Bioconcept has become the new buzzword in the world of coolants – a smarter, safer, and more sustainable alternative that works with nature instead of against it. Unlike traditional metalworking fluids that rely on harmful bactericides to suppress microbial growth, Bioconcept embraces a different philosophy: remove the need for bactericides altogether. This makes our coolants far safer for operators, kinder to the environment, and eliminates the costly, time-consuming requirement for routine dipslide testing.

The Origin of a Bactericide-Free Concept

The roots of this innovation can be traced back nearly 70 years. In the mid-1950s, Dr William Hangsterfer challenged conventional thinking in the industry by asking a simple but revolutionary question: what if a coolant could be formulated in a way that bacteria could not thrive in it at all?

His answer was the 500 Series, the world’s first bactericide-free coolant system. Unlike conventional products of the time, which were heavily dosed with chemicals to kill bacteria, Dr Hangsterfer’s 500 Series avoided the problem entirely through careful formulation. This breakthrough gave operators a safer, cleaner, and more stable product that quickly built a reputation for performance and reliability.

Continuous Improvement

Over the following decades, the 500 Series evolved in response to advances in machining, materials, and global safety standards. By constantly refining and improving the chemistry, Hangsterfer’s team ensured that the products not only kept pace with industry change, but often set the benchmark for others to follow.

Today, almost 70 years later, the flagship S500 remains at the heart of the range – a proven and trusted formula that has been enhanced with modern variations to suit different industries, applications, and performance requirements. Each generation has built on the same founding principle: bactericide-free coolants that prioritise operator safety, environmental care, and long-term system stability.

The Bioconcept Promise

Bioconcept represents more than just a brand name. It embodies a legacy of innovation stretching back to the 1950s, combined with a forward-looking commitment to sustainability and operator wellbeing. As machining technology continues to advance, Bioconcept stands for:

• Safety first – eliminating bactericides and reducing risks to operators.

• Environmental responsibility – products that minimise ecological impact.

• Proven reliability – backed by almost seven decades of refinement.

• Innovation with purpose – working with nature rather than fighting against it.

For manufacturers who want coolants that align with modern values of safety, efficiency, and responsibility, Bioconcept is the answer.