Application

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

Technical

• Roll roofing and shingle reinforcement
• Insulation backing
• Battery electrode separators
• Vinyl flooring reinforcement
• Plastic surface reinforcement (veils)
• Wall coverings
• Honeycomb structural components
• Ceiling tile facings
• Circuit board reinforcement
• Electrical insulation

Geotextiles

• Soil stabilizers and roadway underlayment
• Agriculture mulch
• Pond and canal water barriers
• Sand infiltration barrier for drainage tile

Other

• Carpet backing (primary and secondary)
• Composites
  • Marine sail laminates
  • Table cover laminates
• Backing/Stabilizer for machine embroidery
• Thermal insulation (fiberglass quilting/batting)
• Pillows, cushions, and upholstery padding
• Batting in quilts or comforters
• Consumer and medical face masks
• Tarps, tenting and transportation (lumber, steel) wrapping
• Disposable clothing (foot coverings, coveralls)