20th Jul 2023
Drylock US has successfully launched new discreet and consumer-preferred adult underwear with patented anti-leak channels. The innovative 3-channel core system ensures even liquid distribution for enhanced leakage protection and comfort. Drylock is the first US private label manufacturer to introduce this advanced technology in adult underwear.
20th Jul 2023
Essity has completed the divestment of its business in Russia following its decision to exit the market. The company began the process in April 2022 and incurred an impairment of approximately SEK 1.7 billion. The net sales in Russia accounted for about 2 per cent of Essity's total consolidated net sales in 2022. The buyer is New Technologies,...
18th Jul 2023
Toray Industries plans to increase carbon fibre production capacity at its facilities in South Carolina, US, and Korea. The expansion aims to meet the rising demand for pressure vessel applications driven by the clean energy revolution. The expansion aligns with Toray's commitment to sustainability and its goal of contributing to a carbon-neutral...
18th Jul 2023
Scientists have developed mycocrete, a composite material made of mycelium, the root network of fungi and knitted textiles. The mycocrete is stronger and more versatile than previous biomaterials, offering potential for eco-friendly construction. The knitted molds provide a flexible framework for growing the mycelium, allowing for diverse shapes...
14th Jul 2023
The 6th National Conclave on Standards for Technical Textiles, jointly organised by FICCI, MoT, and BIS, will take place on July 25, 2023, in New Delhi. The conclave, a forum for formulating the latest standards in technical textiles, will see addresses by key figures. Objectives include understanding the standardisation status of technical...
14th Jul 2023
Milliken & Company has appointed Patrick Keese as the executive VP and president of its Floor Covering Business. Keese, with extensive international business leadership experience, will oversee Milliken's global floor covering operations. His track record in product launches and operational excellence initiatives will contribute to their floor...
14th Jul 2023
The consortium of Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Fukui Tateami, and Teijin Limited has received manufacturing and marketing approval in Japan for their surgical patch, Synfolium. The patch, used in the treatment of congenital heart disease, consists of bio-absorbable and non-absorbable yarns coated with cross-linked gelatin.
13th Jul 2023
OETI, a member of the Testex Group, has acquired ECS, a testing and certification company specialising in eye and face protection equipment. The acquisition expands OETI's service portfolio in the PPE sector. ECS will continue operating with its existing employees and location. The acquisition aligns with OETI's internationalisation strategy.
12th Jul 2023
US-based Conagen has developed a debondable textile adhesive made from sustainable and natural biomolecules. The adhesive allows for quick and efficient correction of errors during clothing production, reducing material waste and costs. It also enables efficient material separation during textile recycling, contributing to a circular economy.