When you think “textile,” you picture clothing, curtains, or your favorite sofa. But what if I told you a revolutionary cleaning breakthrough runs on textile? And not just any textile—but smart, sustainable, and homegrown? Welcome to the first installment of ‘This Too Is Textile,” where we uncover the unexpected, innovative sides of this versatile material world.
Today, we spotlight a collaboration that perfectly illustrates the power of Flemish craftsmanship and green innovation: Deerlijk-based Finipur and Genk’s Ecoforce Abrasives. Their mission? Bridging the gap between a brilliant lab idea and a product with real-world industrial impact. The result? Abrasive Pads—and yes, their core is textile.
From Lab Genius to Industrial Reality: A Craftsmanship Story
Ecoforce Abrasives developed a gem: a patented coating for abrasive pads that cleans powerfully while being incredibly eco-friendly. It worked flawlessly… in the lab. But as with so many breakthroughs, the real challenge was scaling: How to apply this precision coating consistently, reliably, and at high volumes—without compromising quality or sustainability?
Enter Finipur. With over 45 years of expertise in textile finishing and an advanced industrial machine park, they were the ideal partner. It wasn’t simple:
”The biggest challenge? Matching that high lab quality—meter after meter—in a continuous industrial process. Our know-how and technical capabilities made it possible,”
Why Are These Eco Force™ Pads So Special (Hint: Textile!)?
At their core? A specially engineered textile substrate. Finipur applies Ecoforce’s unique coating to it, creating a cleaning powerhouse that outshines traditional pads and chemicals:
- H₂O Is (Nearly) All You Need:
Forget harsh detergents. These pads work optimally with just water or minimal mild soap. Fewer chemicals = better for people & planet. - Deeper Cleaning, Less Effort:
The smart textile and coating penetrate tiny pores and grout lines where grime hides. Result? Deeper cleaning without extra scrubbing. - Self-Rinsing Superpower:
Done? Simply rinse the pad with water. Dirt releases instantly—ready for the next job. No more clogged, filthy pads! - Versatile Powerhouse:
Whether you use industrial floor machines, compact scrubbers, or cleaning robots—there’s an Eco Force™ pad for it. Efficiency guaranteed.
Beyond Clean Floors: A Blueprint for Sustainable Innovation
The Finipur–Ecoforce partnership is a masterclass in how Flemish companies can unite to launch truly sustainable solutions. It’s not just about a better product (though that’s huge!)—it’s about the process:
- How do you turn a promising lab prototype into a reliable, industrially manufactured high-quality product?
- Finipur’s textile expertise was indispensable. It proves “textile finishing” isn’t abstract—it’s a concrete, crucial link in creating products that make our world cleaner and greener. Literally.
The Future Is Clean & Smart
Eco Force™-Abrasive Pads are now available, ready to transform industrial and professional cleaning. This collaboration proves innovation and sustainability can go hand-in-hand—especially when partners with complementary skills unite.
And remember: behind that powerful, eco-friendly clean lies… engineered, finished textile.
That, too, is textile!
Curious?
Next in “This Too Is Textile”: We’ll keep exploring tech-textile surprises. Where else does textile hide in plain sight? Stay tuned!
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Photo:
Left: Johan Maris, CEO Ecoforce Abrasives,
Right: Gunnar Van Daele, CEO Finipur
