Wet Spinning System From Fibre Extrusion Technology Selected For Major Fibre Research Programme At Manchester University
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FET has installed a FET-200LAB wet spinning system at the University of Manchester which will play a major part in advanced materials research to support sustainable growth and development.
This research programme will be conducted by The Henry Royce Institute, which operates as a hub model at The University of Manchester with spokes at other leading research universities in the UK.
The Henry Royce Institute identifies challenges and stimulates innovation in advanced UK materials research, delivering positive economic and societal impact.
In particular, this materials research initiative is focused on supporting and promoting all forms of sustainable growth and development.
These challenges range from biomedical devices through to plastics sustainability and energy-efficient devices; hence supporting key national targets such as the UK’s zero-carbon 2050 target.
“We are delighted to be associated with such a prestigious research organisation as the Henry Royce Institute” said FET Managing Director, Richard Slack. “This flagship research programme into future materials reflects FET’s wide experience and commitment to enabling client development of textile fibres made from renewable resources”.
In particular, the FET-200LAB will be utilised in trials for a family of fibres made from wood pulp, a sustainable resource rather than the usual fossil fuels.
Bio-based polymers are produced from biomass feedstocks such as cellulose and are commonly used in the manufacture of high end apparel.
The key to cellulose and other materials like lyocell and viscose is that they can be recycled, treated and fed back into the wet spinning system for repeat manufacture.
About Fibre Extrusion Technology
FET is a leading supplier of state of the art process technology and equipment for the man-made yarns and fibre extrusion industry.
FET was established in 1998 with the firm objective of achieving technical excellence in our field and helping our customers to efficiently produce high value textile materials.
This background has provided FET with a sound base for success and growth over this period.
Our ongoing strategic objective is for controlled expansion year on year, extending our portfolio in response to customer demand.
We offer in-depth expertise and knowhow into design, process technology, electronics, manufacturing and after sales service.
Flexibility is a key strength, with bespoke and standard installations provided, ranging in value from £200k to £2 million.
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