SINTX Technologies Innovates Agricultural Sector: Rolls out a New Subsidiary and Patent for Antimicrobial Agribiotech Market

In an exciting development, SINTX Technologies, known for its prowess in advanced ceramics for medical and technical applications, has broadened its horizons. The company recently announced the issuance of International Patent No. 7635292, covering innovative agricultural applications of its silicon nitride technology, particularly for plant protection and antimicrobial treatment. Furthermore, SINTX has secured a U.S. Patent No. 11,591,217, forming an impressive patent portfolio that addresses the burgeoning antimicrobial agribiotech market.

Showcasing its adaptability, the company may have made its name in the medical field, but it’s swiftly capitalising on glassware’s possible applications in adjacent sectors. To accelerate its goals, SINTX has launched a wholly-owned subsidiary, SINTX Agribiotech, Inc., which includes a dedicated management team committed to advancing agricultural and environmental technologies.

Crucially, the agribiotech subsidiary will operate independently, allowing for targeted resource allocation, technology validation and potential partnerships. The company is poised to apply silicon nitride to vineyards, orchards, farmlands and hydroponic facilities, possibly starting with wine production.

Interim studies suggest that silicon nitride offers robust antifungal protection from grapevine downy mildew – a disastrous disease that wreaks havoc in vineyards. As per the study, application of silicon nitride drastically reduces the growth of the disease by 80–90%, showing complete protection in selected trials. Thus, unlocking the unforeseen capabilities of silicon nitride can revolutionize the face of wine production among other agricultural applications.