Textiles4impact - resource-efficient value chains for secondary textiles in nonwoven materials
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | The Loop Factory AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 1 000 000 |
| Project duration | July 2024 - June 2025 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Impact innovation - Startups |
| Call | Impact Innovation Start/Scale: An offer to small and medium-sized enterprises |
Important results from the project
The goals set have been achieved and target group-adapted samples and prototypes have been developed with the aim of being able to scale up together with customers. Actors in the value chain have been interviewed and a roadmap for a resource-efficient value chain has been developed, where gaps have been identified and possible solutions have been developed. Different technologies have been compared and evaluated to ensure that the end product is produced in a resource-efficient manner.
Expected long term effects
In order for products from secondary streams to be scaled up, increased knowledge is required at several levels. We need to think differently when volumes are smaller and more complex, be more agile and set different eligibility requirements than for primary production. The gaps that exist today can be solved when many enablers collaborate. By going from prototype to product, doors can be opened for more streams that challenge new raw materials.
Approach and implementation
The project conducted dialogues with various target groups and stakeholders connected to the use and processing of secondary textiles. Aiming to increase understanding of properties and areas of use of the materials, as well as the processing and scaling of suitable prototypes and products. Legislation and access to production opportunities have affected the project in different ways, but also increased knowledge of the market´s attitude and needs, as well as future solutions for increased use.