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History

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The production of nitrocellulose has a long tradition in our company, dating back to the 1920s. The Pardubice plant was one of the first industrial enterprises in the former Czechoslovakia to specialise in this key raw material, particularly for the production of explosives.

Over the decades, we have undergone a number of changes and technological developments. However, the essentials remain the same: an emphasis on quality, strong regional ties and a team of qualified experts who continue the legacy of previous generations and drive our production towards modern, safe and sustainable solutions.

Key milestones in the company´s history

1920

Československá akciová továrna na látky výbušné (Czechoslovak Joint Stock Factory for Explosive Materials) is established in Pardubice, marking the beginning of our company´s history.

1923

Production of energetic nitrocellulose launched

1925

In-house production of nitric and sulfuric acid launched

1950

Production of industrial nitrocellulose launched

1990s

Gradual development of oxidised cellulose

2006

A new plant for the production of oxidised cellulose and its derivatives

2009

Local transport water filtration system

2010

CE certification obtained for oxidised cellulose-based haemostatic agents sold under the OKCEL® brand

New Bowas No. 1 nitrocellulose deacidification technology introduced

A wastewater treatment plant for nitrocellulose production completed

2012

New Bowas No. 2 energy nitrocellulose deacidification technology

2016

Modernization of the control system for the production of 53% nitric acid

2019

Modernization of the sulfuric acid production control system

Reconstruction of the concentration stages of the waste acid regeneration unit

Investment in “New large-volume autoclaves” completed

2024

Establishment of Synthesia Nitrocellulose, a.s.

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