nylon news

10th Apr 2020

Amidst Coronavirus crisis, the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) has successfully converted its 3D printers, which are usually used to produce models for aerospace research, to manufacture medical protective equipment. The step was taken after a request from the European Commission for assistance in the production of urgently needed medical equipment.

10th Apr 2020

A recently completed UK government-funded programme has demonstrated the viability of a new materials development that has the potential to bring significant time and cost savings to aerospace composite tool designers. It delivered a fully functional composite tool, demonstrating the potential for lower costs, while maintaining the highest performance.

10th Apr 2020

The fibre technologist Advansa has launched ADVA MegaBond, the next generation in binding available for the nonwoven market. The company has introduced this revolutionary new product family of binder fibre, perfectly suitable for both wetlaid and dry laid nonwovens. Advansa produces advanced and sustainable polyester fibre technology and brands.

9th Apr 2020

Stelia North America, a manufacturer of advanced composite structures for commercial, space and defence applications, has selected Plataine’s IIoT solution to digitise and streamline its manufacturing processes. Stelia North America is a subsidiary of Stelia Aerospace, a leader in aerostructures, pilot seats, and business & first class passenger seats.

9th Apr 2020

Scientists from the UK and the US are collaborating in seven new research and innovation projects to develop new composite materials that can advance component manufacture in a number of global industries, such as aerospace, automotive and renewable energy generation. Composite materials combine the strength of fibres with the resilience of plastics.

9th Apr 2020

Quad-C Management, a middle market private equity firm, is investing in Textum Weaving and its affiliates, a manufacturer of advanced, high-performance textiles based in Belmont, NC. Using high technology yarns such as carbon, ceramic, refractory metals and aramids, Textum designs and manufactures materials for high temperature and harsh environments.

9th Apr 2020

Elevate Textiles, a provider of high quality products and mission critical textile solutions, has participated in the Gerber PPE Task Force. The industry-wide effort combines resources and expertise to support manufacturing operations and brands as they increase their production or transition their operations to produce PPE in the fight against...

9th Apr 2020

Marabu has converted selected production assets to the manufacture of disinfectant, using equipment normally dedicated to digital printing inks. Marabu has formulated a hand and surface sanitizer that meets WHO standards. It is giving some of the products to its own staff, but donating the vast majority to the RKH hospital in the nearby city of...

9th Apr 2020

Gildan has announced that it has joined forces with business partners to leverage its manufacturing facilities to produce non-medical face masks and isolation gowns, in support of the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Gildan is a manufacturer of basic apparel which markets its products in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America.