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Hygiene Film/Components
Poligof Expands Breathables Films Business for Hygiene
Company will add blown extrusion, flexographic press capabilities in Italy09.22.21
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Nonwoven Network to Install Ultrasonic Tea Packaging Machine
Machine can package 100 bags per minute09.21.21
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Wipes
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Hygiene Film/Components
Exten Installs an Innovative Lamination Line
Line will provide hot melt laminates as well as more sustainable glue-less laminates09.16.21
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Shows/Events | Wipes
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Speed. Automation. Efficiency.
Get it all with a complete wipes system.
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Flexible Wipes Production Lines
Run Single or Multiple Formats...Flat-Pack - Pouch - Canister - Pail
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Adult Incontinence
Parentgiving Expands Dry Direct Incontinence Product Line
Products are manufactured by Santex in Italy09.15.21
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Hyperion Materials & Technologies Acquires Precision Manufacturer
GLE Precision specializes in high-precision small parts, extreme surface finishes and tolerances09.10.21
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Precision Textiles Launches New Website
Enhancements include manufacturing capabilities, expanded product details and easier site navigation09.09.21
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Green/Sustainability | Wipes
Clorox Sets 2030 Science-Based Targets for Reducing Greenhouse Gases
Wipes maker commits to achieving net zero emissions by 205009.09.21
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INDA Announces RISE® Award Finalists
Potential winners include protective fabric, respirator, formaldehyde-free binder09.07.21
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Wipes
Scott 24 Maintains Surface Sanitation for 24 Hours
K-C Professional enters the surface care wet wipes market with an award-winning productKaren McIntyre, Editor 09.01.21
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Wipes
Wipes Makers Ditch Plastics
Legislative demands and changing consumer preferences have created a need for alternative raw materials in many wipes marketsKaren McIntyre, Editor 09.01.21
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Wipes
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Home Products
Ease Products Introduces Laundry Detergent Sheets
Nonwoven sheet made of regenerative plant fiber08.30.21
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Electronics | Machinery and Equipment
Optima Develops Fuel Cell Production Lines
Company provides machine solutions for all process stages involved in manufacturing membrane electrode assembly08.30.21
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Associations | Shows/Events
INDA Offers On-Demand World of Wipes Conference Program
Thirty-one speaker presentations available for purchase08.30.21
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Wipes
Real Simple, Clorox Introduce EPA Safer Choice Certified Cleaning Product Line
Collection includes compostable wipes08.26.21
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Geotextile/Agrotextile
Confidence Infrastructure Invests in Two Needlepunch Geotextile Fabric Lines
Lines will cater to increasing demand of geotextiles in Bangladesh and international markets08.26.21
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Wipes
PDI Healthcare Introduces Dual Access Lid on Sani-Cloth Products
Packaging design makes disinfection easier with more efficient wipe dispensing08.24.21
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Ping Hao Joins Superior Felt & Filtration at New Charlotte, NC, Office
Hao named technical nonwoven product manager08.19.21
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Feminine Hygiene
Always, Thrive Global Launch Period Tracker and Wellness App
By registering and engaging with the app, users can spark donations of period products08.19.21
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Fibers
Fiberpartner Launches Bico Biodegradable Low-Melt Fiber
PrimaLoft Bio fibers biodegrade by hydrodegradation08.19.21
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Wipes
Sani Professional Debuts Degreasing Multi-Surface Wipes in Softpack Format
New format reduces plastic packaging by more than 85%08.18.21
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Feminine Hygiene
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Medical | Meltblown | Mergers and Acquisitions | North America
Precision ADM Acquires Canadian Meltblown Nonwovens Producer
Roswell DHT and Precision will produce 100% compostable nonwoven fabrics for use in PPE08.16.21
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Product Improvement/Innovation | Wipes
LifeSavers: Personal Care Wipes Function as an Early Warning Device
Newly developed wipes detect abnormal glucose levels in urineTara Olivo, associate editor 08.13.21
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Wipes
Nice 'N Clean Offers Hand Sanitizing Wipes
New product contains 70% alcohol from plant-based sources08.12.21
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Green/Sustainability
Improving the Sustainability of Nonwoven Products in a Cost-Effective Way
Interest in greener alternatives is widespread around the globeRahul Bansal, Birla Cellulose 08.12.21
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Wipes
Executive Talks: K-C Scott 24 Wipes Offers 24 Hour Protection
Nonwovens expert borrows knowledge from baby wipes category to expand into surface protection market
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Legal/Regulatory | Medical
U.S. Senate Passage of Infrastructure Bill Guarantees Long-Term Contracts for Domestic PPE
