Natural additions by Toyota Boshoku
Kenaf and polylactic acid nonwovens and composites along with plant-derived synthetic leather surfaces are prominent in the latest product developments of Toyota Boshoku.

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Partners wanted for alternative SAP development
Even as capacity for superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) – as an essential component of nonwoven-based disposables – grows around the world, greener alternatives are being mooted.

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Profloor debut at Domotex
Increased processing efficiencies, further improved carpet appearance and superior dimensional stability of finished carpet tiles are the chief benefits of a new nonwoven primary backing being launched by Colbond.

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Rapid viscose staple expansion for Birla
India’s Aditya Birla plans to set up a new viscose staple fibre plant in Adana, Turkey.

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Unifi and Ford launch recycling campaign
Ford plans to divert about two million post-consumer plastic bottles for use in the new Focus Electric and other new vehicles in 2012.

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ADVERTISE with Sustainable Nonwovens
In the second decade of the 21st Century, it’s no longer a question of just ‘business as usual’ for the global nonwovens industry. Big changes are taking place, impacting on everything from the raw materials used and the processes developed, to the role nonwovens will play in existing and future end-use products for myriad markets.

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RST attracts US Air Force
The US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is to partner with Alexium in the further development of Reactive Surface Treatment (RST) coating technology.

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BASF invests in biomass option
As a key supplier of raw materials for the nonwovens industry, among many others, BASF is investing $30 million in the US technology firm Renmatix, as part of a new $50 million financing round.

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Airlaid gains, but little weight loss
The latest Freedonia market report on the global nonwovens industry predicts only a modest decrease in the average weight of materials over the next few years.

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DuPont materials in new life savers
Life saving gear based on DuPont’s advanced nonwovens and films such as Kevlar, Nomex, Tyvek and Kapton are critical to the company’s approach to sustainability based on the three key pillars of food, energy and protection.

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Molasses mats for Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi Motors plans to introduce new nonwoven floor mats made from plant-based bio-polyethylene (bio-PE) fibre in selective vehicles during 2012.

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ADVERTISE with Sustainable Nonwovens
In the second decade of the 21st Century, it’s no longer a question of just ‘business as usual’ for the global nonwovens industry. Big changes are taking place, impacting on everything from the raw materials used and the processes developed, to the role nonwovens will play in existing and future end-use products for myriad markets.

SUSTAINABLE NONWOVENS will reflect these changes, and advertising in the new web-site and printed magazine combination will ensure that your company is seen as one of the pioneers in the fast moving sector of the industry.

Call David Jagger on: +44 1977 708488 for more details.

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