#Index 2014

2014-04-09

Albaad Corp. invests in the flushable nonwovens technology by Voith Paper and Trützschler Nonwovens

Celebrating Albaad' s investment at Index 2014: (f.l.t.r.) Marc Wolpers (Sales Director of Trützschler Nonwovens & Man-Made Fibers GmbH), Boaz Roseman, CEO of Albaad Corp. and Dr. Klaus Afflerbach (Senior Sales Manager Wet Laying). (c) 2014 Trützschler Nonwovens & Man-Made Fibers

Albaad Corp. of Israel, Trützschler Nonwovens & Man-Made Fibers GmbH and Voith Paper GmbH & Co. KG teamed up to realise an innovative technology for flushable nonwovens.

Albaad, a producer of nonwovens and nonwoven products, independently developed an innovative confidential technology of flushable fabrics (by EDANA/INDA definitions for flushability) with proofed advantages versus the existing technologies - product wise and operational wise.

Following a three year product development process and successful feasibility proofs for a range of flushable materials, Albaad specified its requirements for commercialisation and considered the most advanced solutions offered by the leading equipment supplier groups. A thorough technological assessment lead to Albaad’s decision to choose both Voith Paper and Trützschler Nonwovens as technology partners for the new project.

The three year development project was driven by the increasing demand for environmental friendly products and demonstrates Albaad’s ecological responsibility as a leading manufacturer of wipes.

By this investment Albaad aspires to secure its position as the leading Moist Toilet Paper producer globally. The line will be established in Dimona, Israel, and will start operating next year.

A wide variety of flushable nonwovens will enable customization by the different needs of customers and to the changing market demands.

Both Voith Paper and Trützschler Nonwovens & Man-Made Fibers are very proud to be part of Albaad’s demanding project. This new production line will open a door into the high potential field of wetlaid and spunlaced nonwovens. The fast growing segment of flushable materials is an ideal field to bring both technologies nearer together.

Both the HydroFormer, Voith Paper’s wet laying machine, and Trützschler Nonwovens’ spunlacing unit, the AquaJet, are highly productive as well as highly efficient solutions that have proven themselves in dozens of installations all over the world. Moreover, the energy-conscious Streamliner drying system makes it’s entry into a wet-in-wet production line and further reduces production costs.

The three companies believe that the new nonwoven line will be the most advanced line in the world for flushable nonwovens Technology.

Future ready nonwovens and fiber processing solutions – Meet Trützschler at Techtextil 2026

From April 21 to 24, 2026, the Trützschler Group will present its future‑ready solutions at Techtextil in Frankfurt, Germany. At Booth C61 in Hall 12.0, Trützschler Nonwovens will showcase its latest developments for efficient nonwovens production, including comprehensive service and consulting solutions. Highlights include the fully upgraded X‑Series nonwoven cards suitable for spunlace, needle‑punching and air‑through bonding (ATB) processes, as well as the T‑ONE digital working environment enhanced with new features. Trützschler Card Clothing will complement the presentation with a new card wire designed with a specially engineered surface for high‑performance nonwoven applications. Visitors can also take a closer look at Trützschler’s complete solution for the recycling of textile waste, TRUECYCLED.

Energy efficiency in spunlacing

Drying is an important step for producing high-quality nonwoven products. But evaporating moisture at rapid speed is very energy intensive. That’s why their innovators created the Modular Performance Dryer (MPD). It delivers excellent performance and reduces energy consumption when drying cotton, viscose and pulp nonwovens. Its compact design saves floor space – and the MPD even fits into existing lines! The first successful installation of this flexible and future-proof solution is now cutting costs and supporting sustainability for their longstanding customer, Lentex.

Redefining nonwovens carding with the X-Series

Nonwoven textile producers are getting squeezed by two powerful forces. On one side, costs for energy and fibers are rising. On the other, customers demand increasing levels of quality, flexibility and sustainability. Two next-generation nonwoven cards from Trützschler are now easing that pressure – by improving performance, boosting resource-efficiency and giving nonwovens the X-factor!

New study shows low environmental impact by Cotton made in Africa Organic Cotton from Tanzania

Today, the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) is announcing the results of a comprehensive life-cycle analysis (LCA) for cotton produced in Tanzania under the Cotton made in Africa Organic (CmiA Organic) standard. The study emphasises the small ecological footprint of CmiA Organic verified cotton. This can largely be traced back to the absence of synthetic pesticides, artificial fertilisers, and artificial irrigation. Consequently, CmiA Organic cotton can help the textile industry meet regulatory requirements as well as science-based targets. The results also show that the consequences of climate change threaten the livelihoods of these cotton farmers, even though the type of agriculture they practise barely contributes to climate change.

PERFORMANCE DAYS proves its relevance as the industry’s key meeting point

Held on March 18–19, 2026, PERFORMANCE DAYS once again confirmed its position as a leading international platform for functional textiles. A total of 3.366 trade visitors and around 560 exhibitors gathered in Munich, with the event already kicking off successfully on DAY 0, which received highly positive feedback for its interactive format. Despite challenging conditions caused by the public transport strike in Munich, the event saw strong attendance and a consistently high level of activity across both exhibition days.