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Research Project: separation and reprocessing of mixed textile waste

Within the textile network PlasTexTron, Starlinger recycling technology is searching for an ecologically and economically sound solution for the recycling of mixed textile waste of multi-material composition.

Lanxess strengthens research and development for aqueous polyurethane dispersions

Specialty chemicals company Lanxess will open a new applications development and technical services (AD & TS) laboratory for polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) in Latina, Italy.

Clothes Out of a Can With Spray-On Fabric

After the spray dries, it creates a thin layer of fabric that can be peeled off, washed and reworn