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15th Nov 2019

Based on unaudited results, PFNonwovens, a producer of nonwovens textiles, recorded consolidated revenues of CZK 4,817.4 million in the first nine months of 2019, up by 0.3 per cent year-on-year (yoy). Sales volumes in tonnage terms decreased. On the other hand, the development in the price of polymers had a positive effect on the yoy development of...

14th Nov 2019

Technical textiles specialist Arville has taken over Delta Filter Services, towards its goal to position itself as 'best-in-class' specialist in the design, weaving, finishing, coating and fabrication of technical textiles. Delta's business, equipment, order book and customers have become part of Arville's existing fabrication business unit in...

14th Nov 2019

Bindatex, known for precision cutting of difficult to cut materials, has doubled its capacity by investing in a new composite slitting line. The new line has increased composites slitting capacity to 30 tonnes per year. The line can cut UD, prepreg, and composite materials to widths of just 3.175mm. The investment has also generated five new jobs.

14th Nov 2019

Airborne UK has joined the National Composites Centre (NCC) as a member, allowing the two companies work together on automation and collaborative digital projects, with the goal of reducing the cost of manufacturing composite structures. Airborne UK will now have access to the NCC's facilities, capabilities, and the expertise needed to support its...

14th Nov 2019

Net sales for Garware Technical Fibres Ltd, a manufacturer of technical textiles for Indian and global markets, declined by 11.2 per cent to ₹232.42 crore in Q2 FY20 ending September 30, 2019, as compared to ₹261.83 crore in Q2 FY19. The net profit after tax grew by 40.5 per cent to ₹46.26 crore in Q2 as against ₹32.93 crore in corresponding period of...

13th Nov 2019

Cristex, a supplier of high performance fibres and fabrics for composites and reinforced plastics markets, showed products for various markets like aerospace, automotive, marine, and construction, at the recently held Advanced Engineering Show for the ninth consecutive year. The show is the UK's only dedicated event to the composites manufacturing...

13th Nov 2019

Scientists at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have developed a light-weight, wearable sleeve that regulates individual finger forces to facilitate functional movement in paralysed individuals. The team developed closed-loop neurostimulation methods and textile-based electrodes using proprietary processes from Myant to make the sleeve.

13th Nov 2019

Ford Motor is introducing technology to produce seamless seat covers with 3D knitting. Employing production techniques found in manufacture of running shoes, clothing and furniture, Ford is exploring the opportunity for customers to design their own seat covers, add bespoke touches such as pockets and padding, and use more breathable materials for...

12th Nov 2019

Cobra International, one of world’s largest OEM manufacturers of composite products, has announced its partnership with Skeeta Foiling Craft, to build new range of hydro foiling dinghies. Cobra’s strong, light and beautiful composite construction of the dinghies, will allow them to quickly foil in light winds, launch easily, rig up and get on water...