Applications:
Nonwoven fabrics are broadly defined as sheet or web structures bonded together by entangling fiber or filaments (and by perforating films) mechanically, thermally or chemically. They are flat, porous sheets that are made directly from separate fibers or from molten plastic or plastic film. They are not made by weaving or knitting and do not require converting the fibers to yarn. Typically, a certain percentage of recycled fabrics and oil-based materials are used in nonwoven fabrics. The percentage of recycled fabrics varies based upon the strength of material needed for the specific use.
Nonwoven fabrics are engineered fabrics that may be a limited life, single-use fabric or a very durable fabric. Nonwoven fabrics provide specific functions such as absorbency, liquid repellency, resilience, stretch, softness, strength, flame retardancy, washability, cushioning, filtering, bacterial barrier and sterility. These properties are often combined to create fabrics suited for specific jobs, while achieving a good balance between product use-life and cost. They can mimic the appearance, texture and strength of a woven fabric and can be as bulky as the thickest padding. In combination with other materials they provide a spectrum of products with diverse properties, and are used alone or as components of apparel, home furnishings, health care, engineering, industrial and consumer goods.
Non-woven materials are used in numerous applications, including:
- gasoline, oil and air - including HEPA filtration
- water, coffee, tea bags
- liquid cartridge and bag filters
- vacuum bags
- sand infiltration barrier for drainage tile
- allergen membranes or laminates with non woven layers
- baby diapers
- carpet backing, primary and secondary
- feminine hygiene
- adult incontinence products
- wet wipes
- bandages and wound dressings
- isolation & surgical gowns
- surgical scrub suits, caps, drapes and covers
- erosion control
- canals construction
- drainage systems
- geomeambranes protection
- frost protection
- marine sail & table cover laminates
- agriculture mulch
- pond and canal water barriers
- disposable clothing (foot coverings, coveralls)
- consumer and medical face masks
- mailing envelopes
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