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Fibertex A/S is a diversified and global supplier of nonwovens based on needlepunch and spunmelt technologies featuring state-of-the-art SMMS and SSMMS production facilities. Fibertex’s technology portfolio and many years of experience allow a unique cross utilisation of technologies. Carding, needlepunching, air through bonding, IR bonding, laminating, fibre spinning, polymer extrusion, spunbonding and meltblowing are all available in-house.

Fibertex in Eastern Europe

In 2004 Fibertex took over the Czech nonwovens manufacturer, Vigona, a.s., specialised in products for the automotive and filtration industry. With this acquisition Fibertex comes closer to its goal of becoming a leading European producer of drylaid nonwovens for the automotive industry. To reach such a position Fibertex intends to rely on experience gained in cost optimisation via weight reduction and big scale manufacturing gathered in the personal care industry. A new state-of-the-art line using needlepunch technology will be up and running second half 2005 featuring lamination and powder coating technology.

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Key success factors in the automotive industry

Increasing fuel prices and the resulting demand for more economical vehicles make weight reduction one of the key success factors for the automotive industry today. An increasing use of aluminium and other non ferrous alloys has been the answer, but another alternative is the steadily growing use of polymers over the last 30 years. Then the average car used ~6% of polymer, today a car like the AUDI A2, which makes extensive use of polymers reaches ~23%¹. The trend is furthermore noticeable both in the exterior finish, where examples of e.g. bonnet helmets made of fibre glass reinforced materials have been seen, as well as in the interior, especially for the cabin and the trunk.

Fibertex complies with the automotive industry’s stringent demands

Fibertex complies with the automotive industry’s stringent demands on high quality levels and significant weight reductions. Fibertex is certified according to ISO 9001:2000 and the Czech subsidiary is also certified according to the TS16949 technical automotive standard. Fibertex is a dedicated supplier to the automotive sector for use in certain niche areas such as seat construction and carpet backing. Partnerships with major customers, primarily Tier One suppliers, are essential. Fibertex has a long history of developing products with and for its customers and cultivating enduring relationships with them. We have the experience, the capacity and the firm intention to identify opportunities and to offer long-term development and ongoing R&D support. Contact us for a discussion on joint co-operation in development projects. We trust that once more Fibertex will engineer "the perfect match".

¹ Ticona Engineering

Fibertex A/S
Svendborgvej 2
9220 Aalborg
Denmark

Tel: +45 96 35 35 35
mhm@fibertex.com
www.fibertex.com

 

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