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Circularity

Because there is already enough plastic waste on our planet, we at WINQS try to make all our products recyclable. This is not a matter of course, because in fact conventional sports brands still rely on linear life cycles.

In reality, most recycled products are not really recyclable. Polyester shirts, for example, can give PET bottles a second life, but their fibers are often so weak at the end of their life that they serve at best as filling material.

That's why we work either with compostable materials or with materials that we can reprocess again without any loss of quality, for example, by means of our Molecular Recycling Program. Circular instead of linear.

Now, recyclable products are much easier to develop in some categories than in others. Running shirts, hoods or longsleeves are made of one material and can thus be recycled without any problems.

However, items that require a much more complex structure, such as bags or running shoes, require a different approach. For you, we offer our Repair, Reuse and Recycle program:

1. repair
Our products are not only durable, but also repairable. So before you order a new model, think about whether the current one can be repaired. While your aunt or the nearest sewing salon might help with shirts or trousers, shoes are a bit more complex. We recommend the specialists at Sneaker Rescue, who have years of experience... and our original parts.
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2. reuse
So it's really time for new running shoes? And you really need a new running shirt as well? Fine. But consider carefully whether there might be people who would appreciate your favorite piece. Oxfam Shops are a good place for donations. Just make sure that your things are in good condition - meaning you would also offer them to your best friends.
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3. recycle
Still, one day everything comes to an end, including the life of your shirt or shoe. Check how your products can be optimally recycled. Our textiles, for example, are biodegradable. More complex items like shoes or bags require more effort. Therefore, you are welcome to send them to us and we will take care of their recycling or responsible disposal. Frankly, we believe, this is how all manufacturers should behave.
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At the heart of our recycling program is our collaboration with NIL Textile. Together with our partner, we offer a unique program on Molecular Recycling.

Molecular recycling

Molecular recycling is a process that allows recycled fibers to be reused again and again without any loss of quality. And this is how it works:

1. Shredding the substance
2. Heating, increasing pressure, adjusting PH, adding catalyst
3. Depolymerization, i.e. decomposition into non-polymerized molecular chains
4. Distillation, i.e. extraction of pure molecules
5. Purification
6. Polymerization, i.e., formation of new polymer chains
7. Hardening
8. Granulation
9. Extrusion of the fibers and processing into new products

Molecular recycling works without water consumption and requires 77% less energy to produce new fibers than manufacturing with virgin material.

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