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Metal detectable nonwovens developed
June 2nd, 2016
Nonwoven substrates with impregnated particles that can be detected by metal detectors have been developed. A team of three researchers at ITW Pro Brands, have developed technology to incorporate stainless steel particles into spunmelt nonwovens that can find applications in the food packaging sector. Regular spunbond wipes and garments that are used in food packaging […]
Smithers Rapra expands Akron testing lab
June 1st, 2016
Smithers Rapra has expanded its weathering exposure testing capabilities with the addition of a new xenon arc test chamber at its Akron, Ohio, laboratory. Headquartered in Akron, Smithers Rapra specializes in testing rubber, plastics and composites. Xenon arc weathering characteristics and test protocols can be developed for many industrial and consumer products and materials to […]