#Nonwovens / Technical Textiles

2024-09-26

Sustainable packaging: ANDRITZ to offer complete Dry Molded Fiber lines

International technology group ANDRITZ and PulPac AB, the Swedish pioneer in Dry Molded Fiber technology, have entered into a strategic partnership to serve the alternative packaging market with their complementary expertise.

ANDRITZ and PulPac team members, from left to right: Ted Guidotti (Material Specialist, PulPac), Romain Mayon (Project Manager, ANDRITZ Perfojet), Felix Sjostrand (R&D Product Specialist, PulPac), Pascal Benassi (Technical Director, ANDRITZ Perfojet), Roberto Della Rovere (General Manager Operations & Technology, ANDRITZ Diatec), Peter Schnell (Sales Director, ANDRITZ Dan-Web), Tünde Deák (Platform Owner, PulPac) © 2024 Andritz

Dry Molded Fiber is a nearly waterless process for molding cellulose fibers into three-dimensional products for packaging. These include coffee lids, cutlery, trays and other food-grade items, as well as a wide range of products for non-food applications. Made from wood pulp, these recyclable and biodegradable products are becoming increasingly important in replacing single-use plastic items.

The cooperation will combine PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber technology with ANDRITZ’s expertise in turnkey pulp mills and web forming processes (airlaid and mill-to-web) as well as converting and recycling technologies. As a result, ANDRITZ will now be able to offer complete Dry Molded Fiber lines, further expanding its broad portfolio of sustainable solutions.

Andreas Lukas, Division Manager, Nonwoven & Textile at ANDRITZ, states: “This partnership with PulPac enables us to engineer economically viable and resource-saving solutions for Dry Molded Fiber products that contribute to the reduction of single-use plastics. This is perfectly in line with our commitment to driving the green transition.”

Viktor Börjesson, COO of PulPac AB, adds: “Teaming up with ANDRITZ unlocks great potential by combining our innovative technology with ANDRITZ’s know-how and experience, especially in forming, converting and recycling technologies. We look forward to building on our partnership and continuing to scale sustainable packaging solutions together.”

This partnership strengthens the existing successful collaboration between ANDRITZ and PulPac. Several industrial lines using PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber technology and strategic components from ANDRITZ are already in operation.

Coffee lids for hot beverages are just one of the many end uses for Dry Molded Fiber products © 2024 Andritz

Yanpai expands nonwovens capacity with two new ANDRITZ needlepunch lines

Zhejiang Yanpai Filter Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Yanpai”) has placed an order with international technology group ANDRITZ for two high-performance needlepunch lines. The equipment will be installed at Yanpai’s headquarters facility in Tiantai County, China. Commissioning is scheduled for the third quarter of 2026.

ANDRITZ sets focus on textile recycling and durable nonwoven production technologies at ITMA Asia 2025

International technology Group ANDRITZ will be presenting its innovative nonwovens production and textile solutions at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 in Singapore, from October 28 to 31, 2025 (Hall 2, D106). ANDRITZ will showcase its MMCF production plants, textile sorting and recycling, bast fiber processing, needlepunch, airlay, and life-cycle service technologies, with a focus on sustainable solutions. Discover how these innovations can grow your business opportunities and support a greener future.

OUTLOOK™ 2025: Charting a sustainable and innovative future for the Nonwovens Industry

EDANA concluded its flagship event, OUTLOOK™ 2025, last week, marking it as a major success and addressing the biggest questions facing the industry. The three-day conference highlighted the urgent need for a unified approach to sustainability, regulation, and innovation in the absorbent hygiene and wipes sectors.

Global Nonwovens Alliance unveils Inaugural Board, advancing collaboration and growth worldwide

The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), a tax-exempt federation jointly founded by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and EDANA, the Voice of Nonwovens, announces the appointment of its founding Board of Directors. This group of leaders represents some of the most influential executives across the nonwovens value chain and reflects GNA’s mission to foster global collaboration, innovation, and growth in the industry.

Cinte Techtextil China proves to be dynamic international platform and launchpad for new market potential

After three days of facilitating meaningful exchange for numerous applications of technical textiles and nonwovens, Cinte Techtextil China 2025 concluded on 5 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Feedback across the fairground was highly positive, especially from first-time exhibitors and buyers who valued the platform’s capability to create new opportunities both in China and overseas markets.

JEC World 2026 returns with an unprecedented content program

Recognized worldwide as the leading trade exhibition for composite materials and their applications, JEC World returns on March 10-12, 2026, at Paris Nord Villepinte as the most ambitious edition to date, in line with its motto “Pushing the limits”. As the must-attend event for the composites industry, JEC World will offer an unprecedented program, blending conferences, markets insights, technical sessions, awards, and above all, a unique experience and invaluable connections.

Beyond the wardrobe – innovative cotton takes the spotlight

Cotton can do more – a lot more. Cutting-edge textiles and high-tech products made from 100% cotton prove just how powerfully performance and sustainability can come together. That very surge of innovation is front and centre at the 38th Bremen Cotton Conference, taking place March 25–27, 2026, at Bremen’s Parliament on the historic market square – culminating in a bold and dedicated closing session on Friday. In the spotlight: performance upgrades for pure cotton, smart strategies for circular textile waste solutions, and pioneering concepts for demanding technical applications. From natural fibre–reinforced composites to highly effective flame-retardant solutions, cotton steps out of the closet and shows the future potential woven into every fibre.

Keeping print inclusive: Empowering women in the print industry

Across all industries, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace is increasingly recognised as valuable and essential to long-term success. However, despite the print industry’s significant advancements in technology and innovation, visible representation of women remains limited. As the sector grapples with low recruitment, it’s important to challenge outdated perceptions. Creating real change, however, requires collective effort - no single company can do it alone.

Texprocess 2026: market overview for strategic future investments

At Texprocess 2026, 200 exhibitors from 28 countries will be represented. In a challenging market environment, the leading trade fair is a constant and reflects progress in textile processing – driven by automation, digitalisation and AI. In addition, international start-ups present their ideas and meet partners from industry and research. Techtextil takes place in parallel with an optimised hall layout.