NCTO worked with congressional allies to include a version of the Make PPE in America Act08.11.21
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Machinery and Equipment | Shows/Events
Andritz to Exhibit Nonwovens Production Technologies at Techtextil Russia
Company will highlight air-through bonding, needlepunch, spunlace, spunbond and other technologies08.10.21
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Legal/Regulatory | Wipes
Wipes Labeling Act Signed in Illinois
Bipartisan law that requires proper labeling on non-flushable wipes will go into effect on July 1, 202208.10.21
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Medical
Berry to Add Second Site In India
Investment focuses on healthcare, does not involve nonwovens08.09.21
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Filtration
H&V Selects Superior Felt & Filtration as Distributor for Trupor Membrane Media
SFF will distribute and convert Nylon grades08.09.21
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Meltblown
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Nonwovens in Food Packaging
Makers of food pads and beverage filtration focus on sustainabilityTara Olivo, Associate Editor 08.04.21
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Medical
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Apparel
Freudenberg Offers Workwear Range
Range includes highly efficient interlinings, tapes and thermal insulation materials for workwear and protective clothing08.03.21
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EDANA Runs Second Round of Pilot Audits
Operational improvements have been made to the program08.03.21
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Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
MAG HEPA-Grade Meltblown Targets Beauty and Medical Industry
Taiwanese company produces 100 tons of nonwovens per month08.02.21
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North America | Western Europe
EDANA, INDA Launch Industry Standards
Nonwovens standard procedures offer harmonized language for the U.S. and Europe08.02.21
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Facilities/Capacity | Western Europe
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RISE to be Held Virtually Next Month
Research-based conference to highlight a myriad of topics07.29.21
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Shows/Events | Wipes
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Wipes
eOn Disinfecting Wipes Launch
Disinfectant kills SARS-CoV-2 on hard non-porous surfaces in 30 seconds07.27.21
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Mergers and Acquisitions | Spunlace
Glatfelter to Buy Jacob Holm
Company will acquire four manufacturing facilities and six sales offices in the Americas, Europe and Asia07.22.21
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Machinery and Equipment
Maxcess Launches RotoMetrics RD300 NW D2 Solid Rotary Die
Tool specifically engineered for nonwoven applications including diapers, feminine care, wipes and medical/PPE materials07.22.21
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Wipes
Responsible Flushing Alliance Adds Board Members
Andritz and Dude Products join organization07.21.21
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Facilities/Capacity | Medical
Textilcord Begins Production of Surgical Masks in Luxembourg
Line will produce 20 million pieces per year07.20.21
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Wipes
Unicharm to Launch Organic Cotton Based Baby Wipe in Taiwan
Mamy Poko Premium Baby Wipes certified by Oeko-Tex and FSC Certification07.19.21
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Spunlace | Turkey
Eruslu Invests in Cotton Spunlace Production
New Truetszchler spunlace line offers increased flexibility07.16.21
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Associations | Contracts/Awards | Shows/Events | Wipes
Scott 24 Hour Sanitizing Wipes Wins WOW Innovation Award
Pre-saturated wipes quickly disinfect and maintain surface sanitization for 24 hours07.15.21
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Automotive and Transportation | Needlepunch
Autoneum Develops Latex-Free Needlepunch Carpets
Replacing latex with thermoplastic material improves the recyclability of automotive carpets at the end of product life07.15.21
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Wipes
Banana Products Offers Aktive Disinfecting Wipes
Wipes are being used to disinfect surfaces in schools07.15.21
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Machinery and Equipment | Meltblown | Shows/Events
Enka Tecnica to Present High-End Meltblown Components at ANEX/SINCE
Components are compatible with all globally installed lines07.14.21
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Green/Sustainability | Product Improvement/Innovation
Asahi Kasei's Bemliese Launches in North America
Sustainable nonwoven fabric sheet is made from cotton linter, tiny hair-like fibers on cotton seeds07.14.21
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Construction | Mergers and Acquisitions | Western Europe
Owens Corning Acquires Vliepa
German company specializes in the coating, printing and finishing of nonwovens, paper and film07.14.21
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Shark VacMop Features Multilayer Nonwoven Pad
All-in-one floor cleaning system competing for WOW Innovation Award07.14.21
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Lenzing Skin Fibers WOW Innovation Award Finalist
Fibers feature patented translucency technology07.14.21
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Machinery and Equipment | Meltblown | Shows/Events
Reifenhäuser Reicofil to Exhibit Solutions for Sustainable Nonwovens
Experts will discuss technology that can produce nonwovens from bio-based raw materials or recycled material at ANEX/SINCE07.14.21
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Wipes
Bausch + Lomb Launches Biotrue Micellar Eyelid Cleansing Wipes
