GLOBAL CIRCULAR
NETWORK
The Global Circular Network: Interconnected EPR Platform for Sustainable Circularity
WASHABLE, FLEXIBLE RFiD THREAD DIGITAL PASSPORT + QR CODE + NFC + BARCODE + CLOUD APP
Traceability Meets Circularity: Digital Product Passport platform and tools to connect products to a circular economy
The Global Circular Network offers a full-suite, interconnected Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) platform designed to drive sustainable circularity.
Utilising advanced smart technology, the platform links products directly to circular pathways, enhancing human-centered design to increase holistic ROI and support a financially sustainable circular economy.
The platform’s unique “two-for-one” Digital Product Passport (DPP) model, powered by the world's first washable RFiD THREADS® integrated into a single washable thread enabling us to connect products to a cloud-based app. Used for new or existing textile-based products, including fashion, uniforms, accessories, footwear, homewares, mattresses as well as items used in hospitality and healthcare settings.
Designed as an open-sourced platform, we aim to facilitate seamless B2B interactions between brands and the reverse logistics value chain businesses who are at the heart of a circular economy; the R-Cyclers, sorters and recyclers.
With efficient bulk scanning capability and ability to collect new data, the RFiD THREADS® enables the capture of real-time data as products travel around a circular economy at-scale. Using this unprecedented data can be add to AI to create best-case circular strategies at every stage of a circular economy.
This innovative solution helps to recapture lost revenue, retain products within local R-Cyclers markets first before recycling, and gather comprehensive circularity lifecycle data (LCA) for compliance and reporting plus significantly reduce landfill waste, emissions, and pollution. It creates opportunities for communication, compliance, and keep B2B and B2C connectivity separate.
Two smart tools for the price of one.
Each RFiD THREADS® has a corresponding unique QR Code or add a washable NFC ring. These B2C tools enable direct communication with consumers, reinforcing brand loyalty and providing guidance on product return or recycling options.
Eco-conscious brands can utilise a “digital bridge” to integrate with other software, enhancing both brand engagement and cross-platform connectivity for a fully realised circular ecosystem. The platform promotes open-source collaboration, prioritising local resource use and connecting seamlessly to global networks.
The "double DPPs" work together to retain the products value, collect new data plus keep data both open-source and separate to customer data. The GCN empowers brands to transition towards a sustainable circular business model.
Start by booking a Q&A or join the collaborative 100 MILLION THREADS PROJECT
l love the work you're doing... I don't see any better way to help digitally power the circular economy for textiles.” Peter Majeranowski, Circ
Partnering with the world's two top RFID reader companies Chainway and Zebra Technologies.
USE UHF COMMERCIAL RFID READERS to connect products to a circular economy or connect own readers.
SMART TECH FOR A CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Revolutionary Double DPP System: An affordable, dual Digital Product Passport (DPP) system that acts like a passport for products, documenting their journey within the circular economy. Products are connected to an open-source network, linking them to various stakeholders.
Lifetime-Lasting RFiD THREADS®: The washable RFiD THREADS® stays with the product for its entire lifecycle, enabling data collection that extends beyond traceability. It includes detailed textile and material information and connects products to R-Cyclers (for resale, repair, and redesign) to establish sustainable, closed-loop systems.
ADVANCED COMPLIANCE AND DATA COLLECTION TOOLS
RFiD THREADS® DPP Tool:
Unlike QR Codes, the RFiD THREADS® acts as a digital passport, continually collecting data for regulatory compliance, covering material traceability plus usability, repairability, durability, and full circularity.B2B app software; Unlimited cloud-based connectivity, capture continuous data on our open source cloud App through UHF RFID hand held and fixed readers.
Enhanced Identification and Reverse Logistics Integration:
The system supports bulk identification, SCM tracking, and integrates with reverse logistics value chains to optimize sorting, isolate hazardous chemicals, and improve safe feedstock sourcing.
OPEN SOURCE NETWORK connects products from fibre to feedstock
Peter Hogan, Veritas Tech. “The RFID Thread product … is simply the most exciting RFID tag (thread) that I have seen after selling EAS electronic security and RFID tracking technologies to fashion retailers for over 30 years.”
INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGIES FOR COMPREHENSIVE CONNECTIVITY
Anti-Counterfeit Protection and Authentication:
RFiD THREADS® provides instant anti-counterfeit verification, IP protection, and product authenticity.IoT, Robotics, and Web3 Capabilities:
Smart connectivity solutions, including IoT, Web3, and robotics, support the platform’s seamless B2B and B2C data interactions, enabling brands to educate and engage customers in sustainable practices.
