Switching from traditional fabrics to natural-fiber clothing is good for us and our planet. Here’s why. Natural-fiber clothing no longer means itchy hemp or unflattering off-white clothing. More and ...

The use of natural fibres as reinforcing fillers in plastics is becoming increasingly popular among plastics processors, compounders and their customers, within the European Union and around the world ...

Bamboo fabrics have surged into popularity in recent years. Encourage a more sustainable textile market by choosing natural fibers that protect the environment, honor producer health, and support your ...

For years, glass fiber and carbon fiber have ruled the world of reinforcements. Manufacturers demanded high-performance, low-cost, and lightweight fibers for highly engineered resins. Until recently, ...

Natural fibers have a rich history of reinforcing materials for over 3,000 years. The renewed interest in natural fiber composites in the last five years is driven by a focus on improving and ...

One of the most surprising things about Porsche's new 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport is the material it uses for its doors and wing. At a quick glance it looks like carbon fiber, but it's not. Instead, ...

Natural fibers have many advantages: they are renewable, biodegradable and robust. They are more energy-efficient to produce than glass or carbon fibers, are lighter and have better acoustics. Their ...

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global natural fiber composites market will grow by USD 1.49 billion during 2020-2024. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the global natural fiber composites market registered a YOY ...