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F O C U S enzyme activities will remain stable under pelleting conditions of up to 90°C. This is achieved by applying the latest production and coating technology available at Novozymes’ manufacturing facility. Ronozyme MultiGrain contains guaranteed levels of three key enzyme activities. Its unique combination of xylanase and beta-glucanases offers the flexibility to safely formulate when using highly variable raw materials. The application of DSM’s DIF (Digestibility Improvement Factor) system can result in feed cost savings of up to €20/MT feed. Original Source: DSM, website: http://www.dsm.com (1 Apr 2014) © Koninklijke DSM NV 2014
Dyadic announces OPTIBIOCAT Project aimed to develop biocatalysts for cosmetic industry Dyadic International Inc, a global biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development, manufacture, and sale of enzymes and other proteins for the bioenergy, bio-based chemicals, biopharmaceutical, food, and feed industries, announced details regarding its new project, “OPTIBIOCAT – Optimized esterase biocatalysts for cost-effective industrial production”, an EU-funded project aimed at developing biocatalysts for the cosmetic industry. The biocatalysts will be based on feruloyl acid esterases (FAE) and glucuronyl esterases (GE) which are expected to be used in the production of phenolic fatty and sugar esters with antioxidant activity for the cosmetic industry. They will also be tested for use in the production of other potential compounds with improved biological activity and properties. FAE and GE available within the consortium, including those from Dyadic’s own proprietary enzyme library, may be improved by sitedirected mutagenesis and directed evolution to further improve the desired properties. Original Source: Dyadic International, 2014. Found on SpecialChem Cosmetics and Personal Care Innovation and Solutions, 20 Mar 2014, (Website: http://www.specialchem4cosmetics.com)
Dyadic launches Fibrezyme G4 Dyadic International Inc, a global biotechnology company focused on JUNE 2014
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the discovery, development, manufacture and sale of enzymes and other proteins for the bioenergy, biobased chemicals, biopharmaceutical, food and feed industries, announced that it has launched Fibrezyme G4, a high performance cellulose enzyme product designed to enhance paper and textile quality, while improving the economics of its customers’ manufacturing processes. Fibrezyme G4 has been shown to reduce energy requirements and increase production rates for pulp and paper manufacturers. In addition, Fibrezyme G4 enhances and restores fibre strength and increases inter-fibre bonding in paper-making applications. In the textile industry, Fibrezyme G4 will be used to soften denim and create a stonewashed look for blue jeans. Fibrezyme G4 operates under wide pH and temperature ranges allowing for improved integration into a variety of pulp and paper and textile manufacturing processes. Original Source: Dyadic International, website: http://dyadic.com (24 Apr 2014) © Dyadic International 2014
Dyadic International gets new US patent The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued US Patent No 8,673,618 entitled “Construction of highly efficient cellulase compositions for enzymatic hydrolysis of cellulose” to Dyadic International. The patent claims cover rights to compositions, development, and production methods of novel enzymes that can convert various sources of plant biomass to fermentable sugars usable in advanced biofuels and bio-based chemicals production. Production methods covered by the patent include the use of specified enzyme combinations and enzyme mixtures as well as the use of yeast, other fungi, bacteria, plants and algae. Dyadic has a portfolio of 41 international patents, ten pending US patent and 23 pending international applications which include several features of Dyadic’s proprietary technologies. Original Source: PBR Pharmaceutical Business Review, 25 Mar 2014, (Website: http://www.pharmaceutical-business-review.com/) © PBR 2014
Elevance: metathesis technology for personal care product development Speciality chemicals producer Elevance Renewable Sciences has used metathesis catalyst technology to produce new high performance olefins, triglyceride molecules, esters, and multifunctional polymers from renewable oils. Target markets include lubricants, detergents and cleaners, polymers, fuel additives, and coatings. Elevance will run a 180,000 tonne/y biorefinery in Gresik, Indonesia, as part of a jv with Wilmar International. A refinery in Natchez, MS, US, is presently being adapted to produce biodiesel at 280,000 tonne/y from various renewable oils. Both global scale facilities are expected to start operations under Elevance by 2016. The catalytic metathesis process used by the biorefinery is conducted at low temperature and pressure, requiring a smaller amount of energy and emitting 50% less greenhouse gases than conventional processes. Original Source: Speciality Chemicals Magazine, Mar 2014, 34 (3), 16 (Website: http://www.specchemonline.com) © Quartz Chemicals Ltd 2014
NKNH produces a millionth tonne of polybutadiene using neodymium catalyst-based process On 8 Apr 2014, OJSC Nizhnekamskneftekhim (NKNH) manufactured its millionth tonne of NdBR polybutadiene made using a neodymium catalyst-based production process. The plant started producing NdBR in 2004. NKNH exported 98% of its rubber production in 2013. Original Source: RCCnews, 9 Apr 2014, (Website: http://www.rccnews.ru/Eng) © RCCnews.ru 2014
