The Heart of A.W.P.Research and Development
Scientific Research
Scientific research is the fundamental pillar of A.W.P.
We constantly invest in advanced studies to update our knowledge on the new emerging needs. in the field of animal nutrition and health. We continuously collaborate with research institutes, universities and industry experts to develop innovative evidence-based solutions.
At the A.W.P. we believe that in-depth knowledge is essential to ensure animal welfare. For this reason, we are committed to funding and supporting a wide range of research projects covering different areas of interest, from animal biology to nutrition, from veterinary medicine to environmental management.
Purified Phytomolecules
One of our main areas of innovation involves the use of purified Phytomolecules obtained from botanical extracts. These molecules are derived from plants carefully selected for their beneficial properties: through advanced purification processes, we are able to isolate the most effective compounds. This approach allows us to harness the powerful natural properties of plants, offering safe and natural solutions to improve animal health.
Purified Phytomolecules represent a significant step forward in animal health management because they offer significant benefits without the side effects often associated with traditional chemical treatments. These molecules can perform a variety of functions, such as strengthening the immune system, improving digestion and helping prevent disease. Due to their natural origin, they are generally well tolerated by animals and can be easily integrated into their daily diet.
The ultimate goal is to provide farmers and animal owners with natural and effective tools to promote the well-being and survival rate of their animals, while contributing to environmental sustainability.
The Research and Development team in A.W.P. never stops: our scientific research focused on the intestinal and respiratory health of animals has created products with highly innovative carriers that grant a very high bioavailability, the release of the active ingredients throughout the entire gastro-intestinal tract and in the deeper tracts of the animal’s respiratory system.
At the same time, the carriers used by A.W.P. guarantee heat and mechanical stability during all phases of feed and premix production.
Advanced Extraction Technologies
We use state-of-the-art extraction technologies to obtain Phytomolecules with a high degree of purity. These advanced processes allow us to isolate the most potent and beneficial compounds found in plants, ensuring each product is safe and effective. The precision of our extraction techniques allows us to remove impurities and unwanted components.
During the extraction process, we take rigorous measures to preserve the bioactive properties of the Phytomolecules, preventing their degradation or loss of effectiveness. This ensures that our products retain all their original beneficial characteristics.
We constantly invest in research and development to refine our extraction techniques and discover new ways to make the most of the plants’ properties. The result is a range of natural and effective solutions of superior quality.
Net-shape Microencapsulation Technology
A.W.P. developed a special lipid-based technology to microencapsulate organic acids and Phytomolecules, which allows the release and maintenance of a high percentage of the organic acids in an undissociated form (Stop & Go technology), combined with the high immunostimulant efficacy of the Phytomelecules present in the composition. This technology ensures targeted effects in the entire gastrointestinal tract.
In particular, the special protection allows a pulsating chemical interaction (Stop & Go) between formate and citric acid due to their different pKa, throughout the whole gastrointestinal tract. As a result, a high amount of formic acid is released in a non-dissociated form in the different gastrointestinal districts, having a strong impact on the health of the gizzard or stomach and intestine, in synergy with the immunostimulant, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of the Phytomolecules.
You can find the result of this technology in the WLF product.
Double protection process: the reaction between formate and citric acid present in the granule begins when the formate and citric acid come into contact with the gastrointestinal environment: a high amount of formic acid is released maintaining the undissociated form. The release dynamic is “pulsating” (Stop & Go)
Innovation Research Development
A.W.P. collaborates with research centers and universities around the world and carefully monitors field results, also in partnership with key customers in private experimental stations.
The A.W.P. R&D team never stops: our scientific research focused on the intestinal and respiratory health of animals has created products with highly innovative carriers that grant a very high bioavailability, the release of the active ingredients throughout the entire gastro-intestinal tract and in the deeper tracts of the animal’s respiratory system.
At the same time, the carriers used by A.W.P. guarantee heat and mechanical stability during all phases of feed and premix production.
Innovation in Products
MixOil® and Toxinfibre
Among our flagship products, MixOil® and Toxinfibre are concrete examples of our ability to innovate.
Antioxidant and immunostimulant properties
MixOil® is strongly anti-oxidant, supports the immune system and protects animals against respiratory and enteric diseases. Moreover, it enhances the digestion and increases the energetic level of the diet.
Polyphenols from purified lignin
Toxinfibre is based on Polyphenols from purified lignin with low molecular weight (5000 Dalton). Toxinfibre permanently sequesters toxins produced by bacteria or ingested with the food, without interfering with the digestibility and absorption of nutrients. Furthermore, Toxinfibre has an anti-oxidant power of 7000 Orac/g.
Synergy between products
In case of presence of exogenous or endogenous toxins, Toxinfibre can be used in synergy with MixOil® or one of the other products based on Phytomolecules, maximizing the final results. The synergy between MixOil® and Toxinfibre has revolutionized some applications in ruminants with a strong impact on enteric and respiratory problems, ketosis reduction, increase of milk yield in critical periods and improvement of meat yield and quality
How to make antibiotics effective again?
4PowerX can be the solution! The philosophy of A.W.P. is fundamentally aimed at offering solutions that drastically limit the use of antibiotics. However, there are cases in which antibiotics must be used for specific therapies and animals have the right to be treated with effective tools. With the 4PowerX we have created a composition that can support the effects of antibiotics by significantly increasing their effectiveness. For example: +60% with colistin and three times as much with methicillin.4PowerX is used in combination with any antibiotic. With 4PowerX we can avoid antibiotic overdose and/or their administration beyond the period prescribed by veterinarians. This is also animal welfare!
WLF: a method to deliver organic acids in undissociated form in the biological districts of animals
A.W.P. developed a special microencapsulation system (lipid net-shape microencapsulation) to perform the release of organic acids in undissociated form in the gastro-intestinal tract. The net-shape “Stop & Go” technology developed by A.W.P. allows the release and maintenance of a high percentage of organic acids such as formic acid in an undissociated form in combination with the high immunostimulant efficacy of the Phytomelecules present in the composition, ensuring targeted effects in the entire gastrointestinal tract. You can find this technology in the WLF product.
Sustainability and Animal Health
Reducing the Use of Antibiotics
Environmental Sustainability
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