Fritsch : What floorutions for grinding and particle size analysis?

Global benchmark in sample preparation and particle size analysis, Fritsch designs in Germany instruments that turn materials into actionable results: mills, crushers, sieve shakers and laser- or image-based particle analysers. Its PULVERISETTE, ANALYSETTE and LABORETTE ranges meet the demands of R&D, quality control and production laboratories across materials science, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, environment and cement. Day-to-day performance, repeatability and safety, backed by local support in France.

Pioneering since 1920

Founded in 1920 in Idar-Oberstein (Germany), Fritsch has established itself as a pioneer of laboratory milling. Initially focused on size reduction and pre-crushing, the company quickly broadened its expertise into particle size analysis with the ANALYSETTE ranges (sieving, laser diffraction, image analysis). A century of innovation has shaped instruments renowned for their robustness, precision and user-centred ergonomics. Backed by a global network and its French team, Fritsch blends engineering mindset, application testing and on-site support to make every step reliable – from sampling through to analysis – in academic laboratories as well as industry.

Expertise and areas of specialisation

Prepare a reliable sample, measure accurately and document it: that’s the FRITSCH three-pillar approach.
• Sample preparation. The PULVERISETTE mills span the full spectrum, from pre-crushing to fine grinding and even submicron: jaw crushers, disc mills, planetary mills, knife mills, rotor mills, vibratory mills, mortar grinder… Adjustable speeds and tool geometries let you tune the grinding energy to very diverse sample matrices (minerals, cements, polymers, metals, pharmaceuticals, soils).
• Contamination control. To preserve chemical integrity, FRITSCH offers multiple materials for grinding bowls and tools: agate, zirconia (ZrO?), tungsten carbide, stainless steel, silicon nitride… Paired with easy-to-clean chambers and dry or wet protocols, they ensure reproducible results.
• Particle sizing and characterisation. With ANALYSETTE, FRITSCH covers sieving (dry and wet), laser diffraction for precise particle-size distributions, and dynamic image analysis to observe particle shape and size. From millimetre to micron, and down to sub-micron, parameter traceability supports fast decision-making in QC and R&D.
• Sample flow. LABORETTE accessories (vibratory feeders, rotary sample splitters) secure the homogeneity and representativeness of aliquots — a key step before any measurement.
Why FRITSCH? German engineering with a use-case mindset: integrated safety (covers, interlocks), fine adjustments, clear interfaces, and a vast application database to guide your choice. The result: shorter workflows, simplified cleaning and comparable data from site to site — across materials, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, environmental and cement.

Fritsch products distributed by Dutscher

Sieving machine

Fritsch brand FAQs

Where are Fritsch instruments designed and manufactured?
Designed and built in Germany (Idar-Oberstein). In France, Dutscher and the Fritsch team provide advice, application testing, commissioning, and spares/after-sales support.

Which applications do the ranges PULVERISETTE and ANALYSETTE cover?
Sample preparation and particle size analysis for XRF/XRD, materials chemistry, geosciences, cement, pharmaceuticals, and environmental testing – from pre-crushing to the submicron range.

How can contamination during milling be prevented?
By selecting suitable bowl/tool materials (agate, ZrO?, tungsten carbide, stainless steel, silicon nitride) and using dry/wet protocols with simplified cleaning.

Do the instruments support wet grinding or wet sieving?
Yes, several models are compatible with wet operation; accessories, sealed vessels and dedicated kits are available depending on the application and target particle size.

What compliances and safety features are provided?
CE-marked instruments engineered with safety features: protective covers, interlocks and imbalance detection (depending on model). Manuals and compliance documentation supplied.

What is the service and warranty policy?
Manufacturer’s warranty varies by model, with long-term spare parts availability and application support. Dutscher coordinates installation, training and ongoing operational support.