The 2nd International Conference on Cellulose Fibers will cover the entire value chain from the lignocellulosic feedstock, dissolving pulp, cellulose fibers like rayon, viscose, Modal(R), lyocell, or new developments. The event includes a wide range of applications, woven textiles (clothing) and non-wovens (wipes and technical applications).
For the first time in this conference, the innovation award “Cellulose Fibre Innovation of the Year” will be granted to the innovative cellulose fiber industry for the development of new technologies and applications. Six inventions, including plastic-free absorbent hygiene products and Cellulose nanofibre, assisted biomimetic aerogels for EMI shielding have been nominated for the “Cellulose Fibre Innovation Award.” Three winners will be selected and awarded at the 2nd International Conference on Cellulose Fibres (CCF), to be held during February 2–3, 2021, online.
The six nominations are:
– Bast Fibre Tech (Canada) has been nominated for making compostable fiber products from agricultural hemp and flax waste. Using biogenic waste from the production of fast-growing crops instead of using wood or fossil resources is environmentally and economically more sustainable.
– Empa, Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, (Switzerland) has been nominated for its cellulose nanofibre assisted biomimetic aerogels for EMI shielding. Empa researchers combined cellulose-based aerogels with silver nanowires. The flexible composite blocks high-frequency electromagnetic radiation, which is traditionally achieved using rigid metal sheets or metalized foils.
– Kelheim Fibres (Germany) has created plastic-free absorbent hygiene products. Kelheim Fibres developed plant-based fiber solutions for absorbent hygiene products.
– Metsa Spring (Finland) has created textile fiber based on paper grade pulp. The Metsä Group is developing a more energy-efficient process based on a new solvent family to produce Man-Made Cellulosic Fibre (MMCF).
– OrganicDisposables (Poland) has created FibriTech which is a porous and light material from cellulose for soilless farming. FibriTech is a new process for the production of absorbent and lightweight material from cellulose and lignocellulose. A mixture of fibers can be used, including waste and recycled fibers.
– Stora Enso (Sweden) has produced a lightweight cellulose-based foam for packaging. “Cellulose Foam by Stora Enso” is designed as an eco-friendly alternative for fossil-based packaging and cushioning materials such as expanded polystyrene or polyethylene.
