Mackworth USA receives investment to shore up manufacturing in the US

By HME News Staff
Updated 9:49 AM CST, Mon February 9, 2026
O’FALLON, Mo. - Mackworth USA, a manufacturer of safe patient handling equipment and mobility solutions, has received a significant strategic investment from U.K.-based Prism Healthcare Group. The investment will allow Mackworth USA to establish its own U.S. manufacturing operations, as well as deliver continued innovation across its product portfolio. “This investment represents a powerful moment for American manufacturing,” said Charley Wallace, CEO of Mackworth USA. “Mackworth USA has always believed in designing and building high quality products here in the United States, and this partnership gives us the momentum to scale, innovate and create new opportunities. Building on our shared Prism heritage, we’re proud to lead the next chapter of growth and deliver world-class solutions made in the USA.” The investment marks a major milestone to bolster growth across Mackworth USA’s facilities, enabling the company to progress from U.S.-based assembly operations toward the planned development of domestic manufacturing capability. This includes production facilities, building operational capacity and advancing product innovation across its ceiling lifts, gantry systems and patient handling products. “Investing In Mackworth USA allows us to deepen our commitment to US manufacturing and expand our ability to serve customers across North America,” said Jason Leek, CEO of Prism Healthcare Group. “This partnership positions Mackworth USA at the forefront of innovation and strongly aligns with our shared vision of delivering exceptional care solutions globally. The investment builds on the shared heritage between Mackworth USA and Prism Healthcare and creates new opportunities for innovation. Together, Mackworth USA’s US manufacturing strength and Prism Healthcare’s global expertise will drive the development of advanced solutions for hospitals, long-term care facilities, schools and home care environments.”
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