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A range of hybrid rovings for the automated, high-volume production of composite parts has been launched by PHP Fibers of Wuppertal, Germany.

Research confirms that several reinforced grades of Solvay’s Ryton polyphenylene sulphide (PPS) polymer demonstrate strong compatibility with Ford’s ultra-low viscosity ULV 25 automatic transmissio

Faurecia has acquired exclusive access to the intellectual property and process know-how for the manufacture of composite hydrogen tanks from STELIA Aerospace Composites.

Computer modelling analysis undertaken by the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has shown that the use of composites reinforced with carbon nanotubes (CNTs) could lead to a 30

Amann & Soehne used the occasion of Techtextil (9–12 May 2017) in Frankfurt, Germany, to unveil several developments from its recently opened Innovation Lab.

Students at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, USA, have developed a 100% biodegradable feminine sanitary pad.

Invista is investing over US$65 million in fibre production equipment at its facility in Camden, South Carolina, USA. 

Ensinger GmbH of Nufringen, Germany, has taken over plastics processing company next composites GmbH of Otelfingen, Switzerland. 

Textile sensor technology company Footfalls & Heartbeats of Nottingham, UK, is working with bandage and fabric manufacturer KOB of Wolfstein, Germany, to improve compression therapy. 

Beaulieu Technical Textiles (BTT) used the occasion of Techtextil in Frankfurt, Germany, on 9–12 May to highlight its specialized extrusion coating and extrusion laminating support for its

A composite mesh that includes a prosthetic fabric and a bioresorbable film of oxidized cellulose of microbial origin has been developed by Covidien subsidiary Sofradim Production of Trévoux, Franc

A compression stocking (10) developed by Nasrin Sesi of Southfield, Michigan, USA, features a closable/openable leg portion (18) that extends upwardly from a top of the foot portion (16).

Two products intended to simplify the assessment of the effectiveness of fabrics for protection from ultraviolet (UV) radiation are now available from the Association of Textile, Apparel & Mate

An improved compression orthosis, such as a stocking, pantyhose, half-hose or support sock, for a lower limb has been developed by Gibaud of Saint-Etienne, France.

PHP Fibers is to open an airbag fabric weaving and finishing plant at its production site in Obernburg, German. 

Technische Textilien Lörrach (TTL) of Lörrach, Germany, has invested in a complete needlepunch line including opening and blending equipment, a card, a crosslapper, drafting and needling machinery,

Absorbent, thin adhesive dressings for the treatment of chronic wounds have been developed by Urgo Recherche Innovation et Developpement, part of Laboratoires Urgo.

Voith Paper and Trützschler Nonwovens have developed a new safety standard for wet-laid hydroentangled (spunlaced, WLS) nonwovens machines. 

Bainisha of Lokeren, Belgium, has partnered with Karachi, Pakistan-based denim manufacturer Kassim to introduce sensor-containing, body-monitoring Smart Jeans at the recent Denim Premiere Visio

Puma has used its Accufoam – comprising three-dimensional, diamond-shaped dots (Topaz-Dots) applied to both sides of an elastane (spandex) upper material – to create a distinctive look for its late