Abrasion is the wearing, grinding or rubbing away of a material caused by friction. Abrasion resistance is related to toughness and most people would assume the military and industrial sectors as main fabric applications. There are other applications which require abrasion-resistant fabrics, used as durable layers to extend a product’s shelf life as wear and […]

The construction sector plays an important role in the economic development of countries, currently representing about 13% of global GDP and is expected to increase to 14.7% by 2030. In Europe, it’s estimated that 14.8 million people are employed in the building and construction sector. While it brings huge contributions to the economy, it is also […]

The mining industry is considered a very dangerous sector with one of the most hazardous working environments. According to a non-profit safety council in the US, the mining industry holds the second highest casualty rates. It is therefore crucial that workers wear quality personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep them safe while on the job, […]

Taking part in sports or leisure activities which involve the use of equipment with sharp edges can pose a risk of cuts and lacerations. Likewise, contact and collision sports athletes are also at risk. These injuries are commonly seen in ice hockey, speed skating, figure skating, speedboating, etc, and apparel manufacturers constantly search for the […]