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International Buyers' Guide
PF Nonwovens
Company Headquarters
101 Green Mountain Road,
Humboldt Industrial Park
Hazleton, PA 18202
United States
International Buyers' Guide
Roll Goods By Fibers
Additional Roll Products Information
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Plant Locations:
Hazleton, PA, US; Czech Republic; Egypt; South Africa
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Applications:
Hygiene, industrial, medical, filtration, wipes
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Sales Manager:
Rahul Nayak
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Medical | Meltblown | Mergers and Acquisitions | North America
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Legal/Regulatory | Wipes
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Medical
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Mergers and Acquisitions | Spunlace
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Maxcess Launches RotoMetrics RD300 NW D2 Solid Rotary Die
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Wipes
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Green/Sustainability
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Wipes
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Meltblown
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India | Shows/Events
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Apparel | Green/Sustainability
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Medical
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China | Filtration
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Airlaid | Mergers and Acquisitions | North America
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Green/Sustainability
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Meltblown
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Associations | Shows/Events
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DiloGroup to Showcase Range of Machinery at ITMA Asia
Machinery specialist develops production lines for any nonwoven processTara Olivo, associate editor 05.06.21
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Glatfelter Announces First Quarter Results
Airlaid Materials business reports lower sales, volumes05.04.21
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Market Data
INDA Releases North American Supply Report
Business continues to expand faster than the economy04.29.21
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Associations | Shows/Events
Virtual Outlook Conference a Success
Over 590 key stakeholders joined the nonwoven personal care products event04.28.21
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Spunlace | Wipes
Fibertex Nonwovens Announces European Investments
$50 million investment will focus on plants in Czech Republic, Turkey04.23.21
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Savaré Strengthens Technical Support for the Americas
Diego Lima joins adhesives specialistTara Olivo, associate editor 04.22.21
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FiberVisions, Avgol Partner with Polymateria
Effort will bring biotransformation to fibers, nonwovens04.21.21
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Facilities/Capacity | Machinery and Equipment | Needlepunch | Western Europe
Andritz to Supply Elliptical Cylinder Pre-Needler in France
Machine supplied to Amarande will process shoddy and natural fibers for the production of heavy feltsTara Olivo, associate editor 04.19.21
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Facilities/Capacity | Middle East/North Africa | Wipes
Albaad to Add Natural-Based Line in Israel
Investment will make plastic free wet wipes for multiple markets04.16.21
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Market Data
Freedonia Tracks Demand for Personal Hygiene Nonwovens
Demand expected to grow 1.4% annually through 2024Tara Olivo, associate editor 04.15.21
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TMC Supplies Sevinçler with D-Namic Stacker and Bagger
Machine is a primary packaging solution for baby and adult diapers in pre-formed bagsTara Olivo, associate editor 04.15.21
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Machinery and Equipment | Wipes
PCMC Redesigns Rx200 and Mako Clipper Wet Wipes Machines
New flat-pack solutions produce high-content alcohol wipes while maximizing operator safetyTara Olivo, associate editor 04.14.21
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Facilities/Capacity
PFNonwovens Adding New Capabilities in Znojmo
Aperturing, embossing line will differentiate products for hygiene and medical applications04.14.21
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Aries Face Masks Meet ASTM Standards
Coverings proven effective for workplace safetyKaren McIntyre, editor 04.13.21
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Antimicrobials | India | Medical | Product Improvement/Innovation | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Tufropes Launches Inherently Antibacterial and Antimicrobial Spunbond
Chemical free Nonwoven provides over 90% effectiveness against microbial and bacterial activityTara Olivo, associate editor 04.13.21
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Construction
Roofing & Construction Update
Nonwovens producers offer a range of innovative products to protect homes and buildingsTara Olivo, Associate Editor 04.12.21
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Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Spunmelt Nonwovens Surge
New lines are popping up all over the globe to help ease shortages for medical fabrics and other key applicationsKaren McIntyre, Editor 04.12.21
