Nonwovens / Technical Textiles
Technology webtalk on production and packaging technologies for respiratory protection masks
The next VDMA technology webtalk on 29th October 2020 (2 pm - 4 pm CEST) will focus on production and packaging technologies for respiratory protection masks (FFP- and surgical masks).
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Milliken donates more than 23,000 reusable gowns to local school districts
Milliken & Company, a diversified international manufacturer headquartered in South Carolina, teamed up with local schools to provide Milliken Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) reusable fabric gowns to teachers and faculty. These gowns, donated as part of the company’s initiative to support the communities where its associates live and work, will outfit teachers with a reusable gown to help alleviate health concerns and financial burdens of educating students in-person.
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Teijin Limited announced today that it is supporting efforts to deal with the heavy oil spill caused by the running aground oft he cargo ship WAKASHIO off the shore of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean.
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Success is built by connecting the right people with the right product. In a global marketplace, this means collaboration is just as important as competition. Companies need to focus on their strengths, while finding practical ways to innovate and expand upon their capabilities.
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Transparency saves cost and provides security
Where looks play an important part with ready-to-wear garment, to technical textiles applies the motto. ‘Form follows Function’. It all goes the same for protection clothes, dike reinforcement and medical textiles: they have to fulfill their task to 100% in order to prevent damage and danger.
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New website about new technology: Friction Inserts
Freudenberg Performance Materials is launching its website for its innovative friction enhancement technology combining a special hard-particle coating with a unique nonwoven from Freudenberg: Friction Inserts. On the new online platform frictioninserts.freudenberg-pm.com users get comprehensive information on the technology and its particular benefits for automotive, transportation and wind turbine industries.
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Over 100 key stakeholders join online discussion on challenges and opportunities in the pursuit of a circular economy for nonwovens
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The stores are selling several colours in adult and children’s sizes, as well as a customised, star-print design for children that is exclusive to the VARNER brands.
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Suominen introduces BIOLACE® Bamboo for wipes
Suominen, a global frontrunner in nonwoven innovations and sustainability, launches a new plant-based nonwoven for wipes: BIOLACE® Bamboo. Thanks to its key features – superior softness and cleanability – it is designed to meet the multiple requirements of various wipe applications.
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Eurofins launches Europe’s first validated test method to evaluate filtration capacity of masks for SARS-CoV-2
Eurofins Textile Testing Spain announces the launch and validation of a new test method to evaluate the filtration capacity of masks with 100 nanometre particles, the estimated mean size of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Eurofins Textile Testing Spain is currently the only laboratory in Europe and one of only three laboratories in the world to offer such a test, which is mandatory for all masks sold in the North American market.
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Ahlstrom-Munksjö launches WallStar® Digital into North America
Ahlstrom-Munksjö advances into the North American customized digital printing market, and launches Ahlstrom-Munksjö WallStar® Digital, its new portfolio of fiber-based solutions for digital printing applications.
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RISE® conference delivers on new technologies for nonwovens/engineered materials—virtually
Over 150 professionals in product development, materials science, and new technologies convened for the tenth conference edition of RISE®—Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics, held virtually, Sept. 29-Oct. 1. The event was co-organized by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and The Nonwovens Institute, and North Carolina State University.
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Berry Global’s Biesheim, France, facility achieves ISCC Plus Certification for the production of sustainable nonwovens for hygiene and medical applications
Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY) announced today its Biesheim, France, facility has achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certificate (ISCC). Berry has been awarded the certificate from SGS Germany GmbH, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. The certification enables the site to sell ISCC Plus certified nonwovens.
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Toray develops antiviral textile offering exceptional washability and comfort
Toray Industries, Inc., announced today that it has developed MAKSPEC® V, an antiviral textile that delivers exceptional washability and comfort.
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