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US’ Cherokee Uniforms unveils new line of innovative medical garments

15th May 2023

Careismatic Brands has unveiled The Cherokee Collection by Cherokee Uniforms, a fresh line of top-notch medical garments aimed at ensuring the safety and style of healthcare professionals in their workplace. This announcement coincided with the celebration of National Nurses Week, an occasion dedicated to honouring nurses across the world.

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US’ TCPF launches flame-resistant stretch fabric Tecasafe 360+

12th May 2023

TenCate Protective Fabrics (TCPF) has introduced its latest breakthrough: Tecasafe 360+. This innovative fabric showcases inherent flame-resistant properties while incorporating stretch technology, revolutionising workwear. Tecasafe 360+ builds upon TCPF's range of protective products, providing a unique combination of enhanced protection and comfort.

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Frost & Sullivan VP to deliver keynote speech at PCIAW summit

4th May 2023

Sanjiv Bhaskar, vice-president of research at Frost & Sullivan, has been announced as a keynote speaker at the PCIAW Summit & Exhibition 2023. As a well-known expert in the field of research, his insights are sure to provide valuable knowledge and insights. It is an important event for the uniform, workwear and personal protective equipment markets.

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US’ Fire-Dex adopts Lectra's Fashion On Demand solution

4th May 2023

Fashion On Demand by Lectra, a major global player in the fashion, automotive and furniture markets, is a very powerful solution that can help Fire-Dex streamline its manufacturing processes and improve its competitiveness. With the supply chain disruptions, it's become more important for companies to be agile and efficient in their operations.

The Artemis III spacesuit prototype, the AxEMU. Pic: Axiom Space
NASA reveals spacesuit for Artemis III moon surface mission

21st Mar 2023

NASA has selected Axiom Space to develop modern spacesuits for the first astronauts to explore near the lunar South Pole. Called the AxEMU, the spacesuit builds on NASA’s spacesuit prototype developments and incorporates the latest technology and added protection. Axiom Space will design and develop flight training spacesuits for the Artemis III...

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UK’s Carrington Textiles launches Spartan HT Flex Lite

17th Mar 2023

Carrington Textiles has launched a new addition to its Defence Range of products called Spartan HT Flex Lite. The product is a military ripstop fabric that incorporates 2 per cent LYCRA, 37 per cent cotton, and 61 per cent Cordura military grade high tenacity nylon 6.6. It provides integrated stretch, outstanding wearer comfort, strength and...

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Israel’s Polytex launches next-gen full cycle workwear solution

15th Mar 2023

Polytex has launched Polytex Pro, which has numerous design improvements and major advances in both hardware and software. Polytex Pro has ultra-high-speed dispensing of clean workwear items in six seconds, optimised storage capacity, and a simplified user authentication process. The line includes two dispensing unit models and four return unit models.

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US removes import ban on Malaysian synthetic glovemaker YTY

10th Feb 2023

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has modified the Withhold Release Order (WRO) issued on January 28, 2022, against imports of synthetic disposable gloves manufactured by Malaysia’s YTY Industry Holdings Sdn Bhd (YTY Group). Effective immediately, the US will allow YTY Group shipments to enter the US if they are in compliance with US laws.

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UK’s Carrington Textiles to display new military textiles at IDEX 2023

8th Feb 2023

Carrington Textiles is set to debut at the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) taking place in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from February 20–24, 2023. The company will be unveiling some of its innovations in military textiles at the event in stand 04-A23. The fabric manufacturer will be launching its new camouflage print concept called Night Stealth Camo at...

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