DOG 2026 is in full swing, and we are very pleased with the many interesting conversations and the personal exchange at our booth E17.

The focus of our presence is on our solutions for precise and ergonomic patient positioning in ophthalmology. During the first discussions, we have already gained valuable insights, new impulses and helpful feedback from clinical practice.

This direct exchange with users is particularly important to us. It helps us continuously improve existing solutions and identify new requirements at an early stage.

Are you also attending DOG 26 in Berlin?

Then come and visit us at booth E17. We look forward to many more interesting conversations and to welcoming you in person!

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New impulses for medical technology, digitalization and future developments

AKRUS attended the Health Electronics Summit and took away many valuable impressions and impulses from the event. The summit offered a varied program with interesting presentations, practical insights and current topics relating to electronics, digitalization and innovations in healthcare.

Particularly valuable was the focus on current and future challenges in medical technology. The presentations showed how important it is to follow technological developments closely, identify opportunities at an early stage and actively address existing challenges. At the same time, it became clear that innovation does not arise from new ideas alone, but also from the willingness to engage with complex requirements.

One central thought from the event can be summarized as follows: the aim is not to look away from problems, but to consciously recognize them and learn how to deal with them. This approach is particularly relevant to current developments in medical technology, where technical, regulatory and practical requirements are becoming increasingly interconnected.

The organization of the Health Electronics Summit was also convincing. The event provided a professional setting for exchange, new perspectives and expert discussions. For AKRUS, the visit was therefore not only professionally enriching, but also provided renewed motivation for further work on practical and future-oriented solutions.

AKRUS looks back on a successful event and takes away many ideas that can contribute to future considerations and developments.

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In-person exchange on ophthalmic patient positioning

AKRUS is currently preparing for DOG 2026. From 24 to 27 September 2026, the congress in Berlin will bring together experts from ophthalmology, hospitals, private practices, research and industry. For AKRUS, the event offers a valuable opportunity to address current developments in ophthalmology, maintain existing contacts and initiate new conversations with users and partners.

The focus will be on practical solutions for ophthalmic patient positioning. Especially in ophthalmology, precise positioning, ergonomic workflows and reliable medical technology are essential prerequisites for efficient examination and treatment processes. AKRUS will bring these requirements to Berlin and is looking forward to discussing them in greater depth during in-person exchanges at the congress.

Visitors will find AKRUS at DOG 2026 at booth E17. There, the opportunity will be used to present solutions, answer questions directly and discuss requirements from everyday clinical and outpatient practice.

AKRUS is looking forward to interesting discussions, new insights and personal exchange on site.

Further information about the event is available on the official congress website of DOG 2026.

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A special occasion for reflection, exchange and a shared outlook

Last Friday, on the 21. August 2026, AKRUS celebrated its 80th company anniversary. The event was a complete success and provided a special setting to look back together on eight decades of company history.

The anniversary represents the development of AKRUS from a craft-based business into a specialized manufacturer of medical equipment systems. At the same time, it became clear that this path has above all been shaped by the commitment of many people: employees, customers, specialist trade partners, suppliers and long-standing business partners have accompanied and contributed to the company’s development over many years.

The celebration therefore focused not only on the past 80 years, but also on personal exchange and the sense of togetherness. In a pleasant atmosphere, there was the opportunity to acknowledge achievements, share memories and look ahead to the coming years.

For AKRUS, the anniversary is an occasion to say thank you: for trust, commitment, partnership-based cooperation and the many contributions that continue to shape the company today. The celebration once again showed how important a strong team, reliable partnerships and shared goals are for the further development of AKRUS.

Looking to the future, the company’s commitment remains unchanged: to develop high-quality medical technology “Made in Germany” and provide practical solutions for clinics, private practices and operating environments. The 80th company anniversary therefore marks not only an important milestone, but also the starting point for the next steps in the company’s development.

AKRUS looks back on a thoroughly successful anniversary celebration and is looking forward to continuing on this path together.

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Precise Patient Positioning for Refractive Laser Surgery

With the Patient Support System LSCneo, AKRUS is expanding its product portfolio for ophthalmology. The technically optimised patient positioning system for refractive laser surgery is now available to clinics, medical practices and laser centers..

AKRUS has many years of experience in developing and manufacturing patient positioning systems for refractive laser applications. This expertise has been incorporated into the Patient Support System LSCneo, combining precise positioning, user-friendly operation and integrated safety features.

Electric adjustment along the X, Y and Z axes enables patients to be positioned precisely at the laser focal point. The headrest can also be adjusted electrically in height and tilted manually. An analogue joystick allows smooth, precise movement at variable speeds, supporting accurate and controlled positioning throughout the procedure.

