Aspen Surgical Products, widely known as Aspen Surgical, a leading provider of perioperative surgical solutions, has announced the acquisition of Ruhof Healthcare, a well-established innovator in enzymatic detergents, instrument reprocessing, and cleaning verification technologies. The move marks a significant step in Aspen Surgical’s strategy to broaden its footprint in infection prevention and procedural support across critical care environments.
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The acquisition strengthens Aspen Surgical’s presence across Operating Rooms, Sterile Processing Departments, and Endoscopy units by combining complementary expertise from both organizations. Together, the two companies share a long-standing commitment to improving patient safety, maintaining high product standards, and supporting consistent clinical outcomes for healthcare providers worldwide.
Ruhof Healthcare, founded in 1976 and based in Mineola, New York, has built a strong reputation for its decontamination and reprocessing solutions. Its portfolio includes Endozime enzymatic detergents, the ScopeValet range of single-use accessories, and the CleanRead system for ATP-based contamination monitoring. The company reports annual revenues of approximately fifty million dollars and serves healthcare facilities throughout the United States and more than thirty international markets through an established global distribution network.
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Commenting on the acquisition, Jørgen B. Hansen, Chief Executive Officer of Aspen Surgical, said that bringing Ruhof into the organization enhances Aspen Surgical’s ability to support areas where surgical instruments, endoscopes, and reusable medical devices are cleaned and prepared for patient use. He noted that Ruhof’s deep expertise in enzymatic cleaning solutions and verification technologies aligns closely with Aspen Surgical’s focus on delivering dependable, high-quality products to healthcare teams.
With the addition of Ruhof, Aspen Surgical expands into essential categories that play a key role in infection prevention and operational efficiency. The combined offerings now span advanced enzymatic detergents, both automated and manual reprocessing solutions, digital tools for cleaning verification, single-use endoscopy products, and comprehensive instrument maintenance and refurbishment systems.
Ruhof’s solutions further enhance Aspen Surgical’s SPD360 Performance Solutions platform and complement its existing portfolio of recognized brands such as Symmetry, Bookwalter, and Precept. This broader range enables Aspen Surgical to better support hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers across the full lifecycle of instrument care, from initial preparation through sterilization and point-of-care use.
The acquisition also expands Aspen Surgical’s manufacturing capabilities and innovation resources, reinforcing its presence in North America while accelerating growth in international regions such as Latin America and Europe. All Ruhof brands, products, and operations are included in the transaction. Integration efforts are already underway, and Aspen Surgical has indicated that customers, partners, and employees can expect business continuity with no immediate disruptions.
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