Berry Global Group has patented a nonwoven fabric with improved wiping and tactile properties. The fabric includes outer layers with blended staple fibers of polymer and elastomeric polyolefin, surrounding a core layer of cellulosic fibers. The layers are mechanically consolidated for enhanced performance. GlobalData’s report on Berry Global Group gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Berry Global Group, Extrusion-based additive manufacturing was a key innovation area identified from patents. Berry Global Group's grant share as of January 2024 was 56%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Nonwoven fabric with blended fibers for wiping with comfort
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A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11871883B2) discloses a nonwoven fabric designed for various applications. The fabric consists of a first nonwoven outer layer, a second nonwoven outer layer, and a core layer made of cellulosic fibers. The outer layers are composed of blended staple fibers containing a polymer and an elastomeric polyolefin, with different compositions for each layer. The layers are mechanically consolidated, and the total fiber content includes the blended fibers and cellulosic fibers.
Furthermore, the patent claims specify additional features such as the composition of the blended staple fibers, the inclusion of a liquid additive, the use of biopolymers like polylactic acid, and the potential application of the fabric as wipes with antimicrobial properties. The fabric's properties, including elongation at peak and method of consolidation through hydroentanglement, are also detailed in the claims. Overall, the patented nonwoven fabric offers a unique combination of materials and construction methods suitable for a range of uses, particularly in hygiene and cleaning products.
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