Universal Fibers Develops New Reclamation Process

Bristol, VA, June 12, 2008--Universal Fibers said it has developed state of the art technology that can produce the first ever nylon 6,6 fiber from recycled carpeting.

The process means that more discarded carpet can be diverted from landfills each year while providing high quality carpet for the commercial market.

"The ability to now reprocess post-consumer nylon 6,6 carpet fiber and produce high quality product is a milestone for the flooring industry and the environment," said Vice President of Sales and Marketing Bill Goodman.

Until now, the company said, no economically viable method for reprocessing post-consumer nylon 6,6 carpet fiber into new high-quality nylon 6,6 products was available.

This advancement works in cooperation with new technology developed by InterfaceFlor, the leading commercial carpet tile manufacturer. This technology separates carpet face fiber from backing in a way that preserves the materials in a form suitable for recycling.