Wipes gently cleanse and hydrate the eyelid area07.13.21
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Education | Feminine Hygiene
BAHP Launches Menstrual Product Ingredient Glossary
Association develops educational tool for consumers07.13.21
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Shemesh Launches a Trio of Innovations
Tools will allow customers to diversify and cope more effectively with market demands07.13.21
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Adult Incontinence | Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene | Hygiene Film/Components | Machinery and Equipment
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Green/Sustainability
Asahi Kasei’s Bemliese Nonwoven Earns OK Biodegradable Marine Certification
Cotton linter-based material can be used for applications such as sheet masks and hygiene products07.12.21
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Feminine Hygiene
Dollar General to Expand Healthcare Offering
Retailer to invest across several categories including feminine hygiene07.08.21
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Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene | Pacific Rim
Daio Paper Launches Medium Term Business Plan
Japanese hygiene specialist looks to expand its overseas businesses sharplyKaren McIntyre, editor 07.08.21
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Wipes
Wet Wipes Producers to Revise Labeling
consumer campaigns to raise awareness of correct disposal also planned07.08.21
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Nominations Open for IDEA Achievement Awards
Competition to recognize nonwovens innovation in six categories07.08.21
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Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Jofo Completes SAAF Purchase
Acquisition gives company first spunmelt operation outside of China07.08.21
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Wipes
Suominen Introduces Biolace Ultrasoft
Newest adddition to company's sustainable product portfolio07.07.21
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Wipes Conference to Focus on Plastics Debate
Updates on how U.S. states, EU countries will handle legislation07.07.21
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Legal/Regulatory | Wipes
Oregon to Require Do Not Flush Labeling on Wipes
House Bill 2344 requires wipes manufacturers to clearly label wipes that are not intended for disposal in the toilet07.07.21
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Wipes
WOW Conference Expected to Attract 400 Attendees
50 companies will exhibit products and services during two evening receptions07.07.21
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Associations | Shows/Events | Wipes
World of Wipes to Focus on Sustainability, Covid-19 Consumer Wipes Buying Trends
Event will be held next week in AtlantaTara Olivo, associate editor 07.07.21
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Wipes
Innovation Award To Be Presented at WOW
Companies to vie for honor at Atlanta conference in July07.06.21
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Adult Incontinence | Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene | Mergers and Acquisitions
Essity Finalizes Acquisition of Australian Hygiene Company Asaleo Care
Regional unit will be named Essity AustralAsia07.01.21
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Airlaid | Facilities/Capacity | Western Europe
Magic Srl Installs Airlaid Line in Italy
Line supplied by Campen can produce several types of thermal bonded airlaid products07.01.21
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Chemicals/Adhesives
Bostik Launches Sustainability and CSR Program ‘Responsibly for Hygiene’
Adhesives specialist aims to help hygiene producers expand their CSR and sustainability knowledge through webinars, podcasts, content and product launches06.30.21
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Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Avgol to Add Three Lines In Russia
Multi-tier investment includes R5, meltblown and lamination lines06.29.21
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Wipes
Murphy’s Naturals Releases Mosquito Repellent Wipes
Wipes are DEET free and infused with plant-based repellents06.28.21
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Machinery and Equipment | Medical | Meltblown
HCI Offers Slitting Machine for Medical Grade Meltblown
Slitting and rewinding speeds of up to 100 m/min increases production capacity06.28.21
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Wipes
Gojo Launches Purell Surface Wipes
Wipes don't require gloves, handwashing or rinsing after use06.25.21
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Electronics
Freudenberg Develops Battery Pack Liquid Absorbers
Absorbent nonwoven pads reliably capture and retain condensate and leaking coolants06.24.21
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Market Data
Smithers Releases Report on Nonwovens Supply Chain Disruptions
Study examines how Covid-19 has impacted the industry worldwide06.23.21
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Feminine Hygiene
SMI Hub, Callaly Partner to Discover Recyclable Materials for Fem Hy Products
Collaboration to use surplus materials for shellfish industries06.23.21
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Adult Incontinence | Mergers and Acquisitions
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Facilities/Capacity | Meltblown | Spunbond/Spunmelt
PFNonwovens Announces South African Expansion
$40 million investment will add 40 jobs, additional capacity to site06.22.21
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Machinery and Equipment
Valco Melton Offers New Solution for Applying Perfumes
Drops as small as 1mg per product can be applied06.22.21
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ELSNER, manufacturer of automated converting machinery, helps customers keep up with demands.
