Services in chemical products and processes

Active substances are found in a wide range of products, from antimicrobial agents in wound care to nutrients in food. By encapsulating these substances in microscopic reservoirs, it is possible to both protect them from chemical degradation and control their release over time.

We can supply a variety of industry reference oils to the highest standards. Reference oils may be intended to be used as standard exposure media for studies of chemical resistance. We can offer the following oils: IRM 901, 902, 903 and DIDP.

We have process equipment for compounding, injection molding and extrusion. We perform testing of new material compositions, vary process parameters and prepare samples for evaluation. We offer equipment in the range from lab to pilotscale, providing possibilities for product development and solving problems.

A capillary rheometer is used to measure a material's flow properties at high shear rates. The results can be used for both material development and to predict a suitable processing window in extrusion, injection moulding, or fibre spinning.

Man-made fibers produced using solution spinning are collected and processed as filament or staple fibers depending on the desired application. RISE has equipment and knowledge to develop these two types of fibers that can be further converted into yarns and threads.

An essential step in solution spinning is the development of spinning dopes (polymer solutions) with optimal properties. Precise control over dope properties is essential for ensuring proper extrusion and coagulation, thereby laying the foundation for a well-functioning solution spinning process for man-made fiber production.

Air-gap (dry-jet wet) spinning is a method used for man-made fiber production. In this method, a polymer solution is extruded through a spinneret and travels through an air gap before entering the coagulation bath. Air gap allows better polymer orientation prior to its solidification compared to wet spinning, resulting in higher fiber strength.

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

By understanding the bleaching process and making the necessary adjustments and optimisations, the pulp and paper industry can produce high-quality products with the desired properties and durability. This not only helps to fulfil customer requirements and expectations, but also reduces environmental impact and promotes sustainable production.

RISE in Mölndal conducts research and development of textile fibres, with a special focus on material transition for a sustainable development. Melt spinning poses certain requirements on the material, including high temperature stability and suitable flow properties. We can evaluate the spinnability of newly developed materials.

By utilizing the customer's filtrate or other process fluids, we can efficiently evaluate various antifoam solutions without the need for extensive and costly full-scale trials.

Plasma surface modification is an efficient and environmentally safe method for improvement of different materials surface properties. The surface of all solid materials can be modified. RISE uses the method for cleaning of surfaces, increased adhesion to paints, lacquers and adhesives, preparation of liquid-repellent and biocompatible surfaces.

The test bed Cleaning Innovation offers a team of experts who together with you solve your urgent cleaning problems.

We offer complete mapping of energy, chemicals, water, time and other key parameters associated with cleaning and washing in industrial processes.

By mapping out your cleaning process we identify the most environmentally effective improvement actions.

Efficient cleaning is always desirable. In the food industry effective cleaning is especially important for hygiene reasons. With efficient formulations we can minimize cleaning time, reduce the cost, and reduce environmental impact.