Chapter 1: Fibers for Nonwovens
Fiber Classifications and Definitions
by Wayne Lochmaier, Eastman Chemical Company
The Cotton Fiber Process and Fiber Characteristics
by H. Charles Allen, Jr., Cotton Incorporated
The Rayon Fibre Process and Fibre Characteristics
by Courtaulds Research U.K.
The Polyester Fiber Process and Fiber Characteristics
by Sandra S. Arulf, Fiber Industries (Wellman, Inc.)
Bicomponent Fibers
by David J. Morgan, Hoechst Celanese Corporation
Direct Process Nonwovens: Forming Webs During
Fiber Spinning
by John F. Reed, 3M Company
Developments in Peek Fibers - Opportunities in
High Tech Applications
by Bruce McIntosh, ICI Fibres
Superabsorbent Fibers
by Theodore F. Cooke, TRI/Princeton
Differentiating Superabsorbent Fibers
by Paul J. Akers, Courtaulds Fibres & Allied Colloids Ltd.
New Developments in Bicomponent Fibers
by Barrie L. Davies, Hoechst Celanese Corporation
Bicomponent Fibers Worldwide
by Randall E. Bouchillon, Hoechst Celanese Corporation
A New Viscose Rayon Fibre for Nonwovens
by Dr. Andrew G. Wilkes, Courtaulds Research
Utilization of Glass Fibers in Nonwoven Fabrics
by R.E. Brandon, R.S. Dale, K.A. Householder, Owens-Corning Fiberglas Corporation
Fiber Classifications and Definitions
by Wayne Lochmaier, Eastman Chemical Company
Chapter 2: Nonfibrous Materials
Fiber Spin Finish Technology
by Mark Powers, ICI Americas
Acrylics and Acrylic Copolymer Materials
by Benjamin Jubilee, National Starch & Chemical Company
Styrene Butadiene Latex Polymers for Nonwovens
Applications
by Martin M. Williams and Ken R. Rose, Unocal Polymers
Vinyl Copolymer Materials
by Bernard M. Koltisko, Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
Processing Aids for Resin Bonded Nonwoven Webs
by Michele F. Mlynar and Edward J. Sweeney, Rohm and Haas Company
Product Enhancers
by John E. Riedel, 3M Company
Low Formaldehyde Nonwoven Binders
by Ronald Pangrazi, National Starch & Chemical Company
Nonwoven Applications for Polyvinyl Alcohol
by Joel E. Goldstein and Bernard M. Koltisko, Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
New Fluorochemicals for Protective Clothing
by Del R. Thompson, John C. Clark and Davis H. Crater, 3M Company
A New Class of Fire Retarding Latexes for Nonwovens
by A.F. Blam and R.A. Poletti, The B.F. Goodrich Company
The Effect of Various Silicone Finishes on the
Tactile & Physical Properties of Nonwoven Substrates
by A.J. Sabia and G.A. Policello, Union Carbide Corporation
Rheology Modification of Coatings for Converting
Nonwoven Fabrics
by Charles E. Cluthe and William E. deVry, Rohm and Haas Company
Design of Acrylic Resin Binders for Medical Nonwoven
Applications
by R.A. Gill, J.J. Latimer and B.J. Schultz, Rohm and Haas Company
Chapter 3: Characterization
Computer Aided Design of Nonwoven Fabrics
by Frank K. Ko and Christopher M. Pastore, Fibrous Materials Research Center,
Drexel University
A Monte Carlo Simulation to Predict Tensile Properties
of Nonwoven Fabrics
by B.J. Hostetter and R.J. Fezza, Hercules Incorporate
A Novel Method to Determine the Binder Level in
Nonwoven Webs
by Lee-Pei H. Chou, Bruce Andrews and Ricky Brewer, Elk Corporation
Rationale and Design of Environmentally Degradable
Nonwovens
by Ramani Narayan, Michigan Biotechnology Institute & Michigan State University
Melt Blown Microfiber Characterization
by Hassan Bodaghi, Biosciences Laboratory, 3M Company
Mechanical and Structural Properties of Melt-Blown
Fibers
by Gregory Straeffer and B.C. Goswami, Clemson University
Neither Woven Nor Knit: A New System for Classifying
Textiles
by S.K. Batra, S.P. Hersh, R.S. Barker, D.R. Buchaan, B.S. Gupta, T.W. George
and M.H. Mohamed, North Carolina State University, NCRC
Melt Blown Processing and Characterization of
Fluoropolymer Resins
by Larry C. Wadsworth, TANDEC, The University of Tennessee and Joseph P. Fagan,
Ausimont USA, Inc.
