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Medical and hygiene textiles

Kimberly-Clark introduces U by Kotex range in the USA

1 May 2010
Kimberly-Clark has announced the US launch of the U by Kotex range of feminine care products, including tampons, pads and panty-liners in brightly coloured and eye-catching designs.
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Absorbent article with resilient portion prevents leakage

1 April 2010
An absorbent hygiene article described in US Patent 7 550 646 by Unicharm offers improved resiliency against lateral compression to prevent leakage of discharged fluid.
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Kimberly-Clark introduces Depend underwear in colours and prints

1 April 2010
From April 2010, Kimberly-Clark will begin offering across North America its Depend Underwear for Men and Depend Underwear for Women products in new colours and prints.
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Absorbent pad having zones with different flexibilities

1 March 2010
A disposable absorbent pad (10) having zones with different flexibilities has been developed by Unicharm.
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Absorbent product for men

1 March 2010
An absorbent product for men is described in US Patent 7 553 300 by SCA Hygiene Products.
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US researchers develop sanitary pads from local organic materials

1 March 2010
Researchers at NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, are designing affordable sanitary pads made from natural, available materials that will allow local production and sale especially i
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New range of biodegradable and hypoallergenic disposable products

1 March 2010
With its new range of biodegradable and hypoallergenic disposable products under the Naturae label, WIP of Prato, Italy, is offering an alternative to fossil sources for traditional disposable diapers
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Refastenable absorbent article

1 February 2010
A refastenable absorbent article developed by Procter & Gamble is disclosed in US Patent 7 524 313.
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Topsheet for absorbent article

1 February 2010
An improved topsheet for an absorbent article is disclosed by Kao in US Patent 7 534 928.
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Absorbent article with non-irritating refastenable seams

1 February 2010
Absorbent articles such as pant-like disposable diapers featuring non-irritating refastenable mechanical seams have been developed by Kimberly-Clark. These products:
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Disposable absorbent article with elasticized leg cuff

1 January 2010
Procter & Gamble has developed a disposable absorbent article such as a diaper with an improved elasticized outer leg cuff to minimize leakage.
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Drapeable absorbent sanitary napkin

1 January 2010
A sanitary napkin that is thin and drapeable yet still possesses the required high absorbency attributes is disclosed in US Patent 7 582 074 by McNeil-PPC, which operates as a subsidiary of Johnson &a
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Laminate material for elastic diaper closure

1 December 2009
A laminate material for an elastic diaper closure is disclosed in US Patent 7 501 361 by Nordenia Deutschland Gronau.
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Antimicrobial absorbent article

1 November 2009
A non-irritating, multi-ply antimicrobial absorbent article (110) has been developed by Kimberly-Clark.
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Feminine hygiene pad named as finalist for 2010 Visionary Award

1 November 2009
A new feminine hygiene pad from Procter & Gamble has been named as one of five finalists for the 2010 Visionary Award.
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Superabsorbent with improved absorbency of complex fluids

1 November 2009
A superabsorbent material with improved absorbency of complex aqueous fluids, such as body fluids like blood and menses, has been developed by Procter & Gamble.
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Absorbent cores having reduced thickness and improved fluid handling

1 November 2009
Absorbent cores having reduced thickness and improved fluid handling and retention performance are disclosed in US Patent 7 455 535 by Procter & Gamble.
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SCA breaks new ground with hygiene acquisition in Argentina

1 November 2009
SCA's Colombia-based joint venture has acquired Algodonera Aconcagua, one of the largest players in feminine care in Argentina.
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Absorbent article with improved fluid handling and stain masking properties

1 October 2009
An absorbent article such as a feminine sanitary napkin with improved fluid handling and effective stain masking properties has been developed by McNeil-PPC, which operates as a subsidiary of Johnson
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Absorbent articles comprising hydrophilic nonwoven fabrics

1 October 2009
Absorbent articles comprising nonwoven fabrics made hydrophilic by chemically bonding polymers to their surface are disclosed in US Patent 7 521 587 by Procter & Gamble.
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Interlabial absorbent article with improved flushability characteristics

1 October 2009
An interlabial absorbent article with improved flushability characteristics has been developed by Kimberly-Clark of Neenah, Wisconsin, USA.
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Absorbent article with wetness indicator

1 September 2009
Unicharm has developed an absorbent article, such as a disposable diaper, that is provided with an indicator adapted to become visible as soon as bodily fluid is discharged.
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Easy-to-unfold absorbent garment

1 September 2009
An easy-to-unfold absorbent garment, such as a diaper, has been developed by Kimberly-Clark.
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Absorbent article with compressed parts

1 September 2009
An improved absorbent article is disclosed in US Patent 7 504 553 by Kao.
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Pants-like absorbent article minimises skin irritation

1 August 2009
A pant-type absorbent disposable article that is said to be more adaptable to body movements has been developed by SCA of Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Absorbent article with compressed grooves and flexible portion

