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Growth in nanotech products

1 June 2008
The global market for nanotechnology was worth $11.6 billion in 2007 and is expected to increase to $12.7 billion in 2008 and $27 billion by the end of 2013, according to a new report.
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3D malaria fighter

1 June 2008
For decades, BASF says it has been committed to the fight against malaria and other tropical diseases.
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No-sew behind VitalJacket and LZR

1 June 2008
The success of the latest Speedo LZR Racer swimsuit is in part down to the No-sew Technology developed by Petratex Confeccoes of Portugal.
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New options explored with NanoSpider

1 June 2008
The vast amount of research and development work currently being carried out worldwide into nanofibre production was emphasised at a recent conference held by Elmarco - the developer of NanoSpider tec
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T-shirts will be talking in two years: Philips

1 June 2008
In the next stage of its Lumalive development, Philips aims to unveil a "truly electronic textile" product within two years, and while there are still obstacles to be overcome, believes they are not i
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Disruptor recognition

1 June 2008
At the recent Index nonwovens show in Geneva, Switzerland, Ahlstrom claimed the Innovation Award in the Nonwovens Rollgoods category for Disruptor.
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NanoAg+ for hospital protection

1 June 2008
Hill-Rom is to incorporate NanoHorizon's antimicrobial technology into its patient support surfaces.
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New PE fibre out-performs para-aramids

1 June 2008
A new high strength melt spinning polyethylene fibre with superior lightness and cut resistance has been developed by Japan's Toyobo.
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Auxetic behaviour of nanotubes

1 June 2008
When most materials are stretched in one direction, they get thinner in the other directions - like a rubber band.
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Transition time for US nanotech initiative

1 June 2008
In 2001, the USA launched the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI), the federal coordinating programme for nanotechnology research which has received $7.2 billion in funding since inception.
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New applications will boost silver inks market

1 June 2008
The market for silver conductive inks will almost triple over the next eight years to reach $2.4 billion by 2015, according to a new report from NanoMarkets.
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Nano level mixing without bubbles

1 June 2008
In the arena of high technology and high performance materials, the uniform dispersal of nano-sized particles in substrates such as resin is extremely difficult.
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Freudenberg introduces nonwoven made of post-consumer recycled chips

1 June 2008
Freudenberg Nonwovens' Spunlaid Division North America has launched a post-consumer recycled (PCR) product range within its portfolio of spunlaid nonwoven polyester fabrics.
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Polyethylene to rival para-aramid

1 June 2008
A strong,melt-spinning polyethylene fibre with superior lightness and cut resistance has been developed by Japan's Toyobo.
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Schoeller and Clariant cooperation leads to improved NanoSphere

1 June 2008
Following last year's announcement of the strategic distribution partnership between Schoeller TechnologiesAG and Clariant, the companies have worked together to bring a new NanoSphere finish to the m
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Nanotube papers exhibit controllable auxetic behaviour

1 June 2008
Researchers have demonstrated the auxetic properties of types of so-called "buckypaper".
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Lantal promises pneumatic comfort for airline passengers

1 June 2008
At the recent Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany, Swiss fabrics specialist Lantal exhibited three prototypes of a new business class seat that exploits adjustable pneumatic technology.
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RKW-Group launches new brands and products at Index 08

1 June 2008
At the recent Index 08 held in Geneva, Switzerland, Germany-based RKW-Group presented its new RKW ProLife brand for hygiene and medical applications, including components for wipes,diapers, feminine h
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Pantex establishes subsidiary in UAE

1 June 2008
Pantex International has established a subsidiary,Pantex - MENA,serving theMiddle East andNorth Africa,reports Nonwovens Industry (25March 2008).Located in the United Arab Emirates,Pantex -MENA will p
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Modular neck support and redefinition structure

1 June 2008
A modular cervical (neck) support and redefinition structure is disclosed in US Patent 7 320 671 by Gail Gerstmar of Tigard,Oregon,USA.
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