Abstract: The invention relates to a fibrous structure comprising at least one mat of discontinuous thermoplastic fibers partially bound together, wherein said fibers can be dyed and are transferred to one or more backup fabric structures so as to create a resistant binding between the layers while maintaining a continuous felt-like surface appearance of the assembly thus obtained. This structure can produce in a continuous manner. Upon the application of appropriate pressure and temperature, the structure provides composite materials that do not require any additional surface-finishing process.

Abstract: Flexible, substantially dry, disposable article suitable as a personal care article for cleansing and conditioning skin, sanitizing and disinfecting hard surfaces, methods of manufacturing and using the same wherein the article comprises: first, a water insoluble flexible nonwoven thermoplastic outer layer having an outer and inner surface; a core layer possessing low density, high absorbency, and high stretch capacity, containing a treatment composition adapted for cleaning, sanitizing or disinfecting hard surfaces or for personal cleansing and conditioning and a second water insoluble flexible nonwoven thermoplastic layer having an outer and inner surface positioned so its inner surface is opposite the inner surface of the first layer; the core layer having been mechanically through-bonded by needling to and between the first and second layers so as to form a unified article having pin dot perforations of an average pore opening size of less than about 300 microns and preferably less than 100 microns in dia

Abstract: A dishwashing cleaning wipe comprising a water insoluble substrate wherein the water insoluble substrate is impregnated with a cleaning composition.

Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a multi layer needlepunched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.

Abstract: Flexible, substantially dry, disposable article suitable as a personal care article for cleaning and conditioning skin, sanitizing and disinfecting hard surfaces, methods of manufacturing and using the same wherein the article comprises: a first water insoluble flexible nonwoven thermoplastic outer layer having an outer and inner surface; a core layer containing a treatment composition adapted for cleaning, sanitizing or disinfecting hard surfaces or for personal cleaning and conditioning and a second water insoluble flexible nonwoven thermoplastic layer having an outer and inner surface positioned so its inner surface is opposite the inner surface of the first layer; the core layer having been mechanically bonded by needling to and between the first and second layers so as to form a unified article having pin dot perforations of an average pore opening size of less than 300 microns and preferably less than 100 microns in diameter formed by the needling extending through all three of said layers.

Abstract: A laminated insole (2) for a footwear has an upper layer (4) of a resilient foam material having an outline (6) shaped for incorporation in the footwear, and a bottom layer of a fibrous mat (10) and having a shape conforming with the outline (6) of the upper layer (4). The fibrous mat (10) includes a multiplicity of fibers (12), a number of which penetrate the foam material of the upper layer (4) for bonding the bottom layer (10) to the upper layer (4), and a stiffening portion (14) for providing stiffness to the insole (2). Preferably, each of the fibers (12) of those penetrating the foam material (4) emerges from the outer surface (16) thereof and thereby provides a pilosity (17) thereon. The laminated product (2) is suitable for use as an insole as well as a slip-in insole in any footwear. It takes advantage of the resilient properties of the foam, the stiffness and thermoformability of the fibrous mat and the comfort provided by the pilosity covering the upper layer of foam.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for controlling and preventing the growth of plant roots using a water-permeable, non-woven fabric made of synthetic fibers coated or otherwise impregnated with a water-insoluble polymeric binder in which is dispersed a water-insoluble inorganic copper compound in an amount effective to stop root growth. The polymeric binder is bound to the fabric and retains and confines the copper compound to the fabric. The coated fabric is used to stop or prevent the growth of undesirable rootlets or radicles which come in contact thereto.