The installation includes advanced picker technology that is one of its kind on the Iberian Peninsula. It enables the removal of hard elements such as buttons and zippers, bringing added value in terms of material quality and process efficiency.

Miguel Fernandes, Administrator of A Penteadora, underlines: “With the new ANDRITZ recycling and nonwoven technologies, we can transform textile waste into high-value materials for industrial applications. This investment strengthens our commitment to sustainability and circularity while creating new opportunities for innovative nonwoven products and more efficient use of resources.”

The mechanical textile recycling line comprises cutting, blending, fiber opening, and carding. It is designed to process complex materials, including wool/synthetic blends and technical fibers.

The needlepunch nonwoven line enables the production of high-performance materials for applications such as thermal insulation, acoustic barriers, and protective solutions.

As a vertically integrated company within the Paulo de Oliveira Group – a leading European player in the wool industry – A Penteadora SA transforms fiber into fabric and specializes in worsted and woolen textiles for fashion, uniforms, and technical applications. The company is certified according to ISO 9001 and GRS, and its products comply with OEKO-TEX® standards.