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iRECYCLED POLYESTER
Recycled Polyester is a high quality polyester fiber made from 100% certified recycled plastic PET bottles. For every ten bottles used one
pound of fibers are produced. Synthetic fibers are the most popular fibers in the world, and accounts for nearly 65% of world production
versus 35% for natural fibers. By using recycled polyester, TUR is decreasing our dependence on petroleum as a raw material source. The
production of this fabric uses less air, water, and soil contamination compared to using non-recycled polyester. Unlike natural fibers,
polyester can be recycled to near-virgin or virgin-like quality. TUR is using recycled polyester for the Audrey Parka to enhance the durability,
waterproof and installation qualities we are looking for to make this a long-lasting piece.
STEP ONE The process begins at your local recycling depot, where the plastic pop bottles are sorted and baled for pickup. The plastic is
technically called polyethylene terephthalate (PET).
STEP TWO At the processing plant, the caps and labels are removed, and the bottles are then separated by color.
STEP THREE After sterilization, the bottles are crushed and then chopped into flake.
STEP FOUR These tiny pieces of flake are poured into large vats, where they are melted and stirred. This produces a thick liquid that’s
extruded through shower-head like devices to create fibrous, polyester strands.
STEP FIVE The fiber strands are then stretched to produce thinness and strength. The strands are crimped, cut into short pieces and
baled for shipping to clothing manufacturers where the thread is knitted and woven into fabric. Fleece is but one of many fabrics that can be
produced using this versatile fiber.
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