About the Project
BOOST (Boosting the Performance of Bio-Based Functional Nonwovens) aims to develop scalable, industrially relevant solutions for the growing market of sustainable nonwovens. The project brings together research organisations and industry partners to advance plastic-free, bio-based, and recycled fibre solutions through research, material development, piloting, and value-chain collaboration. BOOST focuses on technologies such as air-laid, carding, and foam forming, supporting the transition towards more sustainable material systems and creating new opportunities for Finnish and European industry.
Agenda (subject to change)
14:00-14:20
Welcome to the seminar: Introduction to BOOST-project and VTT’s AirLaid piloting platform
Taina Kamppuri, Project coordinator – Research team leader, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland
14:20-14:40
Extraction and Use of Natural Dyes
Richard Blackburn – Professor of Sustainable Materials, Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour, School of Design, University of Leeds
14:40-15:00
Foam-dyeing of Nonwovens with Natural Dyes
Ella Kärkkäinen – Research scientist, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland
15:00-15:20
Consumer Perspectives on Sustainable Nonwoven Products
Presenter to be confirmed
15:20-15:40
Carded Thermally Bonded Nonwovens
Marja Rissanen – Senior lecturer, Tampere University of Applied Sciences
15:40-16:00
Discussion and Closing Remarks
We look forward to welcoming you to the BOOST Public Webinar!
Organiser
VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland
Further information
TAMK: Marja Rissanen VTT: Ella Kärkkäinen