Katchem spol. s r. o.
About us
Katchem spol. s r.o. is a modern and innovative company with significant research potential. By utilizing our own research capabilities, we actively develop new technologies, primarily focusing on the field of boron chemistry. Our portfolio encompasses laboratory and pilot-scale contract manufacturing services.
The diverse products offered by Katchem find applications across a wide range of industries, including the chemical, electrochemical, energy, and medical sectors. Our production line comprises over 200 boron compounds, which are primarily distributed to research institutions, universities, and laboratories in the European Union, the United States, Japan, and other regions worldwide.
Among the company's key activities is the manufacturing and marketing of original initiators for the anionic polymerization of lactams - specifically DILACTAMATE KATCHEM and DILACTAMATE KATCHEM S products.
Products & services
Boron Clusters Suitable as Solid Electrolytes
Boron clusters offer outstanding ionic conductivity and chemical stability, making them excellent candidates for solid electrolytes in next-generation batteries. These materials enable safer, longer-lasting, and more efficient energy storage solutions, driving Innovation in electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Battery properties: high ionic conductivity; versatile applications; chemical resistance; thermal stability; exceptional safety; long cycle life.
Dilactamate Katchem
Dilactamate Katchem® and Dilactamate Katchem S® are superior initiators for the anionic polymerization of caprolactam to PA-6. Their main advantage over other catalysts such as sodium lactamate is very high tolerance to moisture, which allows reducing costs by using technical grade caprolactam and working without the protection of inert gas. The resulting polymer shows increased toughness, resistance to low temperature and very low internal stress. The typical products are rods, plates, cylinders, gears, pulleys or semi-finished products such as insulated rail joints. High abrasion resistance makes PA-6 the material of choice for machinery parts in the mining industry and similar applications. Dilactamate Katchem® and Dilactamate Katchem S® are superior initiators for the anionic polymerization of caprolactam to PA-6. Their main advantage over other catalysts such as sodium lactamate is very high tolerance to moisture, which allows reducing costs by using technical grade caprolactam and working without the protection of inert gas. The resulting polymer shows increased toughness, resistance to low temperature and very low internal stress. The typical products are rods, plates, cylinders, gears, pulleys or semi-finished products such as insulated rail joints. High abrasion resistance makes PA-6 the material of choice for machinery parts in the mining industry and similar applications. Dilactamate Katchem S® is a second generation initiator, which was developed especially for large castings, where the exothermic reaction and crystallization can cause local overheating and formation of inhomogeneities and bubbles. The special composition reduces the risk of overheating and leads to overall better homogeneity of the resulting polymer. It uses the same dosage and handling as Dilactamate Katchem® and has no known disadvantages compared to this original, well established initiator.
Boron Neutron Capture Therapy
Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT) is a revolutionary cancer treatment that targets tumours with precision while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. Our boron-based compounds are designed to deliver maximum effectiveness in BNCT applications, supporting the development of safer and more efficient therapies for patients worldwide. BNCT works by introducing boron-containing compounds into cancer cells and the exposing the affected area to a beam of low-energy neutrons. When neutrons interact with boron atoms, they produce high-energy particles that destroy the cancer cells from within, while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. This targeted approach makes BNCT a promising and less invasive treatment for difficult-to-treat tumours.
Polyborazylene
Polyborazylene is a fine powder and an oligomer derived from borazine by dehydrogenation and polymerisation. It has molecular structure that lies between monomeric borazine and the final polymeric structure of hexagonal boron nitride. Its molecular structure and physical properties depend on the degree of polymerisation, particularly the reaction temperature and duration. It acts as a pre-ceramic polymer precursor – you can shape it (grind, disperse, coat) and heat it to convert it to boron-nitride rich material. Properties of polyborazylene: low friction coefficient; chemical stability; air stability; high toughness; high electrical resistance; self-reinforcing capability.
Research and Development (R&D)
We offer research and development capacities, primarily in the field of boron chemistry. We have successfully completed dozens of joint research projects with the range of research institutions and private companies in our 30 years history on the market. We have well-equipped laboratories with technological and analytical equipment. Our expert team is experiencedWe research, prepare and develop world-class production technologies in the field of boron chemistry. A large proportion of our experts have also worked in the basic research. They are familiar with the academic environment and have experience in project management with implementation. Teams consisting of both commercial and academic experts. We have experience in dealing with projects within international consortia and highly capable. We are a strong partner with a wealth of experience; our development focuses on the most efficient and cheapest production technologies; we have a dominant market position with many of our products; we supply our products all over the world; we produce a range of products that we have developed in our laboratories ourselves; we have well-equipped laboratories.