CoolVisions® dyeable filament fabrics feature creora® eco-soft

August 30, 2016  |  What's New?

Functional fabrics featuring CoolVisions® dyeable polypropylene filament have now been developed with additional benefits provided by creora® eco-soft, a low-heat settable spandex from global synthetic fiber manufacturer, Hyosung. While the cool, silky hand, ease of dyeing, and inherent lightness …
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New Birdair roofing ready for U.S. Open tennis tournament

August 26, 2016  |  What's New?

With the U.S. Open Championships beginning Aug. 29, Birdair Inc. announces the completion of a series of renovations to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadow-Corona Park in Queens, N.Y. The enhancements include Arthur Ashe Stadium’s new retractable roofing system with…
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Textiles could repair themselves and neutralize chemicals

August 19, 2016  |  What's New?

Someday, chemically protective suits made of fabric coated in self-healing, thin films may prevent farmers from exposure to organophosphate pesticides, soldiers from chemical or biological attacks in the field and factory workers from accidental releases of toxic materials, according to a team of re…
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Nano textiles analyze sweat for health monitoring

August 9, 2016  |  What's New?

Collaborative research at the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University endeavors to develop wearable textiles that monitor the wearer’s health by analyzing sweat. The project involves nano yarn structures that can be knitted to form comfortable fabrics. By chemically analyzing the sweat fr…
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Wound dressings can be made from bacterial alginate

August 5, 2016  |  What's New?

A collaboration among four German entities led by the Hohenstein Institute and Kelheim Fibers GmbH has successfully developed wound dressings made from bacterial alginate. The aim of the project was to develop a biotechnological process to produce alginate and then process it into fiber-based produc…
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Alexium rolls out Alexiflam NF in Europe

August 4, 2016  |  What's New?

Australian specialty-chemicals developer Alexium International has launched Alexiflam NF for sale into Europe. Alexiflam NF is a low-formaldehyde-content flame retardant for cotton fabrics. Earlier options for making cotton flame retardant offer such drawbacks as multiple stages of the process, spec…
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NIKE Magista II soccer boot slashes weight

August 3, 2016  |  What's New?

NIKE has launched its newest soccer boot, the Magista 2, that weighs nearly a third less than its predecessor. The company calls it “an evolution in both touch and traction” that enhances tactility, offering players a better feel for the ball. Developers worked to define which parts of the foot …
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ITW Dynatec introduces next generation Gemini™ Hot Melt Hose

August 1, 2016  |  What's New?

ITW Dynatec, Hendersonville, Tenn.-based developer of bonding and sealing solutions, has introduced the latest version of its Gemini™ Hot Melt Hose for use in the disposable hygiene products, automotive and packaging markets. The new Gemini hose features dual sensors and dual heaters, addressing t…
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BAE’s military vest features wearable tech

July 22, 2016  |  What's New?

U.K.-based BAE Systems has introduced a smart fabric tactical vest made from conductive yarns that can charge and power electronics via USB to alleviate the cluttered wires, cables, battery packs and other impracticalities that can hamper soldiers in the field. Developed in partnership with British…
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