Oct. 9, 2025 - With the successful commissioning of the WLM 2 line by Ecowipes, a leading manufacturer of nonwoven wipes, and the receipt of the Final Acceptance Certificate (FAC), Voith Paper reports another project success in the field of nonwoven production. This milestone marks the pinnacle of a collaborative effort to advance sustainable production in the nonwovens industry.
The WLM 2 line, located in Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki, Poland, is designed with a wire width of 3,750 mm and a design speed of 300 m/min, enabling an impressive yearly capacity of about 20,000 tons. The line produces carded/pulp (CP) wipes made from 60 percent pulp and 40 percent viscose, specifically tailored for baby wipes applications. These wipes are 100 percent plastic-free and biodegradable, meeting the rising demand for environmentally-friendly hygiene products.
CP wipes offer a unique blend of softness and strength, making them ideal for sensitive skin while ensuring effective cleaning.
"The successful production on the WLM 2 line is a testament to the long and trusting partnership between Ecowipes and Voith," said Artur Ga?wiaczek, Head of Technology of Ecowipes. "Voith's innovative technology and our shared commitment to sustainability have allowed us to produce high-quality, biodegradable wipes efficiently."
According to Voith, a key highlight of the project is the implementation of the FloatLip Former, utilized for the first time in this application. The FloatLip Former is an innovative machine concept that offers a compact, cost-effective and space-saving solution for the production of CP wipes. It can be substituted for the traditional HydroFormer, providing a more efficient and tailored solution for Ecowipes' specific needs.
Oliver Crasser, Sales Manager at Voith Paper, said, "Working alongside Ecowipes on the WLM 2 project has been a remarkable experience. The implementation of the FloatLip Former on the WLM 2 demonstrates our commitment to delivering energy-efficient, space-saving and highly effective solutions. We are proud to contribute to Ecowipes' vision of sustainable production."
Ecowipes is one of Europe's leading manufacturers of eco-friendly hygiene, cosmetic, and household products. Ecowipes specializes in producing dry and wet wipes, cosmetic pads, and cotton buds. Ecowipes' manufacturing operations are carried out in three modern facilities: in Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki and Nowy Modlin, Poland, as well as in Moosch, France.
Voith Paper, part of the Voith Group, is the full-line supplier to the paper industry, providing a wide range of technologies, services and products, while offering paper manufacturers holistic solutions from one source.
SOURCE: Voith