Plastics in OPHARDT Plastics play a crucial role in the design and functionality of OPHARDT’S products, from durable dispensing systems to single-use...
OPHARDT’s Plastics Use and Sustainability Breakthroughs
A green gem in the heart of Issum industrial zone
Nestled in the heart of an industrial zone in the Niederrhein village of Issum, lies a 1,200 m² wild meadow. Until 2020, the space was regularly mown...
PRAESIDIO® Fuel Cell wins Hygiene Innovation award at ISSA
OPHARDT Hygiene has been awarded the Hygiene Solution Innovation of the Year at the prestigious ISSA North America trade show for its groundbreaking...
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Following an independent, third-party analysis, three of our pump + bottle solutions have received a “Made for Recycling” seal of approval. Boosting recycling rates, along with reduced landfilling, are key components in the successful transition to...
The pump designed for the highest hygiene standards and flexibility has received the “Made for Recycling” seal of approval by Interseroh The DHP disposable pumps stand for manufacturer independence, the highest standard of hygiene, and...
This year, we published our third annual sustainability report, focusing on our company’s social and environmental impact within the 2018 calendar year. Within the report, you can find out more about our company – who we are and what drives...
Doing our part to conserve biodiversity At OPHARDT Hygiene, we are working to become better environmental stewards and are taking a keen eye toward biodiversity. At our Issum location in the Niederrhein of Germany this year, we’ve made the decision...
When we reflect on many of the modern conveniences that much of the world enjoys, it is very likely that in one way or another, plastic is involved. Plastics are inexpensive, light-weight, and have a variety of applications, from bicycle helmets, to...
Will a ban on single use plastic and mini shampoo bottles make the hospitality industry more environmentally sustainable?
World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment. Since it began in 1974, the event has grown to become a global platform for public outreach that is widely celebrated in over...
Canadian plant adds solar power to manufacturing facility At OPHARDT hygiene, we are committed to being good environmental stewards and responsibly managing the environmental impact of our operations. As part of our ongoing efforts to expand our...
In recent years, foam soaps have dramatically risen in popularity in North America and are now gaining traction in the European market. So what’s behind this trend? There are several advantages that foam soap holds over traditional liquid soap for...
In 2016, Heiner Ophardt called together a group of OPHARDT hygiene employees to found RESPONSIBILITY e.V.. It is a registered charitable organization, with the goal of providing life-saving medical tools and hygiene equipment to communities around...