Core Competence: Manufacturing – Precise Production of Surgical Instruments at ERCHINGER AG in Tuttlingen

Our manufacturing

As an experienced manufacturer, supplier, and contract manufacturer for high-quality surgical instruments, manufacturing is one of the core strengths of ERCHINGER AG in Tuttlingen – one of the world’s leading hubs for medical technology. Our modern infrastructure, comprehensive technical equipment, and many years of expertise enable us to manufacture surgical instruments with the highest precision, efficiency, and reproducibility – from prototype to series production.

State-of-the-Art Manufacturing – Made in Tuttlingen

We possess all the manufacturing technologies necessary to meet the high demands of the medical technology industry. Our modern machinery is state-of-the-art and partially automated – ensuring consistently high quality, efficiency, and flexibility.

Our technical manufacturing portfolio includes:

  • 3 modern 5-axis milling machines, some with automated robotic support
  • 1 high-precision 4-axis milling machine
  • 4 Swiss-type lathes for complex rotationally symmetrical components
  • 2 short-turning lathes for precise small and serial parts
  • Automated ultrasonic cleaning and passivation system for the highest cleanliness standards
  • Fully equipped inspection and measuring room for quality assurance at every stage of the process

High Vertical Integration for Maximum Flexibility

Thanks to our high level of vertical integration, we can carry out nearly every step in the production of surgical instruments in-house – from raw parts to fully assembled end products. This enables us to respond quickly and flexibly to customer requirements, implement changes in real time, and ensure short delivery times.

Whether small batch or large-scale production – our manufacturing is designed for maximum adaptability and efficiency. The result: surgical instruments with consistently high quality and functionality.

Fully Integrated Processes – From Development to Assembly

As a partner for the contract manufacturing of surgical instruments, we cover the entire production process: from development and technical optimization to manufacturing and final assembly. Our engineers and manufacturing experts work in close coordination to ensure maximum precision, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery.

Our integrated approach guarantees:

  • Fast transition from prototype to series production
  • Minimal interface losses
  • Optimal coordination between design and manufacturing
  • Manufacturing processes with standardized documentation

Highest Quality – With System and Responsibility

In the field of medical technology, uncompromising quality is essential. That’s why at ERCHINGER AG we rely on validated processes, regular requalification, and complete traceability. Every step of production is documented, controlled, and verified via the Device History Record (DHR) when needed.

Our manufacturing processes are certified according to EN ISO 13485:2021 – the international standard for quality management systems in medical technology. This ensures we meet all regulatory requirements for contract manufacturing and guarantee the safety and effectiveness of each instrument.

 

Manufacturing Excellence from Tuttlingen – Your Competitive Advantage

As a company located in the heart of Germany’s medical technology region, our customers benefit from short communication paths, a high degree of innovation, and strong industry networking. We are the right partner for companies in the fields of:

  • Open surgery
  • Spinal surgery
  • Proctology
  • Orthopedics
  • General medical technology

 

Why ERCHINGER AG Is the Right Partner for Your Manufacturing Needs:

  • Decades of experience as a manufacturer and contract producer
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing technology with automation
  • High vertical integration and fast response times
  • Validated quality assurance in compliance with EN ISO 13485
  • Fast implementation from prototype to series production
  • Tightly integrated processes from development to assembly

Start Your Manufacturing Project with ERCHINGER AG

Are you looking for a reliable partner for the production of surgical instruments? ERCHINGER AG in Tuttlingen offers combined expertise in manufacturing, development, optimization, and assembly of medical products – regulatory-compliant, efficient, and at the highest technical level.

👉 Contact us now for a personal consultation or a customized quote.

Our vertical range of manufacture

  • Multiaxial long and short turning
  • 5-axis milling centers partly with automation
  • Surface grinders
  • Rotary swaging machine
  • Deep drawing with 200 ton press
  • Joining processes such as TIG welding, semi-automated laser welding or bonding techniques
  • Glass bead blasting
  • Laser marking systems suitable for UDI code
  • Surface finishing by grinding; Brushing, scotching, mirror polishing
  • Validated final cleaning

Outsourced Processes

  • Deep hole drilling
  • Erode
  • Tumbling
  • Profile grinding
  • Heat treatment
  • Electropolishing
  • 3D printing metal or plastic
  • Various coatings (TiAlN; AlCrN; anodizing; gold plating)

RAPID PROTOTYPING

Innovative technologies such as additive manufacturing with selective laser melting (SLM) give us the opportunity to quickly provide our customers with functional prototypes.

WE STAND FOR

Quality

 All processes are validated according to EN ISO 13485:2016 and are regularly revalidated.

Certification

We are FDA registered as a contract manufacturer (#9611827) and EN ISO 13485:2016 certified.

TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION

Use of Device History Record DHR (manufacturing records) and Device Master Record DMR