Non Woven Fabric

Product Description

It is not woven or knitted, and it is typically less expensive to produce than woven fabrics.

Non-woven fabrics have a wide range of applications, including:

• Hygiene products: diapers, feminine hygiene products, adult incontinence products
• Medical products: surgical gowns, masks, drapes, wound dressings
• Filtration: air filters, liquid filters, automotive filters
• Geotextiles: erosion control, soil stabilization, drainage
• Agriculture: crop covers, weed control, greenhouse shading
• Home furnishings: upholstery, bedding, curtains
• Apparel: interlinings, interfacings, disposable clothing
• Packaging: shopping bags, protective packaging, industrial packaging

Non-woven fabrics can be made from a variety of fibers, including:

• Natural fibers: cotton, wool, silk
• Synthetic fibers: polyester, polypropylene, nylon
• Cellulosic fibers: rayon, lyocell

The properties of non-woven fabrics can be tailored to specific applications by varying the type of fiber, the bonding method, and the fabric structure.  For example, non-woven fabrics can be made to be absorbent, breathable, strong, or flame-retardant.

Here are some of the key characteristics of non-woven fabrics:

• Cost-effective: Non-woven fabrics are typically less expensive to produce than woven fabrics.
• Versatile: Non-woven fabrics can be made from a variety of fibers and can be tailored to specific applications.
• Durable: Non-woven fabrics can be made to be strong and durable.
• Absorbent: Non-woven fabrics can be made to be absorbent, making them ideal for hygiene and medical products.
• Breathable: Non-woven fabrics can be made to be breathable, making them ideal for apparel and other applications where comfort is important.
• Filterable: Non-woven fabrics can be made to be filterable, making them ideal for air and liquid filters.
• Flame-retardant: Non-woven fabrics can be made to be flame-retardant, making them ideal for applications where safety is important.

Overall, non-woven fabrics are a versatile and cost-effective material with a wide range of applications.