At Technikum Laubholz, we research and develop innovative ways to make naturally occurring plant polymers – cellulose, lignin, and hemicellulose – usable for industrial applications. Our research lays the foundation for a sustainable materials economy that replaces fossil resources and enables a closed-loop economy.
Sustainability through Innovation
Our focus is on the extraction and targeted further processing of cellulose, lignin, and hemicellulose from wood and other biomass. These main components are either directly functionalized and processed into new materials or broken down into their basic building blocks through depolymerization. The result: an inexhaustible variety of sustainable chemicals and high-performance materials for diverse industries.
Complete Utilization of Plant Resources
In the LICIlium project, we are researching how wood and other plant-based raw materials can be broken down into their main components and used efficiently. Our goal is the complete valorization of cellulose, lignin, and hemicellulose for innovative applications – from bio-based plastics to high-performance fibers.
Intelligent Cellulose for Tailored Applications
In our KIckBio project, we are developing an AI-controlled production system for the manufacturing of microfibrillated cellulose (MFC). Through precise control, specific material properties are defined, tailored to industrial applications – from high-strength lightweight materials to sustainable packaging solutions.
Why Technikum Laubholz?
- Comprehensive utilization of plant-based raw materials – We unlock the full potential of cellulose, lignin, and hemicellulose.
- Innovative material development – Our research lays the foundation for sustainable high-performance products.
- Direct industrial applicability – We support the development of industrially relevant technologies.
Shaping the Future Together
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