Salamander reports high bio-based carbon results

The company has drawn attention to a recent radiocarbon analysis which indicates a high proportion of naturally renewable raw materials in its products.

Based in Türkheim/Unterallgäu, Germany, Salamander Industrie-Produkte GmbH is a family-owned international corporate group with three business divisions. Salamander Premium Solutions is a leading producer of sustainable leather fibre materials and vegan fibre material solutions for shoes, interior design and premium packaging. A second division – ttp-Papenburg GmbH – serves as a development and implementation partner for industrial customers, and Salamander myWindow markets energy efficient window and door systems. Salamander employs around 1,550 members of staff worldwide at various locations.

Leather fibre materials manufacturer Salamander Premium Solutions has conducted a radiocarbon analysis to determine the proportion of renewable raw materials in its products. This particular analysis – which is also known as the ‘C14 method’ – was carried out in collaboration with LABnet facility in Dülmen, Germany and the ETH Zurich Research Institute.

According to Salamander, the bio-based carbon content that has been measured in these product ranges from between 91 per cent to 97.5 per cent, while the fossil carbon content is 2.5 per cent. The company stresses that the results of the radiocarbon analysis confirm that Salamander Premium Solutions is a reliable partner in the supply of sustainable leather fibre materials.

A long history of innovation

Regarding the analysis, Götz Schmiedeknecht, co-chief executive of the Salamander Group, stated: “We have been offering climate-friendly products with added value for over one hundred years. The current test results confirm our ongoing efforts towards sustainability.”

The company was founded in 1917, since when it is said to have worked to combine its knowledge of traditional leather processing with modern design, sustainability and innovation. By continuously optimising manufacturing processes, Salamander is said to ensure high quality products, despite variable raw material properties. The previously-mentioned radiocarbon analysis reportedly indicates that no low-cost mineral fillers are present in the examined materials, as no relevant amount of total inorganic carbon was detected.

Having adopted the motto “feel better about doing better”, Salamander is said to be continuously focusing on innovation and offering advanced solutions in both recycling and upcycling. Reportedly committed to supporting the circular economy, Salamander assists a number of leading brands to transform their leather scraps into reusable leather fibre materials. These are used by manufacturers of luxury items, footwear, leather goods and accessories. They also have applications in interior design, automotive, furniture, flooring, exclusive packaging and bookbinding.

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This article was originally published on page 10 of the September 2024 issue of SATRA Bulletin.

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