THERMOtec® is the leading premium thermoflexible material for earmolds. At the same time, DETAX GmbH has signed a distribution agreement granting exclusive distribution rights for THERMOtec® with HÖRLUCHS Hearing GmbH & Co. KG (“HÖRLUCHS”), the renowned manufacturer of custom-made earmolds, hearing protection, and professional in-ear devices. Both agreements will take effect on April 1, 2024.
Claus-Peter Bartels, owner of the THERMOtec® brand and managing director of HEBA, says: “After many years of successful collaboration, I am pleased to entrust THERMOtec® to our partner DETAX. I am confident that DETAX, in cooperation with HÖRLUCHS, will continue to ensure excellent service for our customers and drive the international expansion of our premium product.”
Thorsten Preiss, Managing Director of the DETAX Group, explains: “THERMOtec® is an ideal addition to our portfolio, as we already manufacture the material today according to the original HEBA formula. We are also pleased to have HÖRLUCHS as a competent and ambitious sales partner at our side, one that is thoroughly familiar with the processing of the material and the requirements of laboratories.”
Thomas Meyer, CEO and owner of HÖRLUCHS, emphasizes: “As the largest buyer and processor of THERMOtec®, we are in an ideal position to further drive the growth of this product line. In doing so, we will collaborate closely with the testing laboratories to find the best solution for the end customer in each specific situation.”
About DETAX
DETAX is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of dental and otoplastic consumables. As a medium-sized company, DETAX develops, produces and markets biocompatible silicones, light-curing resins and 3D high-performance polymers for medical applications. The focus is on the complex material requirements of dentists, dental laboratories, hearing aid manufacturers, acousticians and earmold laboratories. DETAX products are exported to over 100 countries around the world. The excellent QM system meets international certification standards and country-specific requirements. Since 2020, DETAX has been one of the first manufacturers to be certified in accordance with the new European Medical Device Regulation (MDR).
DETAX GmbH – www.detax.com
About HEBA
HEBA was founded in 1962 as one of the first earmold laboratories in Germany. HEBA was significantly involved in the development of earmolds through years of training acousticians and through lectures at congresses and technical schools. HEBA was also involved in the planning and establishment of the first world-renowned specialist academy in Lübeck. Many new material developments have been registered as utility models and patents, such as the internationally renowned and highly successful earmold plastic THERMOtec®. HEBA is certified according to EN ISO 13485:2016 and EC Directive 93/42 EEC.
HEBA Otoplastik Labortechnik u. Einrichtungs GmbH & Co. KG – www.heba.de
About HÖRLUCHS
HÖRLUCHS is THE expert in Germany when it comes to custom-made earmolds, hearing protection and professional in-ears. HÖRLUCHS is at home in the region as well as throughout Germany and internationally. The independent and owner-managed family business from Hersbruck with over 190 employees successfully focuses on passion, innovation and sustainability in three divisions. HÖRLUCHS focuses on the needs of its customers. HÖRLUCHS does not supply off-the-shelf solutions, but focuses on special solutions. Whether earmolds, hearing protection or in-ears – everything that bears the HÖRLUCHS logo guarantees quality, comfort and safety. Made in Germany.
HÖRLUCHS Hearing GmbH & Co. KG – www.hoerluchs.com
