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Focus appears in the following articles

Disposable Diapers Go Designer
Special prints attract consumers in the West while global manufacturers look to developing world markets to increase penetration.
by Karen Bitz McIntyre, Editor

Equipment Review: Hygiene Machinery
by Steve Katz, contributor

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

Wipes: What, Where, Why & How?
by Pranay Bhaskar Sahu, Welspun India Limited

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

The Year That Was 2011
New investments dominated the headlines but that wasn’t the year’s only story.

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

Filtration: Focus of Many
Vast in the number of markets it serves and types of nonwovens technologies it uses, the filtration market has been the subject of much attention in recent years as older players broaden their scope and newcomers enter the fold.
by Karen McIntyre, 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

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

The Ups and Downs of the Needlepunch Market
Surge in capacity shows strength of new applications for needlepunched nonwovens.
by Karen McIntyre, Editor

True Safety in the Operating Room
Security and safety are key features driving the growth of single-use surgical drapes and gowns – in Europe and beyond.
by Helena Engqvist, Contributor

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

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

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

INDEX 2011: The Best Ever
INDEX Awards are a show highlight
by Karen McIntyre, Editor

Online Exclusive: P&G Continues To Grow Amidst Challenges
diapers, wipes prices to increase this summer
by Karen McIntyre

Online Exclusive: Pegas To Establish Egyptian Company
Investment comes at request of major customer
by Karen McIntyre

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

Online exclusive: Get Ready For First Defense Nasal Screens
nonwoven filters make breathing easier
by Sandra Levy

Reap What You Sow
Nonwovens face challenges but continue to grow in the agriculture market
by by Karen McIntyre, Editor

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

Bicomponent Fibers for Nonwovens in China: Now and in the Future
Market is growing but continues to represent a small percentage of total production.
by by John Xuan, Yancheng Textile College, YCTEX IMP & EXP Co., LTD

Index Preview

Online Exclusive: Case Study: Vistamaxx Propylene-Based Elastomers for New Soft Nonwovens Fabric
Vistamaxx propylene-based elastomers lead to new soft nonwoven fabric for high quality hygiene absorbent products

Incontinence, An Embarrassment Of Riches
by by Ian Bell, head of global tissue and research, Euromonitor International

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

INDEX 2011 Preview

Personal Protection: Still Tops On People’s Minds
nonwovens continue to meet the need for performance and comfort in dangerous situations
by by Karen McIntyre • Editor

Online Exclusive: Tips On Improving Your Green Footprint
Strassner Shares Insight on How Nonwovens Can Become More Sustainable
by by Sandra Levy • Associate Editor

Online Exclusive: India's Technical Textiles Mission—A Reality
Government is Working Hard To Expand Scope of Industry
by by Seshadri Ramkumar

Online Exclusive: Tips On Improving Your Green Footprint
Strassner Shares Insight on How Nonwovens Can Become More Sustainable
by Sandra Levy

Online Exclusive: India's Technical Textiles Mission—A Reality
Government is Working Hard To Expand Scope of Industry
by Seshadri Ramkumar

Bridging Technical Innovation & Market Applications
the industry gets a RISE out of the latest ideas in nonwovens technology
by by Sandra Levy • Associate Editor

Industrial Wipes Market:
The Comeback Kid
by by Sandra Levy • Associate Editor

Focus On China
a NONWOVENS INDUSTRY special section

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

Online Exclusive: Nonwovens: Booming In the Gulf?
Absorbent Devices are Helping Keep Oil at Bay in Environmental Crisis
by Karen McIntyre

Techtextil 2010 Preview
A look at technical textiles show set for Atlanta, GA in May

Online Exclusive: K-C Gets Creative In Helping Its Customers
Webisodes, Audio Downloads and Original Music Parties Are a Part of K-C's Latest Marketing Efforts

Awaiting Apparel
despite a lot of interest, nonwovens have not yet made inroads in clothing
by Karen McIntyre

Online Exclusive: Rieter Exits Nonwovens
Sells JetLace, SpunJet to Andritz

Online Exclusive: Glatfelter Execs Outline Concert Deal
$235 million acquisition propels company to the forefront of the airlaid market
by By Karen McIntyre

Online Exclusive: Elmarco Executives Talk Nanotechnology
From filtration and Beyond, Nonwovens Applications for This Technology are Endless

2009 International Top 40
Waiting For Recovery

Techtextil's Lucky 13
latest edition of Frankfurt show demonstrates industry innovation despite economic downturn
by Helena Engqvist

Online Exclusive: FiberwebFitesa Announces Global HQ
Joint Venture to Open Shop in Simpsonville, SC

Online Exclusive: Dow Chemical Company Forms Dow Construction Chemicals
Unit combines Rohm and Haas Acquisition with Dow Wolff Cellulosics
by Sandra Levy