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Facilities/Capacity | Nanotechnology
NXTNano Adding Three Lines
New capacity to be operational by end of 2021Karen McIntyre, editor 04.12.21
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Associations | Shows/Events | Wipes
Asia Wipes Summit Held Successfully in Shanghai
Event focused on the sustainable development of wipesTara Olivo, associate editor 04.12.21
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Medical
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Wipes
A Conversation with the Responsible Flushing Alliance
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Wipes
Nice-Pak Meets Consumer Demands
Balancing sustainability and efficacy has always been the wipes maker’s strategy but today it’s more important than everKaren McIntyre, Editor 04.01.21
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Wipes
Wipes Manufacturers Meet Demand Surge
Line investments and increased partnerships will increase output of disinfectant wipesKaren McIntyre, Editor 04.01.21
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What You’re Reading on Nonwovens-Industry.com
News from U.S. Nonwovens was the most-viewed in MarchTara Olivo, associate editor 04.01.21
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Tenowo Appoints Managing Director
Salvatore Musso will lead sales and marketing for the companyTara Olivo, associate editor 04.01.21
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Market Data
European Nonwovens Production Exceeds 3 Million Tons
Output grew 7% last year, says EDANAKaren McIntyre, editor 03.30.21
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Airlaid | Mergers and Acquisitions | North America
Glatfelter Can Proceed with Acquisition of G-P's U.S. Nonwovens Business
Antitrust regulatory process has concludedTara Olivo, associate editor 03.30.21
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Lydall Performance Materials Announces Price Increases
Filtration and Specialty Insulation products prices will go up due to significant increases in key raw material and freight costsTara Olivo, associate editor 03.25.21
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Wipes
Jacob Holm's SoftFlush Receives Fine to Flush Certification
Wipes substrate offers dispersibility and softnessKaren McIntyre, editor 03.25.21
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China | Facilities/Capacity | Needlepunch
Chongqing Double Elephant to Install Four Needlepunch Lines
Andritz technology will create microfiber nonwovensKaren McIntyre, editor 03.25.21
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Apparel
Freudenberg Performance Materials Launches Online Shop for Apparel Industry
Range of interlinings, tapes, canvas and preformed materials, linings and comfortemp thermal insulation availableTara Olivo, associate editor 03.24.21
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Fibers
Stein Acquires Consolidated Fibers
Company is a leader in synthetic fibersKaren McIntyre, editor 03.24.21
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Facilities/Capacity | Spunlace | Western Europe | Wipes
Berry Global to Add Spunlace Line in Europe
Investment will increase company's European capacity by more than 300 million square metersTara Olivo, associate editor 03.23.21
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Diaper, Baby
Ontex Partners with Woosh to Roll Out Diaper Recycling Program
Program to begin in Mechelen next month, expand to other Belgian cities in coming monthsKaren McIntyre, editor 03.23.21
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Home Products
Precision Textiles Offers Bedding Manufacturers Foam Alternatives
Foam shortages pose serious challenges03.22.21
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Associations | Shows/Events
INDEX Postponed to October
Organizers also announce virtual optionTara Olivo, associate editor 03.22.21
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Associations | Shows/Events | Wipes
World of Wipes Returns as In-Person Event
Wipes conference to be held in Atlanta July 12-15Tara Olivo, associate editor 03.18.21
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PCMC Names President of Global Operations
Stan Blakney has led the company’s U.S. business since February 2019Tara Olivo, associate editor 03.18.21
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Facilities/Capacity | North America | Spunlace
Fibertex Nonwovens to Expand U.S. Site
Company to build spunlace line, acquire additional land in South Carolina03.17.21
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Medical | Meltblown
Mondi Starts Face Mask Production in Germany
Meltblown, mask line investments will allow company to make up to one million pieces per dayKaren McIntyre, editor 03.17.21
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Associations | China | Shows/Events
ANEX+SINCE to be Held in July
Nonwovens exhibitions will take place at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention CentreTara Olivo, associate editor 03.15.21
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Automotive and Transportation | Geotextile/Agrotextile
Puerko to Add Needlepunch Capacity Focusing on Geotextile Fabrics, Furniture
Andritz line will be located in PolandKaren McIntyre, editor 03.15.21
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Automotive and Transportation | Facilities/Capacity | Filtration
Bondex Adds Needlepunch Line in SC
Investment will meet demand for filtration and other industrial applicationsKaren McIntyre, editor 03.10.21
