Struggling to find a trusted lab equipment supplier in Ireland who understands regulatory pressures and delivers fast?
For Irish labs in pharma, food production and testing, choosing the right lab equipment supplier is more important than you might think. With 40+ years of expertise, Ocon Chemicals offers a reliable local alternative to big-name vendors, providing ISO-certified service, fast nationwide delivery and deep industry knowledge.
Choosing the Right Supplier for Lab Equipment in Ireland
In regulated sectors like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage production, and independent testing, precision and compliance are business-critical. The lab equipment you choose and the supplier you rely on directly affect safety, audit outcomes and day-to-day operational efficiency.
A trusted supplier won’t just drop boxes at your door. They understand ISO 9001 systems, REACH obligations and ADR transport rules. They advise on sourcing, storage, documentation and end-of-life disposal, ensuring every item in your lab supports compliance and continuity.
The best suppliers look to build long-term partnerships, not just a customer base.
Why Choose Ocon Chemicals?
As a family-owned, Irish company with roots going back to 1981, we’re the opposite of your typical faceless distributor. From our two Cork-based warehouses, we deliver across Ireland, with same-day dispatch and hands-on support from a team that knows the sector.
We offer:
- Support that scales with your lab.
- Fast, reliable fulfilment from our in-country stock.
- A sourcing partner who understands your regulatory landscape.
We’re trusted by leading pharma and food brands to supply pipettes, LC-MS solvents, filtration systems and waste services, all backed by decades of infrastructure investment.
Family-Run with a Long-Term Mindset
Ocon focuses on long-term relationships over transactions. Since taking over the business from his father, Managing Director Kevin has invested in people, infrastructure and systems to future-proof how we supply Irish labs.
That includes adding a second warehouse, fully automating order confirmations and delivery tracking, and building deep sector knowledge into every part of the customer experience.
We know our customers by name, not by account number - and we treat your supply continuity like our own.
Built for Regulated, High-Stakes Environments
In sectors like pharma and food production, a delayed delivery or missing document can create operational risks.
We’ve built our model around regulatory-grade logistics, from ISO 9001:2015 certification to ADR-compliant waste handling and GDP-grade warehousing. This ensures full traceability and confidence across your supply chain.
Our systems provide change control notifications, batch tracking and audit-ready documentation - backed by support from staff who understand your quality systems.
Lab Equipment Categories We Offer
At Ocon Chemicals, we carefully select lab equipment that meets the performance, compliance, and reliability standards of Irish pharmaceutical, food, and analytical laboratories. Our sourcing team prioritises quality, supply reliability and compatibility with regulated lab environments.
Filtration Products
Filtration is essential for preparing sterile samples, removing microbial contaminants, and protecting instrument performance during analysis. We supply Sartorius filtration products as an authorised Irish distributor, giving you access to high-performance solutions for regulated lab environments.
Our range includes:
- Syringe filters for sterile filtration and HPLC sample prep
- Membrane filters for microbial monitoring and analysis
- Vacuum filtration units for high-throughput applications
- Filter funnels with sintered glass for glass-only workflows
Sartorius products are known for consistent pore sizes, high flow rates and chemical resistance. All of which are essential in pharma QA labs or food pathogen screening.
Buyer Tip:
When choosing a membrane filter, consider your target pore size (0.2 µm for sterilisation, 0.45 µm for microbial analysis), the filter material (PTFE for solvents, cellulose nitrate for aqueous solutions) and compatibility with your sample matrix.
APT Swabs & Contamination Testing
Surface testing is a routine activity in food production, pharmaceutical cleanrooms and packaging facilities. We stock APT swabs for contamination control - one of the most popular options globally for ATP monitoring and microbial hygiene checks.
These swabs are:
- Cost-effective for high-frequency testing
- Individually packaged to avoid cross-contamination
- Compatible with most ATP luminometers and culture media
Our clients use APT swabs to validate cleaning procedures and identify biofilm risks, helping them stay audit-ready at all times. We maintain bulk stock levels so we can supply labs continuously and deliver fast across Ireland.
