One of the questions increasingly being asked within the artificial grass industry is what happens to materials after use. The answer depends largely on decisions made at the design stage. ONE-DNA\u2122 was developed around a 100% PE (one polymer) design. This approach allows material composition to remain simple and transparent, creating opportunities to explore compatibility with existing polyethylene processing infrastructure.<\/p>\n
Many artificial grass systems consist of multiple material types combined into a single structure. While this can provide specific performance characteristics, it also increases material complexity.<\/p>\n
ONE-DNA\u2122 follows a different approach by using a 100% PE (one polymer) design. As a result, discussions around material handling and processing can focus on a single polymer stream rather than multiple material types.<\/p>\n
Each ONE-DNA\u2122 installation can be registered through the ONE-DNA\u2122 registration platform. Project registration creates a documented record of the installation and provides access to relevant product and project information.<\/p>\n
Following registration, customers receive documentation including warranty information.<\/p>\n
To better understand how 100% PE (one polymer) artificial grass behaves within existing polyethylene processing systems, partner Nordic Surface collaborated with Orbit Supply Chain in Stockholm.<\/p>\n
Together, the teams evaluated how production offcuts and residual material from ONE-DNA\u2122 products could be processed using established polyethylene recycling equipment.<\/p>\n
The trial included shredding, grinding, extrusion and compounding processes commonly used within the plastics industry.<\/p>\n
Carl Pahlman, CEO of Orbit, commented:<\/p>\n
\nAt Orbit, we help companies identify processing pathways for plastic materials. Our recent trial with ONE-DNA\u2122 showed promising results. The material’s consistency enabled it to be processed using existing polyethylene recycling equipment and evaluated for potential use in a range of manufacturing applications.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Looking ahead<\/h4>\n
Projects such as this help expand understanding of how material design influences processing possibilities after use.<\/p>\n
For ONE-DNA\u2122, the objective remains clear: transparent material composition, documented product information and a 100% PE (one polymer) design that supports informed decision-making throughout the product lifecycle.<\/p>\n
Update, October 2026: this article reflects the ONE-DNA\u2122 range at the time of publication, based on polyethylene (PE). ONE-DNA\u2122 now also includes a 100% PO route; see Technology<\/a> for the current material routes. Earlier references to a take-back programme have been revised; ONE-DNA\u2122 does not currently operate a take-back programme in any market.<\/em><\/p>\n
Related:<\/strong> Sustainability<\/a> \u00b7 Technology<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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