Biotechnology or chemistry?
or the longest time this was a question of principle when it came to producing
fne chemicals, polymers or fuel. In the bioeconomy the best of both worlds
is used – anything goes if it is technically feasible. To bring a process from
feasibility to reality takes a lot of technical equipment and at ACHEMA
2018 you can fnd it all. From laboratory furnishings to huge stainless steel tanks
to engineering companies who assemble the parts, ACHEMA brings technology
into bio-technology. To visit every one of the 150+ companies who have assigned
themselves to the focal topic would mean a tour through almost every hall. Just
follow the ‘Biotech for Chemistry’ icon on the hall foor, which marks the stand of
every associated exhibitor. If you accept this challenge, I salute you.
Give your feet a break every now and then, too and lend an ear to the extensive
congress programme. Room ‘Harmonie 3’ in CMF is the place to be on Tuesday and
Wednesday to listen to talks that go with the focal topic.
This magazine is your guide to ACHEMA 2018 focal topic ‘Biotech for Chemistry’ so
make good use of it and enjoy the trade show.
Dr. Thomas Scheuring
CEO DECHEMA Ausstellungs-Gmb
WELCOME
Dr. Thomas Scheuring,
© DECHEMA
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