid chemicals and flexible materials – such as adhesives, tapes, films, foams, and fibers – into finished products and engineered components.

ADDEV Materials’ primary capabilities include:

• Engineering – material selection, R&D, product development, and prototyping
• Converting – diecutting, slitting, sheeting, spooling, laminating, cold seal packaging
• Clean Room Manufacturing – ISO Class 7 and 8 for contamination-sensitive applications
• Printing – flexographic and digital for labels, packaging, and branding
• Packaging – kitting and assembly
• Distribution – preferred status with world-class material suppliers

Recognized for its commitment to sustainability, ADDEV Materials holds a platinum rating from EcoVadis, placing it among the top 1% of the best-performing companies worldwide for corporate social responsibility and sustainability performance. This recognition underscores the company’s proactive approach to environmental stewardship, ethical business practices, and social impact.

ADDEV Materials also maintains a comprehensive set of industry certifications, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016, ISO 14001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, FDA registration, and cGMP compliance. These certifications reflect ADDEV Materials’ dedication to quality, safety, and regulatory excellence across its operations, particularly in highly regulated markets such as healthcare and aerospace.

ADDEV Materials has strengthened its position in the healthcare market through targeted strategic acquisitions. In 2023, the company acquired Parafix, a UK-based materials converter, followed by the acquisition of ATL Corp. in 2024, a market-leading printer and converter with headquarters in Menomonee Falls, WI, USA.

“Joining ADDEV Materials was a transformative step for ATL,” states Sara Maris, marketing manager, ADDEV Materials. “It gave us access to a global network, expanded resources, and a shared commitment to innovation and sustainability. Being part of a company that values deep customer collaboration and technical expertise has empowered our team to grow, invest in new capabilities, and better serve our customers in the healthcare and wellness markets.”

ATL Corp brought a powerful blend of technical capabilities and deep industry relationships to ADDEV Materials. The acquisition was driven by several strategic advantages. Certifications have been key, as ADDEV boasts ISO 13485:2016 certification and FDA registration, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory standards. Customer relationships have also been prioritized, as the company has trusted, long-standing partnerships with leading healthcare and pharmaceutical companies. ADDEV has a prime location, as well. Central access to the US market allows for enhanced logistics and distribution efficiency.

ADDEV Materials has invested in the latest technology and equipment, which has fostered success. Advanced printing, precision rotary diecutting, and cleanroom manufacturing capabilities for medical devices are all critical to the company’s operations. It offers preferred supplier status, too. As a preferred supplier to several major healthcare material suppliers, ADDEV is able to reinforce its value in the supply chain. Finally, a dedicated management team, with strong leadership and relationships with key MedTech customers and leading material suppliers, has generated a solid foundational culture.

Acquisitions have played a key role for the company. The acquisition of Parafix and ATL Corp. led to the formation of ADDEV Materials Healthcare, a new platform that integrates multiple healthcare-focused converting sites across the world. This platform enables ADDEV Materials to offer customers both global capacity and local support, a critical advantage in today’s fast-moving and highly regulated healthcare environment.  

ADDEV Materials Healthcare is well-positioned to rapidly expand global capabilities and manufacturing locations. The company supports leading MedTech, pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, and wellness customers with high-performance materials, disposable medical devices, engineered adhesive components, pressure sensitive labels, and custom printing solutions.

The company is strategically scaling its operations through a combination of organic growth and targeted acquisitions. It is actively seeking opportunities to partner with companies that support the MedTech space and have advanced capabilities in clean room manufacturing.

In the future, ADDEV’s goal is to continuously increase the value it provides to key customers by supporting them with locally-supplied, high-performance materials, technical expertise, a complete array of process capabilities, and strong quality systems that bring products to life in the health and wellness markets.

As the global market continues to demand more sustainable, efficient, and innovative solutions, ADDEV Materials stands out as a company to watch – driven by purpose and committed to shaping the future of materials converting and contract manufacturing.