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Adult Incontinence
Ontex’s Smart Diapers Use Printed Sensors to Improve Adult Care
New solution helps increase the wellbeing of all affected by continence care, including patients, professional caregivers, institutions and familiesDavid Savastano, editor, Printed Electronics Now 03.10.21
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Wipes
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Shows/Events
Cinte Techtextil China to Hold Hybrid Exhibition in China
Visitors will be able to attend in person or online at June eventKaren McIntyre, editor 03.09.21
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Feminine Hygiene
Bostik Launches Stay In Place Technology for Pads
StayX withstands the twists and turns of normal wearKaren McIntyre, editor 03.09.21
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Face Masks in Asia
Increasing demand, fueled by pandemic and pollution concerns, lead to widespread investmentKaren Bitz-McIntyre, Editor 03.04.21
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Meltblown
Meltblown—Nonwovens' Golden Fleece
As demand spikes, producers embark on unprecedented rate of investment and expansionKaren McIntyre, Editor 03.04.21
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Feminine Hygiene
Adult Incontinence Products Industry Continues to Grow
New players, new product formats increase competition in the marketTara Olivo, Associate Editor 03.04.21
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Machinery and Equipment | Medical
Autefa Solutions Offers Fully Automated Line for Protective Mask Production
HiPerMask produces masks in accordance with the EU FFP2 and FFP3 standards as well as the U.S. N95 and N98 standardsTara Olivo, associate editor 03.04.21
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INDA Announces New Board Members
Seven industry leaders elected to boardTara Olivo, associate editor 03.04.21
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China | Mergers and Acquisitions
Mitsui to Sell Chinese Nonwovens Business
Foshan Nanhai Beautiful Nonwoven will acquire Mitsui Chemicals Nonwovens based in TianjinTara Olivo, associate editor 03.02.21
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Wipes
U.S. Nonwovens Rebrands as Radienz Living
Name change reflects diversity of companyKaren McIntyre, editor 03.01.21
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What You’re Reading on Nonwovens-Industry.com
News from Ontex was the most-viewed in February03.01.21
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Adhesive-Free Ultrasonic Elastic Attachment for Nonwovens
The system utilizes rotary ultrasonics to attach elastic to nonwovens without glue.
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Legal/Regulatory | North America
Non-Regulatory Face Mask Standard Approved
ASTM F3502 establishes design, labeling, fit and usage requirements for facial coveringsKaren McIntyre, editor 02.25.21
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Fibers
TruCotton Changes Name to Showcase Sustainability
Cotton brand formerly known as True Cotton is biodegradable and compostable02.23.21
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Associations | Shows/Events
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Carded/Carding | Market Data | Medical
Freedonia Releases Study on Carded Nonwovens
Nonwovens used in medical applications accounted for 9% of carded nonwovens sales in 201902.19.21
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Fibertex Nonwovens Announces Price Increases
Company says higher price levels of raw materials and freight led to the increases02.16.21
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Ultrasonics Fuel Mask Production
Emerson's Branson welding technology has been used in mask production02.11.21
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Wipes
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H.B. Fuller Promotes Kirsten Hedin
Named VP marketing for health, hygiene and consumable adhesives02.05.21
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A NATURAL FIBER SOLUTION
From sensitive skin to saving the seas
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EDANA Comments on U.K., EU Trade Agreement
U.K. remains second largest trade partner with EU02.04.21
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Facilities/Capacity | North America | Spunlace | Wipes
Berry Global to Invest $70M to Address Ongoing Wipes Shortage
New Spinlace line expected to start up in the March 2023 quarter02.04.21
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Meltblown
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News from Domtar was the most-viewed in January02.01.21
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Eastern Europe/Russia | Spunlace | Wipes
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Chemicals/Adhesives
Super Strong Inks Survive Tough Environments
Water-based ink is specially formulated for nonwovens01.18.21
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“Top Polymer Enterprise is a producer tpetex® fabrics, a full range of high quality PP-based nonwoven melt-blown fabrics
Facility is located in Liyang, China
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Mergers and Acquisitions
TFP Acquires PV3 Technologies
Purchase expands TFP’s portfolio of products for hydrogen technologies01.18.21
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Shemesh Automation Expands US Footprint With The Purchase of a New Facility in Green Bay, WI
The 43,055 square-foot site will be the flagship venue for Shemesh’s new US subsidiary, Shemesh USA Inc.
