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Connecting the puzzle pieces towards a sustainable future – Sandler to focus on alternative raw materials at this year’s INDEX™

Sustainability has always been a part of Sandler’s philosophy and the company continues to advance its efforts.

Together with its customers and partners, Sandler is ascertaining which natural fibres are suitable for which products. With a new nonwoven for acquisition and distribution layers (ADL), the company is putting these efforts into practice: Every component of this ADL can be made from renewable or recycled raw materials and the nonwoven’s properties can be adapted to the end product’s desired characteristics. This innovation is nominated for an INDEX™ award in the "Nonwoven roll goods" category.

In close cooperation with partners along the value chain, Sandler is also testing ways of recycling and reusing trims or faulty material in the production of its technical nonwovens. Keeping resources in a closed cycle, Sandler is implementing the concept of circular economy and reducing the carbon footprint of its products.?Each initiative and each new raw material forms a piece of the #sandlerpuzzle, complementing an ever-growing picture of sustainable product solutions.


The Sandler team from sales and product development will welcome visitors in person at the trade show in Geneva as well as online at the virtual Sandler booth.

Visitors and online participants are also invited to join Senior Sales Manager Jacqueline Summa for her presentation on Sandler’s latest innovation for sustainable wipes:?The new nonwoven substrate tackles the challenges typically faced by hygiene products produced from sustainable raw materials. Made of 100% fibres from renewable sources, this biodegradable and compostable material features a soft textile touch, high opacity, and excellent fluid management.

Join Sandler at booth 2431 in hall 2 or online and share our ideas for our common future.



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