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Thermoplastics reinforced with unidirectional fibres

1 January 2003

A Swiss company has developed a way to reinforce thermoplastic bands by using pressure impregnation of a fibre strand.

Flushable fibrous structures

1 January 2003

A flushable fibrous structure for use in absorbent articles such as diapers and incontinence pads has been developed by Procter & Gamble.

Tyre cord - rayon or polyester?

1 January 2003

Acordis Industrial Fibers in Arnhem, The Netherlands, makes two completely different types of tyre cord: Diolen polyester and Cordenka high-tenacity rayon.

Method for making diapers containing superabsorbent

1 January 2003

A method for making superabsorbent-containing diapers has been developed by Weyerhaeuser.

Removal of exudate speeds healing

1 January 2003

A new range of wound dressings is being introduced into key European markets by Coloplast of Humlebaek, Denmark.

Accurate winding

1 January 2003

A system for simultaneously winding a series of rovings on to a support has been developed in France.

Playtex considers strategic options including sale

1 January 2003

Tampon manufacturer Playtex Products of Westport, Connecticut, USA, is looking at strategic growth options for the company, including the possible sale of a part or all of the company.

Lower shrinkage polypropylene

1 January 2003

A US company claims to have found a way to make polypropylene fibres with lower shrinkage.

Smith & Nephewto acquire Dermagraft

1 January 2003

Medical devices company Smith & Nephew is hoping to acquire Advanced Tissue Sciences' 50% share of the Dermagraft joint venture for $12 million.

Centerpulse sells Vascutek business to Terumo

1 January 2003

Centerpulse of Zurich, Switzerland, has sold its Vascutek vascular prosthesis business to Japan's Terumo Corp for $170 million.

Diamond coatings for aramids

1 January 2003

A diamond-like coating (DLC) improves the flexural rigidity of aramid fibres and suppresses their low yielding behaviour, according to US inventors.

Abrasion and wrinkle resistance

1 January 2003

An abrasion- and wrinkle-resistant finish for fabrics that, its inventor claims, is effectively permanent is the subject of International Patent 01/18304.

Hydrophilic fibre excels in high-speed processability

1 January 2003

A hydrophilic fibre claimed to excel in high-speed processability has been developed by Chisso.

Belt reduces back pain while lying down

1 January 2003

A flexible padded belt adapted to be worn by a person in a horizontal position has been developed by Mary Pearcey of Sarasota, Florida, USA.

Durably wettable liquid-pervious web prepared using radiation curing

1 January 2003

A durably wettable liquid-pervious web prepared using a radiation curing process has been developed by Procter & Gamble.

As a result of advances in dye formulation and dyeing technologies, Klopman has developed a range of specially formulated dark colours that can be combined with its range of high-visibility fabrics ca

Bioactive fibre also offers protection against fire

1 January 2003

Trevira is releasing to the market a multifunctional fibre with bioactive properties. According to the company from Frankfurt, Germany, the fibre also offers protection against fire.

Conductive fibres

1 January 2003

A Japanese firm has patented a fine electrically conductive fibre, as well as a conductive yarn made from the fibre.

Gore's filter fibre

1 January 2003

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Fluid control

1 January 2003

A Japanese inventor (US Patent 6 407 015) has devised a fabric that can control the flow of fluids.

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