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Filtration | Market Data
Freedonia Tracks Filtration Market
Nonwovens demand for filtration applications is expected to climb 2.7% annually01.14.21
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Education | Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
The Nonwovens Institute to Host Virtual Spunbond and Meltblown Course
Course will be held in March01.14.21
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Chemicals/Adhesives | Contracts/Awards
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Machinery and Equipment
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Facilities/Capacity | Spunbond/Spunmelt
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Home Products
Precision Textiles IQFit Natural Line Earns Certification
UL GREENGUARD Gold label validates that the product line is low-emitting and supports healthy indoor environments01.11.21
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Meltblown
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Medical
Fitesa Develops Antiviral Line
Fitesa Shield AV inactivates 99% of Coronavirus in 15 minutes01.07.21
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Spunbond/Spunmelt
Spunbond Report Predicts Continued Growth
Research & Markets Study Reports 5% Growth Until 202501.07.21
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Diaper, Baby
Baby Diapers: A Changing Market
New brands, new marketing efforts have changed the way manufacturers speak to parentsKaren McIntyre, Editor 01.06.21
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Airlaid | Mergers and Acquisitions | North America
Glatfelter to Buy G-P's U.S. Operations
Deal includes large airlaid line in NC, pilot facility in TN01.06.21
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China | Medical | Middle East/North Africa | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Jofo Finalizes SAAF Acquisition
Chinese manufacturer buys 70% stake in Saudi nonwovens producer12.30.20
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Filtration | Wipes
Iris Ohyama to Expand Mask, Wipes Production
Japanese company to serve shortages felt in medical markets12.29.20
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Green/Sustainability
Fibertex PC Continues to Roll Out Circular Products
Company's complete nonwovens portfolio now available as certified ISCC Plus12.21.20
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Meltblown | Wipes
Nonwovens Industry’s Top 10 Breaking News Stories of 2020
Investment, acquisition news top this year’s most widely read storiesTara Olivo, Associate Editor 12.21.20
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China
Jofo Focuses on Expansion
A string of acquisitions, investments has transformed company into a global player12.17.20
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Facilities/Capacity | North America | Spunlace | Wipes
Jacob Holm to Expand Spunlace Capacity in Candler
Line targeting sustainable products expected to launch by December 202112.16.20
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Filtration
Dept. of Defense to Fund H&V Expansion
Grant will expand mask making capacity to 100 million12.15.20
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Market Data
2020: The Lost Year? Not for Nonwovens
Makers and users of nonwovens were busier than ever in the face of the Coronavirus this yearKaren McIntyre, Editor 12.11.20
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Automotive and Transportation
Nonwovens in Automotives
New mobility, sustainability create more opportunities for nonwovens producersTara Olivo, Associate Editor 12.11.20
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Absorbent Core | Hygiene Film/Components
Hygiene Suppliers Go Natural
Demand for safer ingredients, transparency guide innovation in a highly competitive marketKaren McIntyre, Editor 12.11.20
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Home Products
Ahlstrom-Munksjö Launches FibRoc Flooring
Portfolio includes solutions for heavy duty, cushion vinyl and luxury vinyl flooring, as well as for carpets and carpet tiles12.10.20
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Associations | Education | Wipes
Responsible Flushing Alliance Forms
Non-profit organization focused on public education to promote smart flushing habits12.10.20
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Market Data | Medical
Freedonia Study Tracks Medical Nonwovens
Covid-19 boosts healthcare and wipes nonwovens, hurts those used for durable goods12.10.20
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McFadden Promoted at Rush & Company
Appointed vice president of Nonwovens and Industrial Textiles12.09.20
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Associations
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Facilities/Capacity | North America | Spunbond/Spunmelt
PFNonwovens Adds Second Phase to PA Expansion Plan
Company scheduled to add lines in 2021 and 202212.04.20
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Facilities/Capacity
K-C to Invest $140 million in Corinth Nonwovens Site
New lines will develop products for absorbent products12.03.20
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Meltblown | Western Europe
Innovatec Starts Up Second Oerlikon Meltblown Line
Lines to supply face mask material locally in Germany12.03.20
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Market Data | North America
INDA Releases North American Nonwovens Industry Outlook Report
Provides analysis across end use markets through 202412.02.20
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Market Data | Spunlace | Wetlaid | Wipes
Smithers Report Tracks Market Boom for Nonwoven Wipes
Total market value will reach $20.63 billion in 202112.01.20
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Medical
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Chemicals/Adhesives
H.B. Fuller Launches Adhesive for Natural-Based Hygiene Products
Full Care 5885 is Eco Passport-certified11.30.20
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Medical | Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Nonwovens Institute Receives Grant
