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Biocidal reaction against germs

1 May 2009
SurfaceSkins are new hand hygiene devices intended primarily for use in hospitals and other public buildings where the potential spread of germs - most notably hospital superbugs such as MRSA and C-Di
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Space age sleep

1 May 2009
Outlast is intensifying its relationship with Bekaert Textiles, the Belgian group which has the worldwide license for producing new mattress tickings with the Outlast Matrix Infusion (OMI) application
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European R&D showcase

1 May 2009
Smart textiles and nanotechnology were very much to the fore at the fourth annual public conference of the European Technology Platform (ETP) for the Future of Textiles and Clothing.
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Lightweight air cargo net saves costs and greenhouse gases

1 May 2009
Hoffmann Air Cargo Equipment (ACE) GmbH and DSM Dyneema have jointly developed a third generation lightweight air cargo net that is one of the first worldwide to achieve a total weight of below 8 kg.
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Fire-retardant insulator developed for engine compartments

1 May 2009
A fire-retardant, insulating material based on continuous filaments of basalt has been developed by Federal-Mogul Corp, a multi-billion dollar supplier of industrial products that is based in Southfie
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Low-cost nano-silver dressing

1 May 2009
A low-cost nano-silver dressing with antibacterial and anti-toxic properties has been developed by the Chung-Shan Institute of Science & Technology.
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Absorbent article with wings predisposed to their in-use-position

1 May 2009
In US Patent 7 449 013, Procter & Gamble describes disposable absorbent articles, such as sanitary napkins, panty-liners and incontinence pads, that have side wrapping elements (side flaps or "win
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Europe show cases its latest research and development as it seeks more funds

1 May 2009
The European Technology Platform (ETP) for the Future of Textiles and Clothing brings together the region's textile and clothing industry, its related research and education communities, representativ
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UK medical firm invests in research laboratory

1 May 2009
UK-based medical device producer Xiros has opened a new laboratory at its Horsforth, Leeds, facility to research and produce advanced resorbable materials that aid tissue regeneration after surgery.
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Monofilaments for medical use

1 May 2009
Monofilaments producer Luxilon Industries has introduced several new products for the medical sector and is involved in a number of research projects aimed at developing products for niche and develop
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Superior implants for orthopaedic patients using nanotechnology

1 May 2009
A new process that could revolutionise the reliability and durability of surgical implants, such as hip and knee replacements, has received recognition for its medical and commercial potential.
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Kimberly-Clark buys Jackson Products

1 May 2009
Kimberly-Clark, the health and hygiene specialist, has acquired Jackson Products Inc, a privately owned company with headquarters in Fenton, Missouri, USA, that makes safety products.
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Survey urges Indian Government to increase focus areas in technical textiles

1 May 2009
In order to give impetus to the technical textiles industry in India, a government-commissioned study by a management consultancy firm has recommended inclusion of several more focus areas - such as p
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Gore approves sewing thread for footwear applications

1 May 2009

American & Efird Inc of Mt Holly, North Carolina, USA, has introduced its Dry line, including Anefil Nylon(r) Dry and Anefil Poly(r) Dry, which are sewing threads designed to maintain non-wicki

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Kuwaiti government unit buys Lifeshirt systems to monitor first responders

1 May 2009
A Kuwaiti government unit involved in homeland defence, disaster management and response to incidents involving hazardous materials in the Persian Gulf has purchased a number of chest straps embedded
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Current-producing surface

1 May 2009
A current-producing surface for a wound dressing has been developed by Vomaris (formerly Silverleaf Medical Products).
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New carding line starts up at HDK Industries

1 May 2009
HDK Industries has commissioned a new manufacturing line, including three 3.5 metre cards, at its Rogersville, Tennessee, USA, facility.
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UK experts unveil versatile MRSA technology

1 May 2009
A unique antimicrobial technology that can be integrated into everything found within the hospital setting, including textiles, bedside tables, light switches and even air-conditioning filters, could
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Non-leaching, gauze-based dressing gains US approval

1 May 2009
Derma Sciences says its Bioguard barrier wound dressing has gained approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Sales of the gauze-based dressings are expected to commence in June 2009.
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Resorbable guidance devices for the regeneration of peripheral nerves

1 May 2009
Researchers at the Institut fur Textil- und Verfahrenstechnik (ITV), Denkendorf, Germany, have developed new resorbable guidance devices for the regeneration of peripheral nerves.
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