28th Feb 2020
A printing capability for nonwoven materials that creates multiple repeat designs in same print run is now available from Personal & Home Care business unit of Web Industries. Field-tested variance-in-repeat printing gives production advantages to manufacturers of personal care items such as adult incontinence wear, feminine care products and diapers.
27th Feb 2020
Milliken & Company, a materials science expert and specialty chemical, has been honoured by the Ethisphere Institute, as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Ethisphere Institute is a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. The esteemed designation honours companies with purpose-driven strategies.
27th Feb 2020
The A330-800 has got joint Type Certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The A330-800 is the most efficient longest range entry-level widebody. It incorporates new Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, a new 3D-optimised wing and new Sharklets which use lighter composite materials.
27th Feb 2020
Composite scientists at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre have are developing lightweight propeller blades to help the UK aviation sector reduce its carbon footprint and noise emissions at airports. The project is being carried by an industry-led consortium with two other members of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult.
27th Feb 2020
The recent spread of coronavirus in new countries and especially countries playing an important role in composite materials industry such as China, South Korea & Italy, made JEC World team and key stakeholders of industry to reassess the current situation. Based on their latest assessment, JEC Group has decided to postpone its 2020 edition to May 12-14.
27th Feb 2020
Porcher industries, a France based global leader in high-performance thermoplastic composites and technical textiles, has announced the launch of a new generation of intelligent textiles. These fabrics can integrate functions into the fibre, such as illumination of certain zones, temperature measurement, or detection of a remote presence.
26th Feb 2020
Scientists in Finland have developed a smart jumpsuit, or a garment that accurately measures the spontaneous and voluntary movement of infants from the age of five months. Details on their motility help in finding out abnormal neurological development and early support. In the future, the jumpsuit may also find use in studying older children.
26th Feb 2020
Energy Professionals, leading energy consultants, is collaborating with the American Composite Manufacturers Association (ACMA) to provide its members energy solutions to help improve energy efficiency, reduce waste, decrease costs and meet sustainability goals. Energy Professionals will provide personalised energy consulting services at no cost to...
26th Feb 2020
Composites experts and leading manufacturers will gather in Bristol on May 7 for the second conference being organised by the NCC (National Composites Centre) in its Discover series. The conference will discuss latest developments in composites overbraiding technology with a goal to open new opportunities for collaborative R and D projects.