The transition to a bio-based economy requires innovative technologies that maximize the value extracted from biomass while ensuring sustainability and industrial scalability. Fibenol has developed a novel fractionation technology that enables the efficient production of high-purity lignin and microcrystalline cellulose (MCC), unlocking new application possibilities across multiple industries.
This presentation will explore Fibenol’s integrated approach to biorefining, where a unique hydrolysis-based process allows the selective recovery of functional lignin fractions alongside tailored MCC grades. By leveraging this technology, we create high-performance biomaterials suitable for advanced applications, including fiber-based packaging, composites, coatings, and biobased thermoplastics.
Key focus areas will include:
Process innovation: How Fibenol’s technology differs from conventional kraft and sulfite pulping approaches.Lignin functionalities: Insights into structure-property relationships for adhesive, coating, and polymer reinforcement applications.MCC performance: The role of MCC as a functional additive in fiber-based packaging and bio-composites, enhancing mechanical and barrier properties.Industrial relevance: Collaborative projects and scale-up efforts to bridge the gap between lab-scale innovation and market adoption.By demonstrating the performance and sustainability advantages of Fibenol’s lignin and MCC, this presentation will highlight the emerging role of tailored biomaterials in replacing fossil-based counterparts, accelerating the transition toward a circular bioeconomy.