Tissue Simulation

Unconventional Applications of Gelatin

While gelatin is commonly associated with culinary uses, its versatility extends far beyond the kitchen. In the field of ballistics, blocks of gelatin are utilized for testing purposes. However, did you know that ballistic gelatin also plays a crucial role in aviation safety? The German Aerospace Center (DLR) uses gelatin-based artificial birds in their tests to simulate bird strikes on aircraft. These tests are essential for assessing the impact of bird collisions on engines, wings, and other parts of the fuselage.

Automotive and Safety Testing

The same concept applies to automotive safety. Gelatin can simulate car crashes involving wildlife, such as deer, providing valuable data for developing safer vehicle designs. Additionally, it is used to replicate hand and arm injuries caused by drones and quadcopters, contributing to advancements in personal safety equipment.

Medical Training and Research

In the medical field, gelatin once again proves its worth. The German Cancer Research Center employs gelatin "phantoms" to model human tissue, allowing medical trainees to practice intricate surgical procedures in a realistic yet controlled environment. This application is vital for honing the skills of future surgeons and improving patient outcomes.

Entertainment and Art

Gelatin's applications are not limited to scientific and safety domains. In the world of entertainment, it creates some of the most terrifying creatures seen in movies, Halloween attractions, and carnivals. But gelatin isn't just for spooky effects; it also enables the creation of stunning art pieces. Artists use hot gelatin poured into molds to produce detailed sculptures, many of which are showcased in exhibitions globally.

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GELITA^® BALLISTIC

The Perfect Base for Tissue Simulation

Ballistic Gelatin immediately conjures the image of a crime scene, but it is not only used in forensic labs, it is also a very reliable and useful material for tissue simulations in medical applications, crash tests and simulations.

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Biofuel

A Step Towards Sustainable Energy

In the biofuel industry, we play a crucial role by supplying high-quality animal fat, a key ingredient in the production of biodiesel. Our GELIFAT^® is responsibly sourced and processed to meet the stringent standards required of this industry.

Fertilizer

Efficient Solutions for Sustainable Harvests and Eco-Friendly Farming

The world needs food! And increasing global populations continue to shine a spotlight on the ever-growing requirement for efficient and environmentally friendly agriculture. Our GELIMIN^® minerals can help to increase the yield of crops: they compensate for the loss of washed-out soil phosphates. In industrial farming, phosphates are indispensible; but as these natural resources become more and more limited, GELITA provides an additional supply and a source of phosphates for fertilizer production.

Restoration & Fine Arts

Keeping Our History Alive

Gelatin restores photographs, films, and historical documents, as a natural adhesive. From antique furniture to master violins, and even stucco marble in buildings, gelatin's versatility ensures our cherished past remains intact for future generations.

Technical

A Key Component for Industrial Solutions

GELITA’s technological innovations span various technical applications as well. We provide solutions for cleaning additives, metalworking fluids, paper coating, and biofuels, contributing to enhanced performance and sustainability. Our expertise also supports the restoration and fine arts, tissue simulation for biomedicine, and effective coatings that meet diverse industry needs.

Paper Coating

Solutions for a Better Environment

Plastic packaging has become a significant environmental concern, contributing to pollution in various forms such as long-lasting microplastics in soil, oceans, and even in the human body.
Consequently, it is crucial to urgently seek alternatives to plastic packaging. One potential solution lies in the use of paper-based packaging materials.

Galvanization Aid

Enhancing Quality and Efficiency in Electroplating

In the galvanic industry, gelatin is a well-known additive in the bath solutions. It serves multiple functions, including increasing or decreasing the mobility of ions in the electrolytic solution, complexing with metal ions, increasing overpotential to ensure a uniform deposit of metal atoms on the surface, and influencing the morphology of metal crystals.

Metalworking Fluids

Cooling and Lubricating of Workpieces and Equipment

Globally, thousands of tons of metalworking fluids (MWFs) are consumed each year. Those fluids are indispensable for protecting workpieces and equipment against abrasive wear and overheating during lathing, drilling, milling or grinding. Despite an uncertain economic climate, the demand for these fluids has continued to grow steadily.

Cleaning Additives

Enhancing the Effectiveness of Cleaning Agents

Cleaning additives are formulated to enhance the effectiveness of cleaning agents by improving their ability to remove tough stains and dirt from various surfaces. Conventional cleaning agents often use water-repellent substances such as wax or silicones to prevent renewed soiling. Both produce residues that hamper the removal of water-insoluble dirt.