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Green/Sustainability

Ecovadis in the Nonwovens Industry: Ratings & Methodology

What is Ecovadis and why does it matter for companies in the nonwovens industry? Here's an overview of the sustainability rating and how it may help CSR goals.

Charlie Sternberg, contributing editor 12.05.22

Thermal Bonded

What Are Thermal Bonded Nonwovens?

The materials are found in a range of applications from acquisition-distribution layers in baby diapers to home insulation

10.06.22

Feminine Hygiene

A New Day for Hygiene

Reusable products continue to offer a more sustainable option for consumers and category growth for manufacturers

08.01.22

Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene

Hygiene Product Startups Gain Investors

Investments will help expansion of newcomers in period care and baby care

Tara Olivo, associate editor 06.30.22

Hempitecture to Establish First Hemp Insulation Designated Facility in the U.S.

Idaho-based company will begin nonwovens production this fall

Tara Olivo, associate editor 06.16.22

Apparel | Green/Sustainability

Vegeto Turns Milkweed Fibers into Nonwovens

Canadian company develops plant-based alternative for thermal insulation applications

Tara Olivo, associate editor 05.17.22

OPENLab: The place to share. Sustainable steps towards the future.

With its four sites in Europe and the U.S., IMA Group’s OPENLab has analyzed over 3800 packaging structures and tested over 400 materials since 2017

05.12.22

Wipes

U.K. Retailers Vow to Stop Selling Plastic-Based Wipes

As U.K. retailers focus on banning sales of plastic-based wipes, industry continues to urge labeling, testing and consumer education

Karen McIntyre, editor 05.05.22

China

Chinese Nonwovens Output Continues to Increase

Despite decrease from surge in 2020, double-digit increases continue in the country

05.03.22

Feminine Hygiene | Green/Sustainability

Rif care Launches Hemp-Based Period Products

Plant-based pads are 100% biodegradable

Tara Olivo, associate editor 04.27.22

Automotive and Transportation

Asahi Kasei Releases Results of Automotive Interior Survey

Car users answered questions regarding car purchasing behavior, understanding of automotive sustainability and preferences for the automotive interior

04.06.22

Diaper, Baby

Sumo Offers Fully Biodegradable, Reusable Diaper

Core design uses a mix of needlepunch and thermal bonding technology to ensure absorbency and launderability

Karen McIntyre, editor 04.05.22

How Much Protection Does Your Face Mask Offer?

Mask regulations, amended qualifications during COVID-19 and the rise of fraudulent products on today’s markets are just some of the issues facing this market

Jeffrey R. Nelson, Kate J. Corr, Paul S. Huish 02.11.22

Adult Incontinence | Diaper, Baby | Feminine Hygiene

Ontex Strengthens Focus on Partner Brands, Healthcare

New Ontex plan will center activities in North America, Europe

12.22.21

Nonwovens Industry’s Top 10 Feature Articles of 2021

Masks, hygiene products and meltblown nonwovens among the hottest topics of the year

12.21.21

Nonwovens Industry’s Top 10 Breaking News Stories of 2021

Investments, acquisitions and new product news top this year’s most widely read stories

12.21.21

Feminine Hygiene | Green/Sustainability

Menstrual Renaissance: Hemp-Based Feminine Care Brands Develop Products to Help Curb Climate Change

Pads, pantyliners and tampons, made with hemp fiber, are free of toxins, plastics, hormone disrupters and fragrances

Lianna Albrizio, assistant editor 12.13.21

Geotextile/Agrotextile

Investments and Acquisitions Transform Geotextiles Market

Geotextile fabric applications in civil engineering and infrastructure projects like roads & drainage systems as well as erosion control are predicted to rise.

10.08.21