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The UK-based Nonwovens Innovation and Research Institute (NIRI) has introduced a new Skin Science division that is complementary to its nonwovens research and development service. The division is particularly relevant for wound dressings, wipes, cosmetics and any skin contact applications.
Suominen introduced a new logo to depict the flushability and dispersibility of its Hydraspun substrates at INDEX in Geneva. The new registered logo graphically represents a wipe breaking up when a water environment and carries the words ‘flushable and dispersible’.
“In the airlaid segment, there has been good progression since the acquisition of Concert Industries and we have gained market share in the past four years,” said Jonathan Bourget, vice president and general manager of its Advanced Airlaid Materials Business Unit. “The next evolution includes looking into opportunities that have previously existed but not been explored, such as looking at adjacent business sectors in personal care, for example. We are looking into the wipes segment where we participate in North America but there are other opportunities.
During the course of last year, air treatment specialist Canalair Service Srl developed what it says is one of the most comprehensive and high performance technological plants ever installed on a nonwoven line. The project with Italy-based Texsus comprises the complete treatment of air flow processes for a new production line, integrated with energy saving and energy recovery systems applied to the existing thermal plants. The project also included a system to ensure pressurisation of the line and its surroundings, designed to protect the line from all kinds of outside contamination.
Tom Zaiser has been named as chief executive officer of Indorama Ventures subsidiary FiberVisions, succeeding Gary Spitz who is leaving the company. Mr Zaiser will continue in his current role as president and general manager of the ES FiberVisions joint venture.
Art Novel is utilising the Energear technology from Schoeller Technologies in the area of upholstery fabrics. The technology is designed to ensure energy (in the form of Far Infrared Rays) released by the body is returned to it, which is said to have a positive effect on the body and its energy balance.
Mount Vernon FR and Carhartt have joined forces to develop Carhartt Flame Resistant (FR) Extremes Arctic outerwear. The line has been designed to offer a new level of wind resistance, durability, warmth and comfort to workers in extreme weather conditions, without added weight or bulk.
INDA, the US-based association of the nonwoven fabrics industry, has received a 2014 US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Environmental Merit Award for a public awareness campaign that successfully reduced the amount of non-flushable baby wipes found in the wastewater system in Portland, Maine.
Warwick Mills is preparing to weave the first textiles with Monster Silk recombinant spider silk from Kraig Biocraft Laboratories. Kraig shipped the Monster Silk yarn to Warwick, which after studying the material, requested that it be processed to additional specifications. The material was then shipped back to Kraig and studied by a silk spinning expert, who analysed the fibres. The fibers were then processed according to the directions and specifications and the resulting material shipped to Warwick. Warwick is now testing and analysing Kraig's Monster Silk recombinant spider silk and determining the best ply and cord twisting for yarn optimisation in preparation for creating sample textiles.
News6 May 2014Thermore has launched a new down concept called EvoDown. The concept was developed to provide an alternative to duck and goose down, which it says is experiencing escalating costs, as well as issues surrounding animal welfare and a lack of quality control.
INDA, the US-based association of the nonwoven fabrics industry, has announced the four companies that will compete for the World of Wipes Innovation Award at the conference in June. The annual award recognises the product that most expands the use of nonwovens and demonstrates creativity, novelty, uniqueness and technical sophistication within the entire nonwoven wipe value chain. The finalists will present their products and the award winner will be announced during the World of Wipes (WOW) International Conference to be held from June 2-5, at The Depot Renaissance Hotel, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Visteon Corporation has agreed to divest the majority of its global automotive interiors business to an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. The transaction, which is subject to regulatory reviews and other conditions, is expected to be completed by December 31, 2014.
Columbia Sportswear and its Italian-based subsidiary OutDry Technologies has been granted a preliminary injunction against Geox SpA and Nibar Srl in connection with the sale of certain Amphibiox branded shoes in Italy. The court determined that some Amphibiox shoes likely infringed an OutDry patent used to create waterproof-breathable footwear and authorised the seizure of certain Amphibiox products, issuing an injunction to prevent further sale of the offending footwear. The interim decision is subject to appeal.
Insight30 Apr 2014Growth in the global market for medical nonwoven disposables is being driven by factors such as rapid advances in nonwoven production technology, increased focus on preventing hospital acquired infections (HAIs) and improving healthcare infrastructure and services across developing countries, according to a new report from Global Industry Analysts.
