At Cardam, we are deeply committed to caring for the environment and promoting sustainable practices. That’s why we are proud to introduce our sustainability program, designed to reduce waste and encourage recycling.
What does it involve? It’s simple. If you have purchased any product from our store and, for any reason, wish to discard or repair it, don’t worry! Instead of discarding it, we invite you to return it through our recycling program. We will take care of repairing or recycling the fabrics, giving them a second life and thus reducing our environmental impact.
And what do you get in return? An exclusive benefit for you! For every product you return for recycling or repair, you will receive a generous 50% discount on your next purchase at Cardam. So, you will be contributing to the care of the planet and also saving on your future acquisitions.
Thank you for joining us in this important sustainability initiative. Together, we can make a difference and build a greener and more prosperous world for future generations.
HOW TO GET THE DISCOUNT THROUGH THE PROGRAM?
Contact us via WhatsApp through the button directly on our website or send an email to [email protected] with the word "SUSTAINABILITY" and we will guide you through the process of returning your product, explaining how to send it and how to obtain the 50% discount through a unique code for you.
NOTE: The cost of shipping the product for recycling, as well as the new product purchased from the website with the 50% discount, will be the responsibility of the customer.
Collection and classification: The first step in the recycling process is to collect lycra fabric waste from various sources, such as used garments, production waste, or fabric scraps. These materials are then classified according to their composition and color.
Shredding: Once classified, the lycra waste is shredded into smaller fragments. This can be done mechanically with mills or shredders, or by other methods such as chemical decomposition.
Washing and cleaning: After shredding, the lycra fragments are washed to remove any dirt, chemical residues, or other impurities. This step is crucial to ensure the quality of the recycled material.
Processing and refining: The clean, shredded fragments undergo additional processes to further break down the materials into finer and more uniform fibers. This may involve the use of mechanical, chemical techniques, or a combination of both, depending on the technology used.
Yarn or fiber formation: Once the recycled fibers are obtained, they can be spun or processed to form yarns or recycled lycra fibers. This recycled yarn can have various applications in the textile industry, including the manufacture of new garments, accessories, or textile products.
Production of new products: Finally, the recycled lycra yarn or fiber is used in the production of new textile products, such as clothing, sportswear, upholstery, among others. These final products can be fully recyclable at the end of their life cycle, thus closing the recycling loop.
Every detail is very important to us, and we ensure that our Cardam packaging is environmentally friendly. Each online order is packaged and shipped in our white boxes with the gold Cardam seal for reuse.