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Nanofilament breaks down dye in textile wastewater

January 1st, 2024

Easily removing water-soluble dyes, such as those used to dye batik fabric, from textile wastewater discharge is a challenge facing the industry. Image: © Shariff Che\’ Lah, Dreamstime.com Water pollution from textile dyeing is a perennial concern because of the caustic nature of the chemicals used. Researchers at Drexel University have found that a nanofilament […]

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Activewear eliminates sweat with volcanic sand

January 1st, 2024

A model wearing the Level Tech Tee with embedded thermoregulating technology in the color Burgundy Heather. Image: Fourlaps Boulder, Colo.-based company 37.5® Technology has harnessed particles of volcanic minerals and activated carbon from coconuts to create thermoregulating fabrics used in athleisure wear. Clothing brands such as Janji and Fourlaps have incorporated this technology into their […]

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