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BST Pro Mark appears in the following articles

International Products Featured at Recent Private Label Show
by Susan Stansbury, Contributing Editor

Visionary Awards
Capture Spirit of Innovation in Nonwovens
by Karen Bitz McIntyre, Editor

Drive On with Nonwovens
Technology advances and changing customer needs open up new pathways for nonwovens in the automotives industry.
by Karen McIntyre, Editor

Hygiene Components
Innovative suppliers are balancing the industry’s demands for lightweight, effective and fashionable products.
by Steve Katz, Managing Editor

‘Color Splash’
U.K. design students collaborate with Lenzing to make eco-friendly clothing for men and women.
by Lynne Webster & David Backhouse, School of Design, University of Leeds, UK

SINCE 2011
The biennial event brought a wealth of energy, enthusiasm and education to Shanghai.
by Steve Katz, Managing Editor

The Feminine Hygiene Market
An aging population, and growth in emerging markets are among the feminine hygiene sector challenges, and brand owners and manufacturers are responding in innovative ways.
by Steve Katz, Managing Editor

It’s a Small World
Research is leading to developments in the intriguing nanotechnology sector of the nonwovens industry.
by Steve Katz, Managing Editor

The Future of Superabsorbents in Food Packaging: Nonwovens Powders or Fibers?
The inclusion of superabsorbents has opened up doors for airlaid nonwovens in this market.
by Phil Mango, Phil Mango Consulting

Industrial Nonwovens
While wipers are still a market mainstay, new products and technologies continue to emerge.
by Steve Katz, Managing Editor

The Converter Roundup
by Steve Katz, Managing Editor

Online Exclusive: NC State leads research into conductive nonwovens
Smart nonwovens offer many advantages in applications ranging from textiles to packaging.
by David Savastano

Machinery & Equipment Focus
A look at the latest offerings from suppliers of machinery for nonwovens.

Hygiene’s Curb Appeal
While ‘fashion-ability’ is the most obvious hygiene packaging trend, some of the largest trends are less visible.
by Leah Genuario, Contributor

Online Exclusive: NC State leads research into conductive nonwovens
Smart nonwovens offer many advantages in applications ranging from textiles to packaging.
by David Savastano

Highlights from Techtextil
Nonwovens innovation shines in Frankfurt
by by Helena Enqvist, Contributor

Fibers’ All Star Team
Natural and synthetic fiber producers are stepping up to the plate with a slew of innovative and sustainable fibers for nonwovens.

Feel The Stretch
The nonwovens industry is developing innovative technologies to help producers incorporate more stretch into the design of hygiene, medical and industrial products, responding to increasing demands for better fit, comfort, elasticity and recovery
by by Sandra Levy, Associate Editor

Wipes:
Still a Relevant Format in the Post-Recession Era
by Ian Bell, head of home care, tissue and hygiene research, Euromonitor International

INDEX 2011
A look at what exhibitors showcased at INDEX 2011 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Techtextil Preview
by Sandra Levy, Associate Editor

Online Exclusive: Andritz Sells Three Lines In China
new capacity will come onstream in early 2012

Silence Is Golden
quiet, please–nonwovens are concentrating on the acoustics market where they are gaining clout for their cost-effective performance at lower weights.
by by Sandra Levy, Associate Editor

New Applications for Nonwovens
Technical markets show how nonwovens aren’t just for disposables anymore.
by by Karen Bitz McIntyre, Editor

Nanofiber
New Developments
by by Seshadri Ramkumar and Vinitkumar Singh, Nonwovens & Advanced Materials Laboratory, Texas Tech University, USA

Index Preview

Coming Home
Impending flammability rules for upholstered furniture and top of bed may fire up opportunities for nonwovens suppliers.
by by Sandra Levy, Associate Editor

Homeward Bound
The home furnishings sector is rolling out a welcome mat and nonwovens suppliers are making themselves right at home.
by by Sandra Levy, Associate Editor

