Kalstein in China – Meeting Excellence in Microbiological Safety
Our Special China Series comes to a close today. After several weeks of immersion in the country’s most dynamic technological hubs, our team visited this week the Zhejiang province, a region globally recognized for its expertise in biosafety and biological containment.
Episode: At the Heart of Biosafety Technologies and Laminar Flow
Near Shangyu, in an expanding industrial area, our teams met with a leading manufacturer specializing in the design and production of biosafety cabinets and laminar flow hoods – essential equipment for laboratories, hospitals, and research centers.
For over five years, Kalstein has partnered with this key player who plays a strategic role in our catalog, particularly for microbiology, molecular biology, and clinical analysis laboratories. Their internationally recognized expertise helps to strengthen safety and quality standards within scientific infrastructures that use our solutions.
An Immersion in Three State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Buildings
The visit allowed us to deeply explore the organization of this company, spread across several specialized buildings:
Manufacturing Lines
Modern workshops where steel frames, tempered glass panels, ventilation systems, and HEPA/ULPA filtration modules are assembled. Each station showcases remarkable craftsmanship: cutting, welding, painting, mechanical assembly, and electrical control – every step is rigorously standardized.
Assembly and Technical Integration Areas
This is where the final form of the cabinets takes shape: installation of fans, airspeed calibration, integration of UV systems, leakage tests… A precise and methodical process ensuring performance meets the highest international standards.
Packaging and Shipping Areas
In the final building, completed cabinets are carefully packed, secured, and prepared for shipment to our clients worldwide. The logistical rigor reflects great experience in managing international orders.
Commercial Offices
Our teams also exchanged with engineers and commercial managers, who presented new features, customization options, and ongoing improvements to several key models.
Strategic Discussions on Quality and Innovation
The discussions focused on several key topics:
- Development of new models tailored to emerging laboratory needs.
- Quality improvements, particularly on laminar flow performance and sound level optimization.
- Production timelines, with a shared goal to accelerate the production of highly demanded lines.
- Customization options, crucial for specialized laboratories or projects with specific requirements.
- After-sales support, with strengthened pre-shipping test protocols and enhanced technical follow-up.
Several concrete decisions were discussed, including ongoing orders and the planning of new production batches. Complementary projects are also under study to expand our range of containment solutions.
A Notable Moment: The Discussion Around “Kalstein EDM” Solution
A particularly appreciated moment was the discussion around integrating the Kalstein EDM solution to further boost the international visibility of their products, which are already popular among our clients. The prospect of a “Made in France” development sparked great interest and opens promising avenues for the future.
A Key Partner for Our Scientific Strategy
This manufacturer occupies a key position in Kalstein’s strategy. Thanks to its expertise, consistency in quality, and capacity for large-scale production, it directly contributes to the reliability and performance of the solutions we provide to laboratories and hospitals worldwide.
Their role is crucial in our current and future projects, particularly to meet the growing demand for biosafety equipment.
Kalstein’s Word
“This visit once again confirms the strength of our collaboration with major players in the biosafety sector. We share a common vision: ensuring the safety, efficiency, and performance of laboratories worldwide, while developing reliable and accessible technologies.”
What’s Next?
Although this episode marks the official end of our Special China Series, our journey does not stop here.
We have decided to dedicate a bonus episode to a key player in the veterinary field in China. Stay tuned for the continuation of the Special China Series, at the heart of technological excellence.