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Assessing ultrafiltration media consistency

1 August 2008
The convenience of membrane-based molecular separations is widely accepted within the Bioscience industry and an intriguing application segment is the use of lab-scale ultrafiltration devices for the
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Flexural and compression strength improvements in epoxy/carbon nanotube composites

1 August 2008
Nano-Proprietary subsidiary Applied Nanotech (ANI) based in Austin, Texas, USA, reports that it has achieved substantial improvements in the epoxy-based materials used in a variety of industries throu
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Czech plasma nonwovens project

1 August 2008
Czech nonwovens manufacturer Pegas has entered into a co-operation with the Institute of Physical Electronics at Brno University and textile manufacturer Inotex to develop a new atmospheric plasma tre
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Eight new grants for NEI nano projects

1 August 2008
New Jersey-based NEI Corporation has been awarded no less than eight Phase 1 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awards from the US Department of Energy for developing new applications for nano
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Perfecting a solar cell by adding imperfections

1 August 2008
New research shows that a film of carbon nanotubes may be able to replace two of the layers normally used in a solar cell - with improved performance at a lower cost.
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New DuPont protective garments

1 August 2008
DuPont has introduced a new protective garment featuring a back panel made of its ACT (Advanced Composite Technology) fabric with the front and sleeves made entirely from Tyvek fabric.
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Big names back project for eco-assessment of engineered materials

1 August 2008
Granta Design has announced the launch of a new collaborative project, the Environmental Materials Information Technology (EMIT) Consortium, which will target materials and process decisions that cont
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Thin-film photovoltaics a $20 billion market by 2015

1 August 2008
The thin-film photovoltaics (TFPV) market will produce the equivalent of 26 gigawatts (GW) by 2015 and will generate well over $20 billion in revenues in that same time frame, according to a new repor
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Testing on flexible organic PV cells

1 August 2008
The Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN) has verified that the Konarka's flexible organic-based photovoltaic (PV) solar cells demonstrate outstanding high lifetime after comprehensive envir
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Technology team-up for BioSolar

1 August 2008
BioSolar has selected Connecticut-based Rowland Technologies as its manufacturing partner for full-scale production of the company's BioBacksheet solar cell component.
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Hi-Tec and P2i promote ion-mask range

1 August 2008
Major high street sports brand Hi-Tec teamed up with P2i for July's OutDoor 2008 show in Friedrichshafen, Germany to demonstrate the lightweight, waterproof shoes Hi-Tec is set to launch as part of it
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Kermel to camouflage French troops

1 August 2008
Protective clothing manufacturer Kermel is to supply its Kermel V50 and VMC40 camouflage fabrics to the French Army within the framework of the FELIN programme (Fantassins avec Equipements de Liaisons
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POM adds strength to structures

1 August 2008
New Hostaform from Ticona is a long glass fibre acetal copolymer (POM) said to deliver better performance than standard reinforced thermoplastic polymers for use in a variety of structural application
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Sustainable fabric structures a hot topic at architect event

1 August 2008
Some of the architecture industry's top experts will present a thought-provoking workshop on how fabric structures are becoming the next wave in building innovation at the Charlotte Hilton Hotel in Ch
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Nansulate EPX now shipping

1 August 2008
Industrial Nanotech, headquartered in Naples, Florida, USA, has started shipping orders of its new Nansulate EPX product, following its introduction at the 25th International Textile Machinery Fair he
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Dispersion technology developed for activated carbon

1 August 2008
Americhem Inc, a global supplier of custom colour and additive solutions for synthetic fibres and polymers, has teamed up with Cocona Inc to create a unique masterbatch of activated carbon.
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Executive bag uses solar power to charge handheld devices

1 August 2008
A bag for business executives that sports a solar panel can charge cellular/mobile telephones, personal digital assistants (PDAs) and other handheld devices as quickly as if they were plugged into a w
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Improved nets for fish farming

1 August 2008
Badinotti Group, a global leader in netting for commercial fishing, has extended its collaboration with DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of a strong ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibr
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Johns Manville increases prices for filter media and waterproofing carriers

1 August 2008
Johns Manville has announced price increase for its polyester spunbond and glass fibre nonwoven filter media.With effect from 1August, Johns Manville has increased its prices for filter media products
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Correcting spinal deformities

1 August 2008
Correcting spinal deformities DSM Dyneema and the University Hospital Maastricht (azM),The Netherlands, are to conduct joint research with the aim of improving the results of surgery on patients with
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