Buyer Tip:
Choose APT swabs with neutralisers for post-disinfectant testing, or dry swabs for residue-free sampling.
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Waste Management Solutions
Waste handling is another potential regulatory and reputational risk for labs. We offer a nationwide chemical waste service covering hazardous and non-hazardous materials, including flammable, toxic, oxidising, infectious and pharmaceutical waste.
Our in-house team includes:
- ADR-certified drivers
- DGSA-certified waste consultants
- ISO 9001:2015-compliant processes
Services include:
- On-site classification and segregation
- Secure transport and treatment
- Certificates of destruction and full traceability
We offer UN-approved packaging (drums, buckets, solvent containers) and can tailor collections to your lab’s volume and frequency.
Things to Consider:
Before arranging lab waste collection, confirm the hazard classes involved (e.g. flammable, corrosive), your site’s ADR compliance obligations and whether you need UN-certified containers. Regular pickups reduce on-site risk and keep you audit-ready.
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Chemical Recycling Services
Recycling outdated or surplus chemicals allows you to free up space and reclaim some value. We manage chemical recycling under strict ADR protocols and provide full traceability for every collection.
Benefits include:
- Lower disposal costs
- Safer inventory control
- Reduced environmental footprint
We help labs manage out-of-spec raw materials or reagents nearing expiry, which is especially helpful in QC labs and R&D settings where formulations change frequently.
Things to Consider:
Track expiry dates on high-value reagents and raw materials - early identification enables compliant recycling and cost recovery. Maintain a segregation log to prevent cross-contamination and support accurate classification for transport.
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General Lab Consumables & Equipment
We help labs stock essential items used daily, from glassware to pipettes, with both branded and cost-effective options available. We offer:
- Pipettes & Pipette Tips: manual, electronic, single or multi-channel, compatible with leading brands
- Glassware: beakers, Erlenmeyer flasks, condensers, Soxhlet extractors, Kjeldahl flasks
- LC-MS & UHPLC-MS Solvents: from Scharlau, meeting stringent purity specs for analytical labs
- General consumables: gloves, tubes, spatulas, weighing boats, lab bottles
We hold local stock in Cork and support recurring lab needs via scheduled deliveries.
Things to Consider:
Choose pipettes based on application type. Fixed-volume models are ideal for repeat assays, while variable-volume pipettes offer flexibility for R&D. For glassware, consider thermal resistance, joint compatibility and cleaning protocols.
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Can’t Find What You Need?
Not every lab item makes it onto our online catalogue. But, that doesn’t mean we can’t supply it. Sourcing is one of our core strengths. Whether you need a hard-to-find reagent, a specific piece of glassware or a preferred brand of consumable, our team can help locate it using our established global network.
We’re used to working with labs that require unusual formats, exact purity grades, or niche product specs. We’ll also ensure you receive all required documentation, like Certificates of Analysis, Safety Data Sheets, or material origin declarations, alongside your order.
Let us know what you're looking for and we’ll do the rest.
Industries We Serve
Ocon understands that different sectors face distinct lab and compliance challenges. With over 40 years serving Ireland’s regulated industries, we tailor our support to each environment.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical labs operate under strict regulatory oversight, where traceability, documentation, and material integrity are non-negotiable. We’ve supported Ireland’s pharmaceutical manufacturing and QC labs for over 40 years with compliant, reliable supply solutions tailored to GMP and GDP environments.
We provide:
- ISO-certified documentation with every order, including Certificates of Analysis and Safety Data Sheets
- GDP and GMP-compliant warehousing and climate-controlled delivery for temperature-sensitive goods
- High-purity reagents, LC-MS and UHPLC-MS solvents from Scharlau, and full-spectrum chemical waste services
Our infrastructure includes automated order confirmations, change control alerts and dedicated customer service, all to help labs prepare for audits with full transparency and confidence.
