Woodhead Publishing Applications of Nonwovens in Technical Textiles (Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles)

The nonwoven fabrics industry is one of the fastest growing sectors of the textile business. Such fabrics have a broad spectrum of end uses, ranging from surgical garments to interior textiles. This book discusses the recent advances in the nonwoven industry and discusses the important range of technical nonwoven applications. Part 1 briefly discusses the fundamental principles of nonwoven fabrics, such as the formation of nonwovens. Part 2 provides useful examples of how nonwoven materials can be used in a variety of textile products, such as apparel and interior textiles. Key Features: focuses on the variety of technical nonwoven applications available and provides a comprehensive overview of both current developments and likely future trends; reviews the formulation of various types of nonwovens and examines the influence of fibre and fabric properties on nonwoven performance; provides a broad overview of non-woven applications in a variety of different areas from apparel to automotive interiors. Contents: Part 1 Fundamental principles of nonwovens: The formation of dry, wet, spun-laid and other types of nonwovens; The influence of fibre and fabric properties on nonwoven performance; Biodegradable materials for nonwovens. Part 2 Nonwoven applications: Flame retardant nonwovens; Nonwoven personal hygiene materials and products; Nonwovens for consumer and industrial wipes; Nonwovens in specialist and consumer apparel; Nonwoven textiles for residential and commercial interiors; The use of nonwovens as filtration materials; Nonwoven textiles in automotive interiors.