Ahlstrom
In countless ways Ahlstrom’s use of small fibers make a big difference to everyone’s way of living. Out of sight, our materials purify the air you breathe and water you drink. At home, they decorate walls and keep surfaces germ free, while in hospitals they help minimize the risks of infection.Nonwovens
Ahlstrom’s Nonwovens is ranked among top six nonwovens manufacturers worldwide and serves customers in the food packaging, medical, wipes, building and technical goods sectors. We have unequalled success across a very wide range of demanding applications. This includes infusion products, drape and gowns, breathable viral barrier, wallcover, apparel and wipes.
Overall, the Innovation Leadership Team establishes company wide strategy, screens ideas and manages innovation.
Filtration Media
Ahlstrom has long been known for its advanced products and innovative manufacturing technologies. From traditional production processes to proprietary techniques that create unique products such as Trinitex three-layer, FineFiber and nanofiber nonwovens, Ahlstrom is capable of producing unique filtration solutions to meet our customers’ specific performance requirements. Glass Nonwovens
Ahlstrom’s Glass Nonwovens business serves markets for reinforcements, specialty reinforcements and glass tissues. The products are roll goods, produced mainly from Ahlstrom’s own glass fibers, and customers use them in several applications, such as vinyl floorings, windmill blades, boats and yachts and transportation.
Ahlstrom is a leading supplier of high performance fiber-based materials, including nonwovens and specialty papers. Products developed, produced and marketed by us are used around the world in numerous everyday products, including filters, medical apparel, wipes, flooring, labels and tapes. We have a strong market presence in several areas, built on over 150 years of fiber expertise, innovation and long-term customer relationships. In March 2006 Ahlstrom brought to an end over 150 years of private family ownership when it was successfully listed on the Helsinki stock exchange. In total, some 9.15 million shares were offered to investors at an initial subscription price of EUR 22 and was heavily oversubscribed.
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