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January 2012

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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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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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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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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Sizings for glass-fibre reinforcements for wind turbine blades

1 January 2012
The first of a range of glassfibre reinforcements with sizings that are tailored to work well with specific resins has been introduced by 3B of Battice, Belgium.
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DSM closes plant

1 January 2012
DSM Dyneema is to close its facility for making ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) tape in Flaach, Switzerland, in April 2012.
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Absorbent article for men provides a barrier against liquid leakage

1 January 2012
A single-use absorbent article for use by men is described in US Patent 7 993 318 by SCA Hygiene Products.
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Tear testing more accurately and safely

1 January 2012
A UK manufacturer has redesigned its tear-testing machine to make it more accurate, safer and cheaper.
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Toray launches bio-based polyamide fibre

1 January 2012
A Polyamide(PA) fibre made substantially from biomass-based renewable materials will be unveiled by Toray International Europe at the ispo 2012 exhibition in Munich, Germany, on 29 January to 1 Februa
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Quantitative measurements of the odours caused by perspiration

1 January 2012
Researchers at the Hohenstein Institute in Bonnigheim, Germany, have developed two methods for measuring the number of molecules of perspiration that are trapped in textiles.
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Hohenstein Institute opens laboratory in Hong Kong

1 January 2012
On 9 December 2011, the Hohenstein Institute opened its latest testing laboratory in Hong Kong, a location which the organization says is an important hub for the textile markets in China and south-ea
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Hollow polyester with modified cross-section absorbs moisture and provides thermal insulation

1 January 2012
A lightweight polyester fibre with a highly modified cross-section can rapidly absorb moisture, such as sweat, as well as providing bulk, and thermal shielding and insulation, according to its Japanes
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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General Motors and Teijin in pact to produce high-volume composite cars

1 January 2012
A pact signed by Teijin Ltd of Osaka, Japan, and General Motors (GM) from Detroit, Michigan, USA, will see the partners co-develop advanced technologies for carbon fibre-based composites that have the
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Glass-fibre reinforcements from 3B are specially designed for reinforcing wind turbine blades

1 January 2012
The first of a range of glass-fibre reinforcements with sizings that are tailored to work well with specific resins has been introduced by 3B of Battice, Belgium.
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Ahlstrom takes stake in battery separator technology

1 January 2012
Ahlstrom of Helsinki, Finland, has agreed to invest in Porous Power Technologies LLC, a company based in Lafayette, Colorado, USA that develops technology for lithium-ion battery separators.
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All-aqueous process for electrospinning silk protein

1 January 2012
Tufts University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have patented an all-aqueous process for the production of silk biomaterials such as fibres, films, foams and mats.
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Extra-conductive carbon nanofibre has elliptical cross-section

1 January 2012
Teijin and the Tokyo Institute of Technology have co-developed a highly conductive carbon nanofibre (CNF) with the first elliptical cross-section consisting of well-developed graphite layers ordered i
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Low cost medical sensors

1 January 2012
Among the latest product introductions for potential incorporation in medical disposables is the Metria wearable sensor from Avery Dennison.
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Record low-density lattice

1 January 2012
A microlattice of hollow tubes of nickel consisting of 99.99% air, developed in California, is believed to be the lowest-density material in existence.
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Patent on electronic nose secured

1 January 2012
A chemical sensor and a system and method for sensing a chemical species based on nanofibres has been patented by Li Han at the Research Triangle Institute in Apex, North Carolina, USA.
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Engineered Eminus

1 January 2012
Eminus is a high volume web containing continuous polymeric nanofibre manufactured by Milliken & Company in the US.
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Fully printed carbon nanotube circuits

1 January 2012
Since the invention of liquid crystal displays in the mid-1960s, display electronics have undergone rapid transformation.
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Setting smart Standards

1 January 2012
ASTM International will sponsor a workshop on smart textile applications on February 1, 2012, at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
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High protection from Saint-Gobain

1 January 2012
The ONESuit PPS totally encapsulating gas-tight suit has now gained SOLAS Type II-2 certification per the requirements of International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
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Wearable Technologies 2012

1 January 2012
The Fifth Wearable Technologies Conference will focus on key areas in which wearable electronics and smart textiles are rapidly emerging, including sports, smartphones and consumer gadgets and therapy
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Headliner with integrated sound and ambient light

1 January 2012
Johnson Controls - now the leading supplier of automotive fabrics worldwide - has integrated a lightweight audio system into the headliner of its ie:3 demonstrator car, rendering loudspeaker units in
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Versatile nonwoven mats based on chitosan

1 January 2012
Scientists Caroline Schauer and Marjorie Austero of Drexel University in Philadelphia have been electrospinning crosslinked chitosan with carbon black.
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Repeat success with regenerative nanofibre trachea

1 January 2012
A collaboration between Harvard Bioscience and Nanofiber Solutions has resulted in the second successful transplantation of synthetic tissue-engineered windpipes being carried out during 2011.
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Nanoweb patent for membrane filtration

1 January 2012
In its recently secured US patent 8,038,013, DuPont describes a new liquid filter with a composite structure that has a nanoweb adjacent to and optionally bonded to a microporous membrane.
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Fulgar explores manufacturing and selling Rhodia's bioactive yarn

1 January 2012
Rhodia Fibras of Santo Andre, Brazil, and Fulgar of Castel Goffredo, Italy, say they are talking about ways to manufacture and sell a textile yarn based on polyamide 6.6 (PA6.6) in Europe.
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US demand for filters to show growth

1 January 2012
The value of the US market for filters will reach US$12.6 billion a year by 2015, having grown annually by an average of 7.1% from 2010, according to the latest study.
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Ahlstrom targets Indian filter market

1 January 2012
Shorter lead-times for the supply of customers in the rapidly growing Indian market are the goal of the latest investment by Ahlstrom's Filtration Business.
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Unique structure of carbon nanofibre gives it novel properties

1 January 2012
Two partners from Japan, have developed a carbon nanofibre that they claim is highly conductive and has an unprecedented structure.
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Smaller fibre for composites sensors

1 January 2012
The ability to embed sensors within materials such as composites provides engineers with the ability to measure intrinsic strain of components during their production, or use under varying load condit
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Nissan adds biopolyester to its LEAF

1 January 2012
The 100% electric Nissan LEAF will employ Teijin's Eco Circle Plantfiber bio-polyester in seats and interior trim surfaces marking the debut of this latest eco-material in a mass-produced vehicle.
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New nanotube for printed semiconductors

1 January 2012
SouthWest NanoTechnologies (SWeNT), based in Norman, Oklahoma, USA, is introducing a new SWeNT will feature single-wall carbon nanotube (SWCNT), SG65i, for use in printed semiconductor devices.
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