Nonwovens

Metso Paper USA, Inc. is the international manufacturer of the Honeycomb Roll®; Thru-Air® Systems for drying, curing, and bonding for the nonwovens applications; and Vacuum transfer, tension, and porosity measuring rolls for the web processing industry.

Nonwovens Definition

Nonwoven fabrics are broadly defined as a sheet or web structure bonded together by entangling fiber or filaments mechanically, thermally or chemically. They are engineered to provide specific properties such as: absorbency, liquid repellency, resilience, stretch, softness, strength, flame retardancy, washability, cushioning, filtering, bacterial barrier and sterility.

Familiar products made with nonwovens
- disposable diapers
- synthetic leathers
- wipes
- fabric dryer-sheets
- clothing interlining
- carpet backing
- furniture upholstery
- filtration media
- roofing products
- tea bags
- sanitary napkins
- medical wraps and drapes
- automotive headliners & upholstery
- insulation and geotextiles