It is the time of year when we enjoy seasonal celebrations, gatherings with family and friends, and reflect on gratitude for a year of blessings. At WPT, we appreciate our many wonderful customers and loyal business partners. We realize that without you we couldn’t have enjoyed the successes we’ve had, and we are truly thankful…. Read more »
WPT NONWOVENS BLOG
One of the best advantages of using nonwoven fabric is that it is highly customizable. This is a very important attribute for specialty applications such as adult diapers and feminine hygiene products. These personal care items require characteristics such as strength, absorbency, and softness on the skin. The nonwoven manufacturing process provides many options for… Read more »
Nonwoven fabrics have become the material of choice for making a variety of innovative products that are convenient and cost-effective. Various fabric treatments and fabrication materials are used to construct nonwovens, including cotton, viscose, and polyester. One type of nonwoven that has grown in popularity is bicomponent fiber nonwoven fabric. How Bicomponent Nonwovens Are Made… Read more »
For purchasing departments, there can be a strong temptation to look solely at price when comparing suppliers. Price is important, but if the materials are of poor quality or availability suddenly becomes a problem, you could actually lose money by going with a cheap supplier. Overseas Suppliers Increasing Becoming Less Reliable Last year, as the… Read more »
Single-use nonwoven personal care items have become an indispensable part of the health and hygiene market. At the same time, growing focus on environmental sustainability has driven consumer demand for products that promote less non-biodegradable waste. All natural cotton nonwovens have emerged to bridge the gap between these needs. All-Natural Cotton Personal Care Nonwovens According… Read more »
Manufacturers who wish to use nonwoven fabrics for their products have a wide range of fiber options. For some applications, natural fibers like cotton are a good choice, but for others, a synthetic fiber such as polyester, might provide better attributes. When selecting fibers, it is important to consider the characteristics of a given fiber… Read more »
Through air bonding creates a versatile nonwoven product that has the benefit of being lightweight and safe for the environment. Through air bond nonwovens are used to create durable end use disposable products such as: Hygiene Products Filtration Materials Bedding & Furniture Personal Wipes Cleaning Wipes Dryer Sheets Baby and Adult Diapers And More The… Read more »
WPT Nonwovens has extensive experience and industry knowledge when it comes to the design and manufacture of nonwoven fabrics. Nonwoven fabric is more popular than ever before, and widely used in a multitude of industries. One reason why nonwovens have become the material of choice for so many product manufacturers is because they are highly… Read more »
Working with Advantage Kentucky Alliance, WPT Nonwovens has created a new promotional video to provide viewers with insight into our company and product line. Filmed on location at our Beaver Dam, Kentucky facility, our manufacturing showcase video features footage of our wide array of nonwoven production processes and equipment. The video is narrated by Travis… Read more »
A synthetic material derived from petroleum, polyester is one of the most commonly used fabrics due to its versatility. It is typically soft, but offers the advantages of strength, high density, and durability. Nonwoven polyester is the ideal material for a wide range of application needs including industrial filter materials, medical and hygiene products, construction… Read more »