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 »
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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 »
For nearly a year, WPT Nonwovens has been filling the need for PPE medical supplies with the high volume production of surgical face masks (commonly referred to as surgical masks or procedure masks). Our team has been working hard to provide ample supplies of masks for hospitals and other critical care facilities. Unfortunately, some buyers… Read more »
Rayon nonwoven fabric is made from natural fibers developed from wood pulp. WPT produces nonwoven rayon fabric from 100% rayon filament or rayon blend. Desired for characteristics such as high absorbency, softness, and comfortable finish, nonwoven rayon is easy to dye, so a wide range of color options are available. WPT Nonwovens supplies nonwoven rayon… Read more »
Successful product development begins with selecting not only the right materials, but also the right supplier for your materials. When it comes to nonwoven fabrics, optimal product quality and performance often is achieved with custom nonwoven fabric, developed by a knowledgeable and experienced nonwovens manufacturer. The WPT Nonwovens team creates a diverse range of custom… Read more »
Bicomponent fibers offer an innovative way to create nonwoven fabric that is essentially customized for a particular application. A bicomponent fiber is made up of two individual components distributed over the full length of a finished fiber. They can be from the same polymer or completely different polymer types. When different polymer types, an entirely… Read more »
Growing focus on health and well-being has ushered in increased demand for organic products. It is also important to today’s consumers to purchase environmentally responsible products. At the same time, people have become accustomed to enjoying the convenience of disposable products. So, how can all of these demands be met? Enter all-natural, organic cotton nonwovens…. Read more »
WPT Nonwovens Is known as the US source for a variety of fiber types including the highest quality virgin polyester and domestically sourced, premium medical-grade bleached cotton. Our line also includes rayon and custom blends to create the right nonwovens for virtually any application. Our offerings do not end with a diverse selection of fibers…. Read more »
Soon after the onset of the COVID-19 emergency, WPT Nonwovens responded to the national emergency need for PPE medical supplies with the high volume production of surgical masks, officially classified as ASTM F2100-19 Level 3 Earloop Surgical Face Masks. As a Kentucky manufacturer with a solid and reliable supply chain, we were positioned to provide… Read more »