History of FabTech
Thousands of people across America have been using our proprietary Reaktiv braces and PDE technology to relieve pain, improve mobility, and get back to life for over 22 years.
We’re a team with deep roots in the O&P industry who pride ourselves on unrivaled customer service and support, no matter how long it takes.
2001
Fabtech founded (in an actual garage!) with lean manufacturing background
2003
Restech Epoxy system – Safe solutions, first company to focus on safer resins in the O&P industry
2003
Orthotic and Prosthetic Technological Association Board.
Technician founded technical association for technician advocacy, education, and fraternity. Leading initiatives included the recognition of technicians as Certified individuals within the ABC (accomplished in 2014 with the creation of the credentials CTPO, CTP, CTO)
2004
Moved to 4,500 sq ft building & implemented CADCAM Medico Carver
2004
Bartlett Knee: Introduced first knee specifically designed for high sport activities.
2004
AAOP Fabrication Sciences Society
As a leader in outsourced manufacturing, Fabtech members sit on board to create the AAOP Fabrication Sciences Society.
2005
Wholesale operations expanded into representation of multiple lines
2006
PLUSeries Adhesives introduced into O&P transforming the industry
2010
Orthopartners partnership with EU distribution support in Europe
2010
Synthex, safer solutions fiber introduced into O&P industry
2011
Moved to new 9,500 sq ft building
2011
ABC Technician Exam Team
As a leader in the field, Fabtech was asked to sit on the Technician Exam Team as a subject matter expert for determining requirements and questions for the Technician Exam.
2012
ABC Central Fab Sub-Committee
As a leader in the outsourced manufacturing, Fabtech was asked to sit on the Subject Matter Expert committee for determining requirements for a Central Fabrication certification. Developing a program of best practice for Central Fabrication Services
2014
Acknowledged as 150 most influential companies in O&P
2015
PDE engineered modular spring technology introduced into O&P industry
2016
Bounders pediatric dynamic elastomers introduced into O&P industry
2018
Sponsorship of David Blair paralympic gold medalist - PDE
2019
Restech+ Advanced Epoxy resin system introduced into O&P industry
2019
Dave Hughes LCPO Fabtech founder recognized as practitioner of the year award from AAOP
2022
Announcement of Streifeneder exclusive US distribution partnership
2022
Acquired additional space of 2,500 sq ft
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