Fastening member having bonded reinforcing layer
US9877880B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 9, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/2775
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fastening member having a reinforced region is disclosed. The fastening member may have a first layer formed of a nonwoven and a second layer at its reinforced region formed of either a polymeric film or another nonwoven, bonded to the first layer by a plurality of bond sites arranged in a pattern. The polymer(s) forming the fibers of the first layer and the polymer(s) forming the film or fibers of the second layer may be of like chemistry to enhance thermal bonding between the layers at the bond sites. The fastening member may be imparted with enhanced appearance and tear resistance attributes and may be suitable for use as a fastening member of a wearable article such as a disposable diaper.
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