What if the answer to corrosion lies in wood? Lignin, a natural by-product, is redefining anti-corrosion coatings with eco-friendly, high-performance solutions. New breakthroughs reveal lignin’s power to rival traditional materials, cutting costs and environmental harm. Dive into the future of sustainable coatings today!
Background
Corrosion causes global losses exceeding USD 2.5 trillion annually. Traditional anti-corrosive coatings rely heavily on petroleum-derived materials and toxic inhibitors, posing environmental risks. Lignin, an abundant by-product of the paper and biofuel industries, offers a renewable, eco-friendly alternative. Its aromatic structure, antioxidant properties, and natural hydrophobicity make it a promising material for advanced anti-corrosive applications.
Technology
Sustainable coatings that meet industry performance standards while reducing environmental impact are possible by combining enzymatic engineering and green chemistry principles. acib has developed lignin-based anti-corrosive coatings offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional solutions:
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- Enhanced Barrier Properties: Lignin’s aromatic structure minimizes water and oxygen permeability, preventing metal corrosion.
- Antioxidant Activity: Phenolic compounds in lignin scavenge free radicals, reducing oxidative damage.
- Adhesion Improvement: Tailored enzymatic processes enhance lignin’s compatibility with coating substrates.
- Sustainable and Economic Production: Utilizes cheap industrial lignin streams, promoting circular bioeconomy practices.
This technology reduces dependency on non-renewable resources while delivering cost-effective, high-performance coatings
Offer
acib seeks industrial partners to collaborate on scaling and commercializing lignin-based coatings. Benefit from:
- Innovation Access: Collaborate with acib’s expert team to refine and adapt the technology to your specific industrial applications.
- Exclusive IP Ownership: Benefit from proprietary formulations and processes developed in partnership.
Experts:
Prof. Dr. Georg GübitzDevelopment status:
Technology Readiness Level 3 (Experimental proof-of-concept)Keywords:
Sustainable Coatings, Lignin Modification, Corrosion Resistance, Eco-Friendly Solutions, Antioxidant Properties, Barrier Technology, Enzymatic Engineering, Industrial Sustainability, Green Chemistry
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