Nonwovens Industry Magazine
October 2012
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Airlaid Market Positioned for Progress
Growing demand in the feminine hygiene sector and a strong sustainability story will help move the airlaid market forward.10.08.12
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Industrial Wipes Hang in the Balance
As manufacturers continue to wait for a ruling from the EPA, nonwovens wipes continue to compete.10.08.12
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Foreign Investment Reshapes Chinese Disposables Market
Baby diapers, adult incontinence see explosive growth as feminine hygiene streamlines and wet wipes face lower pricing levels.10.08.12
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Capitol CommentsCPSC Looks to Reduce Testing Burdens, Releases Phthalates GuidanceNew fuel economy standards could create nonwovens opportunities.10.08.12
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New Products3M launches spray adhesive for geotextile seamingAdhesive provides simple solution to time-consuming seaming alternatives.08.28.12
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New ProductsLenzing introduces Modal ColorFiber is produced in an eco-friendly process using edelweiss technology.09.20.12
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New ProductsMedical textiles book publishedText is a scientific introduction to the study, engineering and applications of medical textiles.09.18.12
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New ProductsDessau launches diamond coated bladesBlade operating life can now be extended from 20-40 times to that of carbide, or ceramic blades, and up to 800 times in comparison to steel blades.09.19.12
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People in the NewsHartmann names next CEOAndreas Joehle to lead company beginning in July 2013.08.22.12
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People in the NewsNordson appoints general manager of EFD DivisionKen Forden has 25 years of leadership experience in multiple industries.08.27.12
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People in the NewsSCA hires new general counselMikael Schmidt, who previously served as SCA’s head of Legal Affairs in Brussels for the Packaging operation, replaces Anders Nyberg.08.27.12
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People in the NewsAthea Packaging hires business development managerDavid Singstock to lead sales efforts for Athea’s wet wipes product line in the OEM and retail markets.09.04.12
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Top NewsVita Group exits nonwovens business in U.S., EuropeSells Libeltex to TWE, U.S. operations to management team.09.07.12
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Top NewsAhlstrom buys Swedish filter companyMunktell Filter acquisition expands scope in life sciences and laboratory applications.09.05.12
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Top NewsFreudenberg reorganizes staple fiber businessSystematic alignment at Weinheim headquarters could affect 52 associates.09.11.12
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Top NewsIsrael Petrochemical reported to sell stake in AvgolDeal reported to be $106.8 million with an additional $16 million dependent on 2013 results.09.06.12
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Top NewsTufco expands wipes converting operationNew equipment will foster growth, reduce waste in wipes.08.29.12
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Top NewsAhlstrom to divest Label & Processing business areaSale follows strategy of focusing on high performance materials.08.28.12
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Top NewsAhlstrom to increase filtration material capacity in Turin, Italy€10 million investment to target transportation and gas turbine applications.09.11.12
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Top NewsSpunbond report details market through 2016Price Hanna Consultants LLC offers assessment of supply/demand and manufacturing economics for spunbonded and spunmelt nonwoven polypropylene.09.19.12
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Top NewsMedline expands adult incontinence site in GeorgiaExpansion comes less than a year after opening.09.13.12
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Top NewsK-C warns of tainted tamponsKotex products were fraudulently distributed, could pose risk.09.05.12
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Top NewsBASF increases global PolyTHF capacityInvestment of 60 million euros will increase capacity to 250,000 tons per year.08.28.12
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Top NewsINDA publishes medical nonwovens reportAuthored by Helena Engqvist in partnership with INDA, the report covers European market opportunity for single-use surgical drapes and gowns.09.12.12
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Top NewsDAK Americas raises PSF price againIncrease of 6 cents per pound effective October 1.09.18.12
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Top NewsMichelman opens office in MumbaiCompany expands presence in India in response to growing market potential.09.13.12
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Top NewsSCA extends TENA personal care rangeProducts include self-tests for early detection of urinary tract infections and wet gloves.09.06.12
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Top NewsDiaper market report publishedTransparency Market Research predicts market to reach $63 billion by 2017.09.04.12
