Nonwoven materials providing for low runoff and methods of making the same are provided. Such nonwoven materials can be absorbent and include a three-dimensional pattern on one or more surfaces thereof. Such materials can be airlaid and can include multiple layers, comprised of cellulose fibers and synthetic fibers. The nonwoven material can have a percent runoff of less than about 5%.
A61F 13/537 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators characterised by the absorbing medium having an inhomogeneous composition through the thickness of the pad characterised by a layer facilitating or inhibiting flow in one direction or plane, e.g. a wicking layer
B32B 5/14 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by a layer differing constitutionally or physically in different parts, e.g. denser near its faces
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
B32B 3/30 - Layered products essentially comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar form; Layered products essentially having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
D04H 1/732 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by fluid current, e.g. air-lay
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DISPERSIBLE NONWOVEN MATERIALS INCLUDING CMC-BASED BINDERS
Nonwoven materials having at least one layer comprising cellulose fibers, synthetic fibers, or combinations thereof are provided. Such nonwoven materials are at least partially covered on their surface with a binder including carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and a metallic salt, the binder having a pH of from about 4.3 to about 4.5. Nonwoven materials including such binder provide for increased wet strength and dispersibility and are suitable for use in a variety of applications, including wipes.
D04H 1/587 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives characterised by the bonding agents used
D04H 1/64 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives the bonding agent being applied in wet state, e.g. chemical agents in dispersions or solutions
Nonwoven materials having low dust or lint content and methods of making the same are provided. Such nonwoven materials can include cellulose fibers pre-treated with a plasticizer or include the addition of plasticizer during the process of forming the material.
Nonwoven materials providing for low runoff and methods of making the same are provided. Such nonwoven materials can be absorbent and include a three-dimensional pattern on one or more surfaces thereof. Such materials can be airlaid and can include multiple layers, comprised of cellulose fibers and synthetic fibers. The nonwoven material can have a percent runoff of less than about 5%.
A61F 13/537 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators characterised by the absorbing medium having an inhomogeneous composition through the thickness of the pad characterised by a layer facilitating or inhibiting flow in one direction or plane, e.g. a wicking layer
D04H 1/4374 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties characterised by the use of certain kinds of fibres insofar as this use has no preponderant influence on the consolidation of the fleece using different kinds of webs, e.g. by layering webs
D04H 1/4382 - Stretched reticular film fibres; Composite fibres; Mixed fibres; Ultrafine fibres; Fibres for artificial leather
D04H 1/488 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties the fleeces or layers being consolidated by mechanical means, e.g. by rolling by needling or like operations to cause entanglement of fibres in combination with at least one other method of consolidation in combination with bonding agents
D04H 1/541 - Composite fibres e.g. sheath-core, sea-island or side-by-side; Mixed fibres
D04H 1/732 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by fluid current, e.g. air-lay
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
A nonwoven fabric comprising a fiber web in an amount of 85-99.99 wt.%, and a cured natural binder in an amount of 0.01-15 wt.%; wherein the fiber web comprises natural fibers and synthetic fibers; wherein natural fibers are present in the nonwoven fabric in an amount of 70-90 wt.%; wherein synthetic fibers are present in the nonwoven fabric in an amount of from 10-30 wt.%; wherein the cured natural binder comprises modified cellulose and a strengthening agent in a weight ratio of strengthening agent to modified cellulose of 1:2 to 1:1,000, wherein modified cellulose comprises CMC and/or sodium CMC, wherein the strengthening agent comprises a crosslinking agent and/or a wet strength agent, wherein the crosslinking agent comprises a carboxylic acid having two or more carboxyl groups, and wherein the wet strength agent comprises a reactive functional group selected from the group consisting of halide, chloride, fluoride, hydroxyl, and combinations thereof.
D04H 1/587 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives characterised by the bonding agents used
D04H 1/64 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives the bonding agent being applied in wet state, e.g. chemical agents in dispersions or solutions
Nonwoven materials having at least one layer comprising cellulose fibers are provided. The nonwoven materials comprise bonded natural cellulosic fibers having high capillary action. The nonwoven materials are suitable for use in a variety of applications, including absorbent products and pre-moistened cleaning materials with metered release of liquid.
D04H 1/732 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by fluid current, e.g. air-lay
D04H 1/4374 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties characterised by the use of certain kinds of fibres insofar as this use has no preponderant influence on the consolidation of the fleece using different kinds of webs, e.g. by layering webs
D04H 1/541 - Composite fibres e.g. sheath-core, sea-island or side-by-side; Mixed fibres
D04H 1/559 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by welding together the fibres, e.g. by partially melting or dissolving the fibres being within layered webs
D04H 1/593 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives to layered webs
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
A61F 13/15 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators
A61F 13/49 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators characterised by the shape specially adapted to be worn around the waist, e.g. diapers, nappies
A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
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NONWOVEN MATERIAL WITH HIGH CORE BICOMPONENT FIBERS
Nonwoven materials having at least one layer comprising high core bicomponent fibers are provided. The nonwoven materials can have multiple layers and are suitable for use in a variety of applications, including in absorbent products. Such nonwoven materials can be patterned to create a three-dimensional topography including indentations formed of valleys and ridges. The nonwoven materials can have improved resiliency and strength and can retain their structure under wetted conditions and after tension and compression. The nonwoven materials can further facilitate the transfer of the liquid through the nonwoven material for improved liquid distribution and can also have improved liquid retention properties.
D04H 1/732 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by fluid current, e.g. air-lay
D04H 1/541 - Composite fibres e.g. sheath-core, sea-island or side-by-side; Mixed fibres
A61F 13/537 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators characterised by the absorbing medium having an inhomogeneous composition through the thickness of the pad characterised by a layer facilitating or inhibiting flow in one direction or plane, e.g. a wicking layer
8.
MODIFIED CELLULOSE-BASED NATURAL BINDER FOR NONWOVEN FABRICS
Aqueous cellulosic binder comprising modified cellulose (carboxymethylcellulose and/or sodium carboxymethylcellulose), water, and optionally binder modifier (crosslinking agent and/or wet strength agent); with a weight ratio of watermodified cellulose of 99.9:0.1 to 1,000:500, with a weight ratio of binder modifier:modified cellulose of 1:2 to 1 : 1,000; wherein crosslinking agent comprises carboxylic acid having two or more carboxyl groups; and wherein wet strength agent comprises a reactive functional group (halide, chloride, fluoride, hydroxyl). A method of making aqueous cellulosic binder comprising contacting modified cellulose with water to form modified cellulose solution; and optionally contacting modified cellulose solution with binder modifier to form aqueous cellulosic binder. A nonwoven fabric comprising fiber web (85-99.9wt.%); and cured cellulosic binder (0.1-15wt.%). An article formed from the nonwoven fabric. A method of making nonwoven fabric comprising forming fiber web; contacting web with aqueous cellulosic binder to form binder impregnated fiber web; and curing to form the nonwoven fabric.
A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
D04H 1/587 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives characterised by the bonding agents used
D04H 1/64 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives the bonding agent being applied in wet state, e.g. chemical agents in dispersions or solutions
Air filtration media including synthetic and cellulose fiber layers are provided. More particularly, the air filtration media have high initial efficiency with improved durability, fire retardance, anti-microbial activity, and moisture resistance. The air filtration media can be used in air filters for a variety of applications.
Nonwoven materials having at least one layer comprising high core bicomponent fibers are provided. The nonwoven materials can have multiple layers and are suitable for use in a variety of applications, including in absorbent products. The nonwoven materials can have improved resiliency and strength and can retain their structure under wetted conditions and after tension and compression.
D04H 1/70 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres
D01F 8/06 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the like; Manufacture thereof from synthetic polymers with at least one polyolefin as constituent
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to multi-layer unitary absorbent structures and their use in absorbent articles. More particularly, the presently disclosed subject matter relates to unitary layered structures having a particular fibrous content that have improved fluid acquisition and retention characteristics.
A61F 13/53 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators characterised by the absorbing medium
D21H 27/00 - Special paper not otherwise provided for, e.g. made by multi-step processes
Nonwoven materials having at least one layer are provided, as well as their use in cleaning articles. More particularly, the nonwoven materials can comprise modified cellulose fibers. The modified cellulose fibers can repel a sanitizing agent, such as a quaternary ammonium compound, from the surface of the nonwoven material. The nonwoven material including modified cellulose fibers can also have improved antimicrobial properties. The modified cellulose fibers can contain aluminum that is fixed to the fibers such that it does not leach when the nonwoven materials are stored in a liquid environment.
Nonwoven materials having at least one layer are provided, as well as their use in cleaning articles. More particularly, the nonwoven materials can include a rough outer surface useful for scrubbing purposes. Alternatively or additionally, the nonwoven materials can include a carrier composition including a binder and a blocking agent. The carrier composition can repel a sanitizing agent, such as a quaternary ammonium compound, from the surface of the nonwoven material.
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
Nonwoven materials having at least one layer are provided, as well as their use in cleaning articles. More particularly, the nonwoven materials can include a carrier composition including a binder and a blocking agent. The carrier composition can repel a sanitizing agent, such as a quaternary ammonium compound, from the surface of the nonwoven material in order to facilitate the release of the sanitizing agent from the surface of the nonwoven material.
