ABSTRACT
The nonwoven consumption of different product groups is shown in Figure 6.1. Wet laid nonwoven fabrics represent the major area of the nonwoven industry. The final products are made into a mixed bag of products including apparel, therapeutic packs and filters. Spunbonded nonwovens are strong and tough and are basically utilized for the manufacture of medical and hygiene items, automotive and furniture applications, and geotextile and construction markets. Carded nonwovens are produced using staple fibers which are carded, before heating and bonding (Pourdeyhimi 2010). The carded nonwovens are used for wipes, hygiene products and filters. Needled felts are manufactured by hooking and trapping fibers, which are then compressed to form the fabric. These fabrics are essentially utilized as a part of the furniture, filtering and automotive industries.
