Kasper
Sustainable wipes solutions – naturally better
Advanced technologies for innovative, eco-friendly wipes
The global wipes market continues to grow, driven by rising living standards, strong economic development, and ongoing product innovation. At the same time, concerns about plastic pollution and tightening government regulations are accelerating the shift toward plastic‑free, bio-based wipes.
Sustainable fibers substitute plastic fibers
Manufacturers are increasingly turning to natural and renewable raw materials, creating high‑performance wipes without synthetic components. Modern production technologies now enable fully bio-based, plastic‑free wet wipes that meet both sustainability goals and consumer expectations.
By using fiber blends such as wood pulp, cellulosic fibers, viscose, cotton, hemp, bamboo, or linen, producers can create 100% sustainable, chemical‑free fabrics. These solutions deliver strong, reliable performance while supporting the global move away from plastics – offering environmentally friendly wipes for a cleaner, more responsible future.
ANDRITZ on the forefront with a broad band of platforms
As a global leader in nonwoven and textile technology, ANDRITZ Nonwoven & Textile offers a comprehensive portfolio serving the wipes market and beyond. ANDRITZ is also well-known for its pulp processing technologies from tree to finished paper, tissue, and nonwovens. The company therefore has all the technologies to build systems suitable for the different customer markets, such as carding/drylaid, airlaid, and wetlaid. All these technologies can be used independently or in combination.
Intelligent configuration results in the product customers demand
The combination of these technologies results in different types of nonwoven technologies such as Airlace™, spunlace, and Wetlace™. ANDRITZ is highly committed to adapting, optimizing, and combining its technologies to provide the perfect solution for customer and market needs.
Recent trends, such as retrofitting conventional spunlace lines with airlaid or wetlaid web-forming capabilities, underscore the drive for innovation. These upgrades open up new market opportunities, such as bio-wipes and flushable wipes, and provide greater flexibility for diversified applications.