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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

The Year That Was
despite economic crises, raw material pricing and consolidation, the nonwovens industry continue to invest in the future.
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Online Exclusive: Next Generation Counterterrorism and Military Wipe Developed
Lawrence Livermore National Lab Study Finds Texas Tech Fibertect Wipe Best for Decontamination of Chemical Warfare Agents, Toxic Chemicals
by Seshadri Ramkumar

Coming Clean
can nonwoven filters answer the call for better air & water quality?
by Ellen Wuagneux

North American Sanitary Protection Market, A Case Study
by Adrian Atterby

What's Next In The Nanotechnology Wave?
by Seshadri Ramkumar and Arvind Purushothaman

Airlaid: All The Way Back
Recovery Complete... What's Next?
by Phillip Mango

Sustainability And Value Creation
new product designs with reduced raw material usage
by Christoph Schmitz

Chinese Market Creates New Opportunities For Global Nonwovens Industry
nonwovens output-doubled in size since 2001-continues to rise
by Karen McIntyre

International Top 40
Raw Material Prices, Raw Material Prices, Raw Material Prices

Medical Market Maturation
flat volumes in North America have producers turning to Europe and Asia for growth
by Ellen Wuagneux

Geotextiles: Highs and Lows Shape the Market
new applications, products emerge despite economic challenges
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Machinery & Equipment Focus
a look at the latest offerings and news from suppliers in this busy sector

The 39th Annual Buyers' Guide

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

Fiber Makers Offer Alternatives
new fiber types give nonwovens makers more options
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

The Smaller, The Better
small fibers mean big business for nonwovens in filtration, medical, apparel, home furnishing & industrial uses
by Ellen Wuagneux

INDEX 2008: A Record-Setting Event
nonwovens exhibition exceeds expectations

26th Annual Company Capabilities
Expo In Print

Changing Lifestyles Challenge AI Market
lifestyle changes, increased life expectancy create more customers for incontinence products
by Adrian Atterby

Technical Textiles: Hot in HOT-Lanta
Techtexil North America bring industry veterans, newcomers to Atlanta

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

Earth's Best... Only Better
nonwovens offer Mother Nature a boost in agricultural & landscape end uses
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

INDEX2008 Coverage
everything you need to know about this month's even in Geneva

The Great Divide
spunlace manufacturers point to a widening gap between low-cost commodity offerings and high-end niche products
by Ellen Wuagneux

TTNA 2008
innovations in technical textiles will be in the spotlight at next month's event in Atlanta

Household Wipes Market Struggles To Win Over New Customers
by Adrian Atterby

Luxury Or Necessity?
producers still aren't convinced that automatic inspection is a need, not a want
by Ellen Wuagneux

India: Rising Opportunities in Nonwovens and Technical Textiles
India will defy the existing nonwovens growth theory and grow exponentially with rising income levels
by Seshadri Ramkumar and Appachi Arunachalam

Consumers Continue to Win with Disposable Baby Diapers
competition keeps price down, innovation up
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Hygiene Hype
suppliers feel the squeeze as costs and expectations soar
by Christine Esposito

Apparel Appeal
how one manufacturer used an apparel mindset to create an innovative nonwoven single-use panty
by Tiffany Overstreet

Taking It To The Streets
pricing woes still plague nonwovens producers in auto market
by Ellen Wuagneux

Emerging Markets Force San Pro Makers To Re-examine Priorities
proliferation of premium products now as important as volume growth in some developing countries
by Adrian Atterby

Airlaid: Back On Track
after years of hand wringing, airlaid manufacturers are cautiously optimistic
by Karen McIntyre

Industrial Wipes - Delivering New Value
hard working products move into mainstream nonwovens applications
by Susan Stansbury

Pros & Cons Of The PL Diaper Market
industry insider offers advice on what to do and what to avoid
by Carlos Richer

INDA Reaches Out To India
U.S. association paves the way for nonwovens industry to enter emerging market

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

Machinery & Equipment Makers Prepare for ITMA 2007
nonwovens' role continues to increase in textile machinery

Medical Mania
despite pricing pressures, increasingly stringent regulations and competition from China, the medical market continues to be viable for some nonwovens producers
by Karen McIntyre

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

Online Exclusive: Nonwovens Industry speaks with Lenzing CEO Thomas Fahnemann at Techtextil

Online Exclusive: Prof. Dr. Roshan Shishoo F.T.I.(Hon) discusses his latest research with NWI

2007 International Buyers' Guide
our 38th annual edition

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

What Is Your Nonwoven Made Of?
new fiber technology changes the face of nonwovens
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

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

Expo In Print

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

Up In Flames
upgraded flame retardants bump up the performance of nonwovens in both residential and industrial end uses
by Ellen Wuagneux

Protecting America's Bravest
nonwovens technology used in bunker gear and personal protection equipment for firefighters
by Michael Ciampo

Making Moves In The AI Market
strong growth prospects have led to M&A activity in North America
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

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

Household Wipes: Searching For The Next Swiffer
growth slows as the market awaits its next blockbuster
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Food Pads: A Great Market For Airlaid
absorbency requirements open up opportunities in food packaging
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

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

Competition Afoot In The Diaper Market
Producers too focused on the fight for marketshare to concentrate on technology changes
by Carlos Richer

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

Online Exclusive: Advances in Fibrous Materials, Nonwoven and Technical Textiles
Cotton City in India Hosts First International Collaborative Conference
by Seshadri Ramkumar

Online Exclusive: Filtrex 2006 - Over 300 Delegates Flock to EDANA’s Filtration Conference
EDANA’s second edition of the FILTREX conference and exhibition, which took place in Munich on 24th -25th October was judged a major success, according to an opinion survey of its 303 participants.

