KCL (Oy Keskuslaboratorio-Centrallaboratorium Ab)

KCL (Oy Keskuslaboratorio-Centrallaboratorium Ab) is a service provider specializing in research, piloting, and laboratory testing for the bioeconomy and forest industries. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes fiber processing, dispersion and extrusion coating, printing, finishing, and contract manufacturing. By providing scalable, open-access facilities, KCL enables clients to transition innovations from laboratory concepts to industrial-scale pilot production, helping them develop sustainable, fiber-based products and novel biomaterials.

These services are critical for organizations looking to accelerate their R&D processes, validate new solutions, and achieve market entry with confidence. KCL operates an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory that provides performance testing, chemical analysis, and microbiological assessments. With over 100 years of history, the company collaborates with global partners to support circular economy initiatives, barrier material development, and the optimization of biomass processing, ensuring that product development is both efficient and aligned with environmental standards.