INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has selected three products for their innovative use of nonwovens in consumer personal care products as finalists for its Visionary award that will be presented at Hygienix 2015, the premier event for absorbent hygiene & personal care markets, to be held from October 26 to 29, 2015 at the Vinoy Renaissance, in St. Petersburg, Florida.

The finalists include an adult incontinence product from Procter & Gamble, a diaper extender pad from Sienabena, LLC, and a leak-proof pouch for men by McAirlaid’s.

The INDA Visionary award recognises and rewards innovation in new consumer personal care products that use nonwoven fabrics in a way that expands the usage of nonwovens. Nominees were selected from various categories such as disposable diapers, feminine hygiene products, adult incontinence products, medical/wound care products, and personal care wipes, according to a press release.

The Always Discreet new pad uses airlaid technology creating a product that the company says is 40 per cent thinner than the leading competition, and absorbs twice the amount that most women need. Baby Backups, Sienabena, LLC’s diaper extender is made of superabsorbent materials and the wedge-shaped pad fits securely between the waistband of a diaper and the baby’s back. The X-Top Pouch for Men, by McAirlaid’s is a superabsorbent leak-proof pouch for drips, dribbles, and the light steady stream common after prostate surgery, or symptomatic of obesity, diabetes, or post traumatic stress disorder.

Dave Rousse, INDA president said, “The Visionary Award recognises new consumer products that expand the use of nonwovens and demonstrate uniqueness, novelty, and technical sophistication. The Visionary Award Finalist presentations will be one of the highlights at Hygienix as it makes its debut in Florida this fall, and attendees will be treated to some interesting, unique information on these three products.” (GK)