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Technical Absorbents' superabsorbent tech at Hygienix

14 Oct '19

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Technical Absorbents will showcase its washable superabsorbent fabric range at Hygienix –the premier event for absorbent hygiene and personal care markets – in November. The company has been developing superabsorbent SAF washable fabric technology. Reusable hygiene products are getting wide acceptance. For these, absorbency is a key performance requirement.

Hygienix - the annual four-day event in Texas - attracts global industry players.

“This will be the first time we have attended Hygienix but it is very timely,” explains product development director Dr. Mark Paterson. “We have been monitoring developments in the reusable hygiene space for some time and over the past couple of years it has definitely been gathering momentum. With this in mind, one of the main focuses of our R and D team has been designing washable fabrics that are suitable for feminine and light incontinence products.

SAF washable fabrics provide the same high levels of absorbency as disposable fabrics but can be washed and re-used. Once in a final fabric construction, studies have indicated modest absorbency loss of 20 per cent after 40 wash cycles.

“To withstand laundering, our fabrics must be positioned between two outer layers,” continues Paterson. “Outer layers can be selected as required to suit product design and functional requirement. However, it is useful for us to understand what a customer is looking to ultimately achieve so that we can offer as much information and guidance as possible during the trial and product development process.”

SAF washable fabrics range from 190 to 450 gsm and are a blend of SAF and other synthetic fibres. Anti-microbial, flame retardant and anti-odour finishes can also be added during the manufacturing process.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (SV)