With antibiotic resistance becoming more widespread, researchers at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) have developed cellulose membranes equipped with antimicrobial...
An improved wound dressing in the form of a strip or a ribbon especially for the treatment of sinus or cavity wounds has been developed...
The nimble shape-shifting of the octopus – and its ability to squeeze through tight spaces with the quick contraction of a muscle – has inspired the development at...
Ascend Performance Materials has submitted a 510(k) pre-market notification to the US Food and Drug Administration for clearance to market its Acteev technology in two...
By adapting concepts from reflectometry, researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology have created soft fibre-shaped sensors that open up many new possibilities for smart textiles....
Automotive seating technology supplier Lear has introduced INTU Thermal Comfort with ClimateSense technology, developed in collaboration with Gentherm, a developer of thermal management technologies.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has launched new protective wear for first and business class customers.
Automotive textiles supplier Borgstena is adding flat knitting to its range of textile technology solutions with the installation of the first Stoll ADF machines at...
A fabric containing copper ions that claims to reduce microbial threats on touch within 30 minutes has been launched by Inner Mettle.
Automakers have been using natural fibres for certain automotive parts for decades, including incorporating hemp, sisal and wood into materials for insulation, interior panelling and...
A new durable antiviral surface treatment is claimed to be proven to last for months on public space surfaces while effectively killing the coronavirus (COVID-19)...
Duvaltex, a North American supplier of technical textiles, is increasing production of its range of Level 1 and Level 2 gowns and antimicrobial scrub textiles...
Nottingham, UK-based Footfalls & Heartbeats has created a knitted shoe upper that can measure gait when someone is walking or running.
A simple and effective solution to making public spaces such as restaurants safe from Covid-19 is being proposed by Texe, based in Florence, Italy, in the form...
A new grade of superabsorbent fibre has been developed by Technical Absorbents, specifically for use in a new range of nonwoven fabrics that are more...
Cambodia has drafted a five-year development strategy for its clothing, footwear and travel bag sectors to promote their competiveness and added value.