Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Achieves Milestone In Spider Silk Production
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc., a leading innovator in spider silk-based fibres, has announced the production of over 1,200 pounds of recombinant spider silk cocoons in the past 12 months. This output surpasses the company’s cumulative production from all previous years, marking a major milestone in scaling spider silk for commercial use.
The surge in production was driven by Kraig Labs’ latest hybrid spider silk production strain, which utilizes genetically engineered silkworms to produce spider silk-based fibres. This breakthrough highlights the company’s ability to transition from laboratory innovation to scalable, sustainable production.
Kim Thompson, Founder and CEO of Kraig Labs, expressed enthusiasm about the achievement, stating: “This milestone is a testament to the significant progress our team has made in optimizing spider silk production. It positions us to meet the global demand for performance fibres across various consumer markets.”
With a focus on creating a reliable and scalable production model, Kraig Labs continues to establish itself as a leader in recombinant spider silk manufacturing. This accomplishment paves the way for increased production capacity and accelerated commercialization of eco-friendly, high-performance silk fibres for diverse applications.
