August 2008

Microbial cellulose dressing for treating chronic wounds

1 August 2008

Microbial-derived cellulose is used for treating specific types of chronic wounds in a development disclosed by Lohmann & Rauscher.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Improved wound dressing

1 August 2008

An improved wound dressing has been developed by Ossur of Reykjavik, Iceland. The adhesive layer is said to gently adhere to and detach from a wound site while providing superior fluid uptake.

Pain-sensitive therapeutic dressing

1 August 2008

A therapeutic wound dressing that is sensitive to the level of pain is described in US Patent 7 361 646 by Ethicon.

Controlled release dressing for enzymatic debridement

1 August 2008

A controlled release dressing for the enzymatic debridement of necrotic and non-viable tissue in a wound has been developed by Coloplast.

Gecko-inspired bandage

1 August 2008

Researchers at the US-based Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have created a waterproof adhesive bandage, inspired by geckos,which could be used alongside sutures and staples as a basic oper

New solutions for correcting spinal deformities

1 August 2008

DSM Dyneema and the University HospitalMaastricht (azM), TheNetherlands,are to conduct research into improving surgical outcomes for patients with spinal deformities.

Antibiotic textile materials

1 August 2008

A hydrophilic textile matrix that provides sustained antibiotic activity is described in US Patent 7 385 101 by Noble Biomaterials (formerly Noble Fiber Technologies).

Trendy designer products

1 August 2008

Designer diapers are becoming a new fashion trend, appealing to young, fashion-conscious parents (see also MedicalTextiles, June 2008, page 1).

Immuno-stimulating coating

1 August 2008

An immuno-stimulating agent to provide rapid healing and the ready acceptance and integration of surgical devices, such as surgical mesh,within body tissues has been developed by Brennen Medical.

Process for the formation of high strength bioabsorbable suture fibres

1 August 2008

Ethicon has disclosed a process for the formation of high-strength bioabsorbable multifilament sutures in US Patent 7 378 045.

Flush ability product guidelines launched by industry associations

1 August 2008

Two industry associations representing manufacturers of hygiene products containing nonwoven textiles have launched guidelines for determining if products are suitable for disposal via the wastewater

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

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

Inkjet deposition will change the face of textile finishing, TenCate predicts

1 August 2008

In January this year, TenCate acquired 75% of the shares of Xennia Technology, based in Cambridge in the UK, primarily in seeking to accelerate the opportunities for the use of inkjet technology in th

Nano-level changes in spunbonded nonwovens during plasma treatment

1 August 2008

Seshadri Ramkumar and his team at Texas Tech University have been exploring the nano-level changes which take place on spunbonded nonwovens during plasma treatment.

Tailored smart textiles courses from Ohmatex

1 August 2008

Smart textiles specialist Danish Ohmatex has developed a new, focused half-day workshop in response to demands from industry.

Republic launches Fibretronic iPod jacket

1 August 2008

UK high street retail chain Republic is the latest company to release an iPod jacket incorporating Fibretronic's five function keypad technology.

Biopac to integrate Zephyr BioHarness

1 August 2008

Zephyr Technology of Auckland, New Zealand, has signed a supply agreement with Biopac Systems of Goleta, California, USA, to supply it with the Zephyr BioHarness physiological monitoring device.

Fabrics to render toxic chemicals harmless

1 August 2008

Cornell fibre scientist Juan Hinestroza is working with the US government to create fabrics made of functional nanofibres that will decompose toxic industrial chemicals into harmless byproducts.

Nanofibre architecture to fight tooth decay

1 August 2008

Tissue-engineering strategies directed at mimicking the natural extracellular matrix have utilized synthetic and non-synthetic scaffolds to direct cell differentiation and matrix mineralization (in th

UK's NHS seeks new technology to beat hospital bugs

1 August 2008

Textiles businesses which have products or technologies that could help prevent the spread of MRSA or similar infections are being asked to come forward to take part in a new NHS programme in the UK.

Metallic nanoparticle integration into polymers

1 August 2008

NanoHorizons has been researching two potential new strategies for integrating metallic nanomaterials into synthetic and non-synthetic polymer systems.

Nike+ expands from foot to wrist

1 August 2008

The new Nike+ SportBand is the latest evolution of Nike+ technology which allows runners to see their distance, pace, time and calories burned as they run.

Assessing ultrafiltration media consistency

1 August 2008

The convenience of membrane-based molecular separations is widely accepted within the Bioscience industry and an intriguing application segment is the use of lab-scale ultrafiltration devices for the

Flexural and compression strength improvements in epoxy/carbon nanotube composites

1 August 2008

Nano-Proprietary subsidiary Applied Nanotech (ANI) based in Austin, Texas, USA, reports that it has achieved substantial improvements in the epoxy-based materials used in a variety of industries throu

Czech plasma nonwovens project

1 August 2008

Czech nonwovens manufacturer Pegas has entered into a co-operation with the Institute of Physical Electronics at Brno University and textile manufacturer Inotex to develop a new atmospheric plasma tre

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

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

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

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.

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

Thin-film photovoltaics a $20 billion market by 2015

1 August 2008

The thin-film photovoltaics (TFPV) market will produce the equivalent of 26 gigawatts (GW) by 2015 and will generate well over $20 billion in revenues in that same time frame, according to a new repor

Big names back project for eco-assessment of engineered materials

1 August 2008

Granta Design has announced the launch of a new collaborative project, the Environmental Materials Information Technology (EMIT) Consortium, which will target materials and process decisions that cont

New DuPont protective garments

1 August 2008

DuPont has introduced a new protective garment featuring a back panel made of its ACT (Advanced Composite Technology) fabric with the front and sleeves made entirely from Tyvek fabric.

Perfecting a solar cell by adding imperfections

1 August 2008

New research shows that a film of carbon nanotubes may be able to replace two of the layers normally used in a solar cell - with improved performance at a lower cost.

Eight new grants for NEI nano projects

1 August 2008

New Jersey-based NEI Corporation has been awarded no less than eight Phase 1 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awards from the US Department of Energy for developing new applications for nano

Eight new grants for NEI nano projects

1 August 2008

New Jersey-based NEI Corporation has been awarded no less than eight Phase 1 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awards from the US Department of Energy for developing new applications for nano

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