FASALOOP – Closing the Recycling Loop
Description
With FASALOOP, Zschimmer & Schwarz enables full recyclability for artificial turf and carpet systems. Conventional constructions rely on multi-material composites using SBR-latex or polyurethane backings. At the end of life, the complex material structure makes separation for recycling particularly challenging.
FASALOOP replaces conventional backings with advanced polyester- and polyolefin-based systems. This enables the design of mono-material constructions that can be recycled without complex material separation.
In artificial turf applications, polyolefin fibers tufted into a polyolefin primary backing can be combined with a polyolefin-based FASALOOP secondary backing, allowing the entire system to be recycled as one material stream. The same principle applies to polyester-based carpet constructions, including automotive interiors.
FASALOOP represents a decisive step toward closing material loops and reducing the overall CO₂ footprint.
Key Benefits:
♻️ Enables mono-material systems for full recyclability
🔄 Eliminates complex material separation at the end of life
🌍 Reduces overall CO₂ footprint
🚗 Suitable for artificial turf and automotive carpet systems






