Alasdair Carmichael Explains Recent Share Shift Toward Polyester Carpet Fiber
April 12, 2010—Alasdair Carmichael, with PCI Fibres, and Kemp Harr discuss the recent shift in carpet fiber demand, which shows polyester gaining against polypropylene and nylon staple. Listen to the interview to hear that the primary causes for the decline in polypropylene are styling shift and polymer price, and with polyester versus nylon, it's improvements in yarn performance based on new extrusion technology.