Spunlace Showdown
Manufacturers balance catering to the wipes markets ever changing needs with the never ending search for new markets.
by by Karen McIntyre, Editor

Techtextil North American Preview

INDEX 2011 Preview

The Game Changer: Sustainability
Following a green path is quickly becoming the cornerstone of nonwovens producers’ strategies for gaining a foothold in the market.
by by Sandra Levy • Associate Editor

Vive la Différence! When It Comes To Apparel
nonwovens offer a range of unique properties that other, more traditional, fabrics do not
by by Lynne Webster • University of Leeds

Online Exclusive: Get Ready For Light Activated Antimicrobials
by by Sandra Levy • Associate Editor

Online Exclusive: Get Ready For Light Activated Antimicrobials
by by Sandra Levy • Associate Editor

Online Exclusive: Did The Boom For Nonwovens Go Bust?
Now That the Gulf Crisis is Resolved, Boom Makers Have To Deal With Increased Inventory and Lessened Demand
by Sandra Levy

Online Exclusive: WOW Conference Beats Records
Success Reflects Importance of Wipes
by Sandra Levy

Los fabricantes expandirán los productos básicos para incontinencia

Nonwovens in China: Capitalizing on Growth
by Karen McIntyre

Personal Care Wipes Continue to Offer Potential Despite the Economic Downturn
by Magdalena Kondej

Antimicrobials To The Rescue
additives boost the power of nonwovens to fight off germs, bacteria and odors
by Ellen Wuagneux

Techtextil 2009: Exhibitor Spotlight
nonwovens companies prepare for Frankfurt show this month

Report On China's Nonwovens Production In 2008
despite global financial crisis, nonwovens continue to grow in China across all technologies, markets
by compiled by CNTA

Under Fire
FR suppliers in the home furnishing sector deliver creative solutions in the face of unprecedented cost pressures and declining demand
by Ellen Wuagneux

A Kinder, Gentler Nonwoven
alternative raw materials prove that disposable doesn't have to mean irresponsible when it comes to the Earth.
by Karen McIntyre

Sitting Pretty
hygiene component suppliers prepare for pricing let-up
by Ellen Wuagneux

Many Shapes And Forms
no matter how you define it, composite technology is allowing nonwovens to penetrate new markets.
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Fashion: Function in Action
an innovative collection of garments constructed from nonwoven fabrics researched, designed and produced by UK fashion students
by David Backhouse and Lynne Webster

Up to Snuff?
increased performance capabilities boost industrial wiper growth
by Ellen Wuagneux

Wipe Hype
baby care still dominates personal wipes market as consumers worry over excess spending and narrow in on essentials
by Ellen Wuagneux

Online Exclusive: QC With A Female Twist
Debra Cherney's microbiological services firm offers solutions for customers' quality assurance, technical support and consultation needs.
by Ellen Wuagneux

The Sound Of Silence
acoustic nonwovens keep down the noise
by Ellen Wuagneux

FR Legislation Creates Opportunities for Nonwovens
pending standards for upholstered furniture, top of bed materials could mean more growth for FR nonwovens
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Supply Shift
capacity expansion, proposed mergers and a changing customer base add up to exciting times for spunmelt producers
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Geotextiles Think Fast
suppliers make strategy adjustments to overcome new challenges
by Ellen Wuagneux

Technical Textiles Come to Frankfurt
last month’s Techtextil and Advantex fairs break
by Helena Engqvist

A Review of the Personal Wipes Market and Opportunities For Future Growth
trend continues despite lifestyle change
by Adrian Atterby

The Great Shake-up
recent M&A activity has stirred up challenges
by Ellen Wuagneux

Strong & Steady
roofing and construction markets see solid growth and promise potential for future expansion
by Ellen Wuagneux

Flow of Incontinence Products Picks Up As Consumers Warm To The Idea Of Protection
a Euromonitor Report
by Adrian Attersby

Spunlace: Still Wiping Up?
overcapacity and pricing issues worry producers, but there is hope that product differentiation will lead the way
by Ellen Wuagneux

