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8th Jun 2021

Hexion has worked with Rassini for composite leaf spring application in Ford’s new model of the F-150 pickup truck. Rassini has developed the hybrid rear suspension, which comprises a parabolic main steel leaf supported by a composite helper. It has used Hexion’s Epikote epoxy resin system since it enables mass production of the composite helper spring.

7th Jun 2021

ArianeGroup has joined hands with the European Space Agency (ESA) as the lead contractor for the PHOEBUS (Prototype of a Highly OptimizEd Black UpperStage) project. The programme aims to further the development of composite technologies, for the future upper stage of the launch vehicle, Ariane 6. ArianeGroup is a French leader in space launchers.

4th Jun 2021

Further to the announcement in February 2021, that hygiene and health company Essity had entered an agreement to acquire the remaining 63.8 per cent of the shares in Asaleo Care, Essity has announced that Asaleo Care shareholders voted in favour of accepting the offer. Essity will acquire remaining 63.8 per cent of the shares for AUD 1.40 cash per...

4th Jun 2021

Kudos, a US-based sustainable diaper manufacturer, has raised $2.4 million in seed funding from investors like Foundation Capital, XFund, PJC, Precursor Ventures, Liquid 2 Ventures, SV Angel, Underscore VC, Alpha Bridge Ventures, April Underwood among others. It is the first disposable diaper to earn the cotton natural seal from Cotton Inc, said the...

4th Jun 2021

An installation created by an artist and experimental designer Megan McGlynn using Suominen’s sustainable product portfolio - a biodegradable nonwoven made of cellulosic fibres - is being showcased at Glasshouse Helsinki, a retail environment that has opened for visitors. Glasshouse Helsinki encourages individuals and companies to think sustainably.

3rd Jun 2021

Gurit, a manufacturer of advanced composite materials and composite tooling equipment, has announced a five-year materials supply contract extension with the Swiss manufacturer Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. The agreement is a continuation of a long-standing partnership and is expected to generate double digit million CHF net sales over the 2021-2025 period.

3rd Jun 2021

Techtextil North America, to be held from August 23-25, 2021 in Raleigh, North Carolina August, has announced new product categories in technical textiles and nonwovens. Visitors can see the latest manufacturing technology, machinery, and textile products, from high-tech fibres, functional apparel fabrics, and smart textiles to composites and nonwovens.

3rd Jun 2021

The World of Wipes (WOW) international conference by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, will deliver latest insights on sustainability and focus on COVID impact on wipes consumption and cleaning habits. The conference, to be held from July 12-15, 2021, in Atlanta, will deliver timely consumer insights and material science...

3rd Jun 2021

Braskem, the largest polyolefins producer in the Americas and leading producer of biopolymers in the world, has launched a new 3D Printing Filament Recycling Programme in partnership with Vartega, a leading recycler of advanced materials including carbon fibre reinforced plastics. The programme opens way for a circular pathway for material re-use.