AFFORDABLE, SCALABLE SMART TOOLS
Two Easy-to-Use Smart Tools: Each product includes a washable RFiD THREADS® along with a corresponding QR Code/NFC ring, allowing seamless access to data. An open-source platform empowers any R-Cycler to connect using handheld or fixed RFID readers.
Accessible Pricing Models: The equitable pricing structure of RFiD THREADS® enables brands of all sizes to participate in a financially sustainable, interconnected circular economy that maximizes ROI.
FULL PRODUCT LIFECYCLE DATA FOR COMPLIANCE REPORTING
Comprehensive LCA Data Collection: The platform captures data across repairability, usability, durability, longevity, and recyclability. Brands can leverage this “holy grail” of data for compliance reporting, environmental impact analysis, and resource recovery metrics.
Flexible Data Integration Options: Small brands can use the spreadsheet feature for simple reporting, while larger companies can connect via a "digital bridge" to SCM and LCA platforms for detailed circularity metrics, all interoperable through five lifecycle stages.
A CIRCULAR BOOMERANG. CONNECTING SUPPLY CHAINS
End-to-End Circularity Platform: Our platform connects products and supply chains in a circular economy, functioning as a digital passport that tracks data across the product’s lifecycle, from brand to consumer, R-Cyclers, and recyclers.
Data-Driven ROI Growth: Brands can track products from local resale and recycling channels through to end-of-life stages, supporting regional economies, compliance reporting, and increasing ROI by encouraging sustainable practices.
B2B CONNECTIVITY APP AND OPEN-SOURCE CLOUD PLATFORM
Unlimited Cloud-Based Connectivity: Access continuous data via our open-source cloud app, using UHF RFID handheld and fixed readers to capture product data across the supply chain.
Empowering R-Cyclers, Sorters, and Recyclers: The platform supports creative R-Cyclers, connecting them to local resale, repair, and repurpose networks before products reach sorting and recycling, reducing emissions and pollution by extending product life.
INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS AND CIRCULARITY METRICS
Wide Range of Product Applications: RFiD THREADS® can be sewn into diverse products, from fashion and accessories to commercial textiles (healthcare and hospitality) and home furnishings, ideal for sorting and mitigating hazardous chemicals.
See how RFiD THREADS® are sewn or slipped into new and recovered products to instantly add them to a circular economy and divert from landfill, incineration and unchecked offshoring.
Customizable Circularity and Impact Metrics: Brands can request additional metrics, such as carbon sequestration and impact mapping, to optimize circular solutions and align with SDGs and impact targets.
Request the Introduction plus Pricing and Pilot details and book a Q&A Session to learn more.
A revolutionary solution for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in textile-based products including addressing the EU's incoming mandatory EcoDesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and Cirpass-2 digital passport requirements set to activate a circular economy for textile products.
EU COMMISSION CIRPASS-2. MANDATORY DPPS
Textile products are one of 12 end-use products the EU will require DPPs for all clothing, homeware and footwear products comprising majority textile materials will be ‘in scope’. We are listed on the EU Commission's Cirpass-2 Project. CEO Alison Jose is a CIRPASS-2 Expert Working Group Partner.
THINK DIFFERENT, BE COLLABORATIVE
Become a Global Consortium Partner to create unprecedented connectivity between multiple stakeholders, industries, government, and research sectors. Collaboration provides the fastest path to accelerating the delivery of accessible and efficient DPPs.
Announcing our first Global Consortium Partnership with the Nordic Circular Hotspot
Countries like Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland have some of the world’s most advanced and eco-minded brands. Via the Nordic Circular Hotspot we help link businesses to local R-Cycler businesses first to extend their products lifecycle, and then assist with efficient sorting and textile recycling plus capture mandatory data for ESPR compliance reporting.
JOIN THE 100 MILLION THREADS PROJECT
Think about 100% cotton denim jeans, possibly the most manufactured product in the world. Collaborate to join a bulk manufacturing order of 100 million washable RFiD THREADS®; purchase as little as 100 threads for same price as the big brands to connect products and people to a circular economy.
Purchase efficient, interconnected DPPs at an equitable, accessible price no matter the size of your business plus ensure compliant reporting.
See the phenomenal stats if we added 100 million threads to 100 million pairs of denim jeans to keep them out of landfill and in a circular economy.
Join the movement; choose circular.
IMPACT RATING CERTIFICATION
The GCN Impact Rating Certification supports brands to provide efficient compliance reporting data including use of circular design strategies, recycled materials, repurposing products at their highest value, support regenerative solutions and promote biodiversity, mitigate landfill, emissions and pollution to support people and planet. We encourage brands to also add their status regarding Modern Slavery Act and wages.
Connect your products now, join our 100 MILLION THREADS PROJECT or become a Global Consortium partner.
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