Riding The Wave
to stay afloat, producers of spunmelt nonwovens must balance high raw material costs, tough competition and overcapacity issues
by Ellen Wuagneux

A Two-Prong Attack On The Global Diaper Market
by Adrian Atterby

Oh Baby!
disposable hygiene machinery producers strive to maintain flexibility, bump up performance and lower costs
by Ellen Wuagneux

Defensive Drivers
automotive suppliers continue to face a rocky road as they dodge cost pressures & competition
by Ellen Wuagneux

Blank Canvas
nonwoven fashion apparel & accessories could become an emerging market
by Belinda Orzada, Ph.D.

Filtration Attracts A Crowd
high volumes, high margins make filtration a winning bet for many nonwovens producers
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

The Comforts Of Home
nonwovens make themselves comfortable in the home furnishing sector, from bedding and window treatments to wallcovering applications
by Ellen Wuagneux

Airlaid: The Comeback Kid
once plagued by overcapacity and pricing challenges, are airlaids ready to get back in the ring?
by Ellen Wuagneux

Looking for Safety and Comfort? Medical Workers Give Nonwovens A Try
nonwovens up the ante in innovation to give healthcare personnel what they want
by Karen McIntyre

High-Tech Hybrids
By whatever name you call them, composites are proving that innovative substrate and fiber combinations are an increasingly beneficial option for new product developers
by Ellen Wuagneux

Emerging Markets: China, India, Latin American and Eastern Europe
A NONWOVENS INDUSTRY Special Report
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

It's Getting Personal
personal care wipes makers look for the next blockbuster product
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

EDANA Tackles Infection Control
first-ever IN CONTROL! conference held in Prague

It's A Wrap
roofing and construction markets expand to meet new demands for high performance weatherizaton products
by Ellen Wuagneux

Spunlace Market Report
with a slate of new capacity coming onstream, producers look beyond commodities to add value in wipes and other markets
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

The QC Quest
quality control and inspection system suppliers keep striving for perfection as customers continue to demand it
by Ellen Wuagneux

Hygiene Component Suppliers Provide Form, Fit and Function
pricing pressures, demands for innovation continue to define industry
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

It’s What’s Inside That Counts
nonwovens play expanding role in automotive interiors
by Ellen Wuagneux

Review & Forecast
As 2005 draws to a close, nonwovens executives describe the year as positive for the industry.

Converting Nonwovens For Improved Product Features
converters offer medical and hygiene producers new ways to meet product development challenges
by Dan Aberly

Industrial Wipes - Undergoing Change
the advantages of targeted features are projecting a substantial future for nonwoven wipes
by Susan Stansbury

Airlaid: State Of The Industry
better...but not good
by Phillip Mango

Machinery & Equipment Focus
a look at the latest innovations and company highlights from suppliers of machinery and equipment

The Call for Composites
Creative fabric and fiber combinations help boost versatility in this busy segment
by Elllen Wuagneux

Regional Spotlight: China
INDA reports growth will slow but still remain high by Western standards

Fibers Fight Back
despite raw material prices, supply shortages, suppliers focus on innovation to secure a brighter future
by Karen Bitz

INDEX Draws Largest Crowd Ever
attendance tops 12,000

Techtextil Preview
a look at what companies will be showcasing at next month's event in Frankfurt, Germany

Making a better nonwoven with technology
tips to avoid commoditization and add value using raw materials

Geononwovens hang tight
increasingly specialized nonwovens adapt to meet performance criteria for a variety of geotextile uses in an effort to avoid commoditization

IS TWO BETTER THAN ONE?
partnerships lead to questions over the future direction of the packaging market

SPUNLACE: MARKET ON THE MOVE
manufacturers scramble to take advantage of wipes market growth, but can it last?

