Introduction: Precision Begins with the Right Instrument
The types of surgical instruments chosen for each procedure defines the precision, safety, and success of every operation. At Hermann Meditech, we engineer excellence—crafting high-quality tools such as ratcheted forceps, non-ratcheted forceps, scissors, retractors, and clamps that empower surgeons with unmatched control and reliability.
Each instrument is a result of advanced manufacturing, skilled craftsmanship, and strict quality standards that ensure consistent performance in operating rooms worldwide. When precision matters, the right type of surgical instruments makes all the difference.
1. Ratcheted Forceps (Locking Forceps)
1. Ratcheted Forceps (Locking Forceps)Overview:
Ratcheted forceps provide a secure, locking grip — allowing surgeons to hold tissues or vessels without continuous pressure.
Popular Types:
Allis Tissue Forceps
Allis Tissue Forceps feature interlocking teeth for a firm grip and are used to hold and grasp tough tissues like fascia during surgical procedures, providing precision, control, and reliability.
Kocher-Ochsner Forceps
- Kocher-Ochsner Forceps have interlocking teeth and a ratchet handle, used to grasp tough tissues and control bleeding with precision and reliability.
Babcock Forceps
- Babcock Forceps are jawed instruments with smooth, rounded ends used to hold delicate tissues such as the bowel or ureters gently and atraumatically during surgery
Lane Tissue Forceps
- Lane Tissue Forceps have interlocking teeth that provide a firm grip, allowing surgeons to securely grasp and hold tough tissues such as fascia during surgical procedures.
Littlewoods Forceps
- Littlewood Forceps have blunt-ended teeth used to grasp and hold tough tissues such as fascia securely. They are commonly used to gain entry through the umbilicus during laparoscopic surgeries, providing a firm yet gentle grip for precise tissue handling.
Kelly Hemostats Forceps
- Kelly Hemostats Forceps, available in straight and curved designs, feature serrated jaws and a ratchet lock to securely clamp blood vessels, control bleeding, and handle tissues with precision during surgical procedures.
Spencer Wells Forceps
- Spencer Wells Forceps, available in both straight and curved designs, are used to clamp medium to large blood vessels before ligation, ensuring secure control and preventing bleeding during surgical procedures.
Why Surgeons Prefer Hermann:
Our ratcheted forceps are crafted from German-grade stainless steel (AISI 410/420) and finished with precision-cut serrations, providing unmatched grip consistency and long-term corrosion resistance.
2. Non-Ratcheted Forceps (Locking Forceps)
These non-locking instruments are essential for delicate handling of tissues or materials.
Common Variants:
Micro-Adson Forceps
- Micro Adson Forceps are precision instruments with fine tips used for delicate tissue handling, providing excellent control and accuracy in microsurgical and plastic procedures.
Lanes Forceps
- Lanes Forceps are toothed surgical instruments designed for securely grasping tissues. They are widely used across various surgical specialties but are not suitable for handling delicate tissues like the bowel.
Russian Tissue Forceps
- Russian Tissue Forceps feature broad, serrated circular tips designed for securely grasping thick or heavy tissues. They are commonly used in general and obstetric surgeries for firm, controlled tissue handling
Debakey
- Debakey Forceps are non-toothed surgical instruments designed for gently grasping delicate tissues, such as the bowel, without causing damage. They are widely used in vascular and general surgeries for precise, atraumatic tissue handling.
Hermann Meditech Advantage:
Non-ratcheted forceps are available in micro-serrated, titanium-coated, or Oxi® non-glare finishes — ensuring a gentle yet firm hold, even under high-magnification procedures.
✂️ 3. Surgical Scissors
Scissors are indispensable in every operation, designed for cutting tissue, sutures, or dressings.
Main Types:
Mayo Scissors
- Mayo Scissors are heavy-duty surgical scissors with semi-blunt ends, designed for cutting thick tissues or sutures. Available in straight and curved styles, they provide strength and precision during surgical procedures.
Metzenbaum Scissors
- Metzenbaum Scissors are precision surgical scissors designed for cutting delicate tissues with minimal trauma. Crafted from high-grade stainless steel, they ensure smooth, controlled performance in every surgical procedure.
Littauer Stitch Scissors
- Littauer Stitch Scissors are precision surgical scissors designed for safe and efficient suture removal. Featuring sharp, curved blades with a notch tip, they ensure smooth cutting without harming surrounding tissue — ideal for clinics and surgical procedures.
Operating Scissors
- Operating scissors are available in sharp/sharp, sharp/blunt, and blunt/blunt types, with straight or curved shapes in various sizes. Used for cutting tissues, sutures, and dressings.
Iris Scissors
- Iris Scissors are fine, precision surgical scissors designed for delicate dissection and cutting tasks. Made from premium stainless steel, they feature sharp, narrow tips—ideal for ophthalmic, microsurgical, and aesthetic procedures.
Lister Bandage Scissors
- Lister Bandage Scissors are used for cutting bandages and dressings safely, featuring an angled blade with a blunt tip to protect the patient.
Tungsten Carbide & Super-Cut Scissors – Hermann Meditech
Hermann Meditech manufactures premium Tungsten Carbide (TC) and Super-Cut Scissors engineered for unmatched precision and long-lasting sharpness. Each scissor features razor-edged blades with one micro-serrated edge for controlled cutting and a gold-plated handle for easy identification. Ideal for fine dissection and surgical applications, these scissors ensure smooth, clean cuts and superior performance across repeated sterilizations.
