As recently reported by Nonwovens Industry, the need for medical grade masks will not be ending anytime soon, “As the world enters into the third year of the coronavirus pandemic, face masks and respirators continue to be pervasive, especially as new variants, like the contagious Omicron, continue to emerge.” Something that has changed since the… Read more »
WPT NONWOVENS BLOG
WPT nonwoven viscose rayon fabric is made from 100% rayon filament or rayon blend. Made from natural fiber derived from wood pulp. Viscose Rayon Nonwoven Characteristics Rayon nonwoven offers the characteristics of high absorbency, softness, and comfortable finish. Since it is easy to dye, a wide palette of nonwoven color options can be specified for… Read more »
A common new year resolution for most businesses is improving the bottom line. If you’ve made this a goal, you are most likely looking for ways to save money and might be considering a review of your suppliers. Instead of looking at price alone, there are many other considerations and ways the right nonwovens supplier… Read more »
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 »
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 »