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23rd Jun 2023

Dow and P&G China have collaborated to develop an air capsule e-commerce packaging solution aimed at reducing excessive packaging and promoting recyclability. The packaging design provides product protection, consumer convenience, and tamper-free opening. Dow's ELITE AT high-performance PE resins enable the creation of an all-PE mono material...

23rd Jun 2023

Swiss Precision Active is presenting CopperActive, a groundbreaking medical scrub at FIME Miami Fair. The innovative scrub incorporates copper and natural organic fabrics to combat bacteria and set a new industry standard. The mission is to provide healthcare professionals with innovative solutions that benefit both health and the environment.

23rd Jun 2023

India's technical textiles sector aims to reach a turnover of $40 billion by 2024. Collaborations among start-ups, research institutions, and textile companies are fostering innovation. Government initiatives, such as the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM), support R&D. Medical textiles and anti-microbial textiles are noted as fast-growing...

23rd Jun 2023

French tyre manufacturer Michelin will acquire Flex Composite Group (FCG) for €700 million in line with Michelin’s 2030 strategy. The move will boost Michelin’s polymer composite activities, while also improving FCG’s environmental footprint. The acquisition will grow Michelin’s High-Tech Materials revenue by approximately 20 per cent.

23rd Jun 2023

Shemesh Automation has launched BuckIT TKS25, an automated turnkey packaging line for buckets. The line offers high throughput, versatility for various bucket specifications, and customisation for jumbo nonwoven wet wipes. It provides a one-stop-shop solution with design, manufacturing, installation, training, and support services all in one place.

22nd Jun 2023

Freudenberg introduced the 37xx PES Series interlinings, which combine the comfort of cotton with enhanced durability and low-temperature fusing. The 100 per cent PES-based interlinings, certified by OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Class I, broaden options for apparel. The interlinings have better resilience and improved yields up to 150 cm in width.

21st Jun 2023

Albany Engineered Composites (AEC), a subsidiary of Albany International, has delivered its first components for the Airbus Wing Box Assembly demonstrator programme. The collaboration is part of AEC's efforts to develop sustainable manufacturing technologies for next-gen aircraft. The company aims to be a preferred partner to aerospace OEMs and Tier...

19th Jun 2023

Industry veteran Michael Lynch has been appointed as the nonwoven sales manager at IMA Teknoweb and IMA North America. Lynch will be responsible for developing new business opportunities and creating tailored solutions for customers in the nonwoven industry. The company aims to expand its presence in North America with Lynch's contribution.

19th Jun 2023

Glatfelter Corporation's GlatPure ADL, Absorbent Core have achieved the class 4 OK Biobased certification from TUV Austria. These components, used in menstrual care items, have a biobased carbon content of 100 per cent, demonstrating Glatfelter's commitment to sustainability. The certification verifies that the materials are derived from renewable...