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SNS NANO FIBER TECHNOLOGY PRODUCES SPECIALIZED NANOFIBER MATRICES
THROUGH JOINT PARTNERSHIP
     

Uniontown, OH:  SNS Nano Fiber Technology, formed from a partnership of Struktol Company of America and the University of Akron, has started production of Nanosan®, a nanostructured nonwoven. SNS combines Struktol’s experience with additives and the polymer expertise of the University of Akron to develop a unique niche in nanofiber production.

What differentiates Nanosan® from other nanononwovens is the incorporation of particles into the nanofiber matrix. Using proprietary technology, various types of particles, or additives, can be either entrapped in the nanofiber matrix or encapsulated within the nanofibers.  By varying the type of polymer nanofiber, as well as the additive, virtually any characteristic imaginable can be achieved. 

According to Dr. Laura Frazier of SNS, “Nanosan® nonwovens are suitable for many diverse applications. For instance, SAPs can be incorporated into the web of polymer nanofibers resulting in a structured hydrogel, which is capable of absorbing copious amounts of liquid while retaining its strength and elasticity. The other notable benefit is that Nanosan® can be produced in larger quantities at a substantially lower cost than conventional nanofibers, making it the first commercially viable material of its kind on the market.”

Possible applications of Nanosan® include the cable industry, cosmetics, filtration, medical, military and personal care products, among others. Custom Toll Manufacturing, where specialized matrices can be produced to customer specifications, is offered in addition to New Product Development and R&D services.