Heraeus Kulzer earns NADL supplier of the year award

Heraeus Kulzer has earned a prestigious accolade from an industry organisation in recognition of its achievements in dental laboratory technology, product innovation and community involvement.

The company has been named supplier of the year by the US-based National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL), thanks to the quality of the services and products it provides, as well as the support it provides for labs and their employees.

Heraeus' product line includes numerous industry mainstays such as its Mondial i denture teeth, Nanopearl materials and market-leading Modern Materials line of dental gypsum.

The firm is also committed to supporting dental laboratory technology education, sponsoring a scholarship programme alongside Henry Schein Cares and offering free webinars for professionals in training.

Lesley Melvin, product manager for Heraeus' laboratory division, said: "Dental laboratories play a vital role in our industry and supporting their efforts with the best possible materials, educational offerings and other services is one of our highest corporate priorities."

Heraeus has been in business for more than 160 years and holds almost 6,000 patents, with further innovations constantly being researched at its 25 global development centres.