GRAZ - Andritz Perfojet, the company that pioneered hydroentanglement technology which allows bonding almost any type of fibres without additional binders, will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year.

Over the past four decades, more than 300 Jetlace hydroentanglement systems have been installed, improving the quality and efficiency of wipes, hygiene and personal care products as well as geotextiles, filters, artificial leather substrates, battery separators and gas diffusion layers.

According to Andritz, the technology has transformed the production of nonwoven fabrics and set new standards for innovation and sustainability in the industry.

Building on its legacy, Perfojet says it continues to lead with advanced solutions such as complete spunlace lines (neXline spunlace, neXline wetlace) that enable the efficient production of nonwovens from 100% sustainable fibres, and drying solutions (neXdry air-through dryer, neXecodry energy saving solution) that allow the reduction of energy consumption by 15% compared to previous solutions.

Looking ahead, Andritz Perfojet says it is committed to supporting the green transition in nonwovens production. The company’s R&D efforts are focused on reducing the use of plastic and increasing the use of viscose, lyocell, pulp, and recycled fibres.

In addition, its technology and spunlace pilot lines in Montbonnot, France, offer customers the opportunity to process new sustainable fibres such as hemp, linen, flax, and wool.

“As we celebrate this milestone, we are proud of our heritage and excited about the future within the Andritz Nonwoven & Textile global team,” says Bruno Roche, managing director of Andritz Perfojet.

“Our focus is to provide sustainable, resource-efficient technologies and economically viable solutions that support the green transformation of the nonwovens industry.”