Different safety solutions are available. In addition to an easily accessible emergency stop, all motorised movements are enabled either via an additional safety footswitch or controlled directly using the corresponding buttons. When used with a fixed laser head, the tilting headrest also provides an additional means of releasing the patient in an emergency. These safety features make the Patient Support System LSCneo suitable for use with both excimer lasers and femtosecond lasers with a fixed laser head.

For laser centers using two different systems, the upper section can optionally be swiveled by approximately 35 degrees. All adjustment axes remain available in the swiveled position, allowing patients to be transferred between the two laser systems without repositioning them on another treatment bed.

With the Patient Support System LSCneo, AKRUS offers a high-quality, practical solution for modern refractive laser surgery, with a clear focus on precision, safety and ease of use.

Discover the Patient Support System LSCneo and find out more about its features and configuration options on our product page.

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When Millimeters Define the Workflow

Refractive laser surgery requires the highest level of precision. Modern excimer and femtosecond lasers operate with great accuracy. To make full and reliable use of this precision throughout the treatment workflow, patient positioning must also be stable, safe, and finely adjustable.

With the LSC neo, AKRUS offers a patient support system specifically developed to meet the requirements of refractive laser surgery. It supports precise positioning, ergonomic workflows, and safe integration into modern laser environments. At the same time, AKRUS makes its many years of experience in laser surgery patient positioning available to refractive centers, clinics, and medical practices.

Exact Alignment with the Focal Point

In refractive laser procedures, the position of the patient is a decisive factor. The eye must be precisely aligned with the focal point of the laser. Even small deviations in positioning can complicate the workflow or make additional corrections necessary.

The LSC neo enables precise adjustment in the X, Y, and Z directions. This allows the patient position to be finely adjusted to the respective laser system and to the individual anatomy of the patient.

Control is carried out via an analog joystick. It allows controlled movements, from quick repositioning to very slow and precise fine adjustments. For users, this means that the patient support system not only assists with correct positioning, but also supports a calm and efficient treatment workflow.

Headrest for Fine Positioning

Another important aspect is stable head positioning. The headrest of the LSC neo can be moved vertically by electric adjustment and can also be tilted manually. This allows the head position to be adjusted precisely without having to reposition the entire patient.

In refractive laser surgery in particular, this fine adjustment is a practical advantage. It supports calm, comfortable, and precise patient positioning during treatment.

Safety in Interaction with the Laser System

In addition to precision and ergonomics, safety plays a central role. The LSC neo is designed for use under excimer and femtosecond lasers as well as other suitable laser systems. Integrated safety systems and interlocks support controlled operation in the laser environment.

Depending on the laser system and application, different safety concepts are available. With suitable laser systems, a direct connection between the laser and the patient support system can be used to help prevent unintended movements during treatment. Alternatively, movement release can be controlled via a separate footswitch. In this case, movements of the patient support system are only possible when the footswitch is actively pressed.

This makes the LSC neo a technical component of the overall treatment workflow. It is not merely a support surface, but a positioning system designed for the specific requirements of refractive laser surgery.

Ergonomic Workflow for Clinics and Operating Rooms

An efficient workflow is created by the smooth interaction of all components in the treatment room. This includes stable patient positioning, intuitive operation, controlled movements, and good accessibility for medical staff.

The LSC neo supports this workflow with its precise adjustment options, finely controllable joystick operation, and flexible adaptation to the respective treatment situation. Movements can be carried out in a controlled manner without unnecessarily interrupting the workflow. At the same time, patient positioning remains comfortable and stable.

Flexible for Modern Laser Suites

Many refractive centers use different laser systems within one treatment workflow. The LSC neo is designed to integrate into such working environments.

Depending on the configuration, the upper section can be swiveled to support use in a laser suite, for example in combination with an excimer and femtosecond laser. Even in the swiveled position, the respective axes remain adjustable, allowing the patient position to be precisely fine-tuned.

In this way, the LSC neo supports not only individual treatment steps, but the entire process in the laser room.

Precision Begins with Positioning

Refractive laser surgery is a highly precise specialty. To ensure that laser system, user, and workflow interact optimally, patient positioning must meet the same level of precision. With the LSC neo, AKRUS offers a patient support system designed precisely for these requirements: precisely positionable, safely integrable, and ergonomic in everyday use.

This once again shows that good medical technology supports not only the procedure itself, but the entire workflow in the treatment room.

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In 2026, AKRUS celebrates its 80th anniversary. This milestone marks eight decades of company history and reflects the continuous development of a company specialising in innovative solutions for medical technology.

From Craft Business to Medical Technology Specialist

Since its foundation, AKRUS has evolved from a craft-based business into an established manufacturer of medical equipment systems. Today, the portfolio includes mobile surgical chairs and operating tables, surgeon’s chairs, medical stools, mammography chairs, instrument tables, and solutions for refractive laser surgery. AKRUS products are used worldwide in medical practices, clinics, and operating rooms.

