Shark Solutions launches SharkDispersionTD to enhance textile circularity

Circularity Capital portfolio company Shark Solutions, a global leader in advanced recycled polyvinyl butyral (rPVB) products, has announced the launch of a new product, SharkDispersionTD. The innovative new binder has been specifically designed for applications that require enhanced foaming, including carpet precoat, carpet backing and a diverse range of wider textile applications.

With manufacturing operations across Europe and the United States, Shark Solutions separates the valuable rPVB layers from broken vehicle windshields and architectural glass, transforming it into non-toxic, sustainable, recyclable and price-competitive binders for use in paints, coatings, adhesives and flooring products.

By embracing the circular economy, Shark Solutions’ utilisation of materials that would otherwise be wasted keeps valuable resources within the value chain for far longer. In addition, its unique approach plays a key role in minimising the sector’s carbon footprint by offsetting the need for emissions-intensive virgin binders.

Ian Nolan, founding partner at Circularity Capital, commented: “SharkDispersionTD marks another significant step forward in circular innovation within the textile industry. It represents Shark Solutions’ strong position as the frontrunner in technological progress and demonstrates the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability.

“Such advances are crucial for reducing the textile industry's footprint and accelerating its transition towards a more circular economy.”

For more information about Shark Solutions, visit https://shark-solutions.com/