October 2009

Speciality multi-wall carbon nanotubes developed to fill gap in market

1 October 2009

A US-based developer and manufacturer of single-wall carbon nanotubes has introduced a new category of materials that it refers to as speciality multi-walls (SMWs).

Antistatic, fine, core-sheath polyester

1 October 2009

Researchers in Japan claim to have developed a polyester-based fibre that is antistatic but can still be produced as a fine, false-twisted yarn with all the desirable textile properties of such an ite

New data supports ConvaTec negative pressure wound therapy

1 October 2009

Medical technologies developer ConvaTec has announced the publication of new data demonstrating positive clinical results achieved with the Engenex Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system.

Electrospinning can eliminate toxins and mimic natural tissues

1 October 2009

US researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are exploring new ways to create, enhance and employ electrospun fibres for medical device applications.

Polypropylene improves performance of carbon fibre reinforcements

1 October 2009

A high-performance polypropylene (PP) fibre has been found to improve the toughness and durability of carbon fibre-reinforced composites (CFCs) used in motorsport, at the same time as reducing their w

Dressing for treating a burn, decubitus, contusion or ulcer

1 October 2009

A dressing for treating such as wounds as burns, decubitus, contusions, excoriations or ulcers has been developed by Zuiko.

Fibre design simplifies the application of in-fill to artificial grass surfaces

1 October 2009

TenCate Thiolen BV (Ten Cate Grass) is working to improve the characteristics of artificial grass fibres in such a way as to make the process of applying the in-fill to the surface simpler.

Nanofibres now an option for Nonwovens Research Lab

1 October 2009

The Nonwovens Research Lab at The University of Tennessee (UTNRL) says it has added nanofibre meltblowing capabilities to its 15 cm (six inches) line.

Angiotech receives approval for Quill SRS product lines for sale in Brazil

1 October 2009

Angiotech Pharmaceuticals has received approval to begin marketing the Quill SRS polydioxanone (PDO), Monoderm, polypropylene and nylon product lines in Brazil.

Electrospun silk fibroin tubular matrices for small vessel grafting

1 October 2009

The use of electrospun silk fibroin tubular matrices for small vessel bypass grafting was presented to the Natural Fibres Congress held in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, in June 2009.

Stem cell breakthrough with textile implants at Hohenstein

1 October 2009

Researchers in Germany have developed a coating that they claim allows adult human stem cells to colonize the surface fibres of textile implants.

Polyester multifilaments made intobetter reinforcements

1 October 2009

Polyester multifilaments that disperse homogeneously in a matrix resin to provide improved reinforcement are the subject of International Patent Publication WO 2008/056645.

Heat-resistant polyphenylene sulphide fabric is dimensionally stable

1 October 2009

A Japanese company has developed a nonwoven that is made from polyphenylene sulphide (PPS) fibres and claims that it does not need to apply subsequent thermal treatment to make the fabric dimensionall

Simple, efficient, cheap route to ultra high molecular weight polyethylene

1 October 2009

Solving existing technical problems with the production of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibres is the goal of three Chinese inventors.

Clean room facilities part of expanded headquarters at Argotec

1 October 2009

Argotec Inc, which describes itself as one of the world's largest manufacturers of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) film and sheet, has opened a new 0.88 ha (95 000 square feet) world headquarters and

Greenology chooses SmartSilver for medical apparel

1 October 2009

Greenology, which makes sustainable Do No Harm medical apparel, has selected NanoHorizons' SmartSilver to provide the permanent antimicrobial performance for its range of scrubs.

Absorbent articles comprising hydrophilic nonwoven fabrics

1 October 2009

Absorbent articles comprising nonwoven fabrics made hydrophilic by chemically bonding polymers to their surface are disclosed in US Patent 7 521 587 by Procter & Gamble.

Teijin and Li Ning combine to introduce China's first closed-loop polyester-recycling programme

1 October 2009

A programme for collecting and recycling used garments in China is the first of its kind in that country, according to the two partners responsible Teijin Group of Japan and the local sports apparel c

Redesigned dentists' gowns for better protection

1 October 2009

Redesigned dentists' gowns have been proposed by researchers from the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the University of Strasbourg, France, to provide a safety and protective function as well as comfort.

Laser welding of textiles

1 October 2009

Scientists at the Hohenstein Institute in Bonnigheim, Germany, have determined key process parameters for the prototype of a TexWeld 140 laser sewing machine made by Prolas.

