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Depend Teams Up with NFL Legend Emmitt Smith
Incontinence brand and former NFL player partner for Annual Stand Strong for Men’s Health Campaign benefitting the Prostate Cancer Foundation One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, and many experience bladder leaks as a result. While this prevalent disease can have a 99.9% survival rate if detected
TTU Focuses on Needlepunched Cotton
Researchers focus on lightweight nonwovens using raw cotton Sustainability and the need to find new markets for cotton are priority areas for the global cotton sector. The Nonwovens & Advanced Materials Laboratory at Texas Tech University is one of a few research centers in the world with a dedicated laboratory
Sandler Gruppe Launches Finexus® Brand: Sustainable Nonwovens For Molded Parts In Vehicles
SCHWARZENBACH, Germany — September 17, 2024 — finexus® is a solution for sound insulation, thermal insulation, and sustainability in vehicles. These nonwovens prove themselves in a variety of molded part applications in the mobility sector. In interior or exterior applications of passenger and commercial vehicles, the single-polymer material finexus offers
IMS TECHNOLOGIES – New Sales Director Nonwovens in India
IMS TECHNOLOGIES, a leading company in the mechanical engineering and manufacturing of slitter rewinders and automatic winders, has appointed Mr. Shridhar Dhumal as the Sales Director for its Nonwovens division in India. He will be responsible for overseeing and expanding commercial activities and networking initiatives within the nonwovens industries in
Freudenberg Apparel Launches Film Bonding Series
Technology eliminates bulky seams Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel (Freudenberg Apparel) has introduced its Film Bonding series. This new line of solutions is designed for advanced sew-free bonding applications, enhancing the manufacturing process with modern efficiency and precision. In conjunction with this launch, Freudenberg Apparel is expanding its Net Bonding and Dot
Discover the latest innovations of the Trützschler Group at ITMA Asia 2024
From October 14 to 18, Trützschler Group will present its innovative machines and technologies in Spinning, Card Clothing and Nonwovens. Don’t miss this opportunity and visit us at Booth C11 in Hall 7. Trützschler SpinningAt this year’s ITMA Asia, Trützschler Spinning will present the newest carding technology for China. Details
Huggies® and Walgreens® Encourage Parents to Join Them in Supporting Families Struggling with Diaper Need
CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — For the eighth consecutive year, Kimberly-Clark’s North American Huggies® Brand and Walgreens are coming together to raise awareness of diaper need in the United States, supporting those struggling with providing diapers for their children. One in two1 families in the U.S. experience diaper need and are unable to provide
How is INDA Showcasing the Sustainability Advancements in Nonwovens and Manufacturing?
International Fiber Journal Releases Special Issue Focused on Sustainable Innovations Cary, NC, September 11, 2024 – INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, is proud to announce the release of the International Fiber Journal’s (IFJ) special sustainability issue dedicated to nonwovens. This special edition, which was sponsored by INDA, is a
Why is the FDA investigating lead, arsenic and other heavy metals in tampons?
The US Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday that it will examine the potential harm to women of heavy metals such as lead and arsenic found in tampons. The FDA’s action follows the July publication of a small pilot study that found arsenic and lead in organic and nonorganic tampons. Although the levels of
Indorama Ventures achieves International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC+) across key fiber manufacturing sites
Bangkok, Thailand – 4 September 2024 – Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL), a global sustainable chemical producer, has successfully achieved ISCC+ certification for three of its fiber manufacturing sites. In addition to one already ISCC+ certified fiber plant, this marks a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability