Scientists have made fabrics from polythene in a move they say could reduce plastic pollution and make the fashion industry more sustainable. Polythene is a ubiquitous plastic, found in everything ...

Description: membranes, a proprietary UPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) membrane technology. These composite structures deliver high efficiency products with low resistance to air flow, ...

The lightweight flexible fabric has been 3D-printed from nylon plastic polymers. It stiffens up when put inside a vacuum-packed plastic envelope. The fabric could be used for making protective ...