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.
The lower density of flax compared to E-glass fibers (1.45 vs. 2.5) enables the reduction of weight in structures.
Unlike glass fibers, the production of which is highly energy-intensive (requiring firing at 1500°C).
Damping and vibration can contribute to material aging and premature failure, while also enhancing user comfort.
Enhancing comfort and reducing environmental noise pollution.
The various weaves, combined with the natural aesthetics of flax, offer opportunities to distinguish synthetic materials with fresh visual attributes.
Unlike glass fibers, which lack end-of-life solutions.
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UD: 210, 250, 420 g/m2
2×2 twill: 200, 250, 300, 350, 400, 500, 650, 800 g/m2
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.