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11.11.2025

Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) -Test: Rapid Microbial Detection for Safer Production

The ATP test measures adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a molecule present in all living cells, to quickly assess microbial contamination.

27.10.2025

IMPAFLOW – Zinc peroxide paste for elastomer cross-linking

A ready-to-use paste based on zinc peroxide and plasticizers, specially developed for the efficient cross-linking of elastomers.

23.04.2025

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate for paint, coating and ink-maker

In coatings CABs provide tough films with at the same time providing high flexibility and good weathering properties.

14.03.2025

Organofunctional silanes in the application of coatings

Silanes open up a wide range of possible applications in the coatings industry, where they are used to improve the adhesion, durability and functionality of coatings.

25.09.2024

Soy-based raw materials in chemical products and the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

Around 20 per cent oil can be extracted from soybeans, of which only 4 per cent is used for industrial purposes.

06.08.2024

Using a graphene masterbatch in plastic packaging films improves mechanical properties and spares resources

The addition of graphene can not only improve the mechanical properties of packaging films and spare resources.

01.02.2024

Using additives for targeted optimization of lubricant performance

Each additive fulfils a specific function. From protecting against oxidation and wear to cleaning or preventing contamination in the lubrication system and improving viscosity.

18.04.2023

Cellulose fibres – our contribution to sustainable road construction!

The cellulose fibres processed into pellets are manufactured specifically for use in asphalt road construction and are free of bituminous or modifying additives.

04.01.2023

Unique surfaces with sustainable fibres

When "scratching the surface" gains a new meaning.

22.11.2022

Titanates and Zirconates in Compounds

Silanes are very commonly used for coupling fillers with polymers. Yet, their range of applications is in fact very limited (e.g. ATH, MDH).

26.09.2022

Green and economically priced alternatives to AMP

CODIS™ 95 & CODIS™ BIO are powerful amines.