{"componentType":"manufacturer","data":{"id":170007618,"name":"Hach","description":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.hach.com/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener\u0022\u003EHach\u003C/a\u003E is the global authority in water quality analysis, dedicated to making water analysis better-faster, simpler, greener, and more informative. Founded in 1947 by Clifford and Kathryn Hach in Ames, Iowa, the company transformed from a small family business into an international leader through the development of the first simplified titration method for water hardness. Today, Hach operates as a cornerstone of the Danaher Corporation\u2019s Water Quality platform, providing advanced instrumentation and ready-to-use chemistry to municipal, industrial, and environmental laboratories worldwide. Their mission is focused on \u0022Ensuring water quality for people around the world,\u0022 supporting critical applications from wastewater treatment and drinking water safety to power generation and beverage production. By combining expert technical support with a vast portfolio of digital and benchtop solutions, Hach empowers scientists to protect our most precious resource with absolute confidence.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Hach range at LabFriend features professional \u003Ca href=\u0022/analytical-measurement-and-testing\u0022\u003Eanalytical measurement\u003C/a\u003E solutions, headlined by the industry-standard DR series of spectrophotometers and portable colorimeters. These instruments are designed for precision, featuring pre-programmed methods for over 200 water parameters. For liquid assessment, the brand provides advanced \u003Ca href=\u0022/liquid-handling\u0022\u003Eelectrochemistry\u003C/a\u003E tools, including HQD digital meters and IntelliCAL\u00AE probes for pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen. Their portfolio also encompasses essential \u003Ca href=\u0022/general-laboratory-consumables\u0022\u003Egeneral laboratory aids\u003C/a\u003E, featuring high-purity reagents and TNTplus\u00AE vial tests that simplify complex chemical digestions. To support regulatory compliance, Hach offers specialized \u003Ca href=\u0022/distillation-separation-filtration\u0022\u003Eturbidity and titration\u003C/a\u003E systems that meet EPA and ISO standards. By choosing Hach through LabFriend, you benefit from \u003Cstrong\u003Ecompetitive pricing\u003C/strong\u003E and \u003Cstrong\u003Efast shipping\u003C/strong\u003E on world-class water testing technology engineered for reliability and accuracy.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhy Choose Hach for Your Laboratory?\u003C/h2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIntegrated System Approach\u003C/strong\u003E: Hach provides a seamless ecosystem where the instrument, specialized reagents, and software are designed to work together for error-free results.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERugged Portability\u003C/strong\u003E: Many Hach instruments are designed for \u0022lab-to-field\u0022 use, featuring IP-rated housings that provide benchtop accuracy in challenging environmental conditions.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETNTplus\u00AE Vial Innovation\u003C/strong\u003E: Their unique vial tests utilize 2D barcodes for automatic method recognition, significantly reducing user error and handling time during analysis.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGlobal Regulatory Alignment\u003C/strong\u003E: Hach methods are widely recognized and approved by environmental agencies worldwide, ensuring your data is defensible for compliance reporting.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdvanced Data Management\u003C/strong\u003E: Features like Claros\u2122 mobile sensor management allow for real-time data visualization and instrument health tracking across large facilities.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EFrequently Asked Questions\u003C/h2\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. What is the difference between Hach and Hach Lange?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003EHach Lange was formed by the merger of the American company Hach and the German company Dr. Bruno Lange. Today, they operate under the global Hach brand, combining the best of American and European water testing expertise.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Can I use Hach reagents in other brands of spectrophotometers?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003EWhile Hach reagents are optimized for Hach instruments, many can be used in other spectrophotometers if the wavelength and calibration curve are manually adjusted. However, using Hach instruments ensures the highest accuracy.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. 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