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Insight7 Oct 2015The acquisition of FiberMark by Neenah Paper, announced last quarter, is now in the process of rapid integration. Neenah Paper and Packaging customers now have access to thousands of colours, textures, finishes and weights in premium papers, box wraps, folding boards and labels. Newly expanded capabilities include speciality coatings and finishings with a focus on custom work.
Insight2 Oct 2015Anti-UV, anti-ageing and moisturising are benefits traditionally associated with cosmetics, but now a new product from Dongguan Veijin has added nonwovens to this application area. But rather than being used to boost the skin, the company’s new range of nonwoven fabrics has been developed for plants.
Insight21 Sept 2015The Australian Wool Week activities took place on Wednesday, 16 September and Thursday, 17 September. The replacement of the Australian Prime Minister this particular week appeared to give the Aussie dollar some strength, as the country’s exchange rate rose by 2.5%.
Knowaste has submitted plans to develop the UK’s largest diaper recycling facility in Hayes, West London. £14m will be invested in the development of a state-of-the-art Absorbent Hygiene Product (AHP) recycling facility on an industrial site in Uxbridge Road. The site is named Hayes 180 and is planned for launch in early 2017.
News14 Sept 2015The antimicrobial properties of bamboo fibre have been demonstrated by a new odour-fighting sock for men. Launched by London-based start-up company Oh My Sock, the product is woven from high quality bamboo, which stops foot odour and even soothes blisters.
Insight11 Sept 2015Technical textiles are defined by functionality, but the emergence of wearable technology has made them more synonymous with the fusion of fashion and function, as manufacturers become increasingly conscious of aesthetics. As a result, high quality design and safety are no longer mutually exclusive – a trend that will take the spotlight at the A+A safety and security exhibition, returning to Düsseldorf, Germany, next month.
Bemax is launching an exclusive private label of disposable diapers and wipes, called Mother's Hugs, to be sold and distributed through existing Bemax channels of wholesalers and retailers in Europe and emerging African markets, as well as to buyers online through the Bemax e-commerce website.
Insight8 Sept 2015INDA has selected three finalists for its Visionary Award that will be presented during Hygienix 2015. The nominees include an adult incontinence product from Proctor & Gamble, a diaper extender pad from Sienabena, and a leak-proof pouch for men by McAirlaid’s.
Insight28 Aug 2015Dr Jan Beringer will present the results of Hohenstein’s current research study on the physiological and thermophysiological impact of compression garments in a free webinar, being aired on Wednesday, 9 September at 12 noon.
