News 2016

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Dec 22, 2016 | Keeping tabs on aging process
Switzerland’s overhead power lines are showing signs of old age and can be damaged by power surges. But how long will they actually last? Empa researchers have developed a tool to keep tabs on the aging process. This...
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Dec 15, 2016 | Empa know-how for the «Magic Tent»
As of December 12th the All-in-One sleep system developed by «Polarmond», a start-up company, is ready to hit the shelves. Thanks to its special humidity management feature and sophisticated temperature regulation,...
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Dec 13, 2016 | Scarves and watches made with Empa technology
The gold thread developed at Empa is having extensive repercussions. Hot on the heels of a dessous collection being refined with the new technology, scarves and luxury watches are now also available. A long journey for...
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Dec 8, 2016 | «Swiss Resources Forum» at Empa
Over 100 participants gathered on December 1, 2016 at the Empa AKADEMIE in Dübendorf to discuss the need for a resource revolution in Switzerland.