A Clean Sweep: Is It Within Reach?
household wipes have registered off-the-chart growth in recent years, but now manufacturers will need to innovate even more to compete

Spunmelt Nonwovens Roll On
industry deals with supply shortages, pricing pressures and looks to new applications

Nonwovens’ Potential And The Unique Indian Situation
future looks bright for disposables and durables in India

FINDING ROOM TO BREATHE
breathability and barrier resistance are key requirements in the medical sector

AIRLAIDS REBOUND
is the overcapacity crisis over for airlaid?

R&D Gains New Focus
roll goods producers must innovate to ensure continued success

Airlaid Grabs Hold In Food Packaging
manufacturers develop new uses for technology

Machinery & Equipment Review
increased competition hits hygiene market

ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION MARKET
housing styles fuel nonwovens growth

BATTLE OF INDUSTRIAL WIPES
EPA needs more equitable solutions

Safety First, Comfort Second
protective apparel makers try new materials to boost compliance

Consumer Wipes Continue Boom
new growth opportunities eyed for future

Not Just Diapers
producers look to new areas for growth

Nonwovens In Motion
auto manufacturers look for increase vehicle lifespan, durability and cost efficiency

The Medical Market: Charting Progress
manufacturers seek balance of protection and comfort

Nonwovens Flow Into Filtration
stringent standards and heightened awareness lead to innovation

Nonwovens Hit The Wall
wallcovering market receives boost from new applications

ITMA 2003 Hits Birmingham
machinery manufacturers to promote latest technologies

CONTRACT SERVICES ROUNDUP
expanded services, upgraded machinery and new markets ease competition

Machinery & Equipment Review
a look at what’s new with equipment suppliers

A Winning Combination
composites gain importance as the nonwovens industry looks for new technology

Synthetic Fiber Update
polyester, polypropylene, others positioned well for future growth

Air Through Bulks Up
versatility, uniformity and a clean production process have manufacturers applauding air through bonded nonwovens

Give Me Shelter
jittery Americans boost protective apparel sales but manufacturers view growth with skepticism

Innovation Boosts Spunlace
emerging hybrid technologies and growing specialty markets hit the scene

Wiping Up Profits
outlook for home and commercial wipes sales remains strong

Hygiene Machinery Update
machinery manufacturers have a good view of the hygiene segment

Spunbonded and Meltblown Nonwovens
manufacturers continue to focus on these two markets, despite lower pricing and overcapacity issues
by Eileen Wubbe

Heading Down the Highway
a look at nonwovens’ role in transportation
by Karen Bitz

Airlaid: What’s Next?
after an unprecedented surge in global capacity, the airlaid market is now left with an important question to answer
by Karen Bitz

Making An Incision In The Medical Market
nonwovens are a preferred material for use in hospitals
by Eileen Wubbe

In The Face Of Danger
new nonwoven face mask extends disaster escape time

Machinery & Equipment Review
a look at what’s new with industry suppliers

The Best Of Both Worlds
composite structures combine multiple materials to create products with more function, better value and increased versatility
by Karen Bitz

Harvesting The Benefits Of Natural Fibers
new uses and markets are constantly being established for these highly preferred fibers
by Eileen Wubbe

Look What Happened At INDEX 02
a review of the year’s largest nonwovens exposition

Techtextil North America Review
a look at what exhibitors brought to Atlanta last month

Home Is Where The Nonwoven Is
whether for a bedroom or living room, nonwovens send customers home happy
by Eileen Wubbe

Adult Incontinence: A Maturing Market
a look at the growing adult incontinence market
by Karen Bitz

Spunlace Soaks Up The Spotlight In Nonwovens Technology
spunlace has become a preferred technology among nonwovens manufacturers
by Eileen Wubbe

Wipe Products Change The Way We Work And Play
a look at the market for nonwoven wipes
by Karen Bitz

Airlaids On The Horizon
pre-formed core expected to play a role in diaper technology
by Eileen Wubbe

Full Speed Ahead For Nonwovens
auto manufacturers focus on costs, recyclability and lower weights for the future
by Eileen Wubbe

The Challenges Of Good Hygiene
hygiene component suppliers withstand consolidation, globalization, price pressures and a continuous call for innovation
by Karen Bitz

