Kalstein in China – A Strategic Partnership in the Field of Fume Hoods

As part of our special series dedicated to our partnerships in China, we continue to explore the strategic collaborations that strengthen Kalstein. After highlighting leading manufacturers, we invite you today to discover a key player in the laboratory equipment field, particularly specialized in fume hoods.

Episode 4: A Long-Term Partnership in the Field of Fume Hoods

For over 5 years, Kalstein has been collaborating with an innovative and dynamic company that designs and customizes its own equipment to meet the specific needs of its clients. Founded in 2013, this company quickly evolved to become a leader in designing and manufacturing fume hoods tailored to the pharmaceutical, chemical, medical, and educational sectors.
Their products are not only patented in terms of design and technology, but the company also excels in manufacturing custom experimental equipment. With scientific quality management and cutting-edge technology, the company guarantees innovative, stylish, and high-quality products.

An Immersion in the Manufacturing Process

During our visit, our teams had the opportunity to discover several key aspects of their production and quality control processes:

• The production line: an automated, rigorous manufacturing system that ensures consistent quality and optimized production timelines.
• The storage: efficient inventory management, facilitating logistics and ensuring rapid delivery.
• Quality control: rigorous testing at each stage of production to ensure compliance with international standards.
• The commercial office: a central hub for coordinating future orders and developing customized solutions for international clients.

Productive Exchanges with the Company Team

This visit was also an opportunity for fruitful exchanges with the technical team and commercial management. Several topics were discussed during our meeting:

• New products: the company is currently working on a new range of veterinary products to meet specific market needs.
• Customization of products: a key point to better meet the requirements of each client, particularly through custom-made products.
• Continuous improvement: discussions around improving equipment quality and product reliability.
• Ongoing issues and after-sales feedback: the company showed great interest in the optimization solutions proposed by Kalstein, especially regarding after-sales service and return management.

Ongoing Projects and Future Collaborations

During this visit, key decisions were made regarding upcoming projects:

• Ongoing orders: several orders have already been approved for fume hoods intended for specialized laboratories.
• Future projects: particular interest was given to Kalstein’s proposed optimization solutions, such as customizing certain models and manufacturing products in France to obtain the “Made in France” label.

Kalstein’s Proposed Solutions

Kalstein continues to play a key role in developing solutions for this company:

• Product optimization: offering tailor-made solutions adapted to clients’ specific needs.
• Continuous improvement: to enhance equipment competitiveness and reliability.
• Customization of machines: to meet specific requirements for international markets.
  These proposals were received with enthusiasm, and concrete projects are already underway for their implementation.

Kalstein’s Statement

“This partnership is a great example of our commitment to supporting innovation and providing high-quality products. By working closely with this company, we are strengthening our presence in the specialized laboratory equipment market.”

Cultural Exchange and Anecdote

During this visit, a convivial moment marked the day: a lunch with the team, where we exchanged on both cultural and professional topics. It was a great opportunity to learn about their local culinary habits while sharing our perspectives on the future of the industry.

Photos and Shared Moments

We captured images during the visit, including demonstrations of their equipment in operation and exchanges with the production team. These photos illustrate the intensity of our collaboration and the steps we have taken together.

What’s Next?

This fourth episode marks an important milestone in our partnership. Next week, we will introduce another strategic player of Kalstein in China. Stay tuned for more exciting revelations!