Henkel receives Research/Technology Invention Award
22 Jan '08
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Multifunctional Hydrogel coatings: The HydroSTELLAN modular system allows surface properties, such as water run-off, dirt- and bacteria-repellence, to be modified to a previously unknown extent.
Low-temperature proteases: With a new screening system and gene-technology methods, Henkel scientists have discovered an enzyme for liquid laundry detergents that delivers better performance in cold washes at below 20 degrees Celsius than the currently used enzymes.
Controlled release of fragrances: Novel chemical fragrance classes make fragrances linger significantly longer and permit the creation of new fragrances.
New raw materials class for labeling adhesives: A new class of synthetic polymers paves the way for cost-efficient and powerful alternatives to existing labeling adhesives.
Morphology control in benzoxazine polymers: Novel resin composites with improved properties open up new applications in areas such as aircraft manufacturing.
Life cycle management for hair – forever young hair: With a unique, fully automatic test system, researchers simulate external hair aging at an accelerated rate and provide new approaches for hair cosmetics.
Mature hair – technologies for anti-aging hair care: Using a combination of in-vitro and in-vivo test methods, differences in mature hair were identified and ingredients found to fight aging of the hair.
QVis – Optical process and quality control in filling lines: New image processing technologies open up new possibilities for process and quality optimization in filling lines.
In-house awards for outstanding research results and innovations have a long tradition at Henkel. The Fritz Henkel Award for Innovation has been presented annually since 1982 for innovative processes and products that have achieved exceptional market success.
With the Research/Technology Invention Award, which was instituted in 2004, Henkel additionally honors excellent research work, with a particular emphasis on interdisciplinary cooperation.