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RELAXES THE HIDE & INCREASES YIELD

Where performance begins. The future of beamhouse.

PRIME BEAM TECHNOLOGY

Process for the beamhouse phase designed to elevate the qualitative and environmental standards of modern tanning.
Optimizing the very initial stages of raw hide processing means laying perfect structural foundations for all subsequent operations, from the drum to finishing.
 
PrimeBeam Technology replaces traditional lime- and sulfide-based treatments, by controlled and delicate governance of the initial drum process phase, acting selectively on the dermis to relax the fibers while preserving the uniformity and quality of the leather. The tangible advantage: up to +5% production yield (one extra hide every 20*) and greater usable surface area. Fewer waste products, greater sustainability.
 
 1   Ultra-targeted action
It acts selectively on Dermatan Sulfate Proteoglycan (DSP), which holds the fibrils together.
 
2 Controlled bond scission
By selectively dissolving its chains, it replicates the action of lime while completely eliminating its negative effects.
 
3 Dermis preservation
Maximum structural uniformity between the surface and the deeper layers of the dermis.
 
This performance improvement ensures exceptional leather uniformity in subsequent phases, guaranteeing rapid penetration of tanning agents and enhancing dyeing and finishing performance.

Collagen Treatment: Fiber Action Comparison

Traditional tanning

Lime + sulfide or non-selective proteolytic enzymes

Non-selective action: damage to the protein core and complete removal of GAGs
  • Hydrolysis and cleavage of the DSP protein core
  • Degradation of connecting proteins
  • Complete solubilization and removal of GAG chains
  • Separation of collagen fibrils
  • Drastic treatments with lime and sulfide

Result:
Open and irregular fiber structure.

Loss of structural integrity
Weakened fibers – Reduced mechanical strength – Higher risk of tearing

Reduced hydration
Loss of water-binding capacity – Drier and stiffer leather

Inferior appearance
Open grain – Poor compactness
Reduced durability

Selective Enzymatic Tanning

BIOTASE SCR LIQ.

Selective action: removal of GAG chains while keeping the protein core intact
  • Biotase SCR Liq. selectively hydrolyzes the glycosidic bonds of GAG chains
  • GAG chains are shortened and partially removed
  • The DSP protein core remains intact
  • Collagen fibrils remain connected and compact
  • Lime and sulfide usage is reduced

Result:
Preserved structure. Compact and resistant fibers.

Maintained structural integrity
Strong and compact fibers – High mechanical strength – Lower risk of tearing

Better hydration
More stable structure – Greater water-binding and water-retaining capacity

Superior quality
Fine and compact grain – Softness and fullness – Longer durability

The innovation that translates into higher yield and greater value.

Thanks to the selective efficiency of PrimeBeam Technology in the initial beamhouse phases, we are able to transform your tannery’s production yield.

The +5% that changes your numbers

The adoption of our system enables a 5% increase in the yield of finished leather at the end of the tanning process.

The efficiency of the Dermacolor process guarantees you the equivalent of one extra hide for every 20 produced.

The ability to recover uniformity and structure on lower-quality hides—particularly on the flanks and belly—transforms raw material previously discarded or downgraded into high-quality finished product.

This is not just about aesthetics, but a solid industrial recovery strategy: every single processed hide expresses its maximum potential, drastically reducing upstream waste and maximizing downstream revenue.

The increase in production yield blends perfectly with the sustainability philosophy of PrimeBeam Technology.

Achieving higher production does not mean increasing the environmental footprint, but rather making better use of resources already in process, cutting costs per unit of product, and strengthening your competitiveness in the global market.

* The stated performances refer to specific test conditions. Actual yield may vary depending on the size, type, and characteristics of the hides, as well as the conditions and parameters of the production process.mpetitiveness in the global market.

Measurable Environmental Benefits

The innovative Dermacolor technology for the beamhouse phase redefines sustainability standards in the tanning process, combining high processing performance with a significant reduction in environmental impact.

The achieved benefits are concrete, measurable, and verifiable, resulting in a significant decrease in the main environmental load parameters. The reported results highlight the technology’s potential to reduce sludge, COD, and ammonia emissions, contributing to a more sustainable and competitive tanning production.

Prime Beam Technology is a beamhouse process designed by Dermacolor to elevate the quality and environmental standards of modern tanning, using 100% ZDHC certified products.

Sludge Reduction
The drastic reduction in lime usage directly translates into a massive decrease in inorganic wastewater treatment sludge

COD Reduction (Wastewater)
Extraordinary decrease in Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) consistently recorded within wastewater discharge.

Ammonia Abatement
Drastic reduction in volatile ammonia and nitrogen emissions, ensuring safe and compliant working environments.

Chemical Reduction
Lower consumption of chemical substances in the process and treatments, offering economic advantages and reducing environmental impact.

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