2 Companies in Louvain-La-Neuve

IT4IP S.A., established in 2006 in Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium, produces membranes using a patented track-etching process. The resulting thin porous films filter gases and liquids, with pore sizes controlled from 10 nanometers to several tens of micrometers. The technology applies to polycarbonate, polyester, and polyimide polymers capable of withstanding extreme temperature, mechanical, physical, and chemical conditions. Membranes are supplied as rolls or pre-cut disks across a wide porosity range. Production takes place in a controlled environment compliant with ISO 9001, ensuring the cleanliness needed for biomedical applications and high reproducibility. Applications include asbestos particle and cell separation, diffusion control in biosensors, and in vitro cell culture.

CLIPPARD EUROPE SA is a Belgian operation of a company founded in 1941 that remains family-owned. Manufacturing takes place in Cincinnati and Fairfield, Ohio, while the European distribution and technical support center is located in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium. The company produces miniature pneumatic components for applications requiring precision, reliability and quality. All products undergo compliance testing to meet rigorous quality and performance standards. Clippard serves markets including semiconductors, printing, automotive and packaging, with products designed to match the specifications of each application.