November 2024

Don’t Risk Downtime

Replace Your Wash 9 Hoses Annually

To maintain top washing performance, the hoses in the detergent and neutralizing pumps should be replaced yearly. Over time, these hoses can wear, become brittle, and clog with residue, resulting in reduced cleaning effectiveness.

W9.10 Hose for detergent pump
W9.10 Hose for detergent pump
W9.03 Hose for neutralizing pump

Timely replacement ensures your machines continue running efficiently and delivering the best results. Check out the datasheets of the W9.03 neutralizing pump hose and the W9.10 detergent pump hose for more info.

Meet the Team

Lukas van der Molen || R&D Engineer

Each newsletter, get to know one of our Harstra employees!

Lukas van der Molen || R&D Engineer || Harstra

Hi, I’m Lukas. Since Harstra’s acquisition by Groku in October 2023, I’ve been fully focused on product innovation.

Before that, I joined Groku in 2022 during my mechanical engineering studies. I started with an internship, followed by a part-time role, and continued growing within the company.

What excites me most is seeing our innovations come to life. One project I’m proud of is upgrading our M45 drying cabinet to stainless steel, making it more durable and sustainable.

Right now, I’m preparing our products for the North American market, inspired by the amazing feedback we received at the FDIC show in Indianapolis.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our 1-year-old daughter. We enjoy taking day trips together, especially seeing her experience things for the first time. When I’m at home, you’ll often find me playing piano, working with my 3D printer, or trying new recipes in the kitchen.”

Featured Product: The Wash 9 Professional Washing Machine

The Wash9 is Harstra’s compact, durable solution for cleaning and disinfecting breathing masks. Made from stainless steel (type 304), it’s built for high use in limited spaces.

Using just 9 liters per cycle, the Wash9 offers three wash cycles—5, 10, or 21 minutes—ensuring thorough cleaning with minimal resources. Its cleaning process includes a phosphate- and chlorine-free alkaline cleanser and citric acid-based neutralizer for safe disinfection.

User-friendly features include push-button controls, an LED temperature display, and safety elements like a door switch and temperature control. Each machine includes an A03 stainless steel wire basket compatible with Harstra’s drying cabinets.

Additional options:

  • Stainless steel support frames (A13, A14)
  • Fine mesh baskets for organized mask placement (A56, A910)

Optimized Packaging: Lighter, Faster, Greener

Since the acquisition by Groku, Harstra has been focused on rethinking and improving every aspect of the business. Even smaller changes, like optimizing packaging, are part of our drive to innovate, reduce waste, and deliver more value to our customers.

Here’s how we’ve raised the bar:

  • Lighter, sustainable packaging: By switching to recyclable materials like cardboard, foam, and stretch film, we’ve cut packaging weight by up to 40kg for some models, reducing waste and transport emissions.
  • Faster delivery: Machines like the M18, M45, and Wash9 are now pre-packed and stored, so they’re ready to ship quickly when ordered.
  • Easier handling: The new design eliminates the need for heavy MDF packaging, making unpacking simpler and disposal more environmentally friendly.


While some older stock still uses the previous packaging, up to 75% of our products already benefit from these enhancements.

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