Cellulose fibres are transformed into three-dimensional goods for environmentally friendly packaging using a technique that is almost entirely waterless.
Coffee cup lids are one example of products made with DMF technology
A new technological centre in Montbonnot, France, has been opened by global technology company Andritz with the goal of developing solutions for the manufacture of dry moulded fibre.
Cellulose fibres are transformed into three-dimensional goods for environmentally friendly packaging through the creation of dry moulded fibre (DMF), which is almost entirely waterless. Andritz is now able to provide full lines of dry moulded fibres because to its strategic alliance with PulPac, a Swedish DMF pioneer.
Andritz’s development of industrial-scale solutions for high-speed, turnkey dry moulded fibre manufacturing facilities for the packaging sector will be aided by the new technical centre and its pilot line. Customers will also be able to carry out experiments, get assistance with research and development initiatives, and produce new goods with unique forms and barrier qualities.
Wood pulp processing has long been one of Andritz’s key competencies, according to Andreas Lukas, senior vice president of Andritz Nonwoven & Textile. Our new pilot line represents a significant advancement in our wood pulp-based solutions for responsible convenience packaging. We are aiming for the maximum throughput, product quality, and flexibility in this industry by fusing PulPac’s moulding technology with Andritz Dan-Web’s airlaid forming capabilities.
Andritz’s dedication to funding the creation of green solutions that facilitate the green transition is demonstrated by the introduction of the new DMF pilot line.