PLA with sufficient thermal and mechanical resistance at a competitive price

FIBFAB announces that it will improve the performance of PLA-based fibers by tailoring their processability and functionality, and by maintaining biodegradable properties.

The project aims to industrialize and launch the production of biodegradable and sustainable polylactic acid (PLA) based fabrics (wool / PLA and cotton / PLA) for applications in casual, protective and workwear clothing, and overcome current limitations of PLA fibers as a real alternative to current fabrics (wool and cotton combined with polyester fibers).

Among the objectives and advantages of this initiative, four key points stand out:

1) Obtain a 100% biological and biodegradable final clothing product that meets the mechanical performance requirements of the textile sector.

2) Improve the extrusion process of PLA fibers (fine fibers less than three dtex, friction control in ring spinning process) to spin PLA blend fibers at high speeds.

3) Improve the thermal resistance of PLA fibers (target> 100 ° C).

4) Reduce dependence on the Asian countries market and improve the competitiveness of the textile sector by creating a new clothing concept that meets the expectations of highly environmentally conscious customers.