PAUL HARTMANN AG is a pioneering global provider of medical and hygiene products, with a history stretching back to 1818. Headquartered in Heidenheim, Germany, the company was founded by Ludwig von Hartmann and later revolutionized by his son, Paul Hartmann Sr., who collaborated with medical legends like Sir Joseph Lister and Victor von Bruns to develop the first antiseptic wound dressings. Today, the Hartmann Group is a multi-national leader in infection management, wound care, and incontinence therapy. Their mission, "Helps. Cares. Protects," drives their commitment to improving healthcare outcomes through practical, evidence-based solutions. By integrating specialized brands like Bode Chemie (the makers of Sterillium®), PAUL HARTMANN AG has become a cornerstone of clinical and laboratory safety, providing the high-performance disinfection and protection tools necessary to prevent cross-contamination in critical scientific and medical environments.
The Hartmann range at LabFriend features professional occupational safety and security solutions, headlined by their high-grade disinfection baths and surface cleaning systems. These products are essential for maintaining sterile conditions in laboratories and clinics. For personal protection, the brand provides advanced skin protection and hygiene tools, including the world-renowned Sterillium® hand disinfectants and Baktolan® skincare lotions. Their portfolio also encompasses essential general laboratory consumables, such as sterile ES compresses, Peha-soft® nitrile gloves, and specialized single-use surgical instruments. To support environmental safety, Hartmann offers advanced surface disinfectants like Bacillol®, designed for rapid action and material compatibility. By choosing Hartmann through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on German-engineered hygiene technology designed for maximum safety and infection control.
Why Choose Hartmann for Your Laboratory?
- Legacy of Antiseptic Innovation: Building on over 200 years of expertise, Hartmann continues to lead the industry in developing antiseptic and sterile products that set the global standard.
- Comprehensive Infection Control: Offers a complete ecosystem for hygiene, covering everything from hand and skin antisepsis to instrument and surface disinfection.
- Bode Science Center Expertise: Access to industry-leading research into pathogen transmission and hygiene compliance, ensuring products meet the latest scientific requirements.
- Medical-Grade Quality: All consumables, from gauze compresses to nitrile gloves, are manufactured to rigorous clinical standards, ensuring reliability in sensitive lab tasks.
- Material Compatibility: Their disinfection solutions are formulated to be tough on pathogens while remaining gentle on expensive laboratory equipment and surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the benefit of using a Hartmann disinfection bath?
Hartmann disinfection baths are designed with secure lids and internal inserts that allow for the safe, complete immersion of instruments, minimizing the risk of aerosol spread and ensuring thorough decontamination.
2. Is Sterillium® safe for frequent use in the laboratory?
Yes, Sterillium® is formulated with high-quality emollient ingredients that protect the skin's moisture barrier, making it suitable for the frequent hand disinfection required in high-throughput labs.
3. Are Peha-soft® gloves suitable for handling chemicals?
While Peha-soft® nitrile gloves provide excellent protection against biological hazards and some dilute chemicals, always check the specific chemical breakthrough chart for the reagents you are using.
4. What makes ES Compresses different from standard gauze?
Hartmann ES Compresses feature folded-in cut edges, which prevents loose threads from contaminating a wound or an experimental sample, ensuring a cleaner and safer application.
