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smartfilaments
stepping into a sustainable future
smartfilaments
– stepping into a
sustainable future
What is so special about
smartfilaments? Extracted
from cellulose and manufactured
by the lyocell process,
the filaments boast
consistently high quality
and standardized features.
smartfilaments is a natural
substance with all the
advantages of a synthetic
material!
The addition of organic and
inorganic additives clears
the path for unexpected and
pioneering applicaions in
various fields.
Cellulose
Additives
Mixer for slurry
Aggregate / Kneader
NMMNO solvent
Nozzle for
fibers
Closed water circulation
for wash cycle
Schematic diagram of manufacturing by the lyocell process
Know-how – wher
-ever you look
Such a successful development
always depends on
teamwork and the knowledge
of specialists. A glance
at the basic technology and
the partners involved sheds
light on the competence
invested in this project.
Technological competence
and closed loops
Mastering the technological
process is the foundation
of this quantum leap for the
brush and paintbrush industry.
Originally a procedure
to manufacture yarn, the
lyocell process has been
enhanced. The basic material
is pulp (cellulose), which
resembles blotting-paper in
structure. Cellulose is dissolved
in a solvent (NMMNO)
whereby the molecular
chains break. A compound
similar to honey develops. It
is spun and drawn through
distilled water, whereby the
solvent is flushed out. The
solvent may be used again
for further applications. The
monofilaments resulting
from this process can now
be used for all kinds of innovative
applications.