New high-performance functionalised materials
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE POLYMER FUNCTIONALIZATION
FUNSO
Motivation
Currently, research and development of polymers is closely linked to advancements in the field of additives. This development becomes particularly important considering that polymers are being used in increasingly sophisticated applications that demand high technical performance.
Polymer-additive formulations must be carefully designed to meet the critical requirements engineers face daily across key sectors such as automotive, aerospace, smart equipment, healthcare, energy production, and storage. Challenges arise when the additives currently used in industry contain substances that negatively affect humans and/or the environment, creating a global issue.
Objectives
To develop thermoplastic formulations (biopolymer/sustainable additive) that allow the creation of new products aligned with the technical quality required by different target markets (automotive, signaling elements, outdoor fabrics, or nets) and compliant with current environmental and user health sustainability regulations. Achieving the main project objective is linked to several processes that must be developed in coordination to reach the desired technical outcome.
Value and competitive advantage
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Sustainable materials with high performance for advanced textile applications.
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Integration into industrial processes without significant changes to production.
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A biodegradable alternative to reduce the environmental impact of the sector.
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Differentiated technical expertise to accelerate future textile innovations.
Expected results
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Development of new bio-based and biodegradable materials for textile and technical applications.
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Optimization of PBS, PBAT, and PHA-based formulations to improve their performance and processability.
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Validation of the materials through spinning, texturizing, and film manufacturing processes.
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Development of sustainable yarns and textile structures with potential for industrial applications.
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Validation of the developed materials under real manufacturing conditions in collaboration with industrial partners.
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Generation of key technical knowledge to support the development of future sustainable textile products.
Grant number: IMDEEA/2025/31
Programme: Grants aimed at technological centers in the Comunitat Valenciana for R&D projects in cooperation with companies
Period of execution: March 2025 – June 2026
Status: Finished
More information: Import – 159.687,35 €
Entity: IVACE
This project has the support of the Conselleria of Innovación, Industria, Comercio y Turismo of the Generalitat Valenciana, through IVACE, and is co-financed by the FEDER (European Regional Development Fund) of the European Union, within the FEDER Operational Programme of the Comunidad Valenciana 2021-2027.
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R&D AREAS
New high-performance functionalised materials
Circular economy and sustainability
Advanced manufacturing, smart textiles and digitalisation
High value-added solutions for strategic markets
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NEWS
AITEX is present at the Babykid FIMI fair at Feria Valencia from January 26 to 28, presenting tests and certifications for children’s products.
AITEX has attended the Cosmetorium fair in Barcelona once again on October to present its new products for the cosmetic sector.
AITEX has hosted the LIFE POLITEX workshop entitled “Closing the textile polyester cycle: challenges and opportunities”, based on promoting sustainable solutions for the management and recycling of textile materials.