Whether you’re running stability studies, method validation or daily QC, Ocon delivers the products and documentation you need, when and where you need them.
Food & Beverage Production
Food and beverage testing labs face constant pressure to ensure safety, hygiene and regulatory compliance, all while keeping up with production schedules. We support Irish food labs with reliable access to high-quality testing equipment and consumables, helping you meet both HACCP and ISO 17025 standards.
We supply:
- APT swabs for fast, effective surface hygiene monitoring
- Filtration systems for microbial and particulate testing in water and product samples
- pH meters, buffers, conductivity standards, and certified reagents
We select products for ease of use, consistency and audit readiness, whether you're testing dairy, meat, beverages or ready-to-eat foods. We understand the seasonal demands and short lead times that come with food production, so we keep stock levels high and deliveries fast from our Cork warehouse.
Whether you're running shelf-life trials or verifying cleaning protocols, we help keep your lab compliant, efficient and ready for inspection.
Independent Test Labs
Independent labs, whether in environmental testing, academic research or specialised analysis, often operate with tighter budgets, leaner teams and less storage capacity.
We understand these challenges and provide flexible, responsive support to help you maintain operational efficiency without overstocking or overspending.
We offer:
- Flexible minimum order quantities to match your usage patterns
- Temperature-controlled delivery direct from our Cork warehouse
- Sourcing expertise for rare chemicals, niche reagents, or specific labware
Our customer support team works closely with lab managers and technicians to source specialty items, manage recurring orders and provide all necessary regulatory documentation, from SDS to Certificates of Analysis.
We also help you stay compliant with REACH, ISO 9001, and GDP/GMP storage practices, even when you're working across multiple projects or under tight deadlines.
Supporting Your Lab Beyond Equipment
We do a lot more to support labs than supply products. We also act as logistics and compliance partners, with our comprehensive support including:
- Order tracking and delivery alerts: thanks to a fully automated internal system
- Same-day dispatch on in-stock items from our Cork warehouse
- Change control alerts: any supplier-side spec updates are flagged before they affect your process
Our infrastructure includes:
- Climate-controlled storage and vehicles
- Over 10,000 sq ft of warehousing space
- Secure, on-time monthly deliveries for high-volume buyers
Our internal systems meet GDP, GMP, and GWP requirements, and we’re ISO 9001:2015 certified. We attach a full paper trail to each delivery, from SDS to destruction certs for recycled waste.
We also offer:
- Vendor-managed inventory support
- Technical advice from in-house chemists
- DGSA consulting on hazardous goods logistics
This makes us a strategic partner for labs prioritising compliance, reliability and service.
Safety Reminder
Always handle hazardous chemicals, biological samples and glassware with appropriate PPE. Dispose of materials according to REACH and ADR standards. Contact our team for safety data sheets (SDS) or training recommendations.
Ready to Equip Your Lab?
Choosing the right lab equipment partner is more than a box-ticking exercise for procurement. It helps you improve accuracy, safety and continuity in environments where compliance is non-negotiable and delays are costly.
Ocon Chemicals combines the customer service of a local business with the infrastructure and reliability of a major supplier.
With over 40 years supporting Irish labs in pharma, food, and testing, we understand the operational challenges you face and we’re here to help you solve them.
Why partner with Ocon Chemicals?
- Trusted Irish lab equipment supplier for regulated industries
- Full product range including filtration, pipettes, swabs, solvents and more
- Compliance with ISO 9001, REACH, ADR, GDP, and GMP requirements
- Family-owned, fast delivery from Cork, and deeply personalised service
- A smarter, lower-risk approach to sourcing and inventory management
Beyond supplying essential equipment, we help labs work smarter, safer, and more efficiently, with expert sourcing, regulatory guidance, and fast, traceable delivery.