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- New copper-based material switches from hydrophobic to hydrophilic and backMost materials are either hydrophobic (repelling water) or hydrophilic (absorbing water like a sponge). For years, engineers have tried to create the ultimate material:…
- Ever Light RainwearEverest combined various fabric designs with special lamination process to solve the swelling problem of hydrophilic polyurethane membrane. The 3 lamination layers support different functions. It also has the properties of soft, light, and good abrasion resistance and is suitable for high functional outdoor and sportswear.
- Qmilk feltQmilk is made from milk proteins from non-food milk and renewable raw materials. The fibres are 100% natural, soft and smooth as silk and skin friendly. With a natural antibacterial effect, high hydrophilicity and thermo-bonding properties, they provide added value of the fibre products in the growth market. The material shown is fabric consisting of 70% wool and 30% Qmilk.
- Capu-CellCapu-Cell® is a semi-closed cell, hydrophilic polyurethane foam with unique physical properties. Capu-Cell foam is highly absorbent, soft to the touch, has superior strength and consistent performance. Resistant to most chemicals, even solvents, durable and reusable. Available in range of densities, in white an a range of colors.
- Capturing water from the air inspired by natureThe Dutch start-up Sponsh, a spin-off company of Eindhoven University of Technology, developed a temperature-sensitive smart textile that absorbs water from the air at…
- Solar steam generation system produces clean water from salt waterResearchers at Monash University in Australia developed a solar powered steam generation system that produces clean water from salty water with almost 100 per…
- InduconInducon is a condensed PUR-foam which has a new physical characteristic and is available in the form of rolls or slabs. Depending on the ratio and the quality of the foam used, it is possible to adjust the CLD or shore hardness, inter laminar strength, tensile strength and breaking elongation of the material.
- Kaumera: from wastewater to raw materialEnergie- & Grondstoffenfabriek, an initiative of all Dutch water authorities, developed Kaumera, a raw material derived from wastewater. To show its versatility, 3 Dutch…
- Concrete clothConcrete Canvas have developed a ground breaking material technology called Concrete Cloth that allows concrete to be used in a completely new way. Concrete…
- Using microbial cellulose as sustainable packaging materialFor her bachelor project at the Free University of Bolzano-Bozen in 2017, Italy-based designer Emma Sicher developed microbial cellulose made from fruits and vegetables…
- MedTextraMedTextra is a smart moisture-management fibre technology for the yarn and fabric industry with unique moisture management and topical drug delivery properties. The material uses the principles of hygroscopy to create a self-moisturising yarn for enhanced delivery of active ingredients.
- New MOF produces water from the air for Water Quality MonthToday marks the beginning of Water Quality Month, which focuses on, as the name implies, the quality of water. In many regions around the…
- Pulling Drinking Water Out of Thin AirA new material being developed by scientists at Harvard University could achieve the feat of creating harvesting drinking water literally out of the air.…
- KerAionUsed worldwide for decades, the KerAion facade system offers – besides low weight and special fastening technique – alternatives to the otherwise quite usual…
- KeraTwinWith its variety of colours, formats and surfaces, KeraTwin offers the architect an enormous freedom of design. And as diverse fastening alternatives ensure technical…
- HT coating for ceramic tilesThe HT coating for ceramic tiles is based on the photocatalytic properties of titanium dioxide as a catalyst, which effects a reaction between light, oxy-gen and air humidity. The coating is baked onto the glaze at high temperature in-plant.
- PolygrowPolygrow is a polyurethane foam, developed as a substrate and growing medium and adapted to urban greening, available in six varieties. The profiling adds to the drainage of water. The coating acts as additional water buffer. The foam has a water uptake up to 70% of its own volume.
- Revolutional MildRevolutional Mild is an ultra flat and feather weight techno-fabric, with a weight of only 115 g/m². The fabric is composed of 85% Polyamide and 15% Elastane and has an exceptional breathability. The two-way stretch fabric ensures a perfect fit with a extraordinary elasticity.
- MasaProducts of MasaTM are fiber sheets coated with a nano-scale metal film that include textiles, knitted materials, nonwoven fabrics and other types of sheets. With this thin, uniform metal coating, it is possible to create highly functional fibers that have various added values.
- Recycled FabricSingtex® recycle polyester fabrics use PET bottles and scrapped polyester textiles as raw material to manufacture recycled fiber in order to produce green product.
- Nature is a design toolThere is a beetle that can detect fire from 80 km away. That’s 10,000 times further than current fire detection systems. Spider web silk…
- Activ selfcleaning glassActiv™ Self-Cleaning Glass uses the forces of nature to maintain its clear appearance without leaving unsightly streaks. Dirt is broken down by daylight and is then washed away by rain, thus making it environmentally friendly and very easy to maintain.
