Speciality Fibres and Materials Ltd

21/01/2026

Cold weather can do more than affect comfort, it can influence chronic wound healing.

Evidence shows that exposure to cold temperatures triggers vasoconstriction, reducing blood flow to peripheral tissues. This limits oxygen and nutrient delivery to wound sites and can impair angiogenesis, a critical process in tissue repair.

Peer-reviewed research demonstrates that cold exposure is associated with slower wound closure and delayed regeneration, highlighting the importance of considering environmental factors particularly during colder months when managing chronic wounds.

For those interested in the underlying physiological mechanisms, the full study can be read here:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11577949/

11/11/2025

On November 11th, we honor those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. Remembrance Day highlights the courage and dedication of those who fought in wars worldwide. It's a time to reflect on their profound impact and express gratitude.

Wearing poppies and observing silence, we remember their heroism and sacrifices for peace. Their legacy shows humanity's spirit and commitment to cherished values.

We also acknowledge the families who have endured loss with grace. Their support is crucial to the service members.

Today, let's renew our commitment to peace and unity, honoring past sacrifices through our actions for a better future.

&Development

05/11/2025

Behind every Sfm product is a team of scientists who turn ideas into life-changing wound care solutions.

On International Lab Day, we’re proud to celebrate our exceptional R&D team — whose expertise and passion for innovation ensure that our products deliver the quality, consistency, and performance patients with chronic wounds rely on worldwide.

Thank you for making science the foundation of healing.
&Development

22/10/2025

We’re attending MEDICA 2025!

Meet us from the 17th–20th November at the British Pavilion in Hall 16, Stand H03-8. Talk to us about your advanced wound care needs. We can integrate novel antibacterial technologies into our gelling fibres and discuss Private Label opportunities across an extensive advanced wound care portfolio from Superabsorbent dressings, CMC dressings, Copper, Silver, PHMB dressings, Haemostatic dressings to innovative fibre composites. SFM can help you from design to market launch. COME and MEET our R&D and Commercial team!

&Development

09/10/2025

With sustainability, innovation, and collaboration at the heart of what we do, Sfm is challenging what is possible and shaping a future we can all be proud of.

02/10/2025

Fun. Family. Future.

Our family day brought us together to celebrate safety, sustainability, and wellness. When we support each other, we all thrive.

30/09/2025

Supporting one another is at the heart of our culture. By empowering our colleagues, clients, and communities, we create shared success.

20/08/2025

At its core, this quote is a powerful reminder that empowering people is the real driver of progress.

Whether it’s the right technology, streamlined processes, or simply giving teams the autonomy to think creatively, productivity doesn't come from pressure—it comes from support.

What’s one tool, habit, or mindset that’s helped you become your best at work?

11/08/2025

Transforming Lower Limb Wound Care: Real Results, Real Stories

The latest Wounds UK consensus document, “UrgoKTwo in Real Life,” brings together powerful evidence and frontline experiences from across the NHS to show how simple, standardised compression therapy can lead to faster healing, improved patient comfort, and reduced clinical burden.

From first-time use in secondary care to transformative changes in community settings, this document showcases:
✔️ Up to 91% healing rates within 12 months
✔️ Enhanced confidence among clinicians
✔️ Strong patient feedback on comfort and quality of life
✔️ The power of early intervention and evidence-based care pathways

As one patient put it: “After 12 months of struggling, my wound healed in just 3½ months with UrgoKTwo.”

➡️ Read how Trusts across the UK are making leg ulcers everyone’s business—and achieving results: https://wounds-uk.com/case-studies/urgoktwo-in-real-life/

Wound care is one of the leading expenses for the National Health Service (NHS), with most of this cost associated with non-healing wounds (Guest et al, 2020). Lower limb ulcers are a common non-healing wound, which significantly impact patients’ quality of life (QoL) and often lead to disengageme...

07/08/2025

Happy Cycle to Work Day! 🌍

At Speciality Fibres & Materials Ltd, we’re committed to reducing our environmental footprint beyond our workplace.

Today, we celebrate our employees’ efforts towards a greener future, whether by biking, carpooling, or working remotely.

Cycling benefits both health and the planet, and as a company dedicated to sustainability—from minimising production waste to investing in renewable energy—we proudly support eco-friendly commuting.

05/08/2025

A powerful reminder that our actions and attitudes shape the workplace culture. When we strive to embody the qualities we admire in others - kindness, patience, and reliability, we not only uplift those around us but also create a more harmonious and productive environment.

23/07/2025

We’re proud to be doing our part for the planet! Our solar panels will help reduce our carbon footprint and power our operations with clean, renewable energy.

This is just one of the steps we’re taking toward a more sustainable future.