BRAND GMBH + CO KG is a premier German manufacturer of high-quality laboratory equipment, globally recognized for its pioneering work in liquid handling and volumetric measurement. Founded in 1949 in Wertheim, Germany, the company has spent over 70 years establishing itself as a benchmark for accuracy and reliability in the scientific community. BRAND is particularly famous for its BLAUBRAND® line of volumetric instruments and its revolutionary Dispensette® bottle-top dispensers. With state-of-the-art production facilities, including one of the world's largest cleanroom environments for laboratory plasticware, the brand ensures that every product—from a single-channel pipette to a complex volumetric flask—meets the highest international quality standards. Their commitment to "Quality makes your work easier" is reflected in their ergonomic designs and precise engineering, which support researchers in pharmaceuticals, clinical chemistry, and industrial laboratories worldwide.
The BRAND range at LabFriend features an extensive selection of precision instruments primarily found in our Liquid Handling and Glassware categories. Their portfolio is anchored by a comprehensive collection of glassware, including beakers, Erlenmeyer flasks, graduated cylinders, and volumetric flasks. For high-accuracy titration and dosing, the brand provides world-class burettes and bottle-top dispensers. Their liquid handling solutions also include ergonomic Transferpette® S pipettes and automated pipetting robots. Furthermore, BRAND offers specialized life science consumables such as PCR plates, microcentrifuge test tubes, and cuvettes, alongside general lab tools like funnels and magnetic stirring bars. By choosing BRAND through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on essential laboratory infrastructure designed for long-term precision.
Why Choose BRAND for Your Laboratory?
- Unsurpassed Volumetric Accuracy: BLAUBRAND® volumetric instruments are individually adjusted and undergo rigorous testing to ensure they meet or exceed Class A standards.
- Ergonomic Liquid Handling: Their pipettes and dispensers are designed to minimize repetitive strain while maintaining maximum accuracy and reproducibility.
- High-Quality Material Selection: Uses premium borosilicate glass 3.3 and high-purity plastics like PFA and PP to ensure chemical resistance and sample integrity.
- Cleanroom-Certified Consumables: Life science products are manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure they are free from DNase, RNase, and human DNA.
- Global Standard for Dispensing: The Dispensette® series remains the world leader in bottle-top dispensing, offering specialized models for almost all acids, bases, and solvents.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the benefit of BLAUBRAND® glassware?
BLAUBRAND® represents the highest quality of volumetric glassware. Each piece is individually calibrated and marked with a batch number, with certificates available to verify its precision and compliance with ISO standards.
2. Can BRAND pipettes and dispensers be autoclaved?
Yes, many BRAND instruments, including the Transferpette® S and the Dispensette® S, are designed to be fully autoclavable at 121°C for effective sterilization in microbiology and life science applications.
3. Are BRAND volumetric flasks available in plastic?
Yes, BRAND offers volumetric flasks made from high-transparency plastics like PFA or PMP, which are ideal for trace analysis or when working with hydrofluoric acid that would etch glass.
4. How does the Dispensette® S ensure chemical compatibility?
The Dispensette® S is available in different versions, such as "Organic" for solvents or "Analog" for general reagents, utilizing materials like tantalum, platinum-iridium, and ceramic to withstand aggressive chemicals.
