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Applied Research

Kemitek develops, plans and executes concrete and relevant applied research projects according to its clients’ needs

Kemitek uses a well structured project management process that helps our clients to follow the work flow.

  1. Preliminary meeting with the client
  2. Preliminary draft of objectives and validation with the client
  3. Drafting of a detailed research plan and service offer
  4. Financing (optional)
  5. Execution of the research plan and continuous follow-up with the client
  6. Technology transfert to the client
  7. Follow-up after the project

A wide range of applied research project is possible

  • Organic chemistry and synthesis

  • Study of synthetic parameters

  • Study of physical and chemical properties

  • Product development

    synthetic pathway, formulation, conditioning

  • Waste management

  • Formulations and emulsions

  • Deformulation

  • Valorisation of residues or co-products

Project examples

  • Development of a non-toxic, biodegradable and renewable insulating oil for electrical transformers
  • Development of an automotive anti-corrosion treatment without VOC
  • Development of a thermoset resin without styrene
  • Development of a liquid soap formula
  • Development of a selective oleic acid oxydation process for the production of two high value derivatives : azelaic and pelargonic acid
  • Improvement of biodiesel formulations’ oxidative stability
  • Development of new tensioactive and rheological agents for the food and personal care industries

Testimony

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” Since 10 years, SOPREMA works in close relationship with Kemitek on the development of high profile technologies in order to better position our company in the industry. Many of these collaborative projects led to the commercialisation of new innovative products. Notably, Kemitek’s team expertise, active listening and good comprehension of our needs enabled us to commercialise a new renewable based adhesive used for construction purpose. This useful collaboration is still ongoing and will be pursued for the future! ”

François PaquetteDirector, Research & Development - Soprema Canadahttp://www.soprema.ca/fr/ – http://www.soprema.ca/fr/

KEMITEK

835, rue Mooney
Thetford Mines, Québec, Canada G6G 0A5

Phone : (418) 338-1318
Fax : (418) 338-1338
Email : info@kemitek.org

Monday to Friday: 9h – 17h
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

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