Solartextile
St. Gallen, Switzerland
About
Founded in 2019, Solartextile is a private headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland specializing in Solar.
Solartextile is a sustainable product initiative of mamutec AG, a European manufacturer of straps, cords, and textile products. The company has integrated a 364 kW solar photovoltaic system (1,138 monocrystalline panels) at its Hungarian facility, operational since February 2022. The installation produces approximately 400,000 kWh annually at an estimated 1,300 sunshine hours per year, covering 90-100% of facility energy needs during favorable periods. Solartextile products use renewable energy in manufacturing and feature biodegradable materials including Lyocell cellulose fiber (100% compostable), organic cotton, and fair-trade components. The company maintains production facilities in Switzerland, France, Hungary, and Germany, prioritizing short transport routes and European employment. Key products include straps (Zurrgurte), lifting belts (Hebegurt), cotton ropes (Zauberseil), and innovative load-securing systems (Loadfix). Solartextile holds EU Environmental Award certification for its closed-loop production process (99.7% recycled materials).
Headquarters
St. Gallen, Switzerland
Founded
2019
Company Type
Private
Business Models
Value Chain
Projects
Mamutec Hungary Solar Installation
Certifications & Awards
Certifications
EU Environmental Award
FSC Label
Sustainability
300
Tonnes CO₂/yr avoided