Hach offers a broad line of instrumentation and chemistries that have been carefully crafted for more than 80 years to make water analysis better – faster, simpler, greener and more informative. They manufacture laboratory and process equipment such as photometers, turbidimeters, conductometers, pH meters and online analyzers.
HACH laboratory equipment enables precise and reliable water analysis under controlled laboratory conditions. It is designed for municipal utilities, industrial laboratories, and accredited institutions that require high accuracy and compliance with standardized methods.
Spectrophotometers and Colorimeters
DR series spectrophotometers (e.g., DR3900, DR6000) enable the analysis of a wide range of parameters using ready-to-use reagent tests (LCK series). Portable devices such as the DR300 allow convenient field measurements.
Reagent Systems and Test Kits
HACH LCK test kits provide simple and rapid analysis of parameters such as COD, ammonium, nitrates, nitrites, phosphates, metals, and other specific parameters. Standardized procedures reduce the possibility of operator error.
Additional Laboratory Equipment
The equipment is engineered for long-term reliability and easy maintenance.
Benefits for Laboratories
Commercial Value for the Customer
By combining laboratory and process equipment, it is possible to establish a complete water quality control system – from continuous online monitoring to laboratory verification of results. This increases data reliability and optimizes process management.
Process (Online) Analytical Equipment
HACH process analytical equipment provides a reliable solution for continuous water quality monitoring in municipal and industrial facilities. Thanks to advanced digital sensors and modular controllers, it enables stable 24/7 system operation with minimal maintenance costs.
Online Analyzers and Controllers
HACH offers a wide range of online analyzers for measuring key parameters such as pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, ammonium, nitrates, phosphates, turbidity, chlorine, and TOC. Controllers such as SC4500 and SC1000 allow integration of multiple sensors into a single system with connectivity to SCADA platforms.
Specific Models (Examples)
These models can be adapted to different types of facilities and measurement ranges.
Benefits for Users
Applications
Process equipment is used in drinking water treatment plants, wastewater treatment facilities, various industries (food & beverage, chemical, energy), and internal water quality control systems.
History of HACH
HACH was founded in 1947 in the United States by Clifford and Kathryn Hach, with a clear vision – to simplify water analysis and make it accessible to a broader range of users. The first products were simple water quality test kits that enabled fast and reliable analysis without the need for complex laboratory equipment.
Over the following decades, HACH became synonymous with innovation in water analytics. The development of spectrophotometric methods, ready-to-use reagent systems, and later digital process sensors enabled the standardization of measurements in municipal and industrial facilities worldwide.
Today, HACH is part of the global Danaher Corporation and operates in more than 100 countries. The brand is recognized for reliability, long-term quality, technical support, and compliance with international standards (ISO, EPA, DIN, EN). HACH continuously invests in the development of digital solutions, automation, and the integration of analytical systems into modern SCADA and industrial control platforms.
With more than 75 years of experience in water analysis, HACH represents one of the most reliable partners for municipal utilities, industry, laboratories, and institutions requiring precise and long-term stable measurement results.
| Product (Instrument) | Key Technical Specifications | Application / Notes |
| Hach DR3900 Laboratory VIS Spectrophotometer | Wavelength range: ~320–1100 nm; >220 pre-programmed methods; RFID & TNTplus support; USB data transfer. | Laboratory water quality analysis; precise colorimetric and spectrophotometric measurements. |
| Hach DR6000 UV/VIS Spectrophotometer | UV and VIS wavelength range; >250 programmed methods; RFID & TNTplus compatibility; advanced QA documentation software. | Advanced laboratory analysis including COD, nitrite, ammonia, and other water parameters. |
| Hach DR300 Pocket Colorimeter | Portable colorimeter; simple user interface; up to ~20 field tests; USB data transfer. | Rapid field and laboratory colorimetric water testing. |
| Hach DR900 Portable Colorimeter | Portable colorimeter with ~90 available methods; USB connectivity. | Field analysis of multiple water quality parameters. |
| Hach 2100Q Portable Turbidimeter | Measurement range: 0–1000 NTU; EPA Method 180.1 compliant; RapidCal calibration; 500 data-point memory; optional USB & power module. | Accurate turbidity measurement for field and laboratory applications. |
| Hach QBD1200+ Laboratory TOC Analyzer | TOC range: ~0–100 ppm; digital NDIR detector; 10.4″ touchscreen display; automatic calibration; compact bench-top design. | Total Organic Carbon analysis for pharmaceutical, ultrapure, and industrial water applications. |
| Hach SL250 Portable Parallel Analyzer | Multi-parameter analyzer; Chemkey technology; simultaneous measurement capability. | Field testing of multiple parameters with simplified workflow. |
| Hach SL1000 Portable Parallel Analyzer | Measures up to 6 parameters simultaneously; advanced Parallel Parameter Analysis (PPA) technology. | High-efficiency multi-parameter field water testing. |