Absorbent article with improved fluid handling and stain masking properties

1 October 2009

An absorbent article such as a feminine sanitary napkin with improved fluid handling and effective stain masking properties has been developed by McNeil-PPC, which operates as a subsidiary of Johnson

FOV Fabrics to take over L. Michael's production and distribution

1 October 2009

Vertically integrated woven fabric producer FOV Fabrics of Boras, Sweden, is to take over the production and distribution of L. Michael's products from 1 February 2010. L.

Interlabial absorbent article with improved flushability characteristics

1 October 2009

An interlabial absorbent article with improved flushability characteristics has been developed by Kimberly-Clark of Neenah, Wisconsin, USA.

Saarland antimicrobial nanotech team up

1 October 2009

Nanogate AG has announced a strategic cooperation with specialist nanotech firm Sarastro, which will enable its to enhance materials, surfaces and products with new biological properties to create

Patent filing for on/off invisibility cloak

1 October 2009

Fractal Antenna Systems has filed for patent protection on a system for making a wideband invisibility cloak turn on and off.

FDA approval for LifeVest wearable defibrillator

1 October 2009

Zoll Medical Corporation, a US manufacturer of resuscitation devices and related software solutions, has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to market and sell a new model

Patent filed for energy capturing synthetic grass

1 October 2009

Artificial turf could be used to convert sunlight into useful energy with new technology proposed by a team of researchers at the University of Florida Research Foundation, in international patent WO/

Bioharness FRS 1000 for first responders

1 October 2009

A new product from Zephyr Technology is helping to protect firefighters and first responders in the line of duty by monitoring their vital signs in realtime.

Cardinal to distribute HemCon products

1 October 2009

The hemostatic HemCon Patch and the HemCon Bandage manufactured by HemCon Medical Technologies are to be made available to 2,100 US hospitals and more than 58,000 other healthcare sites by Cardinal He

BioSolar files patent for BioBacksheet

1 October 2009

California-based BioSolar has filed a patent application to protect its proprietary BioBacksheet-A for the thin-film solar cell market, which is distinguished by an absolute moisture barrier.

Ice cream images in Istanbul

1 October 2009

Philips continues to promote its Lumalive technology to the special events market, and the company's Turkish partner Radikal was involved in a special promotion for Mini-Melts ice cream in Istanbul du

Smart fabrics up to the acid test

1 October 2009

ITS fibresmart is a new coating developed by Itac, based in Manchester, UK, which gives a substrate the ability to change colour when it comes into contact with acid.

Cricket arena textile roof benefits from TiO2

1 October 2009

The recently-completed S3 Cricket Stadium in Dubai is the first in the world to have a TiO2 topcoat applied to its woven fibreglass PTFE membrane roof.

Nanocoating for self-destructing messages

1 October 2009

New light-reactive coatings which make metal nanoparticles into inks for self-erasing paper have been developed by a team of researchers at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, USA.

US demand for infection prevention products at US$24 billion in 2013

1 October 2009

US demand for infection prevention products and services is forecast to increase by 4.8% annually to US$23.5 billion in 2013 (Table 1), according to a new report by the Freedonia Group.

Medical applications of Tencel

1 October 2009

In the medical sector, Tencel is currently being used for wipes, gauze equivalents, incontinence products and drapes.

SmartSilver for scrubs

1 October 2009

Greenology USA, the manufacturer of sustainable Do No Harm medical apparel, has selected NanoHorizons to provide SmartSilver antimicrobial performance as a primary feature of its new Do No Harm scrubs

Halloysite nanotube patents secured

1 October 2009

NaturalNano has secured two significant patents covering the use of halloysite nanotubes in applications with potential impact on the energy economy.

At the forefront of Swiss innovation

1 October 2009

Coldblack, jointly-developed by Schoeller Technology and Clariant, has been nominated for the 2009 Swiss Design Prize.

Intelligent shoe for instant diagnosis

1 October 2009

A new intelligent shoe to ensure the correct treatment advice is given to people with walking difficulties has been developed by Martin Schepers of the University of Twente in The Netherlands.

Funding for new OPV developer

1 October 2009

The North American FlexTech Alliance has awarded a $450,000 contract to California-based Solarmer Energy to design and synthesize high efficiency donor polymer materials for use in Organic Photovoltai

Funding for nanotube growth method

1 October 2009

Surrey NanoSystems, based in Newhaven, UK, has secured second round funding of GBP2.5 million from Octopus Ventures, IP Group, the University of Surrey and other investors.

Enhanced electrically conductive nanotube

1 October 2009

Southwest Nanotechnologies, headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, USA, is introducing an enhanced electrically conductive grade of single-wall carbon nanotube (SWCNT) called SWeNT CG 200.

Patent for knitted transducer

1 October 2009

Another international patent for a knitted 'linear electronic transducer' has been secured by UK-based SmartLife Technology.

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