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Garmatex using Kickstarter campaign to launch new line

March 6, 2015

…correct length and alignment. Photo: Garmatex Garmatex Technologies specializes in scientifically engineered fabric technologies, manipulating raw textiles and altering fabric molecules to provide fabrics for extreme conditions. Its fabrics are…

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Kansai University and Teijin develop piezoelectric fabrics for wearables

March 6, 2015

…acid (PLA) fiber- and carbon-fiber-based piezoelectric fabrics. The new piezoelectric fabrics combine Teijin’s polymer and textile technologies with Prof. Tajitsu’s knowledge of piezoelectric materials. Piezoelectricity is the ability of certain…

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Breathable prosthetic sleeve developed at NTU

February 20, 2015

…amputees in the general population. Current prosthetic sleeves are constructed from textile fabrics coated with an impermeable sheet of silicone rubber. Consequently, sweat is not transported away from the skin…

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“Solar Bytes Pavilion,” an experiment in a new architecture

February 20, 2015

…an experimental project that highlights a potential for architecture, where buildings are fabricated using new techniques (3D printing), incorporate smart technologies (light sensors and photovoltaics), and are powered by renewable…

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The State of the Industry, Part II

February 20, 2015

…in the 1980s and 1990s) in the U.S. are embracing innovative smart fabrics, such as wound dressings that change color to indicate an infection. The smart fabrics market is expected…

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Argar introduces protective knitted fabrics

February 19, 2015

…Argar Technology of suburban Milan, Italy, has introduced Tes-firESD-HV, a new range of protective knitted fabrics featuring flame retardant, antistatic, arc flash protection and high visibility properties. The fabrics

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Partnership to provide fire-retardant denim

February 6, 2015

…Westex by Milliken of Oak Brook, Ill., and Greensboro, N.C.–based Cone Denim have announced a partnership to provide flame-resistant denim apparel fabrics featuring the same comfort and style of…

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Garmatex launches new golf apparel technology

January 29, 2015

…wearer. The shirt’s design is complimented by a varied group of intelligent fabrics. IceSkin Gear uses 100 percent natural jade minerals for its natural cooling properties to keep wearers cool…

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The expanding layers of the flexible composites market

January 26, 2015

…of flexible composite materials to produce high quality, durable, cost-effective products. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics in Taunton, Mass., manufactures coated and laminated composite fabrics for many applications. Among them are structural…

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Market research on waterproof, breathable textiles indicates future growth

January 26, 2015

…waterproof breathable fabrics is also expected to fuel global market growth. Changes in consumer interest or consumer preferences in outdoor activities may pose a challenge to growth in this market….

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