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P2i Ltd attracts investment from venture capitalist

1 May 2008
Unilever Ventures is investing in plasma-based technology that helps to create waterproof surfaces.
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Faster modification of cords

1 May 2008
One of the world's leading manufacturers of tyres has devised a method to modify fibre cords to make them more adhesive to rubber.
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Hydroentangled composite for polishing wipes

1 May 2008
A hydroentangled integrated nonwoven comprising continuous filaments that are not bonded and synthetic staple fibres has been developed by inventors at SCA Hygiene Products in Sweden specifically for
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PolymerGroup introduces Spinlace to Europe at Index 08

1 May 2008
The first commercial use of Polymer Group Inc's (PGI's) Spinlace(r) material in Europe has been unveiled.
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Sheet based on carbon fibremat

1 May 2008
A sheet of carbon fibre composite suitable for thermal conduction and/or shielding radio waves is the subject of European PatentApplication EP 1 876 276.
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Permanent flame-retardant treatment for wool

1 May 2008

A treatment that imparts flame-retardant (FR) properties to fibre blends containing 30-100% wool does not lose its effectiveness when the textile comes into contact with water, according to Interna

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DSM Dyneema serves cease-and-desist order on Bladerunner for so-called"bullet-proof hoodies"

1 May 2008
DSM Dyneema says that in recent statements to the international media the firm Bladerunner has claimed to be selling so-called "bullet-proof hoodies" containing its high-strength fibre Dyneema(r).
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Making filaments opaque toX-rays

1 May 2008
Japanese inventors claim to have developed a thermoplastic filament that contains an agent rendering the textile opaque to X-rays but still capable of forming woven, knitted or nonwoven fabrics for me
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Baiksan opts for Eastman's copolyester

1 May 2008
Baiksan Lintex Corp has chosen Eastman Chemical Co's new EastONES122 copolyester for the next generation of its environmentally friendly synthetic leather brand,Cleanoble-E1.
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Toray Industries starts up SMS production in China

1 May 2008
A new Toray Industries plant in China began trial operations in May 2008 and plans to start-up full production in May, reports NRI Broadcast (March 2008).
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SCA to focus on hygiene

1 May 2008
Following a review of the company's structure,Swedish hygiene and paper product maker SCA says it will increase its focus on hygiene products,where growth opportunities are strong.SCA,Europe's largest
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Ossur divests advanced wound care product line to BSN Medical

1 May 2008
Supplier of non-invasive orthopaedic devices Ossur has divested its advanced wound care product line to BSN Medical, a provider of wound care products.
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Entegrion in distribution agreement with emergency equipment supplier

1 May 2008
US life sciences company Entegrion has entered into a distribution agreement with Southeastern Emergency Equipment, an international distributor of emergency medical equipment and supplies based in Wa
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Kimberly-Clark to acquire remaining interest in South African affiliate

1 May 2008
Kimberly-Clark has reached agreement to purchase the remaining stake in its South African subsidiary, Kimberly-Clark of South Africa (K-CSA), from Lion Match, a wholly-owned subsidiary of FASIC Invest
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Cardinal Health launches comfortable medical gown

1 May 2008
Healthcare products and services supplier Cardinal Health has introduced a surgical gown made from a unique and proprietary fabric that is said to be softer to the skin than other products, improving
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Aesthetician's absorbent multiple layer finger cover

1 May 2008
An absorbent protective finger cover (cot) worn by aestheticians to protect the surface of their skin while performing facial extractions is described in US Patent 7 316 034 by Janiene Berry and Antal
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Wrap combines pressure therapy with gel treatment

1 May 2008
A multilayer gel wrap is disclosed by US researchers in US Patent 7 303 539. The device is used for providing musculo-skeletal support as well as the treatment of skin conditions.
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Wool prevents decubitus ulcers

1 May 2008
Australia-based brand Shear Comfort has launched a range of pressure-reducing medical products made from 100% Australian wool.
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Fast-drying,water-permeable padding

1 May 2008
Fast-drying,water-permeable padding that can be used under a rigid orthopaedic cast, brace or other immobilization apparatus has been developed by Thomas Policastro of Wrentham,Massachusetts,USA.
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Umbilical hernia repair graft fits individual patient anatomies

1 May 2008
An umbilical hernia repair graft designed to fit the individual anatomy of each patient has been launched on the market.Manufactured by Cook Medical, the device is based on the company's Surgisis Biod
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