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Sensory baby vest for monitoring vital parameters

1 August 2005
Researchers at ITV Denkendorf in Germany have developed a cost-efficient, preventive device that monitors vital parameters in babies.One application is to warn against sudden infant death syndrome.
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Saurer acquires Fehrer and Kortec

1 July 2005
Saurer describes it recent acquisitions of Fehrer and Kortec as an important milestone towards realizing its nonwoven strategy: the development of a complete technology platform.
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Compostable laminate

1 July 2005
Kimberly-Clark Worldwide Inc has developed a laminate that it claims can be composted and is biodegradable.
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Nanoparticles protect against chemicals and biological agents

1 July 2005
Gentex Corp of Livonia, Michigan, USA, has patented a form of protection incorporating reactive and adsorptive components in a multi-fibre protective filter.
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Compression garment for treatment of lymphoedema

1 July 2005
A compression garment for selective application in the treatment of lymphoedema and related illnesses is described in US Patent 6 852 089 by Innovative Medical.
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Tampon with widthwise expansion for improved leakage protection

1 July 2005
A tampon with improved leakage protection is disclosed in US Patent 6 837 882 by Procter & Gamble.
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London conference to debate reusable vs disposable diapers

1 July 2005
The Resource Recovery Forum (RRF) is to bring together key stakeholders in the current nappies (diapers) debate for a one-day conference to be held at the Cavendish Conference Centre in London, UK, on
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Splittable, multicomponent polyester

1 July 2005
Mechanically divisible fibres having at least one component including poly(lactide acid) and at least a second of aromatic polyester are the subject of US Patent 6 780 357.
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Infection-preventing products

1 July 2005
Molnlycke Health Care has expanded its Barrier range with the introduction of two comfortable products aimed at preventing surgical-site infections.
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Nonwovens and warp-knitted structures for maxillofacial surgery

1 July 2005
Biocompatible, absorbable, three-dimensional (3D) textile scaffolds are being developed to help regenerate oral mucosal tissue of patients following, for instance, surgery to remove head and neck canc
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Comformable,composite dressing

1 July 2005
A comformable, thin-film composite wound dressing has been developed by 3M.
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Tougher and lighter denim

1 July 2005
A version of denim which is said to be 15% lighter and 15% more durable than conventional fabrics, has been developed in the USA by DuPont.
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Safer and lighter crash structures for motor vehicles

1 July 2005
Motor manufacturer Daimler-Chrysler AG has developed a sophisticated composite for use as a safety element in automobile designs.
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Rapid replacement of jet strips on hydroentanglement machinery

1 July 2005
Fleissner Maschinenfabrik has invented a system that allows for the rapid replacement of the jet strip in a hydroentanglement unit without the need to disassemble the equipment.
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Antimicrobial bedding and reusable underlays in Trevira Bioactive

1 July 2005
Following the introduction of hand towels and bathrobes in antimicrobial qualities using Trevira Bioactive polyester fibre, a leading terry towelling manufacturer is now supplying antimicrobial beddin
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Glass fibre mats

1 July 2005
Finland's Ahlstrom Glassfibre Oy has invented a system for making chopped strand glass fibre mats.
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Safer and more comfortable masks

1 July 2005
3M Innovative Properties Co of St Paul, Minnesota, USA, claims to have improved the design of facemasks.
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Breathable,biodegradable/ compostable laminates

1 July 2005
Breathable, biodegradable/compostable laminates designed for use as an outer cover for personal care products have been developed by Kimberly-Clark.
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Fibre-reinforced lining for pipes

1 July 2005
Instituform BV of Rotterdam, The Netherlands has developed a tubular composite to assist in the restoration and reinforcement of existing pipe and conduit systems.
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Multi-axial reinforcement

1 July 2005
Menzolit-Fibron GmbH of Bretten,Germany, discloses a system of making fibre-reinforced materials in US Patent 6 838 148.
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