London chemtech develops “game-changing” solution to eliminate cancer chemicals

An Imperial College chemtech spin-out company has developed a solution to eliminate cancer-causing chemicals from water.

Puraffinity, has developed a smart material which removes hazardous pollutants from water in a range of settings including environmental remediation, point of use systems, industrial manufacturing facilities, and commercial airports and air bases.

The project was supported by Analysis for Innovators (A4I), a grant funding programme which gives businesses access to R&D and expertise. A4I is run by Innovate UK, the UK’s national innovation agency. Puraffinity also partnered with the National Measurement Laboratory .

Henrik Hagemann, CEO of Puraffiinity, said: “Innovate UK’s A4I programme has transformed our business.

“Funded access to cutting-edge R&D and expertise has accelerated our capacity to use cutting-edge materials science and creative engineering to benefit human health and the environment.

“We’re thrilled about our growth prospects and the opportunity to develop into an emerging materials science leader with UK-based manufacturing.

“We’re also looking to continue working with the team at the National Measurement Laboratory who have become a part of the extended Puraffinity network.”

Simon Yarwood, KT Manager, A4I at Innovate UK KTN, commented: “The impact of man-made chemicals on the environment and human health is an increasing global concern.

“Puraffinity’s innovation designed to create sustainable solutions to remove these harmful chemicals from our water is worthy of the support from the A4I grant funding competition.”

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