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Innovative Compostable Metallized Packaging Papers from Vacumet

Vacumet, a wholly owned subsidiary of Scholle, has introduced innovative compostable metallized packaging papers. These packaging papers have been tested and certified to be environmentally-friendly products in a managed composting plant. These papers meet ASTM D-6868 standards.

25 Jun 2012

Teijin Fibers Introduce New Polyester Fabric for Total Anti-Sweat Comfort

Teijin Fibers has declared that a new polyester fabric will be unveiled.

14 Jun 2012

Vystar, Islatex to Market Vytex Natural Rubber Latex-Based Foam

Vystar, a producer of 100% natural raw material, and Islatex, an environmentally focused company producing foam products, have collaborated to produce and market foam made with Vytex Natural Rubber Latex (NRL) into the U.S. bedding market.

8 Jun 2012

Empa Conducts Intensive Work on Fibre and Textiles Innovations

Empa organized the international Fibre Society Spring Conference in St Gallen, from 23 to 25 May 2012.

4 Jun 2012

Global Glass Fiber Textile Market to Reach About $4 Billion in 2017

Lucintel, a market research company, has published a report titled, ‘Global Glass Fiber Textile Market 2012-2017:Supply, Demand, and Opportunity Analysis.’ According to the report, the worldwide glass fiber textile (GFT) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7% in the next five years and reach about $4 billion in 2017.

From Lucintel 30 May 2012

U.S. Army to Use Honeywell’s Ballistic Materials for Next-Generation Combat Helmets

Honeywell, based in Morris Township, New Jersey, has delivered advanced ballistic materials to the U.S. Army for use in the development of a new generation of combat helmets.

17 May 2012

NAT Partners to Demonstrate Blending of CRAiLAR Flax with Lenzing’s Fibers

Naturally Advanced Technologies (NAT) and Lenzing Group, headquartered in Austria, have signed a joint development agreement to evaluate the mixing of CRAiLAR Flax fibers with Lenzing Modal and TENCEL cellulosic fibers.

14 May 2012

An Incisive Materials Science and Design Solution: the Spider's Venomous Fang

Among the factors that make spiders successful predators is the ingeniously composed and structured material of their fangs.

11 May 2012

Magna Partners with CRIBE to Add Wood Fibre into Automotive Parts

Magna Exteriors and Interiors has announced the teaming up with the Centre for Research and Innovation in the Bio-Economy (CRIBE) in order to add wood fibre into auto components. This project may create employments in the automotive, packaging, paper and pulp industries.

9 May 2012

Launch of IP’s 100% Recycled Paper to Customers in North America

International Paper (IP), a global paper and packaging company, has introduced Hammermill Great White 100, which is a 100% recycled paper, to customers in North America. This recycled paper has been newly added to the product line of Hammermill Great White recycled paper.

5 May 2012

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Fibers News

Innovative Compostable Metallized Packaging Papers from Vacumet

Teijin Fibers Introduce New Polyester Fabric for Total Anti-Sweat Comfort

Vystar, Islatex to Market Vytex Natural Rubber Latex-Based Foam

Empa Conducts Intensive Work on Fibre and Textiles Innovations

Global Glass Fiber Textile Market to Reach About $4 Billion in 2017

U.S. Army to Use Honeywell’s Ballistic Materials for Next-Generation Combat Helmets

NAT Partners to Demonstrate Blending of CRAiLAR Flax with Lenzing’s Fibers

An Incisive Materials Science and Design Solution: the Spider's Venomous Fang

Magna Partners with CRIBE to Add Wood Fibre into Automotive Parts

Launch of IP’s 100% Recycled Paper to Customers in North America

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

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Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Fibers News

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Excelitas Technologies Announces Consolidation Plans to Strengthen Noblelight Operations in Germany

2A New Advance in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

3Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

4Plasmonic Photocatalysis for Efficient Hydrogen Generation

5Researchers Reveal Rare-Earth-Free Polymer

6New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

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