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Testing on flexible organic PV cells

1 August 2008
The Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN) has verified that the Konarka's flexible organic-based photovoltaic (PV) solar cells demonstrate outstanding high lifetime after comprehensive envir
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Technology team-up for BioSolar

1 August 2008
BioSolar has selected Connecticut-based Rowland Technologies as its manufacturing partner for full-scale production of the company's BioBacksheet solar cell component.
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Hi-Tec and P2i promote ion-mask range

1 August 2008
Major high street sports brand Hi-Tec teamed up with P2i for July's OutDoor 2008 show in Friedrichshafen, Germany to demonstrate the lightweight, waterproof shoes Hi-Tec is set to launch as part of it
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Kermel to camouflage French troops

1 August 2008
Protective clothing manufacturer Kermel is to supply its Kermel V50 and VMC40 camouflage fabrics to the French Army within the framework of the FELIN programme (Fantassins avec Equipements de Liaisons
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POM adds strength to structures

1 August 2008
New Hostaform from Ticona is a long glass fibre acetal copolymer (POM) said to deliver better performance than standard reinforced thermoplastic polymers for use in a variety of structural application
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Sustainable fabric structures a hot topic at architect event

1 August 2008
Some of the architecture industry's top experts will present a thought-provoking workshop on how fabric structures are becoming the next wave in building innovation at the Charlotte Hilton Hotel in Ch
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Nansulate EPX now shipping

1 August 2008
Industrial Nanotech, headquartered in Naples, Florida, USA, has started shipping orders of its new Nansulate EPX product, following its introduction at the 25th International Textile Machinery Fair he
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Dispersion technology developed for activated carbon

1 August 2008
Americhem Inc, a global supplier of custom colour and additive solutions for synthetic fibres and polymers, has teamed up with Cocona Inc to create a unique masterbatch of activated carbon.
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Executive bag uses solar power to charge handheld devices

1 August 2008
A bag for business executives that sports a solar panel can charge cellular/mobile telephones, personal digital assistants (PDAs) and other handheld devices as quickly as if they were plugged into a w
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Improved nets for fish farming

1 August 2008
Badinotti Group, a global leader in netting for commercial fishing, has extended its collaboration with DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of a strong ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibr
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Johns Manville increases prices for filter media and waterproofing carriers

1 August 2008
Johns Manville has announced price increase for its polyester spunbond and glass fibre nonwoven filter media.With effect from 1August, Johns Manville has increased its prices for filter media products
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Correcting spinal deformities

1 August 2008
Correcting spinal deformities DSM Dyneema and the University Hospital Maastricht (azM),The Netherlands, are to conduct joint research with the aim of improving the results of surgery on patients with
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Higher prices for polyester fibre

1 August 2008
Advansa,which describes itself as Europe's largest polyester fibre manufacturer,has raised its prices in response to the increased costs of raw materials (particularly paraxylene),energy and other cos
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Kermel to supply camouflage fabrics to the FrenchArmy

1 August 2008
Kermel, a French manufacturer of protective clothing, is to supply its Kermel(r) V50 and VMC40 camouflage fabrics to the French Army.
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Ahlstrom announces price increases on filtration materials worldwide

1 August 2008
Ahlstrom has introduced price increases on its filter media products, citing the continued rise of raw materials and energy costs.
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Indo Poly to make SmartSilver yarns

1 August 2008
NanoHorizons and Indopoly (Thailand) Ltd, a part of the Indorama Group, have entered into a partnership to produce polyester yarns with permanent antimicrobial properties.
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Freudenberg Nonwovens raises prices globally

1 August 2008
The world's leading nonwovens manufacturer, Freudenberg Nonwovens,has raised its prices for nonwoven products with effect from 7 July.The company, which is based inWeinheim,Germany, says steep increas
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Polymer Group ups prices worldwide

1 August 2008
On 2 July, Polymer Group Inc (PGI) announced that it had begun to raise prices around the world on its nonwoven products.
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TenCate introduces cost-effective lightweight composite armour

1 August 2008
At the Eurosatory international defence exhibition in Paris, France (16-20 June 2008),TenCate presented its latest armour product for the first time.
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Price up for extrudable adhesive resins

1 August 2008
Effective from 1 July,or as contracts permit,DSM Engineering Plastics has increased prices by Euro150 t-1 for all shipments on itsYparex(r) extrudable adhesive resins.
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