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UK’s Magma supplies high-pressure composite riser pipe to HWCG

26th May 2021

Magma Global, manufacturer of PEEK and carbon-fibre composite m-pipe, has supplied the world’s first high-pressure composite riser pipe to HWCG’s storage location on the US Gulf Coast, completing its rapidly deployable Offset Flexible Riser (OFR) system. The m-pipe is meant to enhance HWCG’s rapid deployment emergency well containment system.

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Germany’s Henkel, Swiss company to develop smart adult care products

26th May 2021

Henkel has joined hands with medical technology company Smartz to work on smart adult care solutions. The two have signed a joint marketing and development agreement. The partnership unites their expertise - conductive inks from Henkel´s printed electronics portfolio and Smartz’ existing adult care Internet of Things (IoT) hardware and software...

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US-based INDA unveils updated nonwoven material sampler & guide

25th May 2021

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has launched the sixth edition of the Nonwoven Material Sampler & Guide, a unique educational and technical resource with 124 material samples to touch and compare. Professionals in nonwovens and engineered materials will now have the latest nonwoven material options at their fingertips.

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US’ Toray Advanced Composites gets high heat press at Nijverdal

25th May 2021

Toray Advanced Composites has installed a next-generation high heat laminate press at its Nijverdal facility in The Netherlands. This expands the company’s thermoplastic composite material capabilities for high-performance applications. Laminates made using the new press are 50 per cent larger than existing laminates in this performance category.

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Denmark coalition working on circularity of turbine blades

25th May 2021

A joint project involving partnership between academia and industry in Denmark has developed a technology to enable circularity for thermoset composites, which are used in making wind turbine blades. The partnership comprises Skrydstrup Group (iNANO and department of chemistry, Aarhus University), Vestas, Olin, and the Danish Technological Institute.

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Bercella, Formula Seven partner to develop seat with natural materials

24th May 2021

Bercella and Formula Seven have partnered to develop an innovative seat for Formula SAE single-seaters. The initiative utilises 100 per cent natural materials, and indicates that greener materials can be reliable on an engineering level. The seat has been made using flax fibre, which besides being eco-friendly, is also impact and corrosion resistant.

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US’ UniFirst unveils breathable, lightweight FR workwear

24th May 2021

UniFirst Corporation, a North American leader in the supply and servicing of uniforms, workwear, and facility service products, has unveiled Bulwark iQ Series of safety apparel, adding to an already robust core uniform service offering of flame resistant (FR) and high visibility personal protective equipment (PPE). The apparel is breathable and...

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Finland’s Ahlstrom-Munksjö consolidates its filtration business

24th May 2021

Ahlstrom-Munksjö has consolidated its filtration business by completing investment at its Binzhou plant in China. The machine rebuild at its filtration material production line adds production capacity and new capabilities that expands the product portfolio. The line will deliver the highest performing oil, fuel, air and industrial filtration materials.

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New Zealand's Confitex awarded for leakproof textiles

21st May 2021

Leading absorbent and leakproof textile technology company Confitex has been selected for the Best Product of the Year and the Best Brand of the Year gongs in the 2021 Plus X Awards – the world's largest innovation awards programme for technology, sports and lifestyle brands. The company has redesigned leakproof absorbent textiles from the inside out.

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