Bohlender GmbH is a distinguished German family-owned company that has been a pioneer in the development and manufacture of high-performance labware since 1959. Founded by Hermann Bohlender as a precision turnery in Grünsfeld, the company achieved a major milestone in 1972 by producing its first turned part made of PTFE (familiarly known as Teflon™). Today, Bohlender operates under three powerful specialized brands: BOLA for high-performance fluoroplastic labware, SICCO for desiccators and drying cabinets, and b.safe for professional HPLC safety solutions. With over 60 years of expertise, the company is globally recognized for its mastery of materials like PTFE, PFA, and FEP, ensuring that scientists in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and research sectors have access to tools that offer ultimate chemical resistance and thermal stability.
The Bohlender range at LabFriend features a comprehensive selection of premium laboratory equipment primarily found in our Stirring, Shaking, and Mixing Technology and Vacuum Technology, Drying, and Dry Storage categories. Key highlights include the world-renowned BOLA stirrer shafts and magnetic stirring bars, designed for smooth, contamination-free agitation in aggressive media. The SICCO brand provides high-quality acrylic desiccators and drying cabinets for the safe storage of moisture-sensitive substances. Furthermore, the b.safe line offers sophisticated safety solutions for HPLC, including extraction caps and exhaust filters that protect laboratory staff from hazardous vapors. By choosing Bohlender through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on German-engineered products designed for maximum safety and efficiency.
Why Choose Bohlender for Your Laboratory?
- Masters of Fluoroplastics: Specialized in PTFE, PFA, and FEP, offering products with near-universal chemical resistance and a wide temperature range (-200°C to +250°C).
- Three Specialized Brands: BOLA (fluoroplastic labware), SICCO (drying and storage), and b.safe (HPLC safety) provide tailored solutions for specific laboratory challenges.
- German Engineering & Quality: All products are designed and manufactured at the headquarters in Grünsfeld, Germany, under strict ISO 9001:2015 quality management.
- Customization Expertise: Bohlender offers the unique ability to design and produce custom-made items from high-performance plastics based on individual customer sketches or drawings.
- Enhanced Safety Standards: The b.safe range specifically addresses the risks of solvent evaporation and chemical exposure during HPLC workflows, enhancing workplace health and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What makes BOLA PTFE products better than standard plastic labware?
BOLA products are made from high-performance fluoroplastics like PTFE, which offer superior chemical resistance, are virtually unbreakable, and can withstand extreme temperatures that would melt or degrade standard plastics.
2. Can SICCO desiccators be used with inert gases?
Yes, many SICCO desiccator models are equipped with integrated gas-filling connections and flow meters, making them ideal for storing sensitive substances under a nitrogen or argon atmosphere.
3. Are Bohlender stirrer shafts compatible with standard overhead stirrers?
Absolutely. BOLA stirrer shafts are designed with standard diameters (e.g., 8mm or 10mm) and are compatible with all common laboratory overhead stirrers and ground joint glassware.
4. How do b.safe Exhaust Filters improve lab safety?
b.safe Exhaust Filters contain high-quality activated carbon that adsorbs solvent vapors escaping from waste containers during HPLC analysis, preventing toxic fumes from entering the laboratory air.
