International technology group ANDRITZ has successfully commissioned new carding machines and opening/blending lines distributed at Albis in Roaccio, Vercelli, Italy. This investment represents an important step for Albis to meet new demands and produce innovative non-woven products for hygiene and medical applications.
With a large working width of 5.10 meters, the machine allows the production of non-woven fabrics tailored to specific customer requirements while maintaining excellent properties and consistent quality. An example is Albis Duracell, a multilayer composite nonwoven fabric in the weight range of 35 to 70 gsm that is produced with a completely water-free patented process and is capable of absorbing liquid flow seven times its own weight. The production line also includes an advanced upstream opening and mixing system from ANDRITZ.
Albis CEO Gianni Boscolo said: "ANDRITZ has both the expertise and innovation we were looking for in a partner to realize our vision. The reliability of their machinery was another important factor in our decision to partner with them. Our new installation will help us fulfill that." The needs of our clients and enable us to continue to create nonwoven products that set new standards in the hygiene and medical sectors."
Albis, a privately owned group founded by Gianni Boscolo in Italy in 1995, has been a major player in the non-woven market for over three decades. Through continuous research and development, the company provides innovative, high-quality non-woven solutions across sectors including hygiene, medical, personal care, textiles, filtration and agriculture.
Source: Online/NNA
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