Celliant offers new yarn technology

January 12, 2015  |  What's New?

Santa Monica, Calif.-based Hologenix LLC, makers of Celliant polyester infrared yarn technology, now offers two nylon yarns (70D and 40D FDY), available in January 2015. Celliant’s mineral-based yarn creates infrared light that penetrates the wearer’s muscle and tissue to increase circulation, w…
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The Mavari surf cloak transforms into a backpack

January 12, 2015  |  What's New?

The Mavari surf cloak is geared toward a multi-purpose lifestyle: outdoor recreation, unpredictable weather changes and ease of portability are considerations for someone who lives an active and varied life. A team of designers that includes Juan Carlos Viso, Bryan Capriles and Oscar Solorzano conce…
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FDA approves low-dose radiation implant

December 29, 2014  |  What's New?

Brachytherapy, a form of radiation therapy in which a radiation source is implanted next to the area requiring treatment, is at the core of CivaTech Oncology®, Research Triangle Park, N.C., products. The company’s second low-dose rate (LDR) implantable device, CivaSheet™, has received clearance…
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Special PVC used to create an “Air Bubble” performance space

December 29, 2014  |  What's New?

The Collectif de la Meute (Collective of the Pack), Douarnenez, France, is an affinity group enthusiastic about creating art—theater, visual arts, digital productions, circus acts, architecture and urban planning—in public spaces. The transitory nature of modern life inspired “the Pack” to c…
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Glass woven fabrics featured in major architectural projects

December 22, 2014  |  What's New?

Atex® architectural membranes, produced by Valmiera Glass UK Ltd., were used in a recent project (fall 2014) completed at Terminal 2 in London’s Heathrow Airport. Atex fabrics were used extensively in the ceiling panels that covered about 50,000 square meters of space. The company worked with Lui…
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Gore expands its line of FR military apparel

December 8, 2014  |  What's New?

W. L. Gore & Associates Inc. has expanded its line of flame-retardant (FR) military apparel. GORE® PYRAD® flame retardant is an advanced laminate technology that offers an optimal combination of thermal and flashover burn protection, environmental protection and comfort. This unique technology…
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Adidas introduces glow in-the-dark soccer shoes

December 8, 2014  |  What's New?

Adidas has introduced a limited edition, glow-in-the-dark collection of soccer shoes. “Hunt Pack” also includes the Predator Instinct “Hunt,” marking its final evolution of the Instinct range on the shoe’s 20th anniversary. “Green zones” that glow at night use technology from a unique …
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The future of structural electronics

December 3, 2014  |  What's New?

Imagine aircraft and cars with “nervous systems” that alert to touch and damage. Or, a smart skin made of insulating fiber composites on vehicles, buildings and other structures that can perform functions like electricity generation and storage, or diversion of lightning strikes. This brave new …
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Nike introduces Hyperwarm Flex for cold weather

November 28, 2014  |  What's New?

Sports-apparel manufacturer Nike has released Hyperwarm Flex, its “warmest and most flexible” base layers for athletes training and competing in cold climates. The product is a top-and-pant combination that uses seamless-knitting manufacturing technology and advances in materials science to de…
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Linde Canada introduces new line of safety clothing

November 26, 2014  |  What's New?

Linde Canada Ltd. of Calgary, Alberta, introduced its new line of Linde-branded safety pants and shirts at the Le Grand Rendez-Vous santé & sécurité au travail, a tradeshow and conference focusing on health and safety in the workplace, at Montréal’s Palais des Congrès. Linde safety specia…
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