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General Recycled® (GR) has announced that its patented aramid recycling technology played a pivotal role in the development of Monterey Textiles’ new Eco-Fyre® fabric, which was honored with the Innovation Award for Sustainability at the 2025 Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD) annual conference.
Eco-Fyre® is a recycled aramid fabric engineered for demanding applications in the oil and gas industry. Enabled by the company’s proprietary recycling process, the fabric is created by transforming end-of-life aramid garments into high-quality recycled fiber, yarn and certified flame-resistant fabric. The result is a true closed-loop system that significantly reduces textile waste and extends the lifecycle of critical PPE materials.
“Monterey’s success with Eco-Fyre® underscores the value and potential of our patented recycling process,” said Ted Parker, president of GR. “This recognition highlights the growing industry demand for circular, closed-loop innovations in flame-resistant textiles.”
“We’re proud to welcome Eco-Fyre® into our expanding portfolio of recycled aramid products,” said Dave Kasper, vice president of sales & product development at GR.General Recycled® specializes in advanced recycling technologies for high-performance fabrics. GR’s patented processes enable industries to reduce waste and adopt circular economy solutions, without sacrificing quality, performance, or safety.