Inkutec GmbH
As a supplier to national and international medical technology companies Inkutec specializes in the design and manufacture of storage and sterilization containers for instruments and implants. As the leading company in this field we have been producing high-quality containers and trays made from resistant synthetic PPSU, from pure high-grade steel or in a hybrid style since 1994. No matter whether standard containers or special designs according to customers’ demands: Every project is incentive and challenge at the same time to demonstrate anew our competence and efficiency.Every project is incentive and challenge at the same time to demonstrate anew our competence and efficiency.
Company details
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- Business Type:
- Manufacturer
- Industry Type:
- Occupational Health
- Market Focus:
- Internationally (various countries)
- Year Founded:
- 1993
About us
In 1993 the objective of producing innovative products from synthetic material led to the formation of Inkutec in Hamburg-Barsbüttel / Germany. The successful production of canopies for excavators and interior parts for the aircraft industry were soon followed by the focus on medical technology.
In 1994 Inkutec was the first throughout Europe to process the synthetic material polyphenylsulfone (PPSU) for the utilization in connection with sterilization containers for medical equipment.
1993
Formation of the company Inkutec by Klaus Gatermann and partner with the objective of producing innovative products made from synthetic material. The initial products were canopies for excavators and interior parts for the aircraft industry.
1995
Start in the medical-technology field with disinfection troughs for physicians in private practice.
Co-initiator of the first-time fabrication of plates from PPSU material.
1996
First storage containers for endoscopes made from PPSU
1998-2001
Transfer of the production in-house at an increasing rate. Important milestones were the building of an own tool shop and a screen printing department as well as the acquisition of a water jet cutting machine.
2002
After the move to a new location in the same community, enlargement of the production space and considerable expansion of the machine park. Implementation of a 3D-CAD/CAM system.
2003
First international business relationships in Europe and South America.
2004
Splitting of Inkutec into the two business divisions Medicine Technology and Aircraft.
2005
Formation of an own metal construction department.
2007
Acquisition of a new machine tool.
2008
Complete separation of the companies Inkutec GmbH and Inkutec Aircraft.
2011
Triplication of the production capacity in the metal construction department and further expansion of the machine park.
Inkutec wins the Red Dot Design Award 2011.
2012
Inkutec wins the IF 2012 award.
2013
Oliver Zumbeel becomes Managing Director of Inkutec in addition to Klaus Gatermann.
The water-jet-cutting capacity is expanded further.
At the beginning of this year Inkutec becomes certified according to EN ISO 13485:2012 + AC:2012 | ISO 9001:2008.
2014
At the beginning of this year Inkutec becomes certified according to EN ISO 13485:2012 + AC:2012 | ISO 9001:2008. In December 2014 Inkutec had the first succesful inspection by the FDA.
In the synthetic-material processing area the capacity is expanded further by a new CNC milling machine. More precision and speed.
In the metal construction area the machine park is expanded by the acquisition of an additional one of each punch/laser combination machine, bending press and grinding machine thereby guaranteeing failure safety and safeguarding capacity.
2015
Mrs. Judith Gauck will be CEO beside Klaus Gatermann. Furthermore Mrs. Melanie Moll, Mrs. Carolin Schröder and Mr. Stefan Kunze will receive power of attorney.
Data and Facts
In the medical field safety is the highest imperative – and we are wide awake to the great responsibility we carry. In order to guarantee an optimal design for the various products the close collaboration with our customers and the extensive technical consulting we offer them has always been top-ranking
Vision Statement
Inkutec is Europe’s leading and most successful bidder for premium storage and sterilization containers for instruments and implants.
Mission Statement
By closely involving its customers Inkutec develops and manufactures the best possible solution for the storage and sterilization of their implants and instruments. In so doing priority is given to innovation, ergonomics, quality, reliability and efficiency. Production in Germany & Production From One Source is what Inkutec excels in.
Corporate Philosophy
CUSTOMER ORIENTATION
We maintain an open and partner-like dialogue with our customers.
STAFF
Qualified and motivated colleagues who enjoy what they are doing are an important success factor for Inkutec.
COLLABORATION
Confidence, loyalty, transparency, fairness, reliability, deference and respect characterize the relationship of Inkutec towards fellow humans internally as well as externally.
PERFORMANCE PROGRAM OF INKUTEC
Our storage and sterilization containers along with accessories for instruments and implants especially developed for medical technology applications facilitate enormously the daily work in the hospital and medical practice fields and, eventually, add to the patients’ safety. Our products are developed in close consultation with our customers and contribute to their corporate success.
MARKET POSITION
Inkutec is a German company and considers itself as a benchmark.
INNOVATION
As an innovation leader Inkutec sets standards in technology and service which are oriented towards our customers’ demands and the optimal end-customer benefit.
MARKETING
The aspects innovation, individuality, precision, top performance, quality, reliability and efficiency are inseparably associated with the brand Inkutec.
PRODUKTION AND PROCUREMENT
The suppliers of Inkutec are integrated in the value-added chain.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Inkutec abides by its social responsibility. We respect the values and standards established in other countries, the human rights as well as the legal and social orders within the meaning of a Good Citizen.
HANDLING RESOURCES
Whether in the design of our products or in the performance of services and processes we adhere to the principles of environmental sustainability.
GROWTH, FINANCING, SUCCESS
We strengthen our earning power and financial resources by a profitable long-term growth.
COMPANY
The founder and associate identifies himself strongly with the company and the corporate objectives.
Principle
The principle of Inkutec ”Production in Germany & Production From One Source” at the company’s site in Hamburg-Barsbüttel / Germany facilitates the reliable production of standard systems as well as the realization of individual custom designs.
For more than 20 years now the company policy of Inkutec has been geared to controlling manufacturing processes independently and self-responsibly to the fullest extent. Thereby quality and adherence to schedules – and therefore reliability – are safeguarded by a flexible and versatile staff as well as a modern and redundantly designed machine park.
Advantages
At Inkutec quality, innovation, individuality, reliability und efficiency have been ranking foremost for more than 20 years.
We deem individual attendance to our customers very important. Thus, in the scope of the joint projects there will be a designated contact person for you at Inkutec who will attend to you reliably and with comprehensive know-how.
Our service ranges from consulting via design and construction all the way to series production. By this you will be relieved from attending to small issues enabling you to concentrate on your core business.
The service offering of Inkutec will be tailored to your demands and wishes. Design or subcontracting. Complete system or single component. High-grade steel, PPSU or hybrid. Standard or individual.
Inkutec does not regard quality assurance systems as a burden but as an opportunity and obligation. We are certified according to EN ISO 13485:2016 and registered with the FDA.
BY INNOVATIVENESSE
Inkutec offers many years of experience and know-how. Based on this our goal is the constant improvement in function, ergonomics and optics. We specialize in corporate design projects for the increase of the recognition value of your storage systems and the increase of the efficiency in manufacturing as well as in daily handling.
Quality
CERTIFICATIONS
For more than 20 years the name Inkutec has been standing for highest quality – in respect of consulting, design, workmanship as well as creativity and Service.
The management system of Inkutec was audited by DEKRA Certification GmbH and is certified according to EN ISO 13485:2016 since January 25, 2019. Further registration with the FDA is held.