Fiber technology

Discover the diverse possibilities of fiber technology

Spinning process

Get to know our extensive and variable systems for solution and melt spinning on a laboratory and pilot plant scale. We place particular emphasis on the development of environmentally friendly and efficient spinning technologies. Structure-property relationships play a significant role in generating the optimum material properties. With our analytical capabilities for structure characterization, we can draw specific conclusions for the corresponding spinning technology and thus create innovative solutions.

Bio-based man-made fibers

The use of bio-based man-made fibers is currently experiencing impressive growth. These sustainable materials offer an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional fibers. Viscose, Lyocell and other cellulosic regenerated fibers are just a few examples of these diverse alternatives. They are made from renewable resources such as wood and therefore help to reduce the use of non-renewable resources. But that's not all. Alternative cellulose raw material sources such as orange peel or recycled cotton are also becoming increasingly important. Thanks to innovative technologies and research results, we can use these materials efficiently and create new opportunities. At the same time, biodegradable plastics such as polylactic acid (PLA) and polybutylene succinate (PBS) are playing an increasingly important role. Not only do they offer an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plastics, they also help to reduce the use of non-renewable resources.

Synthetic fibers made from recyclable polymers

In the textile industry, the importance of staple fibers made from recyclable polymers is steadily increasing, particularly in the context of sustainability and the responsible use of resources. A pioneer in this area is recycled PET (bottle-to-fiber), which has already reached a production share of around 15 percent. In addition, regenerated cellulose fibers are also becoming increasingly important. These fibers are obtained from cellulose in cotton offcuts from production or recycled used textiles or alternative raw material streams for cellulose, such as orange peel.

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