Non-woven fabric is typically manufactured by putting small fibers together in the form of a sheet or web, and then binding them either mechanically (as in the case of felt, by interlocking them with serrated needles such that the inter-fiber friction results in a stronger fabric), with an adhesive, or thermally (by applying binder (in the form of powder, paste, or polymer melt) and melting the binder onto the web by increasing temperature).

What are non-woven textiles?

Any material that has a fabric like structure. Properties can be combined astounding versatility. To cover, bind, soak, absorb or wipe.

How are they made?

Non woven textiles combine and arrange fibers in a sheet or web using a variety of techniques. Involve natural or manufactured fibers and combine exotic materials that will assign the finished product with a specific array of properties.

What can they be used for?

Unique engineered fabrics offering cost effective solutions for increasing variety of applications and products you use every day.

Non-woven materials are nowadays mainly produced from man-made fibers. Two synthetic polymers dominate the market: polypropylene (PP) and polyesters (mainly PET). Nonwovens are often application-designated as either durable or disposable. For example, nonwovens used as house wraps to prevent water infiltration are durable nonwovens. Nonwovens used as facings on baby diapers are disposable or single-use nonwovens.

Non-woven materials are used in numerous applications, including:

Hygiene
• baby diapers
• feminine hygiene
• adult incontinence products
• wipes
• bandages and wound dressings

Medical
• isolation gowns
• surgical gowns
• surgical drapes and covers
• surgical scrub suits
• caps

The list goes on and on ...