Anti-adhesion molecular coatings for bakeware using plasma technology
Ultra-thin nanoscale coatings applied via PVD vacuum deposition to deliver anti-stick, scratch-resistant surfaces on metal, alloy, and composite bakeware. Validated across materials from 10x10 cm to 1.2x1 m. Food-contact approved, low-cost per product, and compatible with recycling.
Overview
This solution provides ultra-thin anti-adhesion molecular coatings applied to bakeware products made of metals, alloys, and composite materials. Using PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) vacuum technology, the team deposits tailored nanoscale chemical coatings that deliver non-stick performance combined with strong scratch resistance. The approach meets key industry requirements including low per-unit modification cost, easy cleaning after use, and no negative impact on recycling streams. All coating chemistries used are approved for direct food contact.
Technical specifications
- Deposition method: PVD vacuum deposition of nanoscale molecular coatings
- Substrate compatibility: metals, alloys, composites, and previously validated on glass
- Validated size range: from 10 x 10 cm samples up to 1.2 x 1 m or larger panels
- Key performance properties: anti-adhesion, scratch resistance, and easy-clean surface behavior
- Customization: coating chemistry and process conditions are tailored per substrate and application
- Regulatory status: all materials used are direct food-contact approved
- Process advantage: single-product modification with low cost and no interference with recycling
Technology readiness level
The technology has been repeatedly validated on diverse materials including glass, metals, alloys, and composites, with sample sizes ranging from small coupons to large panels. Results consistently show that required anti-adhesive and scratch-resistance properties can be achieved after adjustment testing. Future validation will focus on new original coating compositions tailored to client-supplied bakeware, process optimization, and scale-up to final production dimensions. An estimated 3 to 6 months of experimental trials is anticipated for full evaluation and refinement.
About West Pomeranian University of Technology
West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin is a public technical university with 11 faculties and an applied‑research profile serving regional and international industry. Industry engagement runs through the Regional Centre for Innovation & Technology Transfer, which provides partner matchmaking, IP and licensing support, and serves as an Enterprise Europe Network node. In the Baltic port city of Szczecin, the university sits near transport and manufacturing hubs and connects to a regional science and technology park that catalyzes collaboration. Research is supported by competitive national and European funding. Commercialization services streamline licensing, contract research, and startup pathways.
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