SUSTAFIT – Sustainable fit-for-purpose nonwovens

🌿 Piloting as a Path to Sustainable Nonwovens 🌿 Piloting is a key way to developing innovative nonwoven materials, and the piloting facilities for the production of nonwovens at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) are second to none. Piloting allows innovative companies and researchers to scale up the production of nonwovens to pilot-level. Experimentation typically occurs in stages that gradually scale the production towards full production. The goal is to detect and solve emerging problems step-by-step, and thus gain confidence that the solution has the potential to turn into a stable and viable product and that production can be carried out in a safe manner. Read more about nonwoven materials in the SUSTAFIT Workbook 👉 https://lnkd.in/dXTTW-5t _____________________________ The textile industry, including nonwovens, faces global and rapidly growing challenges that necessitate a swift transition to a circular economy and sustainable business models. The SUSTAFIT Workbook, Sustainable Nonwovens of the Future – From Research Into Business Opportunities, provides insights into sustainable market opportunities, innovative technical perspectives, and strategies for building ecosystems within the nonwovens sector. 🟢 SUSTAFIT is a research project carried out by Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Aalto University. Project is funded by the participating companies, the research partners, and Business Finland. 🟢 Partners and co-operators: Fortum, UPM, Sulzer, Kemira, Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto Oy (LSJH), Anpap Airlaid, SPINNOVA®, Nordic Bioproducts Group Ltd, Rester Oy, Valmet, SharpCell Oy, NordShield®, Fiber-X Finland, JedX, Paptic Ltd, Mirka, and Lixea. 🟢 Collaborators: EDANA, the voice of nonwovens, The Nonwovens Institute, Saxon Textile Research Institute, NIRI | Next-Gen Fibres & Nonwovens 🟢 Project contacts: Pia Hautamäki 🌸, Ali Tehrani, Antti Oksanen #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #TextileIndustry #Nonwovens #Innovation #BusinessOpportunities

🌿 End-of-life Options for Nonwovens 🌿 Did you know that according to the general guidelines, many nonwoven fabrics should be sorted into mixed waste? The sustainability of materials and products is an important aspect today and it also applies to nonwoven fabrics. Raw materials are only one sustainability consideration, and more and more attention should be paid to the whole life cycle and circularity of products. Depending on the material and the intended use, other end-of-life options could also be considered for nonwovens. One end-of-life option for these materials could be organic waste treatment if the materials as such cannot be kept in closed-loop recycling. Organic recovery of a material by composting is an important alternative for reducing and recycling of materials by biological means. From the circular economy point of view, the recycling of nonwovens should also be considered. Read more about nonwoven materials in the SUSTAFIT Workbook 👉 https://lnkd.in/dXTTW-5t _____________________________ The textile industry, including nonwovens, faces global and rapidly growing challenges that necessitate a swift transition to a circular economy and sustainable business models. The SUSTAFIT Workbook, Sustainable Nonwovens of the Future – From Research Into Business Opportunities, provides insights into sustainable market opportunities, innovative technical perspectives, and strategies for building ecosystems within the nonwovens sector. 🟢 SUSTAFIT is a research project carried out by Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Aalto University. Project is funded by the participating companies, the research partners, and Business Finland. 🟢 Partners and co-operators: Fortum, UPM, Sulzer, Kemira, Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto Oy (LSJH), Anpap Airlaid, SPINNOVA®, Nordic Bioproducts Group Ltd, Rester Oy, Valmet, SharpCell Oy, NordShield®, Fiber-X Finland, JedX, Paptic Ltd, Mirka, and Lixea. 🟢 Collaborators: EDANA, the voice of nonwovens, The Nonwovens Institute, Saxon Textile Research Institute, NIRI | Next-Gen Fibres & Nonwovens 🟢 Project contacts: Pia Hautamäki 🌸, Ali Tehrani, Antti Oksanen Piia Kanto, Marita Hiipakka, Anna Garton #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #TextileIndustry #Nonwovens #Innovation #BusinessOpportunities

