Ingo-man® go: fifty years of heritage with a modern twist

Introduction

When developing the ingo-man® go and ingo-man® go modular, we wanted to build on the reliable performance of the ingo-man® range, whilst creating a dispenser platform suitable for a wider range of environments. The result is a product that carries on the ingo-man® legacy in a lighter and more flexible design. For over fifty years, the name ingo-man® has stood for reliability and durability in the field of hand hygiene, particularly in demanding hospital environments. The new ingo-man® go builds on this legacy whilst introducing a refreshed design language and a modular architecture that enables new applications.

A new chapter

The ingo-man® go breathes new life into the classic Euro dispenser with a minimalist, contemporary design. Whilst the ingo-man® plus remains the standard for clinical environments, the go platform has been developed to extend the reliability of ingo-man® to additional settings.

To achieve this, the dispenser has been designed to be lighter, more efficient and easier to deploy across a wide range of facilities. The device contains 50% recycled plastic components, is shipped in pairs to reduce packaging and transport emissions, and is up to 20% lighter than previous ingo-man® systems—whilst retaining the robustness that characterises the brand.

Ravi Tank, one of the project’s designers, explains that the design approach focused as much on simplicity as on aesthetics. “We wanted something that felt contemporary but was unmistakably ingo-man®—efficient and functional without unnecessary complexity,” he says. This involved refining the Euro-bottle interface, optimising pump performance and developing a housing that supports future modular expansion.

Modularity: a platform for flexibility

A key innovation behind the ingo-man® go platform is its modular architecture. In addition to the standard ingo-man® go, which comes with the durable K-pump made from plastic, OPHARDT introduced the ingo-man® go modular.

The modular version enables facilities to expand functionality over time. With an optional adapter, users can integrate hygienic single-use DHP pumps. The same adapter also enables compatibility with the ingo-man® SmartNose, allowing facilities to collect data on dispenser usage and estimated fill levels.

Padraig McDonagh, OPHARDT’s chief engineer for the Euro series, describes this approach as a shift in design philosophy. “Rather than designing a single, fixed product, we have created a platform,” he explains. “Facilities can start with a simple manual dispenser and expand its capabilities over time as their needs change.” This approach enables organisations to adapt their hygiene infrastructure without replacing entire units—which supports both operational flexibility and resource efficiency.

From concept to reality

Developing the ingo-man® go required a careful balance between sustainability, efficiency and design clarity. From the outset, engineers, designers and product managers worked together to create a dispenser that maintains the reliability of the ingo-man® range whilst optimising materials and manufacturing.

The geometry of the housing was carefully redesigned to maintain structural strength whilst reducing material usage. By refining the internal construction and optimising the aluminium components, the team achieved a design that balances durability with improved material efficiency. New manufacturing technologies, including precision laser cutting, also enabled greater production accuracy and consistent quality.

The drip tray has been redesigned with everyday use in mind. It is now more compact, making the device better suited to space-constrained environments. The tray can be adjusted vertically and secured using an integrated locking mechanism, ensuring stability during use and simplifying maintenance. Together, these refinements enhance installation flexibility whilst maintaining the reliable performance expected of an ingo-man® dispenser.

What’s next

With the launch of ingo-man® go and ingo-man® go modular, OPHARDT is expanding the capabilities of the ingo-man® platform. Building on more than 50 years of dispenser expertise, the new system delivers reliable performance in a flexible, modern format suitable for a wider range of environments—from hospital support facilities to the hospitality sector, public buildings and workplaces.

Conclusion

It’s an ingo-man® for everyone. It’s built to last and adapt—just as ingo-man® always has been.