US based Consolidated Fibers has signed an agreement to become the exclusive supplier of Basofil staple fibre in North America. Basofil is an advanced technology melamine fibre designed to blend with commodity and synergistic fibres. Key physical properties of Basofil are said to be excellent dimensional stability, Superior Thermal Protective Performance (TPP) value, low thermal conductivity and ultraviolet (UV) radiation resistance.

According to Consolidated Fibers, competing fibre blends and alternative flame resistant methodology cannot match the protective performance, value and versatility of Basofil. Basofil is also said to offer, permanent and non-toxic protection allowing the development of FR and high temperature products that are safe, compliant and competitively priced.

“There is a growing need for protective and thermally stable materials that are cost effective for filtration, insulation, protective apparel and structural end uses. With Basofil, cost reduction does not have to mean a performance drop, especially when coupled with other fibres that we offer. Disrupting status quo like this is one of the ways Consolidated Fibers offers the best value in fibre solutions, “says Paul Latten, Division President.

Consolidated Fibers is a privately held company with a 50-year history as a producer, buyer, seller and consumer of fibres. Today, it is a leading fibre supplier to manufacturers across a range of industries - including hygiene, medical, filtration, automotive, furniture and home textiles. Building on its history, it is expanding geographically and aims to bring innovation in custom fibre solutions.