Fraunhofer WKI Information

The department »Surface Technology« of the Fraunhofer WKI comprises the whole value added chain in the field of wood coatings and adhesives. This includes the synthesis of innovative raw materials for coatings and adhesives, coating formulation and application as well as testing, certification and damage analysis of coatings for and / or on wood. Focal point of the R&D activities is the utilization of sustainable raw materials such as vegetable oils and sugars. Beside the chemical part of researching into biogenic oils and saccharides, the department for Surface Technology has added a third leg to their portfolio. The synthesis of biotechnologically obtained monomers to resins for coatings and adhesives is part of the life science research cluster at Fraunhofer. The capability of serving the entire R&D chain in the development of coating materials qualifies the team to be a competent research partner for SME and industry