As a US-based company who has grown with the times, we are uniquely positioned in the marketplace to possess a broad view on manufacturing.
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Adult Incontinence | Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene | Machinery and Equipment
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Green/Sustainability | Medical
Fraunhofer, Sabic and P&G Partner on Closed-Loop Recycling Project
Pilot project aimed to demonstrate the feasibility of closed-loop recycling of single-use facemasks06.17.21
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Adult Incontinence
Ontex to Pilot Smart Diaper Program in EU
Orizon sensor technology to be tested in nursing homes06.17.21
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Associations | Shows/Events
EDANA Hosts Successful International Nonwovens Symposium
Nearly 200 industry professionals joined the virtual event06.14.21
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China | Facilities/Capacity | Spunlace | Wipes
Zhejiang Saintyear Orders Second Andritz Spunlace Line
Start-up scheduled for the third quarter of 202206.11.21
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Medical
Aegle Launches N95 Mask
NIOSH certified mask uses authentication and traceability technologyTara Olivo, associate editor 06.10.21
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Adult Incontinence
Essity Launches Tena Stylish Incontinence Underwear
Design offers protection against leaks, odor and wetnessTara Olivo, associate editor 06.07.21
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Green/Sustainability
Kimberly-Clark, RWDC Partner to Design Sustainable Alternatives to Traditional Plastics
K-C will use biotech innovator's PHA source material to develop products that are marine degradableTara Olivo, associate editor 06.07.21
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Facilities/Capacity | Filtration | Nanotechnology | North America
Matregenix Adds Nanofiber Production Line
New line is housed in the company's new manufacturing site in Irvine, CATara Olivo, associate editor 06.04.21
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Fibers
Nonwovens Go Natural
Anti-plastic directives and changing consumer tastes have opened up doors for cotton, viscose, hemp and other natural materialsKaren McIntyre, Editor 06.03.21
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Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene | Green/Sustainability
Natural Hygiene: Innovation Continues
Brands are putting their own spin on what makes an eco-friendly productTara Olivo, Associate Editor 06.03.21
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Wipes
Household Wipes Report
Manufacturers meet demand for disinfectant wipes following an exceptional year for the categoryTara Olivo, Associate Editor 06.03.21
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Meltblown
NowoTex to Add Oerlikon Meltblown Line
Line to make polypropylene filter nonwovens for face masksKaren McIntyre, editor 06.03.21
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Medical
Defender Safety, Premier Guard USA Partner to Expand PPE Manufacturing
Companies will produce procedure and surgical masks for over 100 hospitalsTara Olivo, associate editor 06.02.21
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What You’re Reading on Nonwovens-Industry.com
The most-viewed news on our site in MayTara Olivo, associate editor 06.01.21
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Filtration | Medical | Meltblown | Product Improvement/Innovation
KNH Launches HEPA Grade Meltblown
Nonwovens will supply the high-end filtration marketTara Olivo, associate editor 06.01.21
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South/Central America | Spunlace | Wipes
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Installation Made of Suominen Nonwovens on Display in Helsinki
The installation, called Geo Pilvi, uses biodegradable nonwovens made of cellulosic fibersTara Olivo, associate editor 05.27.21
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Emmebi Impianti Inks Multiple Deals in Spunlace
Demand for sustainability drives natural fiber handling solutionsTara Olivo, associate editor 05.26.21
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Wipes
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INDA Launches Updated Nonwoven Material Sampler
178-page publication contains 124 material swatchesKaren McIntyre, editor 05.25.21
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Airlaid | Machinery and Equipment
PulPac, Dan-Web Form Partnership
Companies develop standardized machinery for Dry Molded FiberTara Olivo, associate editor 05.25.21
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India | Shows/Events
Techtextil India Postponed
First hybrid edition moves to November 2021Tara Olivo, associate editor 05.24.21
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Joint Q+A: Defender Safety & Premier Guard USA
Teddy Haggerty of Defender Safety and Howard Sherman of Premier Guard USA share insights on the state of PPE manufacturing.
