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18. Long-term recycling
While many companies are only just beginning to consider their
environmental impact, one US shoe last producer has been recycling
for many years.
32. Comfortably leading
US company OrthoLite supplies moulded foam inserts to a number of
high profile footwear brands – but what sets such a company apart
from its competitors?
22. Close to home
As high labour costs and restrictive employment laws have prompted
many European footwear firms to relocate production outside of the
continent, one company is determined to stay close to its roots.
26. Celliant technology
The often misunderstood product is starting to make headway in the
footwear industry.
28. Protecting toes
A look at some of the innovations in the often overlooked area of toe
puffs and counters.
30. Eco-friendly in China
A look at a young Chinese company that produces inserts and footbeds
using the most sustainable methods possible.
34. Crocs shocks
Think of them what you will, but Crocs
shoes have come a long way
in ten years.
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37. Running without shoes
Running experts discussed the barefoot running phenomenon at a
recent conference to try and decide whether natural really is better.
40. Essential reading
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