ANEX + SINCE Bring Global Nonwovens Industry To China

Online Exclusive: K-C CEO Discusses Goals, Strategies
Strengthening brands, moving into new geographies are key goals
by Karen Bitz

Fibers Come Full Circle
demands for sustainability, recyclability and conservation drive raw material markets
by Ellen Wuagneux

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

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

Technology Innovations & New Business Opportunities: A New Session At INTC
by Mark Snider

Lower the Weight Of Your Film and Nonwoven Materials Through Adhesive Application Management
systems can save on raw material and non-material costs alike
by Michael Fornes

TTU Unveils Nonwovens Lab
4000-square-foot facility to focus on protective nonwovens

Nice 2 B Niche
small pockets like acoustics stay strong even in the face of unprecedented economic challenges
by Ellen Wuagneux

ANEX09 and SINCE09: It’s China’s Turn
as demand for nonwovens grows in China, the rest of the world heads east

For Disposable Diapers, The Future is Green
In a unique project called WooDi, Sodra Cell, SCA and Chalmers University have joined forces to produce a diaper that could one day be made entirely of wood-based fibers
by Jonathan Roberts

Evolutionary Equipment
Considering the current economic environment, maybe equipment suppliers' description of today's hygiene market as evolutionary (rather than revolutionary) isn't so bad after all.
by Ellen Wuagneux

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

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

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

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

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

Stretching Sales
with the focus clearly on fit, the nonwovens industry adds more elastics to give hygiene producers what they want
by Karen Bitz McIntyre

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Web Exclusive: Filtration 2005 International Conference and Exposition

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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

Chinese Outlook
sunrise business is expanding

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

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

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

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

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

Taking Roofs To A Higher Level
nonwovens’ enhancements shape residential and commercial roofing markets

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

As Needlepunch Sales Lag, Manufacturers Remain Optimistic
plagued by overcapacity problems, needlepunch manufacturers are looking for growth opportunities

Baby Diaper Market Update
manufacturers continue to provide the best comfort, stretch and flexibility

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

Filter Focus
roll goods producers view segment as a good one for growth and innovation
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

The International Top 40
annual survey profiles the top nonwoven roll goods producers worldwide

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

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

Binders & Additives Update
suppliers to the nonwovens industry face many challenges
by Karen Bitz

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

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

Quality Control Gets Roll Goods Into Shape
QC is rapidly evolving as it proves it can stand up to consumers’ demands and keep up to speed with technology
by Eileen Wubbe

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

Machinery Manufacturers Make Do
responding to the fickle needs of the hygiene industry can be tough,
by Karen Bitz

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

Nonwovens In Filtration
government regulations and consumer requirements drive growth
by Karen Bitz

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

Much Ado About Airlaids
why is everyone talking about this technology?
by Karen Bitz

Spunbonded & Melt Blown Nonwovens
despite overcapacity issues and price pressures, these two technologies remain tops with producers
by Karen Bitz

Life After Death
nonwovens are being put to good use in the mortuary industry

Absorbent Patent Survey
growth could mean good things for 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

Oh, What A Tangled Web We Weave
roll goods producers focus on their websites in the hope of ensnaring customers
by C.E. Pelc

Adult Incontinence Soaks Up Sales
the aging population has boosted this absorbent market segment
by Karen Bitz

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

Bringing Up Baby
competition in the disposable baby diaper market has led manufacturers to look toward innovation and global outreach to increase sales
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

The Feminine Touch
the latest innovations within the feminine hygiene market show that manufacturers are listening to the ladies
by C.E. Pelc

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

Absorbent Product Patent Review
as the industry looks forward to a new millennium, absorbent

Techtextil North America Makes Successful Debut
nonwovens innovations share spotlight at sold-out exhibition and conference in Atlanta
by Ellen Lees Waugneux

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

Website Marketing: Pathway To The Future Or Necessary Evil?
Nonwovens Industry’s first-ever review of the Web reveals how nonwovens companies stack up
by Ellen Lees Wuagneux

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

The Power Of Packaging
the push toward thinner, lighter and stronger packaging continues
by Ellen Lees Wuagneux

Nonwovens Make Themselves At Home
nonwovens strengthen their hold in homes around the world
by C.E. Pelc

All That Jazz
producers are playing a catchy tune in the baby diaper sector

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

Scalpel. . . Suction. . . Nonwoven
our 'check-up' on recent trends and issues in the medical market

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

Feminine Hygiene Products: A Market Overview
part two of three part series covers sanitary protection market
by Colin White

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

Prospects For The Nonwoven Products Business In North America
market growth on the order of 4% expected
by John R. Starr

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

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