Working together to innovate

All the components in the value chain must be optimised to work together to deliver optimum performance, from product development onwards. This is why we have prioritised the importance of product and process development, and to investing in the latest technology to create the right foundation for our overall offering.

Believing in innovation

Continuous product and process development in nonwovens and wiping products is essential. Our researchers are experts in nonwoven areas such as polymer and surface chemistry and how nonwovens and liquids interact, as well as production and conversion processes. We work with external experts at research institutes, universities, and machinery and raw material suppliers to catch out any new ideas and transform them into new product opportunities.

Extensive experience

In the wet wipes area, Suominen is continuously focusing on developing lotion and packaging solutions, leveraging the synergies offered by its own wet wipes liquid production plant.

Development work in nonwovens concentrates on extending the product range for wipes, and developing techniques such as embossment to improve product effectiveness and offer greater variety. The newest addition to Nonwovens’ product family, launched in 2007 – Biolace® – is produced solely from renewable raw materials, and anticipates future consumer preferences for value-added products with a sustainable profile.