1 August 2009
An absorbent article for absorbing menstrual blood that easily conforms to the vaginal opening and the cleft of the buttocks has been developed by Unicharm.
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Disposable absorbent article with pocket for isolating faeces

1 July 2009
A disposable absorbent article in which the crotch portion forms a pocket for isolating faeces from urine has been developed by Unicharm.
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Absorbent structure based on particulate superabsorbent polymers

1 July 2009
A method for producing an absorbent structure is described by Paul Hartmann. Detailed in US Patent 7 462 754, the innovative process comprises:
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Method for producing a stabilized compressed tampon

1 July 2009
A process and apparatus for producing a compressed, gas stabilized tampon is disclosed in US Patent 7 472 463 by Procter & Gamble.
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Absorbent article with odour control

1 June 2009
An absorbent article in which the liquid-retentive absorbent layer includes an odour controlling member is described in US Patent 7 473 817 by Kao.
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Specially woven cotton helps to keep allergens undercover

1 June 2009
ProtecSom of France, a specialist in solutions for allergy sufferers, has launched a range of covers for mattresses, duvets and pillows that help to combat dust mites.
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Wound dressings are fully waterproof

1 June 2009
A French specialist in medical dressings has launched a unique, innovative secondary dressing kit combining adhesive gel and a protective film, which it claims provides waterproof protection for treat
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Novel medical applications for nonwovens and nanofibres

1 May 2009
Nanofibres are already being widely employed in nonwovens for applications such as fine filtration.
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Absorbent article with wings predisposed to their in-use-position

1 May 2009
In US Patent 7 449 013, Procter & Gamble describes disposable absorbent articles, such as sanitary napkins, panty-liners and incontinence pads, that have side wrapping elements (side flaps or "win
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Knowaste to open diaper waste processing line in Slovenia

1 May 2009
Knowaste, a developer of recycling technologies for diapers and personal care products, has announced it will open a processing plant in Ilirska Bistrica, Slovenia, in 2009 after signing a joint ventu
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Kimberly-Clark launches Huggies Pure & Natural Diapers

1 May 2009
Kimberly-Clark has launched Huggies Pure & Natural diapers, a super premium diaper that includes natural, organic materials and ingredients "to provide gentle protection for new babies, as well as
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Breathable absorbent article

1 May 2009
An improved breathable absorbent article has been developed by SCA Hygiene Products of Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Production of disposable hygiene products in India to take-off

1 May 2009
The potential market for disposable hygiene products in India is vast and largely untapped, reports Reena Mital.
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Soft elastic laminates

1 April 2009
USA-based Tredegar Film Products is introducing FlexFeel elastic laminate, which is described as a supersoft, stretchable elastic laminate for diaper ears and large area applications.
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Thong-shaped holder for absorbent article

1 April 2009
A thong-shaped holder for keeping absorbent articles, such as sanitary pads, interlabial devices, panty-liners or urinary incontinence items, in close bodily contact in the pudendal region of the wear
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Improved surface material

1 April 2009
An improved surface material for an absorbent article, such as a sanitary napkin or disposable diaper, is described in US Patent 7 449 418 by Unicharm.
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Contaminated textiles could be another way to spread herpes

1 April 2009
Contaminated textiles may be another pathway for the spread of herpes pathogens, in addition to the already known means, including contact with saliva and by touching surfaces after scratching open he
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Women's sanitary protection made of 100% pure cotton

1 March 2009
UK-based HypoAllergenics has introduced Sanature, a new brand of hygiene products for women. The range contains panty-liners and two types of sanitary pads.
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Mixed polymer superabsorbent fibres

1 March 2009
A mixed polymer composite fibre that is highly absorptive has been developed by Weyerhaeuser.
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Single additive can make regenerated cellulose fibres anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-viral

1 February 2009
Regenerated cellulose (rayon) fibres that contain additives capable of releasing copper (Cu2+) ions when exposed to water or water vapour have anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties, th
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Kimberly-Clark unveils gender specific adult absorbent underwear

1 February 2009
Kimberly-Clark has introduced its first line of genderspecific adult absorbent underwear under the Depend brand of incontinence products.
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Disposable diaper with urination indicator

1 February 2009
A disposable diaper (1) that includes an indicator (14), which indicates visually whether urination has occurred or not, has been developed by Unicharm.
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Hydroentangled absorbent composite nonwoven

1 January 2009
A hydroentangled composite nonwoven for absorbing liquids that can be used in hygiene products, such as diapers, training pants, sanitary napkins and incontinence garments, is described in European Pa
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Panty prevents embarrassing leaks during menstruation

1 January 2009
Simple Necessit-Ease has launched a range of bikini brief panties to the US intimate apparel market.
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Diaper with ink-printed substrate

1 January 2009
A disposable diaper developed by Procter & Gamble features an ink-printed substrate web that exhibits good ink rub-off resistance when subject to abrasion, such as, for instance,when in contact wi
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