June 2012

Enzymes demonstrate their worth for processing cotton

1 June 2012

Combinations of bio-based enzymes can eliminate the need for caustic chemicals, and dramatically reduce the amount of water and energy required for the preparation of cotton textiles, a collaborative

Lenzing and Naturally Advanced Technologies sign development agreement for flax/cellulose blends

1 June 2012

A joint development agreement aims to evaluate the blending of flax with cellulose (modal and lyocell) fibres.

AGY steps up output of glass fibres

1 June 2012

Growth in demand for high-performance glass fibres from aerospace and industrial markets has prompted AGY of Aiken, South Carolina, USA, to increase the production of its S-2 Glass products by 20%.

Smooth cellulose nonwoven developed for facemasks

1 June 2012

A fibre specifically for nonwoven substrates used in facemasks for skincare is to be launched at the Asia Nonwovens Exhibition and Conference (ANEX) in Seoul, South Korea (13-15 June 2012).

US army assesses dry nonwoven wipes for decontamination

1 June 2012

The US Army is testing a nonwoven wipe containing activated carbon for decontaminating equipment exposed to chemical agents.

Comfortable absorbent article with belts that resist tearing

1 June 2012

SCA Hygiene Products has disclosed an absorbent article, such as an adult diaper or incontinence guard (1), that includes a pair of belt members (10a, 10b) that are comfortable to wear and resistant t

SCA strengthens presence in South America

1 June 2012

Sweden-based SCA has acquired the remaining 50% shareholding in the Chilean hygiene products producer Papeles Industriales (PISA), and now owns 100% of the company.

Insufficient knowledge highlighted in Taiwan's advanced wound care sector

1 June 2012

Taiwan currently requires around two million advanced wound care dressings annually and this number is likely to increase.

Bioresorbable fibre-based scaffolds for medical applications

1 June 2012

The Freudenberg Group has developed a new technology platform for applications such as surgery, wound treatment and regenerative medicine.

Limited-edition Hawaiian diapers

1 June 2012

Kimberly-Clark has announced it is continuing its strategy of launching seasonably appropriate, limitededition diapers, which started a few years ago with denim-style diapers and later continued with

Experimental resin for cast film

1 June 2012

Dow Europe has announced the introduction of XZ 89463.00 Experimental Polyethylene Resin, a new highdensity polyethylene (HDPE) resin suitable for cast film applications.

Fibre developed for long-lasting, deepwater moorings

1 June 2012

DSM of Urmond, The Netherlands, has developed a new version (DM20) of its ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibre (Dyneema), specifically for the production of ropes for deepwater moor

Duro aims to commercialize flame retardant treatment for polyamide

1 June 2012

One of the largest dyers, printers, finishers and distributors of textiles in the USA, Duro Textiles of Fall River, Massachusetts, has signed a letter of intent to license a flame-retardant (FR) treat

New investor helps expand Norafin

1 June 2012

Norafin Industries GmbH is to install a second line for making hydroentangled nonwovens at its manufacturing location in Mildenau, Germany.

Flame-retardants in three colours

1 June 2012

A range of flame-retardant (FR) coveralls for workers in the oil and gas, utility and transportation industries was introduced at the Health and Safety Expo (Birmingham, UK, 15-17 May 2012) by Praybou

$15-million investment boost to production of flame-retardant fabrics

1 June 2012

Mount Vernon Mills of Mauldin, South Carolina, USA, says it has more than doubled its production capacity for flame-retardant (FR) fabrics at its manufacturing facility in Trion, Georgia, USA.

Lightweight ballistic protection and cut-resistant clothing

1 June 2012

A UK company has introduced a thin, lightweight, comfortable, but tough, bullet-proof vest, designed to be concealed under everyday clothing as worn by senior company executives, diplomatic personnel

PPSS Group looks to boost sales in North America and South Africa

1 June 2012

A UK-based manufacturer of protective clothing has appointed exclusive distributors for all its cut-resistant products in the USA and South Africa.

Multiple protection fabrics

1 June 2012

A German company has launched a brand of cut- and stab-proof, and flame-retardant (FR) textiles for its domestic market and says it is planning to make them available in other regions.

Flame-retardant fabrics in a range of colours and styles

1 June 2012

Sander International NV of Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, has launched a range of fabrics containing durably flameretardant (FR) polyester yarns for the hospitality and transportation markets.

Aramid nanofibres now ready for mass production

1 June 2012

A Japanese company claims it has become the first to develop aramid nanofibres for mass production.

Investment in multiaxial glass fabrics for reinforcing composites

1 June 2012

A specialist in the production of multiaxial reinforcements made from carbon, glass and aramid fibres, Formax Multiaxial Reinforcements of Leicester, UK, has invested in a new machine to boost its pro

Odour-control treatment

1 June 2012

Knitwear, swimwear and intimate apparel will be given odour-control finishes following the announcement of a partnership between a US and an Italian company.

Washable, reusable garment for the retention of body fluids

1 June 2012

A washable, reusable garment or panty for the retention of body fluids is described in US Patent 8 123 735 by Robert Deerin of Durham, North Carolina, USA.

