Texon Ecoline is produced via a special fusion-bonded process that enhances the internal bonding structure of the material’s fibres, which are randomly arranged. 

This makes the material stronger while retaining the thin, lightweight qualities required for insole applications. It is also more environmentally friendly, using up to 50% less energy per square metre of material and consuming less water and chemicals, it said.

The UK-based company has integrated the product into its recycling programme. This scheme enables footwear producers to return any offcuts to Texon to create more of the same product - reducing the amount of material sent to landfill and saving manufacturers money on waste disposal costs.

James Chandler, new product development manager at Texon, said: “Texon Ecoline is a breakthrough product that fits perfectly with our zero waste ambitions and the needs of our customers, who we know want strong, lightweight materials for non woven insoles, which are also highly sustainable. As a team we are incredibly proud of this product. 

“Earlier this year we publicly declared our ambition to become a zero waste business by 2025. As part of this commitment we’re scaling down our use of virgin materials and developing pioneering new solutions that allow us to take less from the planet and optimise what we already have. Texon Ecoline reflects this approach and proves it is possible to make high performance lightweight insoles from recycled material, without compromising performance or quality.” 

Designed for use in cement lasted and vulcanised constructions, Texon Ecoline is suitable for most types of footwear. The material offers excellent moisture absorption and dispersal qualities. It also has a high sole bond adhesion with neoprene and PU adhesives. 

 

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