Strength in Nature

Emanuel Lang flax fiber reinforced composites are an eco-friendly alternative, ready for industrial processes, replacing glass or carbon fiber composites for a sustainable future.

Why Flax?

A Locally Resilient Product.

The geographical proximity of flax: 70% of worldwide flax is cultivated in Normandy, France, a mere 700 km from Emanuel Lang.

A natural and renewable fiber: Flax is an environmentally friendly material with a low carbon footprint, requiring minimal pesticide use and irrigation.

A sector poised for expansion in France: the sector is gradually expanding to include hemp and nettle, with French hemp already undergoing valorization studies.

Flax fiber reinforced composites have the potential to revolutionize your products while achieving your decarbonization goals.

Lightweight

The lower density of flax compared to E-glass fibers (1.45 vs. 2.5) enables the reduction of weight in structures.

Low Carbon Footprint

Unlike glass fibers, the production of which is highly energy-intensive (requiring firing at 1500°C).

Excellent Damping Properties

Damping and vibration can contribute to material aging and premature failure, while also enhancing user comfort.

Noise Insulation

Enhancing comfort and reducing environmental noise pollution.

Aesthetic

The various weaves, combined with the natural aesthetics of flax, offer opportunities to distinguish synthetic materials with fresh visual attributes.

100% Biodegradables

Unlike glass fibers, which lack end-of-life solutions.

Flax fiber reinforced composites excel in offering versatile applications across a multitude of industries.

Sport

Furniture

Marine

Aircraft

Rail

Construction

Automotive

Goods

Our Products

Emanuel Lang is the sole entity mastering all stages of manufacturing bio-based composites, facilitated by close local partnerships ensuring industrial process optimization.

Our Emanuel Lang flax fiber reinforced composites bring extensive benefits.

We benefit from a unique, comprehensive, and integrated environment encompassing spinning to weaving, along with a dedicated industrial facility for yarn dyeing.
The presence of an ecosystem of laboratories around Mulhouse is a significant asset, enabling various teams to develop competent multidisciplinary R&D expertise, spanning textile, chemical, and process domains.
Only the close proximity of industrial facilities and the synergy between chemical and textile expertise enable the design of innovative bio-sourced composites.

100% French production
100% of our raw materials are secured and sourced from Europe's largest flax cooperative, based in Normandy.
100% linen fabrics and mixed polypro linen fabrics
Conservation of the mechanical properties of the fibers during the weaving process
Non-twisted fibers for improved mechanical properties and easier impregnation
Non-coated fabrics, non-irritant, and non-abrasive on toolings

We offer a large range of woven and UD fabrics.

UD: 210, 250, 420 g/m2

2×2 twill: 200, 250, 300, 350, 400, 500, 650, 800 g/m2

Our History

Weaving specialists since 1856, we at Emanuel Lang have upheld our unique expertise and industrial presence.

Through fostering local partnerships with industrial and academic stakeholders, we have promoted and advanced natural fibers and ecological materials.

This proactive approach has not only preserved our expertise but also mitigated the environmental impact of synthetic materials.

While the textile industry has led the industrial revolution, the emergence of bio-composites signals a new era of ecological innovation.