News: Xeros and BASF to find the right chemistry
The journey towards commercialisation for the virtually waterless washing machine developed by innovative Rotherham company, Xeros, has received another boost with a new partnership secured with world leading chemical company, BASF.
The Leeds University spin-out, based on the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP), has developed a patented system using a unique method of special polymer beads rather than the usual large amounts of fresh water to clean clothes. Instead a small amount of water is added to loosen clothing stains and activate the beads.
Germany's BASF is "The Chemical Company" and has developed chemicals throughout its history that we take for granted, including synthetic dyes, soda, sulfuric acid and ammonia. Its scientists will now work with experts at Xeros to develop polymer beads based on engineering plastics that will increase the cleaning power in laundry applications.
Bill Westwater, chief executive officer of Xeros Ltd: "This is an exciting time for Xeros. Our growth strategy is on target, building on the momentum of our international expansion into the United States via our subsidiary Xeros Inc.
"This long-term partnership with BASF solidifies the future of our revolutionary cleaning system, bringing us together with one of the world's most powerful companies in terms of chemical engineering, product performance and social responsibility."
Matthias Dietrich, head of business development at BASF's Engineering Plastics Europe, added: "On the one side, as a globally active chemical company we can support Xeros through our global network and the worldwide availability of our materials. On the other side we can make use of our strong research and development base which can provide tailormade plastics with specific combinations of properties."
With installations underway in three distinct segments of the commercial laundry industry, Xeros will formally launch its new system to the worldwide commercial laundry market at the June 2013 Clean Show in New Orleans.
The Xeros cleaning system comprises a special washing machine designed to release the beads into the drum for cleaning, and which then removes the beads from the clothes once the cleaning is complete. With at least 70% less water, up to 50% less energy and approximately 50% less detergent, the Xeros system delivers superior cleaning results compared to conventional washing. The beads have a lifespan of hundreds of washes before being collected and recycled.
Through the use of polymer bead technology, the Xeros cleaning process has shown to be more effective than traditional “soap and water” methods. By combining the beads' molecular structure with a proprietary detergent solution, the result is a superior cleaning medium that beats even water. The dirt from soiled items is attracted and absorbed by the beads, producing cleaner results.
A £10m funding round was completed in March to accelerate the roll-out of the Xeros commercial laundry cleaning system and finalise the development of a household system to replace conventional washing machines.
Xeros website
Images: Xeros
The Leeds University spin-out, based on the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP), has developed a patented system using a unique method of special polymer beads rather than the usual large amounts of fresh water to clean clothes. Instead a small amount of water is added to loosen clothing stains and activate the beads.
Germany's BASF is "The Chemical Company" and has developed chemicals throughout its history that we take for granted, including synthetic dyes, soda, sulfuric acid and ammonia. Its scientists will now work with experts at Xeros to develop polymer beads based on engineering plastics that will increase the cleaning power in laundry applications.
Bill Westwater, chief executive officer of Xeros Ltd: "This is an exciting time for Xeros. Our growth strategy is on target, building on the momentum of our international expansion into the United States via our subsidiary Xeros Inc.
"This long-term partnership with BASF solidifies the future of our revolutionary cleaning system, bringing us together with one of the world's most powerful companies in terms of chemical engineering, product performance and social responsibility."
Matthias Dietrich, head of business development at BASF's Engineering Plastics Europe, added: "On the one side, as a globally active chemical company we can support Xeros through our global network and the worldwide availability of our materials. On the other side we can make use of our strong research and development base which can provide tailormade plastics with specific combinations of properties."
With installations underway in three distinct segments of the commercial laundry industry, Xeros will formally launch its new system to the worldwide commercial laundry market at the June 2013 Clean Show in New Orleans.
The Xeros cleaning system comprises a special washing machine designed to release the beads into the drum for cleaning, and which then removes the beads from the clothes once the cleaning is complete. With at least 70% less water, up to 50% less energy and approximately 50% less detergent, the Xeros system delivers superior cleaning results compared to conventional washing. The beads have a lifespan of hundreds of washes before being collected and recycled.
Through the use of polymer bead technology, the Xeros cleaning process has shown to be more effective than traditional “soap and water” methods. By combining the beads' molecular structure with a proprietary detergent solution, the result is a superior cleaning medium that beats even water. The dirt from soiled items is attracted and absorbed by the beads, producing cleaner results.
A £10m funding round was completed in March to accelerate the roll-out of the Xeros commercial laundry cleaning system and finalise the development of a household system to replace conventional washing machines.
Xeros website
Images: Xeros
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