BorsodChem to Develop Its Own Catalyst Technology

BorsodChem Plc., based in Kazincbarcika, NE Hungary, is developing its own catalyst technology and laboratory with almost HUF 1.3 billion, the company told MTI.

According to the information, the aim of the project is to provide the company with a competitive advantage in the market by reducing costs and increasing production efficiency.

BorsodChem's development aims to make the production of methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), a polyurethane raw material used in the manufacture of cars, window frames and certain clothing, more efficient and sustainable.

The catalyst development project, which will take around four years to complete, has been funded by the National Research, Development and Innovation Office. "This has enabled the development of a complete catalyst production process and the design and construction of BorsodChem's own pilot plant," the release said.

The investment will involve the development of a complete industrial catalyst development chain in cooperation with the University of Miskolc, from laboratory experiments to economically viable industrial-scale production.

In addition, the pilot plant will also serve as a teaching and demonstration laboratory.

BorsodChem Plc, part of the Wanhua Chemical Group, produces raw materials for industries such as construction, automotive, furniture and mattresses, clothing and footwear, household appliances and wood and furniture.