Trusted Nationwide Sleep Apnea Care Through Diagnosis and Treatment
Air Liquide Healthcare Sleep Solutions (ALHSS) is a specialised healthcare franchise delivering professional, physician-validated diagnostic and treatment services for sleep apnea. Operating within Australia’s healthcare sector for over 17 years, the franchise offers an integrated approach — combining diagnostics, equipment, and follow-up care — underpinned by the experience of a global healthcare leader.
Franchisees operate sleep diagnostic centres across Australia, supported by a robust national network and the global infrastructure of Air Liquide Healthcare. This is a unique opportunity for medical professionals and health-aligned business owners to partner with one of the most trusted names in clinical sleep care.
Why Choose ALHSS?
Air Liquide Healthcare is a subsidiary of Air Liquide Group, a global leader in medical gases, equipment, and healthcare services. With a presence in 75 countries and over 66,000 employees worldwide, Air Liquide combines innovation, scale, and trust to support patients and providers.
Key benefits of joining the ALHSS network include:
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Complete diagnostic and treatment model: Designed to guide patients from testing to therapy under one unified program
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National brand recognition: Backed by a multinational leader in health and industrial gases
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Professional medical alignment: Services validated by sleep physicians and delivered through trained healthcare staff and partners
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Established infrastructure: Comprehensive support across equipment, software, clinical protocols, and business systems
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Wide market reach: Operating in every major Australian state and territory
Fast Facts
Industry: Health Care and Social Assistance – Sleep Diagnostics and Therapy
Franchise Model: Medical and retail service model focused on diagnosing and treating sleep apnea
Years Operating in Australia: 17
Franchised Units: 35
Franchisees: 35
Franchisor-Owned Units: Not stated
Current Locations: ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Planned Expansion: ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Investment Details
Estimated Setup Cost: $51,500 – $150,500
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Lease for business premises
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Fit-out and signage
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Stamp duty
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Laptop, printer, mobile phone, POS system
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Motor vehicle
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Rental diagnostic machine and software
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Company registration and business name
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Insurance and working capital
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Franchisee legal and accounting fees
Note: Not included are security deposit for lease (depends on landlord), stamp duty on franchise agreement (varies by state), and the franchise fee (varies depending on location, size, and other variables).
Pre-Agreement Payment: Not disclosed
Ongoing Franchise Payments: Not disclosed
Other Monthly Payments: $2,000 – $12,000
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Wages (based on employment contracts)
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Cleaning and utilities
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Consumables (e.g. device accessories, bacterial wipes)
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Stationery and general supplies
Franchise Agreement Overview
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Standard Term: 5 or more years
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Renewal Option: Not disclosed
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Goodwill Compensation: No
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Restraint of Trade Clause: Yes
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Supplier Restrictions: Yes
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Agreement Variations Without Consent: No
About the Brand
Air Liquide Healthcare was established in Australia in 1995 and has been serving the sleep apnea and homecare markets for more than two decades. Its national network supports tens of thousands of home oxygen and sleep apnea patients. Through its Sleep Solutions program, ALHSS delivers integrated diagnostic and treatment services that have been validated by medical professionals.
As the Australian arm of the global Air Liquide Group, ALHSS benefits from world-leading innovation in gases, health technology, and patient support systems. The parent company serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients globally and has been advancing healthcare since 1902.
ALHSS operates sleep clinics and partner sites across the country, providing:
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Sleep studies
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Equipment sales and hire
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Ongoing therapy support
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In-clinic and home-based services
With a commitment to innovation, safety, and ethical care, ALHSS supports an ageing population and rising chronic disease rates with practical, scalable sleep health solutions.
Who Should Apply?
ALHSS is ideal for health professionals, entrepreneurs with clinical partnerships, and business operators aligned with medical service delivery. Franchisees should have a commitment to patient outcomes, comfort with healthcare regulation, and the drive to operate within a clinically structured business model.
Ready to Deliver a Better Night’s Sleep for Australians?
Partner with Air Liquide Healthcare Sleep Solutions and bring expert sleep diagnostic services to your community with the support of a global healthcare brand.
👉 Send us a message to learn more and submit an expression of interest.