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PermaStatic adds permanent charge

1 November 2008
For the filter media sector, Nanogate AG, headquartered in Gottelborn, Germany, has just introduced PermaStatic based on its new N_charge technology platform.
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IMEC paves the way towards optical sensing foils

1 November 2008
Belgian research organisation IMEC reports that it has made the first functional optical links embedded in a flexible substrate, including optical waveguides, light sources and detectors.
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PTFE mesh for surgery

1 November 2008
WL Gore's new Infinit Mesh is billed as the first 100% monofilament, large-pore knitted surgical mesh constructed entirely of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
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Merck and Nano-Terra extend alliance

1 November 2008
Global pharmaceuticals and chemical company Merck has announced an extension of its strategic alliance with nanotechnology development company Nano-Terra.
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Nano-clothing the new robots

1 November 2008
According to statistics from the International Federation of Robotics, the number of robots in private households worldwide will have increased from two million in 2004 to nine million by the end of 2
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New method for nanofibre composites

1 November 2008
A patented process for the manufacture of composite meltblown nonwovens fully integrating nanofibres is being introduced to the market by Irema Filter, based in Pavelsbach, Germany.
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Biodegradable natural fibre composites developed

1 November 2008
The first generation of high performance composite materials made from completely biodegradable natural fibre reinforced plastics has been produced by a UK-based consortium.
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Total team monitoring with Zephyr's BioHarness

1 November 2008
New Zealand's Zephyr Technology has launched the BioHarness Team System which enables coaches and trainers to monitor the physiology of up to 64 of their athletes in the field, in real-time, during tr
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Smart new materials will drive the market for inkjet inks

1 November 2008
The market for functional inkjet inks will reach $5.5 billion by 2016 according to a new report.
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Nonwoven fibrous structure and absorbent article

1 November 2008
A nonwoven fibrous structure that is said to exhibit improved hydrophilicity and wettability properties has been developed by SCA Hygiene Products.
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US approval for PurCotton

1 November 2008
Winner Medical Group, a leading manufacturer and the largest exporter by volume in the Chinese medical dressings industry, has received a US Patent for the production of its PurCotton products.
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Chinese medical cotton exports to Eastern Europe on the increase

1 November 2008
The China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Medicines & Health Products reports that Chinese medical cotton exports to Eastern Europe increased substantially year-on-year in the first
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Clearance for LifeCell Tissue Matrix

1 November 2008
Kinetic Concepts (KCI) has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its LifeCell Tissue Matrix for the management of chronic, trauma, surgical and other acute wounds.
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Covidien launches Parietex ProGrip hernia repair mesh

1 November 2008
The Surgical Devices business unit of healthcare products supplier Covidien has launched Parietex ProGrip mesh to customers in the USA and Europe.
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Polymer Group announces price increases on select medical fabrics

1 November 2008
Nonwovens producer Polymer Group (PGI) has announced that prices of its nonwoven rollgoods used in medical applications will increase by up to 12%,depending on the product,owing to continuous increase
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Finalists for 2009 Visionary Award

1 November 2008
Disposable hygiene products feature among the finalists for the 2009 Visionary Award,which will be presented during the VISION 2009 Consumer Products Conference to be held in New Orleans, Louisiana.US
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EDANA refutes"untrue" rumours on sanitary pads and tampons

1 November 2008
The Absorbent Hygiene Products Committee (HAPCO) of EDANA, the international association serving the nonwovens and related products industries, has reassured consumers that feminine hygiene products a
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Disposable leak-proof containment garment

1 November 2008
A disposable, leak-proof, containment garment has been developed by Kimberly-Clark.Designed for use in incontinence applications, the garment focuses on exudation retention (i.e.barrier functions), to
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Enlarged Dyneema Purity capacity for medical device applications

1 November 2008
DSM Dyneema is to increase manufacturing capacity of Dyneema Purity, a medical-grade ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fibre for use in medical applications, such as surgical sutures,where maxi
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Dressing with improved skin adherence capabilities

1 November 2008
An improved wound dressing claimed to have superior skin adherence capabilities is disclosed in US Patent 7 396 975 by Ossur.
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