Nearly $400,000 grant will be used to investigate improving the properties of materials for masks and respirators11.23.20
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The New Mobility: Lightweighting with Nonwoven Technologies
Join us for a FREE Webinar - The New Mobility: Lightweighting with Nonwoven Technologies11.23.20
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Nonwoven Tech Expo (2nd Edition) : Global Virtual Expo on Nonwovens & Hygiene Technology
...11.23.20
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Machinery and Equipment
IHSAN Sons Partners with A Celli for Defect Control and Production Enhancement
Installs A.Celli’s Doctor Rewinder11.20.20
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Automotive and Transportation
Nonwovens Industry, Freudenberg Present Webinar
Online event will examine nonwovens’ role in the automotives segment11.19.20
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China | Mergers and Acquisitions
Soshio Industrial, Jofo Nonwovens Form Partnership
Deal adds contract manufacturing to Jofo's offerings11.19.20
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Facilities/Capacity | North America | Spunlace | Wipes
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Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Fitesa Adding 55,000 Tons Globally
Company increasing meltblown, spunmelt output in Brazil, U.S., Europe11.12.20
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50 Years of Nonwovens
In 1970 Disposable Soft Goods started covering a new industry focused on disposable markets. Today, the magazine, now known as Nonwovens Industry, continues toKaren McIntyre, Editor 11.12.20
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Home Products
Ahlstrom-Munksjö Introduces FibRoc Product Platform
Range will feature high performance solutions for durable applications11.12.20
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Shows/Events | Spunlace | Wetlaid | Wipes
Truetzschler, Voith Host Good Vibes Virtual Show
Sustainable and eco-friendly nonwovens for wipes is a major theme of the event11.10.20
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Medical
HanesBrands Surgical Face Mask Receives Authorization by U.S. FDA
Proprietary mask developed in conjunction with NC State's Nonwovens Institute, UNC at Chapel Hill and UNC Health11.10.20
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Green/Sustainability | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Fibertex PC Ships First Batch of ISCC Certified Nonwovens
Bio-based nonwovens available across company's portfolio11.10.20
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Mergers and Acquisitions | Needlepunch | North America
Jones Makes Acquisition
Sustainable nonwovens producer buys NH-based needlepuncher Rontex America11.09.20
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Contracts/Awards | Medical
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Meltblown | Turkey
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Feminine Hygiene
Callaly Secures Funding
Maker of Tampliner receives portion of Innovate UK’s Sustainable Innovation Fund11.04.20
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Lydall Reports Healthy Demand for Specialty Filtration Products
Net sales up 0.9% in the third quarter10.28.20
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Machinery and Equipment | Wipes
Oerlikon-Teknoweb Gains License to P&G Nonwovens Process
Phantom technology combines airlaid and spunmelt for new options in wipes10.23.20
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Facilities/Capacity | India | Spunbond/Spunmelt
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Wipes
Euro Wipes, Fibroline Form Partnership
Together companies will develop products that benefit from patented dry impregnation technologies10.16.20
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Wipes
Suominen Launches Plant-Based Wipe Substrate
Biolace Bamboo offers alternative to viscose, cotton10.15.20
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Contract Services | Facilities/Capacity
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Market Data | Medical
Smithers Tracks Market Boom for Medical Nonwovens
Data shows a 19.2% increase in demand due to Covid-19 pandemic10.14.20
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Facilities/Capacity | Middle East/North Africa | Spunbond/Spunmelt | Turkey
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Home Products
Precision Textiles Expands IQFit Line
All natural mattress sock is free of chemicals, irritants10.12.20
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Omya Receives Inaugural INDEX People's Prize
Omyafiber video received most likes on INDEX's Linkedin page10.08.20
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GDM Receives INDEX Innovation Award
Expandable Welding Wheel honored in machinery and equipment category10.08.20
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Facilities/Capacity | Meltblown
East Africa: Months Away From First Meltblown Line
African entrepreneurs are stepping up to make their contribution to Africa’s COVID preparedness and near-sourcing strategyRaymond Chimhandamba, Handas Consulting 10.08.20
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China
Chinese Nonwovens Outlook
As hygiene products continue to evolve in sophistication and design, nonwovens manufacturers continue to invest in new technologiesKaren McIntyre, Editor 10.08.20
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Wipes
Industrial & Institutional Wipes Report
Nonwovens producers prioritize production for wipes during pandemicTara Olivo, Associate Editor 10.08.20
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North America
Ahlstrom-Munksjö Enters Digital Printing Market
Wallstar Digital introduced in North America10.08.20
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China | Composite | Facilities/Capacity | Medical | Meltblown | Pacific Rim | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Berry to Add Another R5 Line in Nanhai
Asset will produce healthcare materials for the rapidly growing Southeast Asian market10.08.20
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Contracts/Awards | Shows/Events
EDANA Announces INDEX Innovation Award Winners
