Germany-based specialty fiber manufacturer Kelheim Fibres GmbH has developed Olea, an intrinsically water-repellent viscose fiber. The company reports it is able to retain the viscose fiber's characteristic properties by incorporating ...
The outdoor industries’ DWR (durable water repellency) market is set for a revolution in 2013, spearheaded by greener technologies. One of the key factors driving change: two of the leading innovators in the industry have joined ...
US-based pest and bird repellent products producer Bird-X has launched a new packaging design for its retail line of pest control products. According to the company, the new bold packaging has been designed to appeal to the increasing ...
Switzerland-based HeiQ Materials AG — a manufacturer of silver composite additives and high-performance, sustainable textile finishes — and Germany-based Rudolf GmbH — a manufacturer of sustainable textile auxiliaries for ...
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Ash. The characteristics of ash are pleasant contrasting color when stained, distinct straight grain with open pores, toughness, heavy weight, hardness, and good shock resistance. Ash is often used in constructing bentwood chairs. ...
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Alder (Painted) Alder is a tight-grained hardwood that is used in fine furniture and noted for its ability to be painted. It is prized for its durability and strength, and it is relatively stable during moisture variations. It ranks third ...
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The Bavarian viscose fibre specialist Kelheim Fibres has developed the first viscose fibre with intrinsic water repellent properties; the fibre has been named Olea. In contrast to other methods of creating hydrophobic properties, Kelheim ...
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TECHNOTEX 2013 will see Taiwan's leading technical textiles manufacturers showcasing their high performance and quality textile products for the first time in India. The Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) & Taiwan Textile Federation (TTF) is ...
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It sure is tempting: Just plug in a device and let sound waves keep bedbugs and other creepy-crawlies away, without pesticides or expensive exterminator bills. Unfortunately, those ultrasonic bug repellent devices marketed on late-night TV ...
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Everything Summer Camp, a leading online summer camp equipment retailer, now offers quality name labels to keep track of clothing and other gear in dorm rooms to summer camps. Founded by Craig and Nancy, Everything Summer Camp is the home ...
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The beach bags has attained a stylish proposition,with it's bright colors,eye-catching prints and storage capacities.Designer beach bags are an important accessory that not only complement the beachwear but also provide comfort and ...
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Sunice is pleased to unveil its 2013 Outerwear and Silver Polos collections, and introduces EDGE, a new collection with a trimmer fit. The Sunice Golf 2013 men's color palette uses updated blues, sedona and purple to brighten up collections ...
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A proposed new ASTM International test method will combine existing in-house methods for dirt pick-up resistance for architectural paints and stains in an effort to standardize testing for dirt repellency throughout the industry. The ...
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The outdoor supplier Jack Wolfskin, based in Idstein, Germany, has announced that all of its weather protection products will be manufactured without the use of Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) by the end of 2014. Whilst in Europe products ...
Nike’s new Pro Combat Hyperwarm apparel collection keeps the body regulated for inclement weather with breathability, water resistance and a streamlined fit to ensure players stay focused on the game -- no matter the weather. ...
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