Vinyl flooring, from the attractive and multi-diverse cushion vinyl flooring to the modular and popular LVT planks, is all round present in the market. PVC-based flooring can be recycled and reused in several applications. However, closing the circular value chain for vinyl flooring is still a challenge, depending on flooring type (cushion vinyl vs LVT) and corresponding production process.
MEET LARA MISSEEUW
Lara Misseeuw has a strong background in chemistry and a passion for sustainable innovation. With three years of experience as a project manager at Beaulieu International Group, she is dedicated to advancing sustainability in cushion vinyl. Her expertise bridges scientific knowledge and practical application, regarding full circular value chain going from recycling, new product development and end-of-life responsibility.
Claudius Härpfer
Senior Researcher and Chair Manager - STO at RWTH Aachen University
Rick Gilsing
Researcher & Business Consultant at TNO
Ansgar Paschen
Leiter Maschinentechnologie - TFI – Institut für Boden- und Raumsysteme an der RWTH Aachen e.V.
Adriaan Debruyne
Circular innovation strategist and material explorer at Material Mastery
Ine De Vilder
PhD, Researcher "Coating & Finishing Technologies" - Centexbel
Claudio Mammino
Computer Science Engineer - RINA
Jan Jordan Vincent
Dr. Ing, Research Assistant , Institut für Textiltechnik der RWTH Aachen University
Robbert Wapstra
Managing Director Edel Carpets
Sébastien Combey
Unilin
Giampaolo Brugnoni
Master's degree in Materials and Nanotechnology Engineering
Dr.ir. Pouya Samani
Scientist, LCA Expert Cirularity & Sustainability TNO