Fiber Innovations: From Production to Application > Textile Processing & Application

"FixDye – Advanced Textile Production Techniques for Enabling Sustainability"

Saal C
Donnerstag, 11.09.2025, 09:40 - 10:00 Uhr

"The FixDye production technology revolutionizes textile yarn production by integrating advanced techniques that significantly reduce environmental impact. Utilizing the Barmag Homogenizer Polyester Recycling Technology, this method ensures efficient and sustainable manmade fiber production. Embracing this enabling technology means committing to a greener future in the textile industry."

Sprecher
Markus Reichwein (Oerlikon Textile GmbH&CoKG)
Co-Sprecher
Stefan Edkvist (REO-ECO)
"The Reo-Eco FixDye production technology revolutionizes textile yarn production by integrating advanced techniques that significantly reduce environmental impact. Central to this innovation is the Oerlikon Barmag Huitong Engineering (OBHE) Homogenizer Polyester Recycling Technology, which facilitates the efficient conversion of post-consumer polyester waste, allowing precise control over viscosity increase and producing excellent, homogeneous melt quality. The FixDye process ensures stable color, superior quality, and enhanced functionality, making it ideal for industries such as workwear, automotive, and apparel. Utilizing dope-dye technology, the process achieves consistent dye distribution, resulting in vibrant and durable colors. Additionally, the potential of mechanical stretch without spandex enhances recyclability and circularity, reinforcing the sustainability angle. Oerlikon machinery plays a fundamental role in achieving consistent quality and scalability, enabling greater efficiency. Oerlikon supports developments that improve durability, environmental impact, and performance, setting new standards for a more sustainable production. The presentation will delve into the technical specifications of the Oerlikon Barmag Homogenizer system for direct R-PET Bottle Flake to yarn spinning highlighting it’s role in sustainable production as well as the core technology aspects for a high quality production. Strong industry partnerships, such as Oerlikon and Reo-Eco, are essential for advancing sustainable textile solutions. Ultimately, the FixDye production technology, with the OBHE Homogenizer and Barmag machinery at its core, paves the way for a more sustainable and innovative textile industry."