Chapter 4: Web Formation
Nonwoven Web Forming - Fiber Overview
by John E. Riedel, 3M Company
Dry Lay Web Forming
by David L. Nelson, 3M Company
Fiber to Web Process - Wet Lay
by Peter J. Angelini, International Paper
Resin to Web Process - Spunbond
by Ronald L. Smorada, Reemay, Inc.
Resin to Web Process - Meltblown
by Milo Johnston, James River Corporation (Fiberweb North America)
Nonwoven Web Forming - Fiber Overview
by John E. Riedel, 3M Company
Chapter 5: Web Bonding
Structural Properties of Needlefelts
by Roy B, Parker, Tex-Tech Industries
Spunlace Processes Worldwide
by Peter N. Britton, Johnson & Johnson Corporation
Chemical Non-Woven Web Bonding
by Richard H. Johnson, 3M Company
Methods, Materials and Products of Thermal Bonding
by Randall J. Rogers, Veratec, Inc.
Innovative Adhesive Application Systems: From
Simplicity to Complexity
by Scott A. Mercer, ITW Dynatec
Effect of Production Variables on Properties of
Ultrasonically Bonded Nonwovens
by Hassan M. Behery, Clemson University and Jon P. Rust, North Carolina State
University
Foaming Equipment for Nonwovens
by David E. Stark and George F. Suhr, Reichhold Chemicals, Inc.
Needlepunching: Past, Present and Future
by John H. Foster, Foster Needle Company
Chapter 6: Web Enhancement
Chemical Treatments for Comfortable Barrier Fabrics
by Walter E. Shortmann, Veratec, Inc.
Extrusion Coating and Lamination of Nonwovens
by Thomas R. Ryle, Clopay Corporation
Dyeing of Nonwovens
by J.K. Vandermaas, Hoechst Celanese Corporation and J.R. Aspland, Clemson University
Double-Sided Printing, Finishing and Coating with
the Screen-to-Screen Technology
by H. Van Ettekoven and J. Wind, Stork Brabant, n.v.
Electrostatic and Mechanical Fiber Coating
by Arnold Kaija, Microfibres
Mechanical Finishing
by Grace Mathews, Consultant
Compressive Treatment Technology
by William C. Goodchild, Micrex Corporation
Chapter 7: Evaluation Methods
Fiber Length - Fiber Surface Area Relationships
in Wet-Laid Polyester Nonwovens
by Larry L. Kinn and Zoltan Mate, International Paper Company
Evaluation of Nonwoven Fabrics with the KES Testing
Equipment
by Frank Scardino, Philadelphia College of Textiles and Sciences
Visualizing Structure in Nonwovens
by Linda J. McMeekin, Chicopee research (Johnson & Johnson Worldwide Absorbent
Products & Materials-Research Division
The Application of Image Analysis within the Nonwovens
Industry
by Keith Humphrey and Graham Moore, PIRA Paper and Board Research Group
Structure and Properties of Carded Glass Composites
by Frank K. Ko, Mary P. Williams, Christopher Pastore and James Carey, Drexel
University
The Balance of Strength and Softness in Saturation-Bonded
Polyester Nonwovens Used for Interlinings
by David G. Kelly, Rohm and Haas Company
Chapter 8: Converting
Processes
Converting Process Overview & Slitting Processes
by John E. Riedel, 3M Company
Personal Hygiene and Consumer Products
by Mark J. Calliari, Paper Converting Machine Company
Challenges and Opportunities for Designing and
Manufacturing Molded and Needled Automotive Products
by James Aimone, Clark-Cutler, McDermott Company, Inc.
Converting Processes for Protective Apparel/Devices
by Jeffrey O. Stull, Consultant
Converting and Product Development Considerations
for Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Coated Products
by William L. Hansen, 3M Medical Division
Appendix
Protecting Nonwoven Creativity: The Importance
of Patents
by Thomas F. Gilmore, North Carolina State University, NCRC
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