The Austrian major ANDRITZ has received an order from Grupo SARI (Rubi Industrial) to supply a neXline needlepunch line for production of needlepunched felts. The line will process several types of raw material such as polyester, polypropylene, bi-component fibers and viscose, and will produce needlepunched felts for technical markets (automotive, construction, filtration, etc). The line is scheduled for start-up soon.
The scope of supply includes all of the machines and equipment, from opening and blending to the end of the line incorporating cutting-edge ANDRITZ technologies and equipment such as a TCF-X high-capacity chute feed, an eXcelle dynamic card, a dynamic Crosslapper, the state-of-the-art ProDyn and Isolayer systems for weight evenness, a drafter, and high-speed needlelooms A50.
Grupo SARI, headquartered in Rubi, Spain, is a top manufacturer of nonwoven fabrics. The company, with several plants in Spain and France, distributes its products mainly in Europe. It has gradually expanded its presence in various technical sectors such as automotive, filtration and construction through key investments as well as increasing its R&D capabilities. It continues focussing on developing its competencies in these markets to gain further relevance as a key producer of nonwovens.
In pursuit of this objective, Grupo SARI will launch this needlepunching line, with state-of-the-art ANDRITZ technology and versatile capabilities to offer a wide range of products, in order to provide the most appropriate solutions for each of the technical markets.
With over 160 years of experience, 29,000 employees and more than 280 locations in over 40 countries worldwide, ANDRITZ is a reliable and competent partner and helps its customers achieve their corporate and sustainability goals.