Innovation within Tessenderlo Group
At Tessenderlo Group, we are convinced that Every Molecule Counts. Guided by this principle and a customer-centric approach, we actively seek innovations that maximize the potential of our planet’s resources. We strive to develop better products, new applications for our products and to constantly improve our production processes while considering sustainability and environmental protection in every solution we offer. In this spirit, we welcome collaborations that drive the creation of unique products and applications.
Discover how we make Every Molecule Counts
Our R&D teams apply their expertise in a broad spectrum of chemistry, biochemistry and biotechnology, agronomy, high-tech weaving machines, and engineering in plastic piping, mechanical components and electronics. Using laboratory, pilot-scale, field and engineering facilities, we initiate and support innovation projects in our Agro, Bio-valorization, Industrial Solutions, Machines & Technologies & T-Power divisions.
For product, application and technology development, Tessenderlo Group relies on the expertise of its innovation and R&D centers:
Examples of markets we are innovating in …
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Proteins for pet food
IDX® Technology leading to a new generation of highly digestible proteins for optimal nutrition of pets. The homogeneous micronized protein powder facilitates the extrusion process of the petfood kibbles.
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Proteins for aqua feed
IDX® Technology leading to a new generation of highly digestible proteins for healthy aquaculture that feeds the world. This gives more freedom in formulating fishfeed and lower cost-in-use, while elevating the quality of the aquafeed.
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Capsule technology
Capsules for food supplements and medicines:
- gelwoRx™, a patented solution to improve capsule stability during storage, ensuring full release of the active ingredient during the shelf life.
- Patented solution to tailor the release of a capsule filling after ingestion of the capsule.
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Textile Machinery
Enhancing weaving machine platforms (airjet and rapier) in alignment with its four design paradigms: Smart Performance, Sustainability Inside, Driven by Data, and Intuitive Controls. The latest release, the Ultimax® rapier platform, boasts the highest industrial performance and is the most sensorized and digital weaving machine available. Integration with the Picconnect® Cloud Platform allows for broader monitoring capabilities of Ultimax® weaving machines.
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Fertilizers
Increasing nutrient use efficiency of our sulfur based fertilizers by our continuous commitment to nurturing crop life through innovation and the development of sustainable crop nutrition for agriculture.
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