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Flexible coform nonwoven web

US9260808B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 21, 2009
Grant dateFeb 16, 2016
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Expiry dateJul 19, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/68
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A flexible coform nonwoven web that contains a matrix of meltblown fibers and an absorbent material is provided. The meltblown fibers may constitute from about 2 wt % to about 40 wt % of the coform web. The absorbent material may constitute from about 60 wt % to about 98 wt % of the coform web. The Cup Crush Energy/Thickness ratio of the nonwoven structure is desirably less than about 600. The coform web may be imparted with a three-dimensional texture by, for example, using a three-dimensional forming surface. The coform web is suitable for forming absorbent articles such as wipers and personal care absorbent products.

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