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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

Sofidel has acquired a paper mill in Duluth, Minnesota, from ST Paper, expanding its presence in the United States. The plant, with a capacity of 65 thousand metric tons per year and advanced Andritz technology, enhances Sofidel's ability to meet growing demand. This strategic move follows Sofidel's recent organic growth investment in its Ohio...

8th Jan 2024

Harvard SEAS, Boston University, and Wyss Institute researchers created a soft, wearable robot to assist Parkinson's patients in overcoming freezing during walks. Worn around the hips and thighs, the device eliminates freezing episodes indoors. This technology presents a promising solution to enhance mobility for individuals with Parkinson's...

8th Jan 2024

Nanowear's SimpleSense, a nanotechnology-enabled wearable and software platform, has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its AI-enabled Software-as-a-Medical Device (SaMD). As the first non-invasive, cuffless, continuous blood pressure monitor, and diagnostic, SimpleSense-BP provides a transformational tool in clinical diagnostic management of...

6th Jan 2024

Carrington Textiles will showcase its stretch flame-resistant innovations at Intersec in Dubai, featuring Flametougher 290AS Flex with Cordura nylon and Xlance fibres for arc flash protection. The company emphasises sustainability with the eco-friendly Flameban family and introduces Tahoe, a stretch workwear fabric with 29 per cent recycled polyester.

30th Dec 2023

In 2023, global research in medical textiles made significant strides. Cornell University’s KnitDema aids hand oedema patients with a wearable massage technology. ETH Zurich developed a textile sensor for detecting exhaustion during physical activity. UWE Bristol introduced a fabric that monitors heart rate. LSU’s smart hat tracks babies’ body...

28th Dec 2023

In 2023, India bolstered its technical textile sector with government measures, including approving 33 R&D projects and introducing new HSN codes for trade. Initiatives like the GREAT programme and updated BIS standards aim to stimulate innovation and maintain quality, signalling a robust future for India's technical textiles on the global stage.

28th Dec 2023

In 2023, researchers worldwide unveiled remarkable smart textile innovations. WSU developed a cotton-like, conductive fibre; MIT's FibeRobo changes shape with temperature. Singapore's team created durable, spider-inspired fibres. The UK team integrated LEDs and sensors into sustainable textiles, while Finnish researchers made temperature-reactive ...