🔪 4. Surgical Scalpels and Blades
Scalpels define surgical accuracy — sharp, sterile, and ergonomically balanced.
Common Blade Sizes:
- #10 Blade – long curved for major incisions
- #11 Blade – pointed for precision punctures
- #15 Blade – small curved for delicate work
- Scalpel Handle # 3
- Scalpel Handle # 4
- Scalpel Handle # 7k
Why Choose Hermann Scalpels:
Each handle and blade is CNC-machined, passivated, and laser-marked for full traceability — ensuring confidence in every incision.
🪡 5. Surgical Retractors
Retractors keep tissues apart for a clear surgical view.
Types of Retractors:
- Handheld Retractors – Langenbeck, Deaver, Richardson,Cobra
- Self-Retaining Retractors – Balfour, Bookwalter, Weitlaner
Cobra Retractor – The Cobra Retractor features a wide, curved blade with a serrated tip, providing excellent exposure in orthopedic and spinal surgeries, especially during hip and joint procedures.
Deaver Retractor – The Deaver Retractor has a thin, flat, curved blade ideal for deep abdominal and thoracic surgeries, offering smooth tissue retraction without trauma.
Langenbeck Retractor – The Langenbeck Retractor is a hand-held retractor with a right-angled blade, commonly used for shallow wound exposure in general and orthopedic surgeries.
Richardson Retractor – The Richardson Retractor features a broad, right-angled blade with a curved handle, providing firm retraction of soft tissues during abdominal and chest procedures.
Beckmann Weitlaner Retractor
The Beckmann Weitlaner Retractor features hinged arms with a self-locking ratchet for steady retraction and curved blades with sharp or blunt prongs (3×4 or 4×5), allowing precise tissue exposure during deep or narrow surgical procedures.
Balfour Retractor
The Balfour Retractor is a self-retaining abdominal retractor with adjustable side and central blades on a locking frame, providing wide and stable exposure during laparotomy and abdominal surgeries. Its design ensures secure tissue retraction, clear visibility, and effortless adjustment throughout the procedure.
Bookwalter Retractor
The Bookwalter Retractor is a table-mounted self-retaining retractor system featuring a circular frame with interchangeable blades, providing stable and adjustable exposure during abdominal and pelvic surgeries for clear visibility and surgical precision.
Best Practice Tips:
- Use gentle placement to prevent tissue trauma. Choose modular retractors for deep cavity access. Inspect and clean post-use to ensure longevity
⚙️ 6. Surgical Clamps
Clamps secure blood vessels, tissues, or drapes.
Types:
- Hemostatic Clamps – for bleeding control
- Towel Clamps – to secure sterile fields
- Organ Clamps – for holding delicate structures
Mosquito Hemostatic Forceps
Mosquito Forceps are precision-crafted hemostatic instruments designed for clamping small blood vessels during delicate surgical procedures. Their fine, tapered jaws ensure controlled grip and minimal tissue trauma, making them essential in general, dental, and microsurgical applications.
Backhaus Towel Clamp
Backhaus Towel Clamp is a self-retaining, ratcheted instrument designed to secure surgical drapes to the patient’s skin during operations. Its sharp, curved tips provide a firm, non-slip grip, ensuring stability and maintaining a sterile surgical field throughout procedures.
Forester (Ballenger) Sponge Holding Forceps
Forester (Ballenger) Sponge Holding Forceps come with either serrated or smooth jaws for versatile use. Serrated jaws ensure a firm, non-slip grip on sponges or tissues, while smooth jaws provide gentle handling ideal for delicate procedures and atraumatic applications. Comes with straight and curved shapes.
All Hermann Meditech clamps feature precise spring tension, anti-slip serrations, and ergonomic handles for fatigue-free grip.
🧬 7. Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Instruments
As global healthcare shifts toward minimally invasive surgery, Hermann leads innovation with ergonomic laparoscopic instruments designed for precision and surgeon comfort.
Examples:
- Laparoscopic graspers, dissectors, scissors, and needle holders
- Modular handles for sterilization efficiency
- Trocar systems with smooth cannula insertion
Surgeon Benefits:
✔ Balanced weight
✔ Anti-slip handles
✔ Fatigue-reducing ring-handle design
🦴 8. Detachable Kerrison & Orthopedic Instruments
Kerrison punches and rongeurs are vital in spine and neurosurgery. Hermann’s Detachable.
Kerrison System allows instant disassembly for sterilization, enhancing OR efficiency and safety.
Other orthopedic tools include bone cutters, curettes, gouges, and elevators — each precisely engineered for smooth, powerful action.
Detachable Kerrison Ronguer
Volkmann Bone Curette
- The Volkmann Bone Curette is designed for precise scraping and removal of bone tissue during orthopedic and surgical procedures. Available in multiple cup sizes with ergonomic handles for accurate control and clean debridement
Bone Elevator
The Bone Elevator is used for lifting and separating periosteum or bone fragments during surgical and orthopedic procedures. Crafted with sharp or blunt tips, it provides precise control and minimal tissue trauma.
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