Wellman International Limited, a subsidiary of Indorama Ventures PCL, is pleased to announce the launch of the new ‘eco-fine’ fiber range, produced from European PCR (post consumer recycled) feedstock. The fiber will be formlly introduced at the Heimtextil 2015 Exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany.

The launch of ‘eco-fine’ fibers, broadens Wellman International’s fiber decitex range capability from 44 decitex to 1.7 decitex, and significantly strengthens the company’s’ position as both the largest polyester staple fiber producer and PET recycler in Europe. 

Featured at Heimtextil will be eco-fine 1.7 siliconized, a premium, uniquely sustainable product offering the ultimate in luxury with enhanced drapability and a silk-like touch. This fiber range is ideal for select bedding and apparel applications and also complements the Wellman eco-core fiber filling product family, with the potential for coverstock production to offer a ‘complete’ offering to the customer. 

As a solution provider, Wellman will also feature the specialized fiber ranges Cirrus and Celliant at the show, which deliver specific functionality in respect of vapour management and body energy optimisation to promote a full and sound night’s sleep and which are also now available as a 1.7 decitex fibre.

Wellman International strives to bring creative, performance-oriented, sustainable solutions to the market, which deliver to both customers and meet consumer expectations. The Wellman International raw material and fiber production process are supported by an independent, published LCA study which validates our provision to the market of a European, accredited and sustainable fibre option.