25th Sep 2024
The Indian Ministry of Textiles will implement the Medical Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2023, effective from October 1, 2024. The order mandates strict quality standards for products like sanitary napkins and baby diapers. Manufacturers must obtain a BIS license, though small-scale enterprises and SHGs are exempt from the new regulations.
20th Sep 2024
Maxcess International has acquired International Cutting Die (ICD), enhancing its capabilities in the growing nonwoven industry. ICD, known for its precision cutting dies, brings over 50 years of expertise and exclusive technologies to Maxcess. This acquisition will allow Maxcess to offer a wide range of solutions for both wide and narrow web...
20th Sep 2024
Shalag US will invest $16.6 million to open a nonwoven fabric manufacturing facility in Mecklenburg County, creating 52 jobs. This expansion enhances Shalag's US production capacity by 25 per cent. The project, supported by state grants and workforce training programmes, underscores Shalag's commitment to innovation in nonwoven materials.
20th Sep 2024
Soft N Dry has launched the ecoLiite Core, an advanced tree-free diaper technology designed to enhance absorbency and sustainability, replacing the ecoFlex line. This innovation aligns with the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) effective January 1, 2025, ensuring compliance for manufacturers and retailers. It is now available for OEMs and...
19th Sep 2024
Pampers has teamed up with Olly Murs to promote its new Premium Protection nappies, aimed at preventing nappy rash and keeping babies comfortable. Research shows that nappy rash affects both babies’ moods and parents’ feelings of guilt. The new nappies feature a DermaComfort Layer that wicks moisture away, ensuring delicate skin remains dry and...
19th Sep 2024
US-headquartered company Medline has announced the launch of FitRight CONNECT Wetness Sensing System, a user-friendly technology for incontinence management in nursing homes. This system combines special briefs, a sensor pod, and real-time alerts to track residents' voiding patterns, reducing the time spent in wet briefs and improving care.
18th Sep 2024
Branford Castle Partner's Fund II has successfully sold Clean Solutions Group (CSG), marking its first exit and returning approximately 103 per cent of all capital invested. CSG saw significant growth during Branford's four-year ownership, quadrupling EBITDA. This partnership has facilitated strategic acquisitions and facility expansions.
18th Sep 2024
Andritz has successfully commissioned Quimicolor's first spunlace factory in Colombia. This state-of-the-art facility, capable of processing synthetic and natural fibers, features a high-speed TT card with a capacity of 10,000 tonnes per year. The project, initiated during the pandemic, enhances local production, reduces imports, and supports job...
17th Sep 2024
Hexcel Corporation has transitioned its winter sports production to the new HexPly Nature bio-derived product range, including the HexPly M78.1-LT prepregs. This shift underscores Hexcel's commitment to sustainability while maintaining high performance. The company continues to supply leading winter sports brands with advanced composites.