nylon news

13th May 2020

Brazilian nonwovens giant Fitesa is expanding capacity. It has signed four new projects with technology supplier Reicofil. The package includes state-of-the-art equipment that will significantly increase capacity to serve the healthcare and hygiene markets, making nonwovens for medical gowns, drapes, surgical and N95 facemasks, diapers and sanitary...

13th May 2020

Ecofibre Limited, a provider of hemp products in US and Australia, has commenced distribution of Hemp Black facemasks across the US. Ecofibre has previously announced that its Hemp Black business would adjust and accelerate its product launch plans to shift capacity and meet developing demand for the personal protection equipment (PPE).

12th May 2020

Palexpo and Edana have rescheduled INDEX 20 exhibition to be held from September 7-10, 2021, as a result of the ongoing uncertainty facing the world in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the continuing ban on gatherings of large numbers of people in Switzerland. Held every three years, INDEX is the largest global meeting place for the nonwovens...

12th May 2020

Mahlo has launched infrared technology for measuring and controlling production processes of spunlaced nonwovens. With its systems for process control and quality measurement, Mahlo, manufacturer of measuring and automation systems for the textile and finishing industry, supports manufacturers in the production of high-quality nonwoven articles for...

12th May 2020

INDA, the association of the nonwoven fabrics industry, has launched a portal, Allies Against COVID-19, on its website. It connects industry resources and increases awareness of actions by nonwoven and engineered fabric producers in the fight against COVID-19. The website details such actions from 71 INDA member companies that span the entire supply...

12th May 2020

Superior Group of Companies (SGC), a brand builder of apparel products, has announced to donate $5 million WonderWink and Fashion Seal Healthcare branded scrubs to hospitals and healthcare facilities in areas impacted by Covid-19. SGC is also partnering with Governor Andrew Cuomo’s central coordinating team to distribute scrubs to various New York...

11th May 2020

In response to the country’s urgent need for PPE (protective personal equipment), Sweden’s ACG group has set up a dedicated new nonwovens fabric converting and single-use garment making-up plant in just three weeks. The new plant was established to convert and coat the fabric and turn it into fully finished protective overalls for hospital staff each...

11th May 2020

Amann Group is now using its knowhow for production of FFP2 certified respirators. Amann supports Hauber Group, which is producing urgently needed protective equipment in current crisis situation on behalf of state of Baden-Württemberg. Hauber is founding member of FIGHT consortium whose aim is to establish a resilient mask value-added network in...

11th May 2020

Eight laboratories have now been approved for testing of PPE coveralls required for protection from COVID-19. All these eight laboratories have been accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). The tests are conducted conforming with the technical requirements issued by ministry of health & family welfare.