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September 2004

Medical scrubs with a biblical theme

1 September 2004
Scripture Scrubs has developed a range of medical scrub tops with a blend of scripture and design based on biblical themes.
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Biodegradable bicomponents

1 September 2004
The Procter & Gamble Co has developed a biodegradable melt-spun fibre.
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Protective operating room garments feature composite technology

1 September 2004
Medline Industries of Mundelein, Illinois, USA, has launched a range of single-use protective apparel featuring composite technology from DuPont Medical Fabrics.
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Rise in European nonwovens output

1 September 2004
Production of nonwovens in Europe increased by 6.2% in 2003 to reach 1.29 Mt, according to the European Disposables and Nonwovens Association (EDANA).
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Novel thermal materials based on wool

1 September 2004
With the support of Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) Ltd, the Smart Textiles Innovation Centre at Canesis in New Zealand is developing a range of novel heated wool textiles.
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How can quality management help improve your business?

1 September 2004

Acordis ServicesLtd is well versed in major standards for fibre manufacturing.

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Bacteria-containing absorbent structure inhibits microbial infections

1 September 2004
An absorbent hygiene structure containing bacteria has been developed by Ganeden Biotech.
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CVC disposes all its Tencel lyocell operations to Lenzing

1 September 2004
LENZING AG has taken over the entire Tencel group of companies, effective from 4 May 2004.
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High-density absorbent materials with improved absorption properties

1 September 2004
Strong, soft, high-density absorbent materials claimed to have superior absorption properties are disclosed in European Patent 1 408 147 by Rayonier.
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Face-to-face pile fabrics

1 September 2004
Belgian loom builder NV Michel Van de Wiele has developed a method of making face-to-face pile fabrics.
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Liquid-crystal plant expansion advanced

1 September 2004
Ticona is expanding its liquid-crystal polymer (LCP) plant in Shelby, North Carolina, USA.
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Tufting yarn for pile

1 September 2004
A novel construction intended for tufting pile yarns has been developed by USA's Honeywell Performance Fibers.
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Process for making a bioabsorbable self-expanding stent

1 September 2004
A process for making a bioabsorbable self-expanding stent is disclosed in US Patent 6 719 934 by the SciMed division of Boston Scientific.
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Molnlycke Health Care extends operations in Czech Republic to include surgical drapes

1 September 2004
Molnlycke Health Care opened an extension to its factory premises located in Karvina close to Ostrava in the eastern part of the Czech Republic.
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Making carbon nanotubes

1 September 2004
Coagulation spinning can produce fibres, ribbons and yarns of carbon nanotubes, according to US Patent 6 682 677.
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Stronger fabric

1 September 2004
A filament nonwoven with greater strength in the cross-machine direction (CD) is the subject of European Patent EP 1 382 731.
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Joint venture for car filters in China

1 September 2004
Freudenberg Nonwovens Japan Vilene Co and a number of Chinese partners have combined to form a filter company in Changchun, People's Republic of China.
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Electrically conductive yarn

1 September 2004
Dutch research company Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV has developed an electrically conductive yarn.
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Antimicrobial surface treatment protection for cotton products

1 September 2004
Mosaic Furnishings, a division of UK-based Skopos Design, has introduced a range of cotton fabrics that incorporate BioCote antimicrobial surface treatment protection.
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Fluid-management composite

1 September 2004
A liquid-permeable, fluid-management, nonwoven composite fabric for use in disposable absorbent articles, is disclosed by 3M in European Patent 1 379 719.
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Picanol adapts airjet and rapier looms for glass fibre fabrics

1 September 2004
After concluding research and development, and tests in weaving mills, Picanol has launched two machines for weaving glass fibre yarns:
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European Commission establishes group to boost competitiveness

1 September 2004
The European Commission(EC's) Textiles High Level Group met for the first time on 5 March 2004 in Brussels, Belgium.
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Saint-Gobain Technical Fabricsforms joint venture with China's Hongfa

1 September 2004
Saint-Gobain has entered a joint venture agreement with the Chinese company HongFaCo.
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DSM invests Euro100 million to boost Dyneema production

1 September 2004
DSM Dyneema has opened a new production line in USA to make both fibre and unidirectional bullet-resistant material based on it.
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Electrostatic duster indicates when it is saturated

1 September 2004
An Italian has invented a nonwoven that develops an electrostatic charge to attract and retain dust, and can indicate when it is saturated.
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Fibre association appoints President

1 September 2004
The association representing the European man-made fibres industry - the International Rayon and Synthetic Fibres Committee (CIRFS) - has appointed Omer Sabanci as its President.
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Phosphorescent yarns

1 September 2004
Korea's Glow Yarn Co Ltd has revealed details of its process for making phosphorescent yarns.
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Silver-based antimicrobial products

1 September 2004
Antimicrobial synthetic fibres and fibrous products are disclosed in US Patent 6 723 428 by Foss Manufacturing.
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...Dilo to supply its Spinnbau HSP card

1 September 2004
Dilo System Group, working in cooperation with its customer Jacob Holm Industries, says it has developed a completely new solution for fibre opening and cross-laying.
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Medical bandage in roll form

1 September 2004
A medical bandage in roll form for dispensing in suitable predetermined lengths for orthopaedic use has been developed by BSN Medical of Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.
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Stretch-knit socks for diabetes patients

1 September 2004
Zzooties of Bethlehem, Connecticut, USA, has introduced a range of socks for people with diabetes and other circulatory problems.
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Eastman Chemical products target manufacturers of nonwoven fabrics

1 September 2004
Eastman Chemical Co of Kingsport, Tennessee, USA, has launched a number of products for manufacturers of nonwovens.
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Jacob Holm invests in state-of-the-art hydroentangled line in North America...

1 September 2004
Jacob Holm Industries, a producer of hydroentangled and composite nonwovens, is to install an advanced spunlace line in the USA.
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Quieter domestic appliances

1 September 2004
Acoustic insulation for domestic equipment is improved by a development from Owens Corning Fiberglas Technology Inc of Summit, New Jersey, USA.
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Absorbent articles provide improved fit when wet

1 September 2004
An absorbent article claimed to have improved fit, particularly when wet, is disclosed in US Patent 6 713 661 by Procter & Gamble.
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Wrist bandage made from a single piece of flexible, elastic material

1 September 2004
A wrist bandage for immobilizing the wrist is outlined in US Patent 6 730 053 by Beiersdorf.
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