A chitosan-latex binder comprising chitosan and latex binder in a weight ratio of chitosan to latex binder of from about 1:10 to about 1:15,000. A method of making a chitosan-latex binder, the method comprising (a) contacting chitosan with an acidic solution to form a chitosan solution, and (b) contacting at least a portion of the chitosan solution with a latex binder to form the chitosan-latex binder, wherein the chitosan-latex binder is characterized by a chitosan to latex binder weight ratio of from about 1:10 to about 1:15,000.
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to nonwoven materials and their use in cleaning articles. More particularly, the nonwovens are layered structures including a rough outer surface which are useful for scrubbing and cleaning purposes.
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
B32B 7/02 - Physical, chemical or physicochemical properties
D04H 1/48 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties the fleeces or layers being consolidated by mechanical means, e.g. by rolling by needling or like operations to cause entanglement of fibres in combination with at least one other method of consolidation
C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to multi-layer nonwoven materials and their use in absorbent articles. More particularly, the presently disclosed subject matter relates to layered structures that have high absorbency performance while having less absorbent mass than other commercially available materials.
A61F 13/537 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators characterised by the absorbing medium having an inhomogeneous composition through the thickness of the pad characterised by a layer facilitating or inhibiting flow in one direction or plane, e.g. a wicking layer
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 5/24 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
(1) Non-woven wood pulp sold together with synthetic fiber fabric in bulk form to be used as an absorbent in feminine personal hygiene products, incontinent products, diapers and wipes; hand towels and pre-moistened towels.
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Non-woven cellulose based material for use in manufacture of personal care products and wipes. Non-woven cellulose based material for use in manufacture of personal care products and wipes.
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Acoustic and thermal insulation for transport vehicles,
namely, automobiles, trucks, airplanes and ships; acoustic
and thermal insulation for construction, building materials
and interior spaces; acoustic and thermal insulation for
appliances, namely, refrigerators, freezers, washers and
vending machines.
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Acoustic and thermal insulation for transport vehicles, namely, automobiles, trucks, airplane and ships; acoustic and thermal insulation for construction, building materials and interior spaces; acoustic and thermal insulation for appliances, namely, refrigerators, freezers, washers and vending machines, not including thermoplastic sheets.
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not
included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding
material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery
or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes;
typewriters and office requisites (except furniture);
instructional and teaching material (except apparatus);
plastic materials for packaging (not included in other
classes); printers' type; printing blocks. Rubber, gutta-percha, gum, asbestos, mica and goods made
from these materials and not included in other classes;
plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture, packing,
stopping and insulating materials; flexible pipes, not of
metal. Transport; packaging and storage of goods; travel
arrangement.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
Goods & Services
Non-woven materials consisting of cotton cellulose and non-woven materials consisting of blends of cotton cellulose along with one or more of the following: wood cellulose, synthetic fibers and super-absorbent polymers.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
(1) Cushioning and padding for packaging, made of paper; cellulose based air-laid paper for hygiene products; wrapping, sacks, bags and boxes made of paper or plastic; cellulose based air-laid paper material for moistened towels; cellulose based air-laid paper material for disposable wet wipes; cellulose based air-laid paper material for napkins, towels, table settings and bed covers; photographs; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; paint brushes; typewriters; playing cards; printers' type; printing blocks; non-woven textile fabric, cellulose based non-woven textile fabric.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
Goods & Services
non-woven wood pulp sold together with synthetic fiber fabric in bulk form to be used as an absorbent in feminine personal hygiene products, incontinent products, diapers and wipes towels and premoistened towels
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes, artists materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); playing cards; printers' type; printing blocks. Textiles and textile goods, not included in other classes; bed and table covers.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
(1) Non-woven pulp and/or synthetic fiber fabric sold in bulk form to be used as an absorbent in feminine personal hygiene products, incontinent products, diapers, wipes, towels and premoistened towels.
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
24 - Textiles and textile goods
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
27 - Floor and wall coverings
30 - Basic staples, tea, coffee, baked goods and confectionery
Goods & Services
(1) Disposable medical and hygiene products of paper, in particular pre-injection swabs, wash-mittens, towels, protection sheets, swabs, X-ray sheets, incontinence pads, tear-off rolls, plastic coated draw sheets and washing gloves, first-aid blanket, protective cover; paper, cardboard and goods made of these materials in particular, sheets, pillow-cases, baby's undersheet, wipes both in the form of folded sheets and rolls (for use in industry, household and hospitals), make-up removal pads, cleaning cloth, towels, sauna bench towels, baby's bib, headrest cover, bathroom mat, spectacles cloth, handkerchief, apron, washing glove, table settings of paper, such as tablecloths and napkins; stationery; paper clothing also to be used in hospitals such as, aprons, hair covers.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
(1) Unbleached pulp and/or unbleached recycled paper and products made therefrom, namely paper towels, bathroom tissue, industrial paper wipes and towel and tissue dispensers.