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Maxcess Acquires OneBox Vision
Vision inspection specialist will add to capabilitiesKaren McIntyre, editor 05.21.21
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Fibers
Bast Fibre Completes Series A Equity Financing
Financing will allow company to focus on the full-scale manufacturing and commercialization of natural bast fibers for nonwovensTara Olivo, associate editor 05.20.21
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Apparel | Green/Sustainability
Freudenberg Shoe Components Certified to GRS
Certification makes company an officially-confirmed supplier of sustainable shoe componentsTara Olivo, associate editor 05.20.21
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Mergers and Acquisitions | Wipes
Albaad Expands European Reach to Spain
Acquires Spanish wet wipes maker Optimal CareKaren McIntyre, editor 05.19.21
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Adult Incontinence | Chemicals/Adhesives | Product Improvement/Innovation
Henkel, Smartz Partner on Digital Adult Care Solutions
Companies develop digital health products enabled by printed electronicsTara Olivo, associate editor 05.18.21
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Medical
Alpha Technology Group Launched Antimicrobial
Alpha Protect can be integrated into wovens and nonwovens05.18.21
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China | Facilities/Capacity | Spunlace
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Absorbent Core | Airlaid | Facilities/Capacity | North America
Domtar to Expand Airlaid Business
Dan-Web line will be added to Jesup, GA-based EAM facilityTara Olivo, associate editor 05.17.21
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Facilities/Capacity
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Airlaid | Mergers and Acquisitions | North America
Glatfelter Completes Acquisition of G-P's U.S. Nonwovens Business
$175 million deal includes airlaid manufacturing operation in NC and nonwovens product development facility in TNTara Olivo, associate editor 05.14.21
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Medical | Meltblown | Western Europe
Dutch PPE Solutions Starts Meltblown Production
Joint venture between Royal DSM and VDL Groep makes Europe less dependent on supplies from overseasTara Olivo, associate editor 05.13.21
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Machinery and Equipment
Nordson Introduces Harmonized Dispensing Applicators for Absorbent Article Production
Applicator platform supports contact slot or non-contact spray applicationsTara Olivo, associate editor 05.12.21
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Green/Sustainability
Avgol and Algaeing Join Forces on Sustainable Algae-Powered Technology
Companies to initially focus on body liners for AHPs, facial coverings05.11.21
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Meltblown
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Associations | Shows/Events
EDANA Opens Up Registration for International Nonwovens Symposium
Virtual event will be held June 9-10Tara Olivo, associate editor 05.07.21
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Albarrie Invests in New Stenter Frame
Machinery brings improved quality and faster capabilities to company's production lineTara Olivo, associate editor 05.07.21
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Filtration | Medical | Nanotechnology
ORÅ Brands Launches Disposable Mask
ORÅ D1 mask features nanofiltration protectionTara Olivo, associate editor 05.06.21
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Facilities/Capacity | South Africa
Andritz Installs Stitchbonding Line in South Africa
Line supplied to Romatex will produce Maliwatt products used in a wide range of applicationsTara Olivo, associate editor 05.06.21
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Machinery and Equipment | Needlepunch | Shows/Events | Spunlace | Thermal Bonded
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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Antimicrobials | Product Improvement/Innovation | Spunbond/Spunmelt
Parx Materials Develops Antimicrobial Polypropylene Nonwoven
Applications include medical masks, protective gowns, diapers and other sanitary productsTara Olivo, associate editor 05.05.21
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Autefa Develops HiPerMask
Fully automated line makes respirator masks in line with EU and US standards
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Glatfelter Announces First Quarter Results
Airlaid Materials business reports lower sales, volumes05.04.21
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What You’re Reading on Nonwovens-Industry.com
News of the launch of Millie Moon diapers was the most-viewed in AprilTara Olivo, associate editor 04.30.21
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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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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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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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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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Wipes
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