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4th Nov 2024

Researchers have developed a wireless textile energy grid using MXene nanomaterials, which can power devices such as warming elements and biosensors. This innovative grid, printed on flexible cotton, overcomes the limitations of bulky batteries and improves washability. It opens up new possibilities for wearable technology, particularly in health...

4th Nov 2024

The EU-funded REWIND project focuses on enhancing the circularity of end-of-life wind turbine blades through improved dismantling technologies and new recycling and repurposing methods for composites in construction and automotive sectors. Anticipated outcomes include better recyclability and sustainability of wind energy systems and new recycling...

1st Nov 2024

Freudenberg Performance Materials has launched a new website for its Filtura filter media brand, offering an intuitive platform for exploring advanced filtration solutions in air, liquid, and automotive markets. The site highlights Filtura's custom solutions emphasising performance and energy efficiency, while showcasing a range of products.

29th Oct 2024

INDA is accepting abstracts for the 18th annual World of Wipes (WOW) conference from July 21-25, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Industry professionals can submit abstracts on wipes-related topics until February 7, 2025. Areas of interest include dry and wet wipes, sustainability, substrate formation, packaging innovations and advancements in machinery...

28th Oct 2024

The net sales of Essity declined 2.2 per cent to SEK 36,274 million (~$3.42 million) in the third quarter of fiscal 2024, but organic growth reached 1.9 per cent. Strong earnings were driven by higher volumes in health and medical products and effective cost-saving measures, resulting in good profitability despite a challenging global economy.

28th Oct 2024

Ontex has reported €468 million ($506.23 million) in Q3 2024 revenue, a 1.7 per cent like-for-like increase, with volumes up 4.4 per cent. Adjusted EBITDA rose 29 per cent to €56 million ($60.57 million) due to volume growth and cost transformation. The company agreed to sell its Brazilian operations for approximately €110 million (~$118.99...

25th Oct 2024

Texas Tech University's nonwovens laboratory and Jayalakshmi Textiles have received the Intexcon innovation award for their collaborative research in technical textiles, presented by Rajeev Saxena in Ahmedabad, India. The partnership showcased the value-added applications of cotton. The event was attended by around 230 industry professionals.

25th Oct 2024

Gessner has launched MecNa, a revolutionary air filter media featuring a 3D nanofibre design for enhanced durability and performance. Developed post-COVID, MecNa addresses reduced lifespan issues in current nanofibre filters by embedding individual nanofibres within the media. This construction ensures high airflow resistance and consistent...

24th Oct 2024

Hexcel Corporation’s Q3 2024 net sales rose 8.8 per cent to $457 million, driven by 17.5 per cent growth in Commercial Aerospace. Adjusted Diluted EPS increased to $0.47 from $0.38 in Q3 2023. Full-year sales are expected to range between $1.90 billion and $1.98 billion. CEO Tom Gentile highlighted strong demand in aerospace but noted ongoing...