Sartorius : What equipment for weighing, ultrapure water, filtration and pipetting?

A leading player in life sciences, Sartorius equips academic, industrial and quality control laboratories with solutions trusted for their reliability. From high-precision analytical weighing to ultrapure water systems, via filtration and pipettes, the brand has become a benchmark. It combines ergonomics, traceability and compliance to support R&D, QC and production across pharma, food & beverage, environmental testing and cosmetics.

Pioneering since 1870

Founded in 1870 in Göttingen, Germany, Sartorius began by manufacturing analytical balances whose reliability was exceptional for the time. Over the decades, the company broadened its expertise into filtration and laboratory solutions, and later into bioprocess technologies. Its journey has been defined by steady growth, the integration of pivotal innovations, and a German engineering ethos with quality at its core. Today, with headquarters in Göttingen and a major bioprocess hub in Aubagne (France), Sartorius operates a global network serving laboratories and industry. Its purpose remains unchanged: to make science safer, simpler and faster — with sustainable products and dependable services.

Expertise and Areas of Specialisation

In the laboratory, Sartorius is synonymous with measurement and purity.
• Weighing and metrology: analytical and precision balances Cubis II, Quintix, Secura, Practum, micro- and ultramicrobalances. Stability, repeatability and compliance features (audit trail, user management) deliver defensible results in QC and R&D.
• Liquid handling: mechanical and electronic pipettes Picus/Tacta, Proline, with advanced ergonomics to reduce fatigue, and tips optimised for volumetric accuracy. In line with good practice, they safeguard sensitive protocols.
• Filtration and microbiology: Minisart syringe filters (PTFE, PVDF, CA…) for aqueous or solvent-based samples, Microsart units for microbiological testing, and MD8 air sampling for environmental monitoring. Traceability and consistent performance for pharma, food & beverage and environment.
• Lab water: Arium systems (Type 1/2/3) deliver reproducible water for HPLC, cell culture or sensitive analyses. Maintenance-focused design, smart sensors, controlled operating costs.
• Sterility testing: the closed Sterisart system enables sterility testing of pharmaceutical products.

Why Sartorius is recognised: exemplary reliability, meticulous attention to ergonomics, and the integration of compliance features that make audits easier. Materials and performance align with international regulatory expectations, while European production sites ensure consistent quality. Underpinning it all, a policy of sustainability aimed at reducing environmental footprint (eco-design, energy optimisation, life-cycle extension) — because good data are also responsible data.

Sartorius products available from Dutscher

Frequently asked questions about the Sartorius brand

Where are Sartorius products designed and manufactured?
Design and many manufacturing sites are based in Europe, with headquarters in Göttingen (DE) and a bioprocess hub in Aubagne (FR).

What warranty applies to balances, pipettes and Arium systems?
The warranty varies by product and country. Dutscher will advise you and can offer extended cover and services tailored to your use.

Are Minisart filters suitable for all solvents?
Select the membrane to suit the application (PTFE, PVDF, CA, etc.). Our teams will help ensure chemical compatibility and performance.

How do you ensure the metrological compliance of balances?
Cubis II models include built-in adjustment functions. Dutscher organises calibration and verification via accredited service providers.

Do Sartorius pipettes comply with ISO 8655?
Yes. With regular maintenance and calibration, they deliver precision and trueness to ISO 8655, in routine work and in QC.