SchoellerTextil, an expert in functional fabrics and textile technology, recently launched a series of biodegradable textiles, including Bluesign certified biodegradable polyester fiber. This new product development is in conjunction with Business conducted through a joint venture with Taiwan Formosae Taffeta Company.
Schoeller said that the newly developed ProEarth product series is designed to help eliminate the more than 16 million tons of textile waste produced every year in the United States.
The product line will launch in 5 fabrics, mainly made from virgin polyester fibers, including fashion, outdoor and lifestyle categories, these polyester fibers are optimized for Speed up the biodegradation of fabrics. The initial ProEarth products will be launched in the fall of 2019, including jackets, pants and lining materials in a variety of colors.
Schoeller chief relations officer Christine Hübner said: We are working hard to play a key role in this environmentally demanding industry.
Each ProEarth fabric can be enhanced through Schoeller’s environmentally friendly production process and finishing technology options. These include Ecodye technology, which can save up to 30% of water, energy and process time in the process of dyeing polyester fabrics; and its EcorepeloBio and 3XDryBio technologies are both PFC-free. , based on the renewable nature of the primary product, provides reliable water and stain resistance.
Schoeller launched NanoSpherePlus finishing processing technology at the Techtextil exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany. The main function of this technology is to prevent fingerprints and grease stains.
