On Monday, Aug. 26, Trederra announced an exclusive supply agreement with Tyre Recycling Solutions (TRS) of Switzerland supporting the production of Trederra™ footwear outsoles made from end-of-life tires.
TRS will supply Trederra with CT-50 rubber powder, manufactured using the patented TRS Water Pulse® technology, a proprietary and highly specialized water-jet system that pulverizes tire tread into fine powder. This powder is derived from 100% end-of-life tires diverted from landfills and is free from steel and synthetic fibers.
Trederra LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of MatMarket LLC, uses an Asian-based manufacturing supply chain process to incorporate the rubber powder into its Trederra™ rubber compound for work and performance footwear outsoles. Trederra™ rubber compounds are used to produce a masterbatch of 67% recycled content that enhances durability without compromising performance or comfort.
Founded in 2013 in Switzerland, TRS was founded with the goal of enabling sustainable recycling of the materials contained in end-of-life tires. TRS has developed Swiss proprietary technologies to process recycled tires and deliver output products with significant value-in-use.
“Our partnership with Trederra represents a significant step forward in demonstrating the potential of sustainable materials in mainstream industries,” said Sonia Megert, COO of Tyre Recycling Solutions.
Megert added that combining TRS’ innovative recycling technologies with Trederra’s commitment to quality and innovation allows the companies to create a product that diverts materials from landfills and meets the high-performance standards of the footwear market.
“We are proud to collaborate on this initiative that underscores the importance of circular economy practices in today’s global market,” she said.
Integrating directly into an existing supply chain, Trederra™ rubber compounds can be used to create outsoles with over 40% recycled content without sacrificing performance and meeting Restricted Substance List (RSL) requirements.
“The partnership between Trederra and TRS will open a new path for sustainability in the footwear industry,” said Tony Marino, president and CEO of Trederra. “We’re thrilled to collaborate with a company that places sustainability and innovation at the forefront of its mission within the rubber industry. This partnership will allow us to provide a scalable and affordable outsole solution that is accessible to a multitude of brands.”
