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Production of functional lyocell fibres to be commercialized

1 January 2012
Lenzing AG is to take over the exclusive production of the speciality lyocell fibres, called smartcel and SeaCell, that are currently made by their developer, smartfiber AG, at a pilot plant in Rudols
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Woven geosynthetic stabilizes soils and reinforces base courses

1 January 2012
A Patented woven geosynthetic that can stabilize soils and re inforce base courses in applications where differential settlement occurs owing to movement of the subgrade soil caused by water (so-calle
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New technology claimed to make textiles permanently germ-free

1 January 2012
A US researcher at the University of Georgia has invented an inexpensive technology that is said to render medical linen and clothing, face-masks, paper towels, diapers, intimate apparel, athletic wea
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Method for manufacturing a viscoelastic bandage

1 January 2012
A method for manufacturing a viscoelastic bandage is disclosed in US Patent 8 062 447 by CareMax.
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Absorbent core has concentrically arranged absorbent regions

1 January 2012
The inventors of an ultra-thin sanitary napkin construction claim that their improved absorbent product provides enhanced body conformation and superior fluid-handling characteristics.
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Polymer Group unveils technology to produce submicron fibres

1 January 2012
Polymer Group (PGI) of Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, has unveiled a technology platform to produce nonwovens containing submicron fibres that it says can deliver improved performance properties for
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Retrofitting pack for cabling machine saves on energy consumption

1 January 2012
Engineers at Oerlikon Saurer have developed a pack that they can fit to the company's cabling machine, the Allma CC3, in order to save on its consumption of energy.
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Fiberweb to sell hygiene business to Petropar of Brazil

1 January 2012
UK-based speciality nonwovens manufacturer Fiberweb and its subsidiary Fiberweb Holdings have agreed to sell the company's hygiene business to Brazil-based industrial conglomerate Petropar for US$286
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Advanced wound care technologies to reach US$4.5 billion in 2016

1 January 2012
A new report from BCC Research says the total market for advanced wound care was valued at US$3.6 billion in 2011 and is estimated to reach nearly US$4.5 billion by 2016 at a compound annual growth ra
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Hydrogel-containing absorbent dressing prevents maceration

1 January 2012
Structures for use in improved multilayer dressings have been developed by Systagenix Wound Management of Gatwick, UK, for the treatment of a wide range of wounds.
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Innovations and growing markets boost TenCate's geosynthetics sales

1 January 2012
TenCate Geosynthetics says its organic sales have grown by over 15% in the first three quarters, ended 30 September 2011, compared with the same figures for 2010, partly through the development of new
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Ceramic-polymer coating protects wearer against heat and abrasion

1 January 2012
Ceramic particles anchored in a polymer matrix and coated to the surface improve a textile's resistance to both abrasion and heat, according to the Swiss developer of the technology.
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Fabric protection for space-bound equipment

1 January 2012
Technical fabrics were used to protect sensitive scientific equipment that was transported to the International Space Station (ISS) in December 2011.
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SCA reorganizes hygiene operations

1 January 2012
To support its long-term strategy and strengthen competitiveness, Sweden-based SCA is reorganizing its global hygiene operations, which, it is expected, will contribute to increased efficiency, market
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High-visibility, flame-retardant fabrics

1 January 2012
A range of flame-retardant (FR) fabrics in high-visibility orange has been jointly developed by Waxman Fibres of Elland, UK, and Toledo Knitting Ltd, a manufacturer of knitted fabrics based in Pinxton
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Absorbent articles comprising nanoparticles

1 January 2012
A soft surface-coating featuring functionalized nanoparticles for use in absorbent articles has been developed by McNeil-PPC, which operates as a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson.
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Procter & Gamble continues focus on the Philippines

1 January 2012
The Philippines will continue to be a key market for consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble (P&G), with investments for expansion to continue over the long term, according the Philippine Daily
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Ahlstrom takes large stake in battery-separator technology

1 January 2012
Ahlstrom Corp of Helsinki, Finland, has invested in Porous Power Technologies LLC, a company based in Lafayette, Colorado, USA, that develops technology for lithium-ion battery separators.
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Boeing to invest $1 million a year in carbon fibre recycling project

1 December 2011
Boeing of Seattle, Washington, USA, plans to invest $1 million a year in a collaborative project with the University of Nottingham in the UK to recycle carbon fibre.
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UHMWPE tape compares to carbon fibre

1 December 2011
Teijin Aramid has opened a new plant in Emmen, The Netherlands, for the production of Endumax - the world's strongest tape.
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