STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. The company focuses primarily on healthcare, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries, offering innovative solutions for surgical, sterile processing, and infection prevention needs. With annual revenue exceeding $5 billion, STERIS operates globally, serving customers in over 100 countries through its comprehensive portfolio of scientifically validated products and services.
Founded in 1985 as Innovative Medical Technologies by microbiologist Dr. Raymond Kralovic, the company was renamed STERIS Corporation in 1987. Today, STERIS employs over 10,000 associates worldwide and maintains its headquarters in Mentor, Ohio. The company's product portfolio includes surgical equipment, sterile processing systems, endoscopy devices, instrument management solutions, and contamination control products for pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Additionally, STERIS provides contract sterilization services, laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, and professional training to support healthcare facilities and life sciences companies in maintaining regulatory compliance and patient safety standards.