Thackray, Chas, F, Ltd

Sectors:

  • Precision instruments production Medical equipment production inc orthopaedic, surgical, testing, etc, products
  • Distribution - retailing Pharmaceutical, cosmetic & toilet goods & medical equipment retailing
  • Distribution - wholesaling, broking, market trading, etc Pharmaceutical, medical equipment, cosmetic & toilet goods distribution

Notes:

Traced origins to 1902 when C F Thackray and H S Wainwright acquired the retail pharmacy business of Samuel Taylor, established 1862. Known as Chas F Thackray. Before 1914 developed a pharmaceutical wholesale business, selling to doctors and hospitals, as well as making and selling dressings and surgical instruments. After 1918 focused more on making surgical instruments, sterilizers and theatre equipment. After 1945 diversified further into orthopaedic equipment, eg for hip replacement. 1990 acquired by Corange

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