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In a quest to reimagine the footwear industry, VivoBiome continues to push the boundaries in collaboration with Balena, a pioneering materials company. 👣🌿 Introducing BioCir®flex 3D, a flexible, compostable thermoplastic designed for performance and compostability. This is not just a partnership; it’s the next step in a transformative journey challenging conventional processes with a vision for an on-demand democratised system that cuts out long wasteful supply chains and enables a real end-of-life solution. ♻ A further 18 months innovation partnership starts now; where we will continue to test, break, learn and repeat, focusing on three key areas: 1️⃣ Improve material performance – maximise durability, slip resistance and optimise the printing process. 2️⃣ Redefine biodegradability standards – Establish a new standard for bio-based performance materials. 3️⃣ End of life – Expand and enable a return pathway, promoting the importance of soil health and soil economy. ‘You never change things by fighting an existing reality. To change something, build a totally new model that makes the old one obsolete’- Buckminster Fuller. This is just the beginning; the future of footwear is being reinvented and is coming to a pair of feet near you. Stay tuned for more updates! Let us know what you think of the VivoBiome journey so far?  https://lnkd.in/eXXEtVVF 🌿 #VivoBiome #Balena #FutureOfFootwear #Vivobarefoot #DesignLikeNature Asher Clark

Vivobarefoot: In a quest to reimagine the footwear industry, VivoBiome continues to push the boundaries in collaboration with Balena, a pioneering materials company. 👣🌿 Introducing BioCir®flex 3D, a flexible, compostable thermoplastic designed for performance and compostability. This is not just a partnership; it’s the next step in a transformative journey challenging conventional processes with a vision for an on-demand democratised system that cuts out long wasteful supply chains and enables a real end-of-life solution. ♻ A further 18 months innovation partnership starts now; where we will continue to test, break, learn and repeat, focusing on three key areas: 1️⃣ Improve material performance – maximise durability, slip resistance and optimise the printing process. 2️⃣ Redefine biodegradability standards – Establish a new standard for bio-based performance materials. 3️⃣ End of life – Expand and enable a return pathway, promoting the importance of soil health and soil economy. ‘You never change things by fighting an existing reality. To change something, build a totally new model that makes the old one obsolete’- Buckminster Fuller. This is just the beginning; the future of footwear is being reinvented and is coming to a pair of feet near you. Stay tuned for more updates! Let us know what you think of the VivoBiome journey so far?  https://lnkd.in/eXXEtVVF 🌿 #VivoBiome #Balena #FutureOfFootwear #Vivobarefoot #DesignLikeNature • #3Dprinting • #AdditiveManufacturing • #technology • #innovation • #3Dprinter • [email protected] • #tranpham • www.tranpham.com • Like what you see ► Like 👍, Comment 💭, Repost ♻️, Follow me 😎 or Hit the Bell 🔔

Looking Ahead MICAM 2024: What's Next for the Footwear Industry? MICAM 2024 provided valuable insights into the future of footwear. Here are some key takeaways: Comfort remains paramount: Consumers prioritize shoes that are not only stylish but also comfortable and functional. Sustainability is a must-have: Eco-conscious practices and materials are no longer optional but essential for brands to remain competitive. Individual expression is key: The industry is moving towards catering to diverse styles and preferences, encouraging self-expression and personalization. Technology plays a growing role: From 3D printing to digital influences, technology is shaping the design and production of footwear. MICAM 2024 has set the stage for an exciting future in footwear, where comfort, creativity, sustainability, and individuality reign supreme. As we move towards Spring/Summer 2025, get ready to embrace bold designs, innovative materials, and express your unique style with every step you take.

Looking forward to this conference and present about how footwear company’s can achieve their sustainability targets and lowering carbon footprint without compromising on quality and performance using Susterra 1,3-propanediol based solutions. #susterra #renewable #biobased #regenerative #covationbio #plantbased

Last week, we asked: What manufacturing innovations are you seeing in our industry that really excite you? For our team, we believe footwear manufacturers are revolutionizing the industry with their affordable, eco-friendly innovations. What does this look like? Traditionally, creating plastic and rubber components requires expensive, machined metal tools. However, Dutch startup What the Future Footwear BV is "breaking the mold" by producing natural rubber soles using 5-cent molds. Inspired by the packing and ice cream industry, the founder thought, "If I can make ice cream in these cheap molds, why not sneaker components?" This led to the creation of natural rubber outsoles. But their innovations don’t stop there. By incorporating air, they developed lightweight foams suitable for midsoles and insoles, comparable in density to conventional EVA foams but with much better physical properties. Now, they’re aiming to eliminate the manual attachment of soles, opting for a direct attach method using simple 3D printed jigs and the inexpensive molds. What the Future Footwear BV is pioneering true innovation in the footwear industry, promising more exciting developments to come. Plus, their creations come in a variety of vibrant colors! Who doesn't love that? Connect with our team and let's continue the conversation. Email us at: [email protected] #footwear #apparel #supplychain #zefyrexperts

In March 2022, representatives of global footwear brands gathered with sustainability experts and other academic researchers on the MIT campus. The mission? To kick-start a discussion on addressing the waste produced by the footwear industry. An MIT research project arising from the Circular Shoe Systems Summit has now resulted in a white paper titled the Footwear Manifesto. #circulareconomy

In March 2022, representatives of global footwear brands gathered with sustainability experts and other academic researchers on the MIT campus. The mission? To kick-start a discussion on addressing the waste produced by the footwear industry. An MIT research project arising from the Circular Shoe Systems Summit has now resulted in a white paper titled the Footwear Manifesto. #circulareconomy

In March 2022, representatives of global footwear brands gathered with sustainability experts and other academic researchers on the MIT campus. The mission? To kick-start a discussion on addressing the waste produced by the footwear industry. An MIT research project arising from the Circular Shoe Systems Summit has now resulted in a white paper titled the Footwear Manifesto. #circulareconomy

In March 2022, representatives of global footwear brands gathered with sustainability experts and other academic researchers on the MIT campus. The mission? To kick-start a discussion on addressing the waste produced by the footwear industry. An MIT research project arising from the Circular Shoe Systems Summit has now resulted in a white paper titled the Footwear Manifesto. #circulareconomy

In March 2022, representatives of global footwear brands gathered with sustainability experts and other academic researchers on the MIT campus. The mission? To kick-start a discussion on addressing the waste produced by the footwear industry. An MIT research project arising from the Circular Shoe Systems Summit has now resulted in a white paper titled the Footwear Manifesto. #circulareconomy