PurThread Technologies is a Morrisville, NC–based life science and high-performance textile company that develops active soft surfaces that show a measurable difference in reducing bioburden in clinical environments. Led by President and CEO Lisa Grimes, the company produces healthcare textiles including privacy curtains, lab coats, scrubs, blankets, and sheets. It also offers freshness products for other markets such as the military and performance athletic wear. The company closed just over $7m in an equity financing in April 2013. The round was led by PurThread Board Chair Richard S. Bodman with participation from a select group of experienced investors. PurThread intends to use the funds for research and development.

Total raised

$7M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Equity

Latest activity

Nov 2013