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  2. March/April 2005

March/April 2005

Terrorist threat continues to drive US fibre developments

1 March 2005
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Coatema adds to laminating machinery

1 March 2005
M/S Coatemacoating Machinery GmbH has developed what it describes as a "two-in-one" hotmelt laminating solution--the Coatema Hot Dot Plant.
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Sultex unveils its latest air-jet loom to public at Itmex

1 March 2005
Swiss Weaving Machine manufacturer Sultex revealed its newly developed air-jet weaving machine - Sulzer Textil L5500 - to the public for the first time at Itmex, Sao Paolo, Brazil, 21-25 February 2005
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Anti-microbial polyamide carpet yarn

1 March 2005
Radici Group - a worldwide producer of chemicals, plastics, fibres, textiles and auxiliary activities, based in Italy - has introduced a new anti-microbial nylon carpet yarn, polyamide 6, containing M
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...and activewear yarn from Israel

1 March 2005
Nilit Ltd, a supplier of yarns and microfibres, has introduced Sensil Bodyfresh, a yarn that incorporates Milliken's AlphaSan(r) antimicrobial agent in order to combat odour in activewear.
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Flame-resistant copolyester adhesives

1 March 2005
Ems-Griltech has improved the flame-resistant properties of some of its copolyester adhesives.
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James H.Heal launches abrasion tester

1 March 2005
James Heal's Nu-Martindale 864 is an abrasion and pilling tester designed for flexibility and ease of use.
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Latest technologies for textiles aim to give the competitive edge

1 March 2005
In the first part of a conference held at the prestigious Royal Society in London,UK, speakers reported on the very latest technologies being used and developed in the textiles field.Ian Holme reports
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Dow predicts bright future for silicon technologies

1 March 2005
Dow Corning predicts that new high-technology finishing technologies are about to enhance the quality of life beyond stain resistance and wrinkle reduction.
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Schoeller adds natural fibre fabrics to self-cleaning Nanosphere range

1 March 2005
Swiss Company Schoeller is launching the first fabric based on natural fibres treated with its self-cleaning finishing technology NanoSphere(r).
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Europe plans for a future industry based on technical applications

1 March 2005
In the presence of European Union's (EU's) Research Commissioner Janez Potocnik, the European textile and clothing industry, represented by the European Apparel and Textile Organisation (Euratex) laun
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Better filter media targetted at the US market for gas turbines

1 March 2005
Viledon, a global leader in nonwoven synthetic media, has cooperated with the engineering firm Advanced Filtration Concepts (AFC) to develop better filtration products for gas turbines.
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World demand for dyes and pigments

1 March 2005
Worldwide Demand for organic colorants (dyes and organic pigments) is forecast to grow 4.9% a year from a relatively weak base in 2003 to reach $10.6 billion in 2008, according to the latest market st
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Why damage limitation is part of a successful company's strategy

1 March 2005
Behind every successful product,there are many others that have been discontinued -- either during development or at a commercial stage.
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Nonwovens exhibition looks set to meet ambitious targets

1 March 2005
First held in 1974, this year's Index exhibition promises to be another hugely successful show. The event is expected to attract around 12 000 visitors from more than 100 countries worldwide.
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Index 05 to showcase developments in nonwovens for the home

1 March 2005
Consultant Helena Engqvist reviews current applications of nonwovens in domestic furnishing and decorations.She also predicts significant increases in use,as nonwoven developments help the materials s
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Professional education in textiles needed at the highest level

1 March 2005
Mohsen Miraftab and Elias Siores of the Centre for Materials Research and Innovation,University of Bolton,UK,make a passionate plea for the engagement of the next generation of students with textiles.
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Destructive testing techniques for fibre-reinforced composites

1 March 2005
In the second of a three-part series reviewing the test methods applicable to fibrereinforced composites, M.Subramanian Senthil Kannan and R.Geethamalini of India's PSG College of Technology consider
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Velcro-Foster-Miller partnership cements proprietary positions

1 March 2005
A case study featuring Velcro USA and Foster-Miller demonstrates how a long-term partnership based on trust has helped both sustain their industry leadership.
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Water-repellency treatment also offers protection from ultraviolet radiation

1 March 2005
A UK Company has launched an aftercare product for the outdoor trade claiming that it combines water-repellency with increased fabric strength, increased resistance to ultraviolet (UV) degradation, an
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Scientists use ink-jet printers to create made-to-measure skin

1 March 2005
Made-to-Measure skin and bones, which could be used to treat burn victims or patients who have suffered severe disfigurements, may soon be a reality using ink-jets that can print human cells.
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Amicor and Associated Weavers introduce anti-allergen carpets

1 March 2005
Fibre Technology Specialist, Amicor, has joined forces with Europe's leading carpet manufacturer, Associated Weavers,to produce what the partners describe as the world's first durable anti-allergen ca
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Johns Manville invests in polyester spunbond line to satisfy growing demand from Central and Eastern European for roofing products

1 March 2005
Johns Manville, which describes itself as a leading manufacturer of premium-quality building and speciality products, today announced plans to invest in a new polyester spunbond production line at its
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Senior executives invited to debate drivers for growth in polyolefin textiles

1 March 2005
The European Association for Textile Polyolefins (EATP) has announced the dates, venue and theme for its 2005 Executive Seminar.
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