Disposables On The Rise In The Medical Market
increased awareness of nonwovens’ advantages in the medical
by Eileen Wubbe

Airlaid Products — Investments In The Future
as new capacity comes onstream, this technology finds a wide range of end uses
by Richard Knowlson

Machinery & Equipment Review
a look at what’s new with industry suppliers

New Product Opportunities In Consumer Markets
nonwovens are finding consumer product areas an attractive deal
by Pricie Hanna and Lynda Kelly

In The Buff
natural fibers show they have nothing to hide from the nonwovens industry

Techtextil Review
a look at what was on display at recent Frankfurt event
by Karen Bitz

IDEA 01 Review
triennial event marked as largest gathering of nonwovens industry in North America

A New Spin On Spunlace
strength, durability and a textile-like feel have given nonwovens manufacturers high hopes for this technology
by Karen Bitz

In The Line Of Fire
nonwovens in the protective apparel market
by C.E. Pelc

The Year Of The Wipe
roll goods producers see no end to the recent boom in the nonwovens wiping business
by C.E. Pelc

On Cue With Quality Control
as the nonwovens industry grows, so do quality control practices within it
by Karen Bitz

The Wonderful World Of Hygiene Machinery
with increased competition and stricter customer guidelines, manufacturers of hygiene machinery and equipment are doing their all to keep on top of the market
by C.E. Pelc

Life In The Fast Lane
strong market opportunities and innovative products push nonwovens into the winner’s circle in the automotive market
by C.E. Pelc

Review & Forecast
executives discuss how the nonwovens industry fared in 2000 and make predictions for 2001

The Filtration Boom
thanks to myriad new product opportunities in niche and traditional segments, the filtration market is gearing up for skyrocketing sales and even tighter competition
by C.E. Pelc

Diagnosis: Nonwovens
nonwovens manufacturers are optimistic about the future of the medical market

By Land And By Sea
nonwoven roll goods manufacturers find that covering the world with geotextiles is not as easy as it looks
by C.E. Pelc

A Glass Act
with years of history behind it, glass is looking to find new markets, compete with synthetics and beat its lingering bad reputation

Field Of Dreams
looking to score a home run, cotton suppliers are finding that if they grow it, customers will come

It\'s A Material World
needlepunched manufacturers report positive trends, giving new meaning to the word 'materialistic'
by C.E. Pelc

Something For Everyone
in the binders and additives market, customers are getting specific with their needs

Making It Big In The Adult Incontinence Market
manufacturers are giving ‘two thumbs up’ to the market’s success
by C.E. Pelc

Whoa, Baby!
competition in the baby diaper machinery market is as strong as ever
by C.E. Pelc

The Heat Is On
the ability to change is helping hot melts 'stick' in the industry
by C.E. Frei

Are We There Yet?
air laid manufacturers head toward a market break-through
by Ellen Lees Wuagneux

There's No Place Like Home
trends, changes and challenges for nonwovens in the home furnishings sector

Full of Hot Air
versatile, efficient and cost-effective, air through bonded nonwovens have every reason to brag
by Ellen Lees Wuagneux

Spunlaced Nonwovens
companies declare success in Europe and continue quest for markets

Technology In Search Of Markets
notes on air laid nonwovens of yesterday, today and tomorrow
by Ivan Pivko

Baby Diapers And Training Pants: A Market Overview
a look at the latest trends and developments
by Colin White

Needlepunched Nonwovens: Is It Time For Another Look?
at long last needlepunching is being acknowledged as a sophisticated—rather than simplistic—technology set to play an essential role in the global nonwovens industry of tomorrow
by Ellen Lees Wuagneux

There's Still a Place for Good Ole' Glass
fiberglass continues to hold its rightful place in nonwovens despite competition from synthetics
by Ellen Lees Wuagneux

The Evolving Protective Apparel Market
absorbency, breathability, comfort and heat stress lead the list of challenges for this growing market