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Benchmark Factory - Comparison with the Best

The manufacture of artificial joints requires maximum precision and expertise. The Benchmark Factory, one of the most modern implant manufacturing facilities in Europe, unites both these elements.

Its name clearly illustrates its objective: "Benchmark" - comparison with the best.
Outstanding medical and technological knowledge combine to create highest-quality products on a daily basis. State-of-the-art technology, reduced cycle times, and constantly refined production processes enable to supply world markets at competitive prices.

Products manufactured in the Benchmark Factory include:

  • Hip endoprostheses
  • Knee endoprostheses
  • Intramedullary nails
  • Implantation instruments
Key figures
Opened: July 2001
Investment volume: EUR 30 Millions
Staff: > 300
Total area: 13,000 qm
Number of products: approx. 4,800
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Benchmark Factory - Investment in Growth
In expanding the present manufacturing facility, B. Braun Aesculap is making clear its commitment to onward development and promotion of the Tuttlingen location.

Over the next 5-8 years, manufacturing capacity will be increased by 10-30% according to the particular product group. This is made possible in part through improvements in existing manufacturing procedures and material flow, universal networking of all processes and further development of manufacturing technology.

Key figures
Investment volume: > EUR 7 Millions
Additional area: 4,400 qm
Staff - in 2007: 304
Staff - planned for 2010:  > 380
Construction began: April 2007
Construction period: 18 Months
Opening: November 2008