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At ALTEX, we complete the circular textile economy by converting waste materials into valuable raw materials, which are then reused in production. With over 30 years of experience in textile recycling and a large stock of fibre resources, we provide customers with flexibility in product development. Our products also include shredded fibres, which are obtained from any textile remnants and pre- and post-consumer waste. The textile scraps are processed into fibres using Laroche tearing systems without the use of any chemicals. Grinding the shredded fibres up to a length of 3 mm produces so-called short fibres, which are often used in the automotive industry to produce wheel arch liners, for example. Mixing shredded fibres produces blends – additional resources used in various industries. This allows for the reintegration of high-quality resources into the production process.
For convenient storage and easier handling, our products are pressed into square bales. The weight of the bales depends on the production line and is usually between 250 and 350 kg. We also offer smaller individual bales for standard products – for even more flexibility.
At ALTEX, we aim at making a positive impact on resource preservation by recycling textile waste. As a supplier of high-quality primary resources or shredded fibres, we supply various industries – such as the home textile, automotive, equestrian and spinning industries – with our products.
Our products are recycled textile fibres, so-called shredded fibres, which are obtained from all textile waste and come in various forms and compositions.
The textile remnants include waste from production as well as products that have already been used, such as carpets or clothing. The scraps are processed into precious fibres using cutting-edge Laroche tearing systems. This mechanical process requires no chemical additives and produces zero water pollution – an environmentally friendly and sustainable method that is highly efficient. Our products also include blends of torn fibres with original fibres and short fibres obtained by grinding torn fibres.
To enhance certain fibre attributes, we either blend original fibres with different recycled fibres or different recycled fibres with each other. We also offer original fibres. These allow us to provide fibres meeting the specific requirements of our customers. We treat the blends with anti-mould and flame retardants as well as anti-static agents to ensure the durability of our fibres. While the use of flame retardants in fibres is particularly important for the automotive industry, the home textiles industry benefits more from mould-resistant fibres.
When recycled torn fibres are ground by special machines to a length of up to 3 mm, so-called short fibres are produced. These are often used in the wetlaid process – a technique for producing particularly fine nonwovens.
Nonwovens made from discarded textiles are a key product of textile recycling. These fabrics are used in various industries, particularly the electrical and textile industries, as they can be tailored to individual requirements. In this way, we make an active contribution to the circular economy and offer our customers a sustainable solution with technical performance.
We manufacture semi-finished textile products – materials that are not yet final goods, but are prepared precisely for this purpose. Our semi-finished products are further processed by other companies and are used where insulation, padding, lamination or reinforcement is desired.
Our shreds are more than just shredded fibers – they form the link between old textile materials and innovative industrial products. Through an effective and precise treatment process, we transform old materials into versatile raw materials that are given a second chance in the form of nonwovens, insulation or upholstery. They are often used in the riding arena industry to ensure the stability of the ground and thus the safety of the animals.
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