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Antimicrobial textile market poised for growth
August 30th, 2022
Antimicrobial technologies are applied to the fabrics to inhibit the growth of bacteria on the surface of the fabrics. Photo: Sportingtex According to ResearchAndMarkets.com, the global antimicrobial textile market is expected to grow from $9.38 billion in 2021 to $10.55 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5%. The market is […]
Cinnamon is the secret in a new odor-controlling fabric
May 1st, 2021
Novoleap Co. Ltd. (Koup) has developed a shirt using fabric made from recycled plastic bottles infused with cinnamon extract, which the company says is an antimicrobial that can prevent odor-causing bacteria. Cinnamon has a natural compound, cinnamaldehyde, that provides the antimicrobial properties. “My background in textiles prompted me to search for eco-friendly textile technologies that […]
Antimicrobial hospital textiles market outlook
November 18th, 2020
According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the global antimicrobial hospital textiles market size is projected to grow from USD 7.1 billion in 2020 to USD 9.4 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 5.8%. The demand for antimicrobial hospital textiles is rising due to the increased awareness about hygiene, rising disposable income, changing lifestyle, growing […]
Tent fabrics and antimicrobial technology
November 5th, 2020
During IFAI Virtual Expo 2020, Chad Twombly, vice president of direct sales at Herculite, presented the sponsored education session “Utilizing Antimicrobials in Tents—Transition Healthcare Technology to the Rental Tent Market.” According to Twombly, there are two ways to deploy antimicrobial additives into tent fabrics: embedding and/or applying. Embedding active agents into fabrics can result […]
Antimicrobial textiles global market outlook
June 3rd, 2020
According to the ResearchAndMarket.com report “Antimicrobial Textiles—Global Market Trajectory & Analytics” the antimicrobial textiles market worldwide will grow by a projected US $3 Billion, driven by a revised compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. Synthetic Organic Compounds, one of the segments analyzed and sized in this study, is forecast to grow at over 4% […]
Antimicrobial textile market outlook
March 13th, 2020
According to ReasearchAndMarkets.com’s report "Antimicrobial Textile Market—Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2020–2025)," the market for antimicrobial textiles is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 4% during the forecast period. Major factors driving the market include the demand from the health care industry and increasing application in sportswear. Stringent environmental regulations are expected to hinder […]
Knowing what you need
January 1st, 2017
Examining antimicrobial and omni-repellency performance. Textile testing was front and center at IFAI’s Advanced Textiles Conference and on the IFAI Expo 2016 show floor in Charlotte, N.C. Testing to be assured that a product will perform as expected is an important step in the development of any application; in antimicrobial performance, it is becoming even […]
Polyurethane skin keeps furniture germ-free
June 1st, 2008
Problem: Seating fabric used in public areas can allow indirect transmission of bacteria, viruses, mold and mildew among users. Solution: Millions of naturally antimicrobial silver ions released gradually from the surface of AgUARDIAN™ polyurethane skin eliminate the majority of bacteria and other microbes on contact. The patent-pending process is safe, effective and guaranteed for the […]
Hill-Rom to offer antimicrobial silver
June 1st, 2008
Hill-Rom, Batesville, Ind., a manufacturer of medical technologies and surface products, will offer customers the option of antimicrobial silver enhancement for all preventive and therapeutic surfaces by 2009. The company has developed an agreement with NanoHorizons Inc., State College, Penn., to use nanoAg+™ with SmartSilver™ in patient supports, such as beds for hospital or long-term […]