Strong 1Q 2014 sales for Novozymes Bioenergy Sales of enzymes to the bioenergy industry increased by 34% as customers embrace new technology. Three enzymes that promise to improve profits for producers of corn ethanol are behind the strong growth in Novozymes’ 1Q 2014 bioenergy sales. Avantec, Spirizyme Achieve and Olexa enable producers to squeeze up to 5% more ethanol out of corn while saving on energy and chemicals. In addition to increasing ethanol yield, the three enzymes can
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Dyadic announces OPTIBIOCAT Project aimed to develop biocatalysts for cosmetic industry Dyadic International Inc, a global biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development, manufacture, and sale of enzymes and other proteins for the bioenergy, bio-based chemicals, biopharmaceutical, food, and feed industries, announced details regarding its new project, “OPTIBIOCAT – Optimized esterase biocatalysts for cost-effective industrial production”, an EU-funded project aimed at developing biocatalysts for the cosmetic industry. The biocatalysts will be based on feruloyl acid esterases (FAE) and glucuronyl esterases (GE) which are expected to be used in the production of phenolic fatty and sugar esters with antioxidant activity for the cosmetic industry. They will also be tested for use in the production of other potential compounds with improved biological activity and properties. FAE and GE available within the consortium, including those from Dyadic’s own proprietary enzyme library, may be improved by sitedirected mutagenesis and directed evolution to further improve the desired properties. Original Source: Dyadic International, 2014. Found on SpecialChem Cosmetics and Personal Care Innovation and Solutions, 20 Mar 2014, (Website: http://www.specialchem4cosmetics.com)
Dyadic launches Fibrezyme G4 Dyadic International Inc, a global biotechnology company focused on JUNE 2014
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C ATA LY S T S
the discovery, development, manufacture and sale of enzymes and other proteins for the bioenergy, biobased chemicals, biopharmaceutical, food and feed industries, announced that it has launched Fibrezyme G4, a high performance cellulose enzyme product designed to enhance paper and textile quality, while improving the economics of its customers’ manufacturing processes. Fibrezyme G4 has been shown to reduce energy requirements and increase production rates for pulp and paper manufacturers. In addition, Fibrezyme G4 enhances and restores fibre strength and increases inter-fibre bonding in paper-making applications. In the textile industry, Fibrezyme G4 will be used to soften denim and create a stonewashed look for blue jeans. Fibrezyme G4 operates under wide pH and temperature ranges allowing for improved integration into a variety of pulp and paper and textile manufacturing processes. Original Source: Dyadic International, website: http://dyadic.com (24 Apr 2014) © Dyadic International 2014
Dyadic International gets new US patent The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued US Patent No 8,673,618 entitled “Construction of highly efficient cellulase compositions for enzymatic hydrolysis of cellulose” to Dyadic International. The patent claims cover rights to compositions, development, and production methods of novel enzymes that can convert various sources of plant biomass to fermentable sugars usable in advanced biofuels and bio-based chemicals production. Production methods covered by the patent include the use of specified enzyme combinations and enzyme mixtures as well as the use of yeast, other fungi, bacteria, plants and algae. Dyadic has a portfolio of 41 international patents, ten pending US patent and 23 pending international applications which include several features of Dyadic’s proprietary technologies. Original Source: PBR Pharmaceutical Business Review, 25 Mar 2014, (Website: http://www.pharmaceutical-business-review.com/) © PBR 2014
Elevance: metathesis technology for personal care product development Speciality chemicals producer Elevance Renewable Sciences has used metathesis catalyst technology to produce new high performance olefins, triglyceride molecules, esters, and multifunctional polymers from renewable oils. Target markets include lubricants, detergents and cleaners, polymers, fuel additives, and coatings. Elevance will run a 180,000 tonne/y biorefinery in Gresik, Indonesia, as part of a jv with Wilmar International. A refinery in Natchez, MS, US, is presently being adapted to produce biodiesel at 280,000 tonne/y from various renewable oils. Both global scale facilities are expected to start operations under Elevance by 2016. The catalytic metathesis process used by the biorefinery is conducted at low temperature and pressure, requiring a smaller amount of energy and emitting 50% less greenhouse gases than conventional processes. Original Source: Speciality Chemicals Magazine, Mar 2014, 34 (3), 16 (Website: http://www.specchemonline.com) © Quartz Chemicals Ltd 2014
NKNH produces a millionth tonne of polybutadiene using neodymium catalyst-based process On 8 Apr 2014, OJSC Nizhnekamskneftekhim (NKNH) manufactured its millionth tonne of NdBR polybutadiene made using a neodymium catalyst-based production process. The plant started producing NdBR in 2004. NKNH exported 98% of its rubber production in 2013. Original Source: RCCnews, 9 Apr 2014, (Website: http://www.rccnews.ru/Eng) © RCCnews.ru 2014
Strong 1Q 2014 sales for Novozymes Bioenergy Sales of enzymes to the bioenergy industry increased by 34% as customers embrace new technology. Three enzymes that promise to improve profits for producers of corn ethanol are behind the strong growth in Novozymes’ 1Q 2014 bioenergy sales. Avantec, Spirizyme Achieve and Olexa enable producers to squeeze up to 5% more ethanol out of corn while saving on energy and chemicals. In addition to increasing ethanol yield, the three enzymes can
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