Arjo is a global medical technology company with an annual turnover of app.
The company produces medical equipment for patient handling and hygiene, medical beds and pressure ulcer prevention, wound healing, DVT & VTE prevention, disinfection and diagnostics Arjo was founded in 1957 by Arne Johansson in the Swedish town of Eslöv.
Arjo initially functioned as a supplier of components and machine parts to medical device manufacturers.
In 1995, the company merged with the Swedish Getinge Group, in whose "Extended Care" business area it continued to operate under its brand name.
In 1985 the company's IPO took place as a Huntleigh Technology PLC at the London Stock Exchange.