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Nanoparticles improve catheters

1 July 2014
Foster Corporation, based in Putnam, Conneciticut, USA, is introducing LoPro Plus radiopaque compounds reinforced with nanoparticles for improved pushability of thin wall catheters.
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Recreating the womb

1 July 2014
A smart textile 'artificial uterus' is being developed by scientists at the Hohenstein Institute in Bonnigheim, Germany, in a bid to recreate the environment and sensory stimulation of a mother's womb
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New materials from milk waste

1 July 2014
The world's first ever industrial level continuous production of lactic acid from deproteinized lactose whey has been achieved by Cellulac, an industrial biochemicals company cased in Cambridge, UK.
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Spectacular view and sun without heat

1 July 2014
Special architecture fabrics laminated into glass are providing unique optical effects, subtle reflections and a reduction of solar heat gain for a landmark new Swiss building.
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Nonwovens from recycled carbon composites

1 July 2014

A range of recycled carbon veils and mats is being introduced to the portfolio of wet-laid high performance nonwovens by Technical Fibre Products (TFP), headquartered in Kendal, UK.

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Protective textiles to lead growth in US demand for infection prevention

1 July 2014
US demand for infection prevention products and services will expand 4.8% annually to $24.6 billion in 2018, according to a new study from Freedonia Group.
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Silver-containing dressing

1 July 2014
A wound dressing having antimicrobial activity is disclosed in US Patent 8 728 513 by ConvaTec Technologies.
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Healing device utilizes novel healing compositions

1 July 2014
A wound healing device that utilizes novel wound healing compositions embedded in a fabric-based matrix has been developed by Stemnion.
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New continence care technology nears US introduction

1 July 2014
SCA, a global hygiene company and maker of Tena incontinence and skin care products, has announced that its new continence care technology, Tena Identifi, is in the final stages of regulatory clearanc
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Artificial uterus being developed for premature babies

1 July 2014
Scientists at the Hohenstein Institute in Germany are working with Beluga-Tauchsport and M. Zellner to develop an "artificial uterus" that provides sensory therapy for premature babies.
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INDA acquires Insight conference

1 July 2014
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has purchased the Insight conference from Marketing Technology Service (MTS) and will combine the event with its Vision Consumer Products Confer
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Detachable stiffening element improves absorbent article fit

1 July 2014
An absorbent article, such as a sanitary napkin, a panty liner or an incontinence protector, that includes a stiffening element is disclosed in US Patent 8 734 416 by SCA Hygiene Products.
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Hernia repair system

1 July 2014
A system for anchoring a hernia mesh during minimally invasive surgery is disclosed in US Patent 8 617 157 by Covidien.
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Compression sock predicts the onset of diabetic foot ulcers

1 July 2014
A New Zealand company that is developing smart textiles with sensors knitted into the fabrics is working with the University of Nottingham, UK, on smart socks that could predict the onset of diabetic
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Finished products launched using silver-based technology

1 July 2014
Ag Flex Technologies of India has launched finished products with its Flexsil silver-based technology under the SilverGuard and SilverTouch brands.
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Clinical data indicate effectiveness of Aquacel Ag+ dressings

1 July 2014
A new clinical study has corroborated earlier in vitro evidence of the healing benefits of ConvaTec's Aquacel Ag+ wound dressings.
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Growing sales for wound care and closure products across Europe

1 July 2014
A new report from Frost & Sullivan, Western and Eastern European Wound Care and Wound Closure Market, finds that the market earned revenues of $4.41 billion in 2013 and estimates this to reach $6.
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Absorbent article with improved softness

1 July 2014
Absorbent hygiene articles with enhanced visual and/or tactile softness signals, but without decreased tensile strength, have been developed by Procter & Gamble of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
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Sheet-based compression garment

1 July 2014
A new hybrid type of compression garment for treating oedema is disclosed in US Patent 8 747 341 by FarrowMed.
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Private label diaper manufacturer to launch initial public offering

1 July 2014
Private label diaper manufacturer Ontex plans to launch an initial public offering (IPO) on Euronext Brussels.
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