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16th Jan 2024

Kimberly-Clark Professional launches Kimtech Polaris Nitrile Exam Gloves, offering heightened protection, durability in laboratory settings. With a unique dark magenta colour, they boast a low pinhole rate of 0.65 AQL, double the industry standard tensile strength. Certified by US Ergonomics, they prioritise user comfort and fit, suitable for...

16th Jan 2024

Ontex introduces a baby swim pants line based on its HappyFit manufacturing platform, offering an affordable solution for water activities. Designed to avoid swelling and ensure a secure fit, these pants received positive feedback in tests across Europe. As water activities increase, Ontex aims to enhance consumer loyalty by providing quality...

15th Jan 2024

Toray Industries has introduced Torayca M46X carbon fibre, boasting a 20 per cent strength increase compared to the Torayca MX series, while maintaining a high tensile modulus. Achieving this strength boost without compromising modulus involved nano-level control of graphite crystallite structures, resulting in ultrafine, ultrahigh orientation.

13th Jan 2024

The ministry of textiles, through NTTM, is organising a hackathon titled 'Fostering Innovations in Technical Textiles' from February 26 to 29, 2024, as part of Bharat Tex 2024. This event aims to unite students, researchers, and professionals to encourage innovation in technical textiles. Winners may receive funding up to ₹50 lakh under the GREAT...

11th Jan 2024

American firm WPT Nonwovens Corp opened a new $19.5 million manufacturing facility in Ohio County, Kentucky, in the presence of governor Andy Beshear. The project, initially valued at $10.7 million in 2021, is set to create 35 jobs and significantly boost the local economy. The facility will enhance production capacity for HVAC and hygiene products.

10th Jan 2024

Vartega has secured $10mn in an oversubscribed preferred equity financing round led by Diamond Edge Ventures. The funding, which also included CIF, HG Ventures, and Techstars, will support Vartega's mission to address advanced materials recycling challenges. The funds will be used to expand operations, and establish Vartega as a circular economy...

10th Jan 2024

The Honest Company has appointed Dorria L Ball as its chief people officer (CPO), effective immediately. Having served in the interim role since August 2023, Ball will continue leading the People & Workplace function, reporting to CEO Carla Vernón. With over 20 years of global HR experience, Ball is recognised for her leadership and executive...

9th Jan 2024

The UK's National Composites Centre (NCC) has commissioned Cygnet Texkimp's four-axis filament winding machine for its new hydrogen transportation and storage facility. The machine, designed for simultaneous winding of four tows, features tension control units, custom software for data recording, and two four-position creels for different fibre types.

9th Jan 2024

INDA is accepting nominations for the 2024 World of Wipes Innovation Award. It recognises creative use of nonwovens in the wipes sector. The winner will be revealed at the World of Wipes International Conference on June 20. Nominations open until April 15, can include products, technologies or techniques commercially available for the past two...