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Pants type product and method of making the same

US8007484B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 1, 2005
Grant dateAug 30, 2011
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Expiry dateApr 1, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F13/15804
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A pants type disposable undergarment is provided which is equipped with an elasticized side panel. The side panel is elasticized with elastic film. The elastic film is attached to a nonwoven layer. The elasticized nonwoven layer is then split into two sections. A portion of the elasticized nonwoven layer is then ultrasonically cut to the desired configuration. The elastic film does not traverse the crotch region. Also provided are methods for producing such disposable undergarments.

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