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In the blog section, we present information on our new products and special chemicals intended for many industry sectors. Here you will find many interesting articles and information from the world of chemistry. You can also check the wide range of application of our products.

Graphene – what is it and what is it used for?

11-01-2022

Graphene appears to be one of the most promising materials in the development of new technologies across a broad range of industries. Its invention in 2004 brought Andrei Gejm and Konstantin Novosiol the Nobel Prize in Physics. The international project “Graphene Flagship” was initiated by the European Union to develop further commercial applications of this […]

Lubricants – essential for proper performance of machines and equipment

13-12-2021

Industrial growth is an inseparable part of the modern world. With it, many sectors evolve, including lubricant engineering. The developments in the sector involve process engineering, such as retrofitting of processing equipment and implementation of the state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, as well as improvement of lubricant performance.

Everything you need to know about ozone disinfection

7-12-2021

In the last two years, the word “disinfection” has regularly been used in every context. However, it is worth remembering that neutralising harmful pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and moulds is not just a task for pandemics, but one of the important steps towards improving the quality of our daily lives. One of the […]

What is silicone?

25-11-2021

Silicone – everybody knows this substance, but not everybody knows what it consists of and how it is produced. Silicones as chemical compounds – synthetic organosilicon polymers with a structure of siloxanes. Well-known industrial silicone available in shops is based on a whole range of plastics, mainly silicone resins and polysiloxanes. It usually also contains […]

Optical fibre – a revolution in data transmission technology

17-11-2021

You are probably familiar with the term “optical fibre”. It is associated with the Internet, data transmission and telephones. However, the concept of optical fibre as a technological solution is much broader. It is certainly a revolutionary form of data transmission that allows information to be transmitted efficiently at enormous speed.

Operation, benefits and drawbacks of photovoltaics

16-11-2021

Rising electricity prices and the constant threat of the climate crisis are pushing us to seek alternative sources of power. Nowadays, it is impossible to live without electricity. We cannot imagine our life without it. However, to ensure that its production has as little impact as possible on the environment, it is essential to utilise […]

Hydrogen peroxide, a substance with many applications

16-11-2021

Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a very popular inorganic chemical compound. It is commonly used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, medical, and textile industries. The most popular product that uses hydrogen peroxide is the 3% hydrogen peroxide solution.

3% hydrogen peroxide solution - an essential element of your home first aid kit

15-11-2021

The 3% hydrogen peroxide solution is one of the most popular and most commonly encountered substances. It is an important piece of equipment in a home first aid kit. Even though modern pharmacology has invented more effective means of disinfecting wounds, the 3% hydrogen peroxide solution still remains the product of choice for treating minor […]

Acetic acid – unique properties and applications

26-10-2021

Acetic acid is an organic chemical compound. It is obtained by acetic fermentation, belongs to the group of carboxylic acids, and is known as CH3COOH. It is a substance commonly used in the food, chemical, textile and even pharmacological industries.