Events | Medical Devices
The TÜV NORD Business Brunch 2026 offers you the opportunity to refresh your expert knowledge and exchange ideas with experts. We look forward to welcoming you!

Would you like to deepen your knowledge of medical device reprocessing and gain new perspectives through direct exchange with experts? Then we warmly invite you to our free event.
This year, we are once again organizing our Business Brunch 2026 on medical device reprocessing. In this format, we focus on key topics related to the safe and compliant reprocessing of medical devices.
The reprocessing of medical devices is an essential component of patient safety and presents facilities with complex challenges on a daily basis. Medical device reprocessors must meet strict requirements. Processes such as cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, validation, and documentation are integral parts of a responsible reprocessing process.
You can look forward to fresh perspectives from TÜV NORD as a certification body, as well as exciting guest lectures from experts. In a pleasant atmosphere with delicious food and selected beverages, you will also have the opportunity to make new contacts and engage in personal conversations.
Register now for our free event and come talk to us!
Date & Time: April 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Place : TÜV NORD Site in Essen
Participation: Free-of-charge
Please note: This event will be held entirely in German.
Food and drinks will be provided during the event.
| Program | ||
| 9:45 – 10:15 | Arrival and registration of participants | |
| 10:15 – 10:30 | Official opening and welcome to participants | Nina Marx & Dr. Alain Steinmann (TÜV NORD CERT) |
| 10:30 – 11:15 | Certification procedures (voluntary and mandatory certifications), status of ZLG application, BENTA outlook, and booklet on reprocessing of medical devices | Dr. Alain Steinmann (TÜV NORD CERT) |
| 11:15 – 12:00 | Norm-compliant validation: The interplay between the technical expertise of the validators and proactive management by the Reprocessing Unit for Medical Devices | Shpresa Beqaj (TÜV NORD CERT) |
| 12:00 – 12:45 | Break for discussion and refreshments | |
| 12:45 – 13:30 | Reference load from the perspective of DIN EN ISO 17665 | Dirk Diedrich (Normec Hybeta GmbH) |
| 13:30 – 14:15 | Medical Devices Operator Ordinance (MPBetreibV) | Dr. Christian Jäkel |
| 14:15 – 14:30 | Coffee break | |
| 14:30 – 15:15 | Certification of an Reprocessing Unit for Medical Devices – experiences and practical examples | Stefanie Hoffmann & Dr. Gernot Oberländer (Medizinprodukte Oberländer) |
| 15:15 – 16:00 | Break, exchange, networking | |
| 16:00 | Farewell |
Date & Time: April 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: TÜV NORD Site in Essen
Am TÜV 1
45307 Essen, Germany
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