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Press gallery

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    Biologics Fermenter

    A cleanroom at Wacker Biotech GmbH in Jena: genetically modified E. coli bacteria are grown in the fermenter to manufacture active proteins for use in drugs, so-called “biologics.” Biologics are used to treat, e.g., cancer, multiple sclerosis and hepatitis.

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    Cystein Fermenter

    WACKER is the only company in the world capable of producing the highest-purity cysteine from bacteria using a fermentation process. The bacteria produce cysteine non-stop, flushing the amino acid they produce through their cell membrane into the nutrient medium in the fermenter tanks.

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    Silanes Waterreplellent

    The surface of an impregnated bridge pier immediately after application (close-up photograph). The silane-containing, high-viscosity water-repellent was applied in a layer some 0.65 mm thick. This provides adequate penetration for effectively protecting the concrete.

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    Silanes Bridges

    Quality control: Drill samples serve to monitor the depth to which the water repellent has penetrated.

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    GENIOPLAST® Pellet S

    Small cylindrical pellets with a huge effect: GENIOPLAST® Pellet S makes it easier to produce and process thermoplastic compounds and helps to improve the surfaces of the plastic articles made therefrom.

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