Developed in the lab, ready for real life

Patented needle-free Nanospider™ technology

Nanospider™ technology is a unique electrospinning method utilizing the free surface of a polymer solution‑coated electrode in a strong electrostatic field. This technology makes it possible to produce nanofibrous material at the uniformity and throughput suitable for industrial scale manufacturing.

Nanospider™ technology uses an electrospinning electrode in the shape of a thin wire and a head to apply a polymer solution along the entire length of the wire. Nanofibers are then formed from a thin layer of polymer on the electrode under the influence of a strong electrical field.

For use in the laboratory and on an industrial scale

Based on Nanospider™ technology, we have developed two product lines for industrial use, which are also complemented by laboratory equipment for nanofiber research and development.

Laboratory equipment for efficient research of nanofibrous membranes and experimental work.

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

Technology for defect‑free nanomaterial production for applications such as liquid filtration, HEPA filtration or battery separators.

THE INFINITY LINE

UUniversal technology for nanomaterial production used in a wide range of applications such as air filtration, performance apparel, and healthcare.

THE LINEA LINE

Our technology's invaluable benefits

Productivity
and quality

Nanospider™ technology enables nanofiber production that has been proven at the industrial scale. Our unique free‑surface electrospinning process enables production of a nanofiber web with high fiber density while maintaining superior uniformity and consistency of morphology. Spinning solution is carefully dosed from a closed system which is a prerequisite for maintaining consistent material specifications during long‑term production.

Scalability

The complete portfolio of our devices is based on Nanospider™ technology, which can be easily scaled up from a laboratory machine to an industrial production line. Therefore, your research results are easily transferable for industrial use.

Within industrial lines, an assembly of up to 4 electrospinning units in one production line can be designed in cases where increased production volume is required.

Flexibility
of settings

Within industrial lines, an assembly of up to 4 electrospinning units in one production line can be designed in cases where increased production volume is required.

Nanospider™ technology makes it possible to optimize nanofiber production by precisely controlling many process parameters which affect the final product:

polymer solution specifications (conductivity, temperature, surface tension, etc.)
environmental specifications (temperature, humidity, etc.)
base material specifications (cross and surface electrical resistance, etc.)
device specifications (voltage, electrode distance, etc.)

Simplicity

Nanospider™ technology is mechanically simple, and is built from highly resistant materials that are compatible with most polymer solutions. We use high‑quality and reliable mechanical and electronic elements in all of our equipment.

The device can be comfortably operated by 1‑2 people (depending on the size of the machine).

Important milestones

2003

PROF. JIRSÁK FROM THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF LIBEREC IS DEVELOPING THE UNIQUE NANOSPIDER TECHNOLOGY FOR THE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION OF NANOFIBERS

2004

CONCLUSION OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF LIBEREC

2006

DELIVERY OF THE FIRST INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION LINE WITH NANOSPIDER™ TECHNOLOGY

2007

ELMARCO IS THE ONLY PRODUCER OF MACHINERY FOR THE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION OF NANOFIBERS IN THE WORLD

2008

ESTABLISHMENT OF A 3000 M² RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER

2010

PRESENTATION OF OWN NEW GENERATION OF NANOSPIDER™ TECHNOLOGY - LINEA LINE

2012

DELIVERY OF PRECISION PROCESS AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

2012

FIRST 100 MACHINES INSTALLED

2016

200 MACHINES ALREADY INSTALLED

2020

PRODUCTION AREA DOUBLED

2022

INTRODUCING THE NEW INFINITY LINE

Our lines peripherals

Air conditioning unit

the air conditioner sets ideal conditions inside the electrospinning chamber
serves for precise control of process humidity and temperature for producing nanofibers

MORE ABOUT AIR CONDITIONING UNITS

Adhesion module

this ensures that the layer of nanofibers applied to the substrate will adhere without delamination failures
used for applying liquid dispersion adhesives to various base materials with smooth and structured surfaces

Hot air dryer

ensures additional drying of the produced nanomaterial
layers of nanofibers leave the electrospinning unit with some residual moisture or solvent content, and for this reason the layer must be properly dried before winding

Winding and unwinding

both the unwinder and winder form steel frames with motors that drive the unwinding and winding pneumatic shafts
the device enables two-way rewinding of the underlying material.

We provide the equipment through an external supplier.

Polymer Preparation System Compact

prepares solutions of polymers suitable for electrospinning
it consists of a mixer, a cabinet with a heating and cooling unit, an accumulation tank and a connection point
the operation is almost fully automated, except solid polymers must be added manually through a funnel

TEXTEST measuring device

used for continuous measurement of air permeability, pressure drop, and airflow resistance on moving materials.
the measurement takes place in real time, and a comprehensive protocol is generated after its completion

We provide the equipment through an external supplier.