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Wettable SMS material for personal protective equipment applications

US11229251B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 17, 2018
Grant dateJan 25, 2022
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Expiry dateJan 8, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD10B2509/00
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A wettable SMS material for personal protective equipment, such as a SMS fabric that has been treated to improve the wettability and absorbency properties of the SMS fabric is provided. A treated SMS fabric for personal protective equipment can retain its durability, breathability, and comfort, and may also provide the fabric with wettability and absorption properties. An article for personal protective equipment formed from a wettable SMS fabric is also provided.

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