In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: bio-based …
Biodegradable vs. Compostable
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: …
Material Profile: WEGANOOL
MC 1097301 / WEGANOOL by Faborg is a 100% plant-based wool alternative that is sustainable at every stage of its life-cycle - from production and processing to ultimate disposal adhering to …
Circular Economy
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: circular …
Top Five Materials: April 2021
From a bent glass technology that uses lasers to create new geometries from sheet glass to a premier wood substitute with the smallest ecological footprint of any lumber alternative, Material Library …
Renewable Energy
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: renewable …
Material Profile: Daika
Traditionally it is difficult to use wood in consumer goods because its ability to be shaped is limited due to the fact that it is solid and can’t be easily molded. Fabrication of wood requires …
Super-natural Performance: A Talk with Allbirds
On Wednesday, March 17th Dr. Gayatri Keskar, VP of Research was joined by Claudia Richardson and Romesh Patel, Ph.D. of Allbirds. Our guests shared their perspectives on product development and …
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Carbon Offset
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: carbon …
Carbon Footprint
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: carbon …
Material Profile: CF3D™
Composites are valued for being extremely strong and light and providing high strength to weight ratios and stiffness - but conventional composites manufacturing can be very expensive. Though 3D …
Composites and Natural Fiber Composites
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: composites …
Waste: An Ocean of Opportunity
On Wednesday, February 24th, we were joined by Giulio Bonazzi, Chairman and CEO of Aquafil Group, the manufacturers of ECONYL® yarn for our ongoing #MCXLive Webinar Series. As is often the case, …
Top Five Materials: March 2021
From a 100% natural stone-like material made entirely from fish scales, to shape memory material that adapts to human temperature, Material Library and Online Database continue to grow. Check out the …
Top Five Materials: February 2021
From a rainbow of bio-pigments to extra fine stainless steel mesh that feels like water in your hands, Material Library and Online Database continue to grow. Check out the Top Five Material additions …
Top Five Materials: January 2021
From 3D reflective (and premium gold colored) heat transfers to bio-composites made from upcycled waste, Material Library and Online Database continue to grow. Check out the Top Five Material …
You’ll Go Bananas for this Plant Derived Material
This material is B-A-N-A-N-A-S... literally! Head of Research, Dr. Gayatri Keskar, introduces Bananatex®, the world's first waterproof durable material derived from sustainably grown banana plant …
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Materials Trends for the New Now
On Wednesday, July 15th, Drs. Andrew Dent and Gayatri Keskar discussed what’s new in the world of materials - and how it has changed in the last few months. Dr. Keskar shared the emerging …
Solutions Found in Raw Materials
What happens when an off-the-shelf material solution isn't the ideal? We innovate, of course. Here, Dr. Andrew Dent gives us a glimpse at the highly customized solutions some of our clients are …
Solving the Plastic Waste Problem
On Wednesday, May 27th, Dr. Gayatri Keskar was joined by Manuel Rendon, Co-founder, Chairman, & CEO of Timeplast™ for a discussion titled Solving the Plastic Waste Problem - part of our free webinar …
Biomimicry in Performance Sportswear, Naturally
The sportswear industry has had to choose between performance and renewability. Textiles, for example, are typically coated with toxic perfluorinated compounds to make them water-repellant. Senior …
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Rigidity and Flexibility: A Marriage of Opposites
The unexpected combination of two dissimilar materials can be seen in architecture, interior design, and the consumer electronics and lifestyle space. https://www.youtube.com/embed/wfWikfbq2_k Dr. …
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Innovative Precious Metal Extraction Methods
The world has an electronic waste problem compounded by consumer demand for the latest electronic gadgets and more countries refusing to import …
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The Future of Global Sourcing: Q&A from the Event
On Wednesday, May 13th, Dr. Andrew Dent hosted an hour long webinar with Michael Robinson on the topic of The Future of Global Sourcing as part of our webinar series. The discussion brought up a lot …
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Sustainability, Circular Economy, and the Consumer Mindset
Sustainability has been top of mind for some time now, but the conversation is shifting to include the the concept and methods found within circular economy. Unclear on circular economy? The Ellen …
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What Happens to a Product in Its Afterlife?
Materials developed with their end-of-life in mind are the perfect place to start when designing for a circular economy. Dr. Gayatri Keskar shares two materials that respond to this idea through …
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Packaging Waste Turned Elegant Building Material
Last week we shared an innovation that is helping to reduce food waste. Another source of kitchen waste is utilized in these materials: packaging. More specifically: tea bags, juice containers, and …
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Food Waste: A Sticky Solution
When was the last time you stopped to examine the sticker on your fresh fruits or vegetables? Self checkout at the market perhaps... or while verifying your produce was …
Tackling Air Pollution: Challenge or Opportunity?
Gayatri Keskar, Ph.D. gives us a glimpse at the material opportunities that sometimes exist within pollution itself; innovations using carbon emissions extracted from the air, for example. Can you …
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Finding Sustainable Alternatives in Nature
Earth is an amazing supplier of resources but it's important that we understand how these resources work so we can imitate their properties and create sustainable alternatives and …
In the News: Global Commitment Progress Report
In late 2019, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation published the Global Commitment Progress report, which details how 200 of the world's largest companies are using plastic and the progress they have made …
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In the News: The Shed in Hudson Yards
If you live or work in the New York Metro, chances are you've heard of The Shed: an innovative cultural centre in Hudson Yards that has a moving roof which can double the venue's size. Aside from its …
In the News: Eliud Kipchoge and Nike’s VaporFly 4%
Recently nominated Sportsman of the Year at the 2020 Laureus World Sports Awards, Eliud Kipchoge is no stranger to impeccable feats and breaking world records. In 2019, Kipchoge made headlines when he …
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Storytelling in Retail Design through Materials
Learn about emerging retail design trends and technologies from Material ConneXion's EVP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent, and seven forward-thinking manufacturers in this This presentation runs about …
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Zaracrete: Revolutionary Cement
Introducing ZARACRETE: the world’s strongest, most advanced, and longest-lasting cement. https://youtu.be/jtbq6NrowTU ZARACRETE offers three distinct benefits over conventional Portland …
The Next Generation of Hydrographic Printing
Hydraulic transfer film is an infinitely customizable process that decorates and coats molded plastics and metals with more consistency and accuracy than ever …
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