New Fibres & Fabrics

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New Fibres & Fabrics
  1. KEVLAR
    1. Strong synthetic polymer, made chemically & spun into strong fibres
      1. Then woven to make a very strong fabric
      2. Resistant to abrassion
        1. Used in bullet proof bests & safety wear
      3. NOMEX
        1. Synthetic polymer, spun in fibres
          1. Fire Resistant
          2. TENCEL
            1. Modern regenerated fibre
              1. Natural & synthetic fibres
                1. Different textures
                2. eco friendly
                3. Uses
                  1. Luxurious bed sheets
                    1. non woven wipes
                  2. FASTSKIN
                    1. Swimsuit
                      1. Mimic a sharks skin
                      2. reduces drag
                        1. Improves speed
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