Reclaimed fibres characteristics

Eisele D. (1996), Reclaimed fibres. Characteristics. Background, Melliand Textilberichte, 77, 4, 199-202. 

Currently, raw materials available from reclaimed fibres have short fibre lengths but it is hard to clearly define their other characteristics. We should aim to break down the waste in question so as to achieve a type of reclaimed fibre which, with regard to its further application, is easy to characterize. In particular, we should aim to preserve fibre length as much as possible for most final applications. 

There are many ways open to using reclaimed fibres in both textile and nontextile products. The suitability of processes depends on waste characteristics and on how much they cost. 

We looked into comprehensive tests, using 0 to 100% of reclaimed fibres of PP carpet waste. Table 9.7 shows important textile physical characteristics. 

Table 9.7 Needle-punched nonwoven with proportions of reclaimed PP fibres Physical characteristics...

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