Lenzing Group (Lenzing) launches an upgradation to its REFIBRA technology with an increased 30 per cent usage of recycled raw material to further drive circular economy in the textile segment.
This new offering adds it up in the family of TENCEL™ Lyocell fibres with low fibrillation properties.
The new fibres are 100 per cent biobased and manufactured using eco-responsible closed loop production process.
Florian Heubrandner, Vice President of Global Business Management Textiles of Lenzing said “Through raising recycled raw material usage to up to 30% in our pioneering REFIBRA™ technology, we are not only addressing this inevitable trend, but also providing more nature-friendly fibre offerings to brands and consumers as a testament to our commitment to protecting the environment.”
Florian added “The higher composition of upcycled cotton in the production of our fibres powered by REFIBRA™ technology gives cotton scraps a second chance and allows apparels or home textile products to be more sustainable.”
The fibre made using the new technique shows low fibrillation and moisture management properties with improved breathability, smoothness and strength. The fibre has its applications in denim, athleisurewear, apparel and home textile and with this it has expanded its offering as a sustainable alternative for knitwear, lingerie and towels.
The low fibrillation property of the fibres maintains the smoothness of the fabric even after multiple washes. Also, similar to the other TENCEL™ Lyocell fibres the REFIBRA technology is capable of saving tonnes of cotton scraps from being dumped into the landfill, by blending 30 per cent of pulp made from recycled cotton scraps collected from the garment manufacturing units. These sustainable fibres leave least impact on the environment, reusing water and solvent at a recovery rate of more than 99.5 per cent.
Moreover, an additional feature includes a special identification technology that increases the transparency confirming the fibre origin. TENCEL™ Lyocell fibres with REFIBRA™ technology are identifiable in yarn, fabrics and final garment stage, which not only improves the supply chain transparency, but also gives brands an upper hand in confirming the sustainability of their fibres to the customers thereby increasing the brand trust.
