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Analysis on Worldwide Demand for Kaolin

It is estimated that there will be an increased demand for kaolin in the coming years and will grow 3.7% annually to 28.4 mmt by 2015. The demand is valued at approximately $4.0 billion.

29 Feb 2012

Nippon Carbon Forms Joint Venture with GE and Safran to Produce Ceramic Fiber

Nippon Carbon, a developer of a wide range of products by using the excellent characteristics of carbon, has formed a joint venture (JV) with Safran and GE to manufacture and distribute Nicalon, a silicon carbide (SiC) continuous fiber.

28 Feb 2012

Domtar to Supply Uncoated Base Paper to Appleton

Domtar, a manufacturer and marketer of uncoated freesheet paper in North America, has signed a 15-year supply agreement with Appleton, a producer of thermal papers, carbonless papers and Encapsys products. Under the terms of the agreement, Domtar will deliver uncoated base paper to Appleton for manufacture of specialty paper products.

27 Feb 2012

DSM and UMC Utrecht Partner to Develop Prototype Scaffolds Using Dyneema Purity Fibers

DSM, a biomedical materials sciences company, has inked an agreement with University Medical Center, Utrecht. DSM’s Dyneema Purity fiber technology will be provided to UMC Utrecht in order to enable the development and appraisal of a non-biological supportive scaffold’s prototype for treating the vascular and valvular diseases.

23 Feb 2012

Chomarat to Show Latest Advances in Bi-Angle Carbon Reinforcements at JEC Europe

C-PLY™ Bi-Angle is a non-woven carbon reinforcement (non crimp fabric, or NCF) that was launched in 2011 by Chomarat in partnership with a research group of manufacturers and academics working under Professor Tsai from Stanford University.

From Chomarat 21 Feb 2012

iSmithers Rapra Publishing Launch New Book on Nanofibre Research

iSmithers Rapra Publishing has announced the release of Advances in Nanofibre Research Volume 2.

From Smithers Rapra Technology Ltd 21 Feb 2012

New Metalized Poster Paper from Ahlstrom

Helsinki, Finland-based Ahlstrom has introduced Ahlstrom Chantaffiche Metalized, a new metalized poster paper for application in outdoor billboards.

20 Feb 2012

TenCate Synthetic Grass Materials to Incorporate Heat Reduction Technology

TenCate Grass, the leader in components for synthetic turf systems, will make Heat Reflective (HR) performance standard on all TenCate XP Blade produced for the US market. TenCate XP Blade, since its introduction in 200...

From Toray Advanced Composites 16 Feb 2012

New Dry Cleaning Thermal Paper Rolls from POS Supply Solutions

POS Supply Solutions, a provider of point of sale and transaction supply solutions, has expanded its wide range of point of sale supplies with the addition of indelible ink cartridge ribbons, wet strength paper tag rolls and dry cleaning thermal paper rolls.

16 Feb 2012

Ogapora Beverageware Uses Eastman Tritan Copolyester to Solve Breakage Problem

Spain-based Ogapora has commenced the beverageware production from Eastman Tritan copolyester in order to rectify the breaking issues occurring in during frequent dishwashing.

From Eastman 15 Feb 2012

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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

Analysis on Worldwide Demand for Kaolin

Nippon Carbon Forms Joint Venture with GE and Safran to Produce Ceramic Fiber

Domtar to Supply Uncoated Base Paper to Appleton

DSM and UMC Utrecht Partner to Develop Prototype Scaffolds Using Dyneema Purity Fibers

Chomarat to Show Latest Advances in Bi-Angle Carbon Reinforcements at JEC Europe

iSmithers Rapra Publishing Launch New Book on Nanofibre Research

New Metalized Poster Paper from Ahlstrom

TenCate Synthetic Grass Materials to Incorporate Heat Reduction Technology

New Dry Cleaning Thermal Paper Rolls from POS Supply Solutions

Ogapora Beverageware Uses Eastman Tritan Copolyester to Solve Breakage Problem

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

Advanced Reconstruction Toolbox from ZEISS

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Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

Comprehensive Guide: Checkweighing

Characterizing Hyaluronic Acid with Online Multi-Angle Light Scattering

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

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

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How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

1Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

2New Hydrogel-Polymer Adhesive Promises Stronger, Safer Medical Implants

3Improving Battery Safety: A Lab-Scale Approach Using the Thermal Runaway Factor

4Bio-Based Materials Innovator Simplifyber Raises Series a Funding in Mission to Transform Manufacturing of Fashion, Car Interiors, and Consumer Goods

5Recycled Milled Carbon Fibers for Automotive Parts Manufacturing

6Neutrinos are at Least a Million Times Lighter Than Electrons

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