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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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US commercialisation for the Sensium

1 December 2011
The UK's Toumaz has established a joint venture with California Capital Equity to expand the commercialisation and distribution of the Sensium digital plaster.
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PV textiles on show at ITMA

1 December 2011
At September's ITMA textile machinery exhibition, held in Barcelona, Spain, the work of the international Dephotex project was showcased, with products featured including car dashboards, pillows and j
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Strong results for Zelrix transdermal migraine patch

1 December 2011
NuPathe, based in Conshohocken, Philadelphia, has announced positive top-line results from NP101-009, its second 12-month, repeat use safety trial for its Zelrix migraine patch.
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Eden starts up nano-carbon/hydrogen pyrolysis reactor

1 December 2011
Eden Energy reports the production of the first carbon nanotubes at its nano-carbon/hydrogen pyrolysis project in Denver, Colorado, USA.
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Simple solution for wet or steamed up windows

1 December 2011
As part of a joint project by the Hohenstein Institute and Gebruder Jaeger GmbH in Wuppertal, a new window strip has been developed which absorbs and stores condensation.
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New process for conductive polyaniline nanofibres

1 December 2011
Scientists at the Ohio State University have secured US patent 8,038,907 for their process for forming aligned nanofibres of polyaniline.
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Nature shows the way for self-healing membranes

1 December 2011
Self-repairing layers of porous material could ensure that the membranes of inflatable objects are not only water and airtight but also that they can plug up any holes on their own - at least temporar
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Microfibrillated bacteria cellulose to replace glass displays

1 December 2011
Composite materials employing microfibrillated fibres of bacteria cellulose as a substitute for glass plate substrates for displays such as liquid crystal or organic light-emitting diode are the subje
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Pockets of air for building protection

1 December 2011
Sometimes called 'frozen smoke', aerogel is the lightest and best insulating solid in the world.
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