Companies honored across seven categories in virtual ceremony10.07.20
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Medical
Suominen and Partners Develop Face Masks with Verifiable Authenticity
Finnish nonwovens producer collaborates with Screentec Oy and TrueMed Oy10.07.20
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Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene | Wipes
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Allertex Announces Promotion
Jason Johnson named technical sales & business development director10.05.20
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Green/Sustainability
Berry's Biesheim, France, Facility Achieves ISCC Plus Certification
With certification Berry can produce nonwovens substituting a percentage part or 100% of the virgin resin with certified circular polymers10.02.20
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Green/Sustainability | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Sabic, Fibertex Personal Care Partner to Make Recycled Nonwoven
Fabrics made using recycled plastics from the Trucircle portfolio10.01.20
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Hygiene Film/Components
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Carded/Carding | Meltblown
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ExxonMobil Introduces High-Loft, Ultra-Soft Nonwovens for Hygiene
Blend is easily processed via spunbond09.28.20
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Freedonia Group Forecasts Nonwovens Growth
Hygiene expected to be the fastest growing segment09.22.20
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Chemicals/Adhesives
Nonwovens Insights: Bostik Is Smart Today, Even Smarter Tomorrow
Jeffrey Merkt discusses how adhesive specialist is staying in touch with its customers during the Coronavirus pandemic
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Pillar page: Flexo Printing Machine
Flexographic – abbreviated to flexo – printing, is a form of rotary printing in which quickdrying inks are transferred from flexible printing plates
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Facilities/Capacity | Pacific Rim
Oceancash to Double Nonwovens Capacity
Malaysian company adds capacity for three-ply mask material09.08.20
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Spunbond/Spunmelt
Fibertex Personal Care Announces Dual Investments
Company to add nonwovens line in Malaysia, expand printing capabilities in the U.S.09.08.20
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Facilities/Capacity | Filtration | Medical | Meltblown | North America
New U.S. Company to Manufacture Meltblown Nonwovens
American Elite PPE will begin production next month08.20.20
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Facilities/Capacity | Meltblown | Western Europe
Nonwovens Ibérica to Install Meltblown Line in Spain
Will have production capacity to make 1.5 billion face masks per year08.14.20
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Medical
Nonwovens on the Front Lines
Manufacturers respond to high demand for PPE materials around the globeTara Olivo, Associate Editor 08.05.20
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Medical | North America
Freudenberg, Nonwovens Institute Partner to Make Face Masks
Masks will be supplied to UNC system universities, NC government organizations and hospitals07.28.20
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Disposing Disposables—Nonwovens Get a Second Life
As nonwovens usage grows globally, finding new ways to create a circular lifecycle has become a top priority. Join us for a webinar on July 28 to learn more.07.09.20
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China | Machinery and Equipment
A.Celli Contributes to Chinese Project
Supplies winders, rewinders on side-by-side spunlace lines05.18.20
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Associations | Shows/Events
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Facilities/Capacity
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A.Celli Nonwovens General
more than nonwovens production line-up
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Facilities/Capacity | Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
PFNonwovens Approves Two Line Investments
Company will add R5 line in U.S., meltblown asset in Czech RepublicNonwovens Industry Staff 04.20.20
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Automotive and Transportation
Supreme Nonwovens Buys Automotive Trims Producer
Alliance with Futuris enhances group's OEM business03.03.20
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Diaper, Baby
Podcast: Natalia Richer of Diaper Testing International
Richer shares insights from a new diaper benchmark study.Nonwovens Industry Staff 12.11.19
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Hygiene Components Suppliers Adapt to Change
The supply chain evolves to meet new consumer demandsTara Olivo, Associate Editor 12.10.19
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Geotextile/Agrotextile
Thrace to Relocate U.S. Capacity
Move significantly reduces Thrace’s presence in the U.S. geotextile fabrics market12.05.19
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PF Nonwovens Makes IDEA Debut
Spunmelt manufacturer shows off product range, manufacturing scope03.27.19
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Market Data | Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Spunlaid Polypropylene Capacity and Demand Outlook 2018 - 2023
Industry in recovery mode after a five-year period of expansion.David J. Price, Partner, Price Hanna Consultants LLC 02.08.19
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Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Spunmelt Market Report
New machinery technology, acquisitions and new customer demands are changing things in this nonwovens segment.Karen McIntyre, Editor 02.08.19
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Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
PF Nonwovens—A Global Producer
Now one of the largest spunmelt manufacturers in the world, the Czech-based producer is not done growing02.05.19
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