Dr. Helmut Scherer
Chief technology officer, CEO Erbe Vision
“At Erbe, we develop products that not only deliver performance and patient safety, but also continuously reduce resource consumption and improve end-of-life disposal. Sustainability is integral to product development, not an afterthought.”
Our products are at the heart of our responsibility
Our products bring together our thoughts on principles, people, and the environment. They are at the heart of everything we do and reflect Erbe’s values: patient safety, integrity, and sustainability.. Each product represents the combination of clinical excellence and environmental responsibility, enabling precise procedures with lasting effects.
Quality, safety, and regulation
Our products are subject to certified quality and risk management in accordance with ISO 13485 and EN ISO 14971. This enables us to meet the requirements of the EU MDR and ensure the highest standards of safety, performance, and compliance.
Sustainable development
Erbe takes ecological criteria into account in all phases of development. In pilot projects, we analyze processes, test CO₂ tools, and define environmental standards. From resource-saving materials to efficient energy use, sustainability is considered early in the development process. Suppliers are involved in the processes at an early stage.
Durability & Service
Erbe devices are designed for a long service life - many remain in use for over 20 years. Reprocessable instruments save resources. Maintenance, repair, and on-site service extend service life and reduce downtime. The Erbe Academy trains specialists in the safe and efficient use of the systems.
VIO 3n – the most energy-efficient electrosurgical unit in its performance class.
With reduced power consumption in standby and active mode, the VIO® 3n lowers power requirements during use, thereby supporting resource-efficient work in the operating room.
Cart packaging
Foam-free packaging: stable, recyclable, lighter
Our new solution replaces plastic foam with cardboard. The result: 20% less material, 99% less plastic, up to 50% fewer CO₂ emissions*. The packaging provides secure protection, is stable, and is recyclable. Less weight reduces transport emissions – for sustainable product protection without compromise.
* Based on three independent estimates (VDI calculation tool, AI data sets, EPDs)