The Lenzing Group received confirmation of the full biodegradability of its fibers in fresh water by the independent research laboratory Organic Waste Systems (OWS). The new and existing international ...

What if glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites could provide the improvement in lightweight, strength and stiffness, corrosion resistance and durability that has been proven for decades, but ...

PBS yarns already exist on the market, so what is different about Kintra’s approach, I asked? "We have taken basic PBS chemistry and tailored it at the molecular level to enhance its processability in ...

Biodegradation occurs only after long-term exposure to moisture and microorganisms, so fabrics maintain durability and ...

H&M Group is among the participants behind $8 million in funding for Kintra Fibers, which will use the money to create prototypes from its cutting-edge biodegradable materials that mimic traditional ...

Biodegradable thin films are environmentally friendly materials that have been successfully applied in a wide range of applications within the medical field including tissue engineering, surgical ...