Microencapsulation was invented in the 1950's by National Cash Register in Dayton, Ohio for the carbonless copy paper industry. From there the uses for the technology seemed almost endless and a wide variety of industries began to utilize different shell materials, internal phases and techniques to manufacture microcapsules for their specific end use. Lipo Technologies Inc. was incorporated in 1990 and we are a privately held company. Before we became Lipo Technologies we were Djinni Industries, whose claim to fame was encapsulated liquid crystal for mood rings and thermometers. Once we became Lipo we expanded our technology platforms and our customer base. At LTI we consider our true advantage our versatility. We think of ourselves as a solution provider and we come to you with our "toolbox" to help you solve your toughest production dilemmas. Please visit our website to get a brief overview of just some of the technologies we utilize and contact us to discuss your project in further detail.

Friday, September 11, 2009

Lipobead / Microbeads

LipoBead –
This product line is made via an extrusion / spheronization process. It is a pigmented semi-solid matrix that can contain both hydrophobic and hydrophilic core materials. They are primarily composed of cellulose and lactose (mannitol can also be used in place of the lactose as a non-animal derived option). They are available in two sizes 700 microns avg. & 1500 microns avg. These are great for high speed filling lines or high shear processes that may rupture the traditional microcapsules.

Some Facts on Lipobead:
  • Supplied as dry microbeads
  • Hydrate in aqueous formulations in approx 4-6 hours
  • When the product is applied, microbeads disappear upon rub out
  • Can withstand high shear processing without breaking
  • Two size ranges:
    • 700 microns average
    • 1500 microns average
  • Can contain hydrophobic or hydrophilic core materials.
  • Popular internal phases:
    • Vitamins A, E and C
    • Natural oils such as Tea Tree Oil
    • Antibacterial agents such as Triclosan.
  • Lipobeads™ contain a maximum load of 5%.


Visit this page of our web site for additional information: http://www.lipotechnologies.com/lipobead.htm