To conclude, we asked him about the progress in commercialization of technology in carbon fibre recycling, to which he said, “The main three technology providers are at or very near commercial stage. Through strategic partnerships with major end users of carbon fibre (and therefore major creators of manufacturing waste), a materials stream has been established and fibres are being recycled in reasonable quantities. However, there is a long way to go in terms of developing a wide range of products made from the recycled fibres”.
He concluded by saying, “One of the aims of this event is to engage the major players in key end-use markets where recycled carbon fibre could replace current materials and by understanding the needs of these end user markets, the technology providers can broaden the end market for recycled fibre products and supply new input materials to industries ranging from construction to automotive to consumer electronics”.
Fibre2fashion News Desk - India