Fibertex Personal Care invests US$55 million in Malaysia

1 June 2012

Fibertex Personal Care is to invest US$55 million in a state-of-the-art production line in Malaysia.

Hybrid sleeve for applying active and static compression to a limb

1 June 2012

A hybrid compression garment (10) for applying both active and static compression to a limb (L) has been developed by Tyco Healthcare.

Booming business

1 June 2012

The Spill Control business is proving highly profitable for a number of nonwovens manufacturers and those specialist converters who turn them into oil sorbents.

FiberTect technology for US Army evaluation

1 June 2012

First Line Technology has been awarded a contract for the further development of joint sensitive equipment wipes (JSEWs) from the US Army.

Duro nylon with Alexium FR protection

1 June 2012

Duro, one of the largest dyers, printers, finishers and distributors of textiles in the USA is to license Alexium's novel flame retardant (FR) treatment under an exclusive commercial agreement.

QTC sensors for easy VOCs detection

1 June 2012

Peratech is developing an electronic nose using its award-winning quantum tunnelling composite (QTC) material.

New comfort for heart monitoring harness

1 June 2012

Researchers at the Hohenstein Institute and Metrax GmbH, based in Rottweil, Germany, are currently working on developing a new harness to be worn in everyday use for monitoring and treating patients a

Biophotonic sensors benefit from silk

1 June 2012

Silk-based nanomaterials are proposed as a significant component for improved biophotonic sensors in new world patent WO/2012/054121 secured byTufts University and the trustees of Boston University in

P2i expanding on all fronts

1 June 2012

Ombu Group has invested GBP6 million into liquid repellent nanocoating technology company P2i, as part of a GBP12 million funding round accelerating commercialisation and international growth.

Micoach to feature in first US game

1 June 2012

Adidas and the US Major League Soccer have announced that the 2012 AT&T MLS All-Star Game on July 25 in Philadelphia will be the world's first 'smart football match' and will feature the new micoa

Under Armour coldblack collection

1 June 2012

Clariant and Schoeller have helped US-based sports performance brand Under Armour to develop its latest coldblack sportswear collection which displays advanced UV protection and reflection.

Teijin to launch aramid nanofibre products

1 June 2012

Teijin Techno Products reports the development of the world's first mass-producible aramid nanofibres offering reliable heat and oxidation resistance along with high quality.

Space Foundation hails aerogels

1 June 2012

The Space Foundation has inducted low-density, light-weight flexible aerogel insulating materials into its Space Technology Hall of Fame.

New developments with halloysite nanotubes

1 June 2012

It's been a busy year to date for Natural Nano, the developer of Pleximer naturally-occurring halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) which improve the performance properties of industrial polymers, plastics and

JNC to make air-through nonwovens in Thailand

1 June 2012

JNC Corporation of Tokyo, Japan, is to establish a sales and manufacturing company for air-through nonwovens for hygiene applications in Rayong, Thailand, through its subsidiary JNC Fibers.

Dressing helps manage large amounts of exudate

1 June 2012

A multilayer wound dressing with the ability to manage large amounts of wound exudate is disclosed in US Patent 8 158 845 by Advanced Medical Solutions (AMS).

Weaving capabilities for artificial tendon and ligament applications

1 June 2012

Biomedical Structures (BMS) has introduced an advanced tapered medical textile solution for tendons, ligaments and other orthopaedic applications.

Hartmann wins supply contract with UK's National Health Service

1 June 2012

Paul Hartmann has been re-awarded a contract with UK National Health Service procurement organization NHS Commercial Solutions (NHS CS) to provide incontinence care products to patients in Kent, Surre

Starch fibres could lead to pain-free bandages

1 June 2012

A process that spins starch into fine fibres could take the pain out of removing bandages, as well as produce less expensive and more environmentally friendly toilet paper, napkins and other products,

Kevlar testing in India

1 June 2012

DuPont has opened its latest ballistics testing facility in Hyderabad, India.

Carbon benefits for tyres

1 June 2012

In its work in employing carbon nanomaterials to revolutionise other materials, Zyvex is introducing an advanced rubber technology called Zyvex Molecularly Engineered Rubber or ZyMER.

Arovex carbon and graphene breaking records

1 June 2012

A bicycle wheel rim specifically for downhill mountain biking which employs nano-enhanced carbon fibres has been jointly developed by Zyvex Technologies and ENVE Composites.

Getting into deep water with Dyneema DM 20

1 June 2012

DSM has introduced DM20, a new Dyneema fibre designed for the production of incredibly strong ropes which provide unrivalled strength, stiffness and durability.

Carbon core for EM shielding

1 June 2012

ElectriPlast Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Integral Technologies, is launching ElectriPlast-PBT/NiC as a new electrically conductive, resin-based material engineered to meet demanding elec

3M invests in Zephyr

1 June 2012

3M New Ventures has invested in Zephyr Technology, a developer of real-time physiological monitoring solutions for well-being applications in healthcare, first responder, sports, military and industri

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