The Hygiene Market: A Tale Of Two Cities
component suppliers balance innovation and pricing pressures
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

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

Sanitary Protection In The US.
advances in technology and design help drive growth
by Euromonitor International

Beyond Consumer, Wipes Growth Continues
nonwovens' displacement of laundered rags continues in industrial and institutional markets
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

2006 Top Company Report
Investment Heavy In Global Nonwovens Industry

The Indian Technical Textiles Market
segment growth is estimated at 6%
by Devaraj Parthasarathy

Companies To Watch
a look at some other important nonwovens producers
by Staff Report

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

Nonwovens 101
VCU students fuse fashion and function to create innovative disposable clothing designs
by Ellen Wuagneux

Creation and Evolution Of A Nonwovens Design Course
by Brian George

Fiber Producers Search For New Ideas
with pricing still high and demands for diversity increasing, fiber manufacturers are focusing on research and development for the nonwovens industry
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

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

Fighting Fire With... Technology
the market for flame retardants is heating up as new innovative components hit the scene
by Ellen Wuagneux

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

Development Of Nonwoven Fabrics For Military Applications
nonwoven composite technology lends key performance characteristics to uniforms, equipment
by Stephen Szczesuil

Expo in Print

Nonwovens For Civil Engineering and Roofing Felts In China
products have been used on a wide-scale basis since the early 1990s
by John Xuan

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

New Applications Seen At Techtextil 2006

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

How Young Is Old?
adult incontinence products target increasingly active consumer base
by Ellen Wuagneux

Spunmelt: What’s With All The Hype?
in response to demand from hygiene and medical markets, manufacturers add capacity throughout the world
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Household Care: A Homerun For Wipes
floor cleaning cloths boost household wipes market beyond baby wipes in North America
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

Visions From Vision
INDA’s latest consumer products conference is a success.
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

Spunmelt Directory

Diaper Manufacturers Pay Their Dues
success requires innocation, global expansion and cost competitiveness
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

The Evolution of Household Cleaning
Fueled by busy homeowners willing to pay more for convenience, the evolution of the household cleaning products has meant less human contact with cleaning than ever before. But will consumers continue to shell out cash for gadgets when a regular spray bottle will do the trick?
by Christine Esposito

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.

The Filtration Evolution
growth continues as this highly technical nonwovens sector faces new demands and challenges
by Ed Homonoff

Feminine Hygiene in Europe
new products give women more choices
by Helena Engqvist

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

Product Development Trends In The Nonwovens Industry
various techniques for developing products are emerging
by Earle Sherrod

International Top 40
a look at the leading nonwovens producers in the world

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

36th Annual Buyers' Guide
This annual guide lists nearly every supplier and producer of nonwovens around the globe in one comprehensive listing. This guide is divided into six sections—machinery and equipment suppliers, raw material producers, roll goods manufacturers, contract services, consultants and trade associations. Additionally a cross reference section organized alphabetically is provided at the end of the machinery and equipment, raw materials, roll goods and contract services sections.

Up Close and Personal
personal care wipes continue to benefit from proliferation and strong growth
by Ellen Wuagneux

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

Expo in Print
company profiles submitted by this month's display advertisers

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

Building a brighter future
nonwovens meet the grade in roofing and construction markets where educated home buyers and builders are demanding higher performing products

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

AI FOLLOWS THE LEADER
producers take heed of success in baby diaper market and now offer bells and whistles for improved performance in AI products

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

Doing Time In the Disposable Baby Diaper Market
Niche markets, Developing regions, Fuel growth

Taking On the Diaper Challenge
Intense competition continues for baby diaper machinery suppliers in a crowded global market

Vision Gears Up for New Orleans
Annual competition will be a highlight of consumer products conference

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

THE HYGIENE MARKET FACES CHALLENGES
SAP shortages, customer demands, pricing pressures make it difficult to do business in diapers

FEMININE HYGIENE MANUFACTURERS DIRECTORY
with new scented products hitting the shelves, femcare producers are hoping to enjoy the sweet smell of success

AIRLAIDS REBOUND
is the overcapacity crisis over for airlaid?

NEEDLEPUNCH RECOVERY
manufacturers are finding new life for the process in specialty applications

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

The International Top 40
a look at the top companies in nonwovens

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

Machinery & Equipment Review
increased competition hits hygiene market

35th Annual Buyers’ Guide
This annual guide lists nearly every supplier and producer of nonwovens around the globe in one comprehensive listing. This guide is divided into six sections—machinery and equipment suppliers, raw material producers, roll goods manufacturers, contract se

IDEA Award Winners Announced
industry honors innovation in a number of categories

EXPO IN PRINT
companies showcase products, services

Chinese Outlook
sunrise business is expanding

ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION MARKET
housing styles fuel nonwovens growth

BATTLE OF INDUSTRIAL WIPES
EPA needs more equitable solutions

ADULT INCONTINENCE COVERAGE
market forecast, manufacturers directory and review of machinery companies serving the market

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

A Model Of Flexibility
increased competition hits hygiene market

Hygiene Suppliers Hang Tough
market conditions pose many challenges in components

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

New Products Wanted
the airlaid market looks for ways to fill capacity

ITMA 2003 Hits Birmingham
machinery manufacturers to promote latest technologies

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

THE TOP 40
profiles of the top worldwide manufacturers of nonwovens

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

34th Annual Buyers’ Guide
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