Monforts, Archroma, and BW Converting partner for sustainable textile solutions
Monforts has announced a new collaboration with Archroma and BW Converting to enhance sustainability in the textile industry. The partnership will focus on advancing dyeing and finishing processes to improve product quality and performance, while maximizing efficiency and resource utilization.
At the Monforts Advanced Technology Centre (ATC) in Mönchengladbach, Germany, the three companies will work together to install a Baldwin TexCoat digital spray unit on a Monforts stenter frame later this year. This addition will help manufacturers optimize their textile processes by testing and improving finishes under real production conditions.
Monforts technologist Saskia Kuhlen explained, “Our ATC already has a range of equipment that allows us to work with various processes. The new TexCoat installation will significantly enhance our ability to recommend improvements for fabric finishes based on trial results.”
The TexCoat G4 system allows precise application of chemicals such as softeners, flame retardants, and durable water repellents, directly to the fabric where needed. This method reduces water, chemical, and energy consumption by up to 50% compared to traditional finishing processes. The collaboration brings together the technical expertise of Monforts, Archroma’s specialty chemicals, and Baldwin’s precise spray technology to achieve superior results.
Michael Schuhmann from Archroma noted, “Our partnership with Baldwin and Monforts enables textile manufacturers to reduce energy and water usage significantly, helping them meet their sustainability goals. This collaboration is a step forward in delivering sustainable solutions to the textile industry.”
Rick Stanford of Baldwin emphasized the unique nature of this partnership, saying, “Working together for the first time, we are committed to helping customers achieve greater sustainability, with improved quality and productivity across the board. This is a major leap in reducing the environmental impact of textile production.”