🌿 Advancing Research into Recycling Technologies and Sustainability Practices for Nonwovens 🌿 Research is crucial in the area of recycling technologies for single-use nonwovens, especially those used in hygiene products. According to the Waste to Resource Initiative report, there is a significant gap in effective recycling methods, pointing to an urgent need for innovative solutions that can transform nonwoven waste into a resource. Recycling 100% cellulose nonwovens into new nonwovens and textile fibres is feasible, although challenges arise from the presence of binders and impurities, necessitating their removal, which may increase recycling costs. In the SUSTAFIT research project, successful recycling of textile waste into nonwovens has yielded promising results. Within the project, we also managed to convert cellulosic nonwovens into textile fibres successfully through IONCELL technology. Future research should explore the sustainability of these practices, particularly in industries where disposable products are mandatory. The development of nonwovens that meet both safety and environmental standards could be a significant step forward, requiring a multidisciplinary approach that balances regulatory compliance with environmental sustainability. Read more about nonwoven materials in the SUSTAFIT Workbook 👉 https://lnkd.in/dXTTW-5t _____________________________ The textile industry, including nonwovens, faces global and rapidly growing challenges that necessitate a swift transition to a circular economy and sustainable business models. The SUSTAFIT Workbook, Sustainable Nonwovens of the Future – From Research Into Business Opportunities, provides insights into sustainable market opportunities, innovative technical perspectives, and strategies for building ecosystems within the nonwovens sector. 🟢 SUSTAFIT is a research project carried out by Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Aalto University. Project is funded by the participating companies, the research partners, and Business Finland. 🟢 Partners and co-operators: Fortum, UPM, Sulzer, Kemira, Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto Oy (LSJH), Anpap Airlaid, SPINNOVA®, Nordic Bioproducts Group Ltd, Rester Oy, Valmet, SharpCell Oy, NordShield®, Fiber-X Finland, JedX, Paptic Ltd, Mirka, and Lixea. 🟢 Collaborators: EDANA, the voice of nonwovens, The Nonwovens Institute, Saxon Textile Research Institute, NIRI | Next-Gen Fibres & Nonwovens 🟢 Project contacts: Pia Hautamäki 🌸, Ali Tehrani, Antti Oksanen #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #TextileIndustry #Nonwovens #Innovation #BusinessOpportunities

🌿 Consumer Demand Transforming The Nonwovens Industry 🌿 Your voice and your choices as a consumer matter. Consumer interest in environmentally friendly products is leading the way in making sustainability a priority for nonwoven materials from wet wipes to nappies/diapers, and a multitude of other applications. This shift from small niche markets to mainstream buying behaviour means companies need to carefully consider their environmental impact. As environmental awareness rises, manufacturers have a need for a more sustainable manufacturing processes and materials. Consumer demand for environmentally friendly solutions is reshaping markets and making sustainability a key factor for innovation and success. Read more about nonwoven materials in the SUSTAFIT Workbook 👉 https://lnkd.in/dXTTW-5t _____________________________ The textile industry, including nonwovens, faces global and rapidly growing challenges that necessitate a swift transition to a circular economy and sustainable business models. The SUSTAFIT Workbook, Sustainable Nonwovens of the Future – From Research Into Business Opportunities, provides insights into sustainable market opportunities, innovative technical perspectives, and strategies for building ecosystems within the nonwovens sector. 🟢 SUSTAFIT is a research project carried out by Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Aalto University. Project is funded by the participating companies, the research partners, and Business Finland. 🟢 Partners and co-operators: Fortum, UPM, Sulzer, Kemira, Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto Oy (LSJH), Anpap Airlaid, SPINNOVA®, Nordic Bioproducts Group Ltd, Rester Oy, Valmet, SharpCell Oy, NordShield®, Fiber-X Finland, JedX, Paptic Ltd, Mirka, and Lixea. 🟢 Collaborators: EDANA, the voice of nonwovens, The Nonwovens Institute, Saxon Textile Research Institute, NIRI | Next-Gen Fibres & Nonwovens 🟢 Project contacts: Pia Hautamäki 🌸, Ali Tehrani, Antti Oksanen #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #TextileIndustry #Nonwovens #Innovation #BusinessOpportunities