Woonsocket, RI – 2/12/2025 – Bouckaert Industrial Textiles (BIT), a leader in high-performance non-woven solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation: a cutting-edge carding, cross-lapping, and needle punch line designed to enhance the production of fiberglass-based materials. This advanced manufacturing line significantly expands BIT’s capabilities, enabling the production of 100% fiberglass non-wovens as well as fiberglass/polyester and fiberglass/polypropylene blends. Additionally, the system can incorporate bi-component or low-melt fibers, allowing for the creation of moldable non-woven materials.

With an impressive 125-inch width, this new line enhances BIT’s capacity to support fiberglass-based insulation, acoustical materials, and composite applications, further solidifying the company’s position as an industry leader in advanced non-woven solutions.

Expanding the Temp-Sonic™ Product Line

The addition of this manufacturing line strengthens the Temp-Sonic™ family of fiberglass-based products, which are widely recognized for their high-temperature insulation and superior acoustic and thermal performance. These materials are engineered for precision fabrication and conversion, including lamination, die-cutting, molding, and impregnation processes.

Temp-Sonic™ products are used in a wide range of demanding applications, including:

• Automotive: Dash insulators, engine-side acoustic absorbers, underbody shields
• Industrial: Heat shield cores, thermal insulators, battery insulation
• HVAC & Appliances: Insulation for heating and cooling systems, high-performance appliance insulation
• Infrastructure: Cure-in-place (CIPP) pipe liners, composite substrates

Customizable Solutions for Performance-Driven Industries

With this latest investment, Bouckaert Industrial Textiles is uniquely positioned to develop custom-engineered non-woven materials tailored to specific customer applications. The new line offers:

• Versatile thickness options, ranging from 0.1” to 1”
• Weight variations from 225 gsm to 1350 gsm in-line, with up to 4750 gsm achievable through additional needling
• Enhanced production efficiency and scalability to meet evolving industry needs

For over 40 years, Bouckaert Industrial Textiles has been at the forefront of non-woven innovation, delivering tailored solutions for high-performance applications. Whether you require a moldable acoustical absorber, a durable substrate for aerogels or chemical treatments, or a flexible, high-temperature heat shield core, Temp-Sonic™ delivers proven performance and reliability.

Learn More

To explore BIT’s expanded capabilities, the Temp-Sonic™ product line, and how we can develop custom fiberglass non-wovens for your needs, visit www.bitfelt.com.