Development and Manufacturing in Elmshorn

Development and manufacturing take place at the company’s site in Elmshorn, near Hamburg. The focus is on ergonomic workflows, high functionality, and the requirements of everyday medical practice. The aim is to provide users with reliable and practice-oriented solutions for a wide range of applications.

High Vertical Integration as a Quality Feature

A key characteristic of AKRUS is its high level of vertical integration. Numerous process steps, from development and design to production, assembly, testing, shipping, and after-sales service, are carried out in-house. This enables short communication paths, consistent quality control, and a high degree of flexibility when responding to individual requirements.

80 Years of Trust and Successful Collaboration

The 80th anniversary is also an opportunity to thank the people who have accompanied the company’s development over the decades. This includes employees, customers, specialist trade partners, suppliers, and long-standing business partners whose trust and cooperation have made a significant contribution to AKRUS’ success.

Future-Oriented Medical Technology for Clinics and Practices

Looking ahead, the company’s ambition remains unchanged: to develop high-quality medical technology Made in Germany that meets the growing demands for mobility, ergonomics, and efficiency in healthcare. The continuous development of practical solutions will continue to contribute to modern medical care in the years to come.

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Even more dynamic in use:

The sc5010 ES/HS mobile operating chairs from AKRUS are now available in an enhanced version. Faster motors and a new rechargeable battery (lithium-ion battery) support an even more efficient workflow – in the treatment room as well as in the outpatient OR.

The sc5010 ES was specially developed for ophthalmological applications and offers surgeons plenty of legroom, flexibility and good access to the operating field. The sc5010 HS is designed for treatments in the head area and is suitable for ENT, maxillofacial, plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, among others.

The proven strengths of the series are retained: flexible positioning, battery-powered operation, ergonomic working and comfortable positioning for patients. Head, back, seat and leg elements can be individually adjusted; memory functions facilitate repetitive positioning in daily use.

The new version of the sc5010 ES/HS is even more convenient to use: The faster motors enable quicker position changes, while the new lithium-ion battery further enhances mobile use. AKRUS thus combines proven functionality with further technical development for greater efficiency, flexibility and safety.

More information on the sc5010 ES and sc5010 HS can be found on the respective product pages.

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Trends and impulses for the medical technology of tomorrow

MedtecLIVE 2026 in Stuttgart is over – and the thematic focuses once again show how dynamically the medical technology industry is developing. The event focused on current solutions, new technologies and practical approaches along the entire value chain.

Flexibility remains a key issue

A clear signal: today’s medical devices have to do more than just function. Solutions are needed that can be flexibly integrated into existing processes, support ergonomic working and at the same time meet high standards of safety, quality and reliability.

These topics have been central to AKRUS for many years. Our mobile products are created with the aim of facilitating clinical processes, supporting practitioners in their everyday work and positioning patients safely and comfortably. Whether in ophthalmology, ENT, maxillofacial surgery, breast diagnostics or in outpatient OR environments: Flexible solutions can make an important contribution to efficient, patient-oriented workflows.

Developments that continue to shape the industry

In 2026, it is clear that digitalization, automation, artificial intelligence and regulatory requirements will continue to shape medical technology. For manufacturers, this means that innovation must not only be technically impressive, but also robust, applicable and reliable in everyday clinical practice over the long term.

The focal points of MedtecLIVE confirm our claim to develop medical technology with a practical orientation, to manufacture it to a high standard and to consistently align it with the requirements of users.

Conclusion

MedtecLIVE 2026 underlines how great the need for well thought-out, flexible and future-proof solutions is. For AKRUS, this remains the benchmark: developing medical products that provide tangible support in everyday clinical practice – safe, ergonomic and made in Germany.

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Exchange, insights, and network building

Unsere Reise nach Minnesota zur DMD Conference (Design of Medical Devices) war für AKRUS ein voller Erfolg. Die Konferenz gilt als wichtige Plattform für den Austausch zwischen Medizintechnik, Forschung und klinischer Anwendung – genau an dieser Schnittstelle setzen wir auch in unserer täglichen Arbeit an.

For us, the key value was the dialogue. Through presentations, discussions, and many one-to-one conversations, we gained deeper insights into current developments in medical device design, engineering, and real-world application. We particularly valued the opportunity to connect with participants from industry, research, hospitals, and start-ups. This enabled us to expand our network and gather new perspectives on requirements, workflows, and innovation approaches.

Connecting with the Institute of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota

One of the highlights was making contact with the Institute of Mechanical Engineering led by Arthur Erdman, one of the conference committee members of the DMD Conference. The exchange was very inspiring and closely aligned with topics that are central to AKRUS: engineering excellence, practice-oriented development, and solutions that perform in everyday clinical use.

Conclusion

We are taking many valuable impulses and new contacts back with us from Minnesota, and we would like to thank everyone we spoke with for the open exchange. For AKRUS, the DMD Conference was an important step in engaging with international developments and strengthening connections for future projects.

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