Abstract: The present invention relates to thermoplastic compositions for making a liquid impermeable moisture vapor permeable layer by coating the composition onto a substrate. The thermoplastic compositions comprise preferred thermoplastic polymers and suitable hydrophilic plasticizers that also enhance the moisture vapor permeability of films or layers made from the thermoplastic compositions. The layers made from the thermoplastic compositions of the present invention can find a variety of applications wherein moisture vapor permeability is desirable, such as within absorbent articles for example diapers, sanitary napkins, panty liners and incontinence products, and also protective bedding covers, protective clothing and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to shape-formed three dimensional articles which are moisture vapour permeable and liquid impermeable and comprise liquid impermeable formed structures having an enhanced moisture vapour permeability and comprising thermoplastic compositions having a higher processability. The shape-formed three dimensional articles of the present invention can find a variety of applications wherein moisture vapour permeability combined with liquid imperviousness are desirable.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a disposable mattress cover which is moisture vapour permeable and liquid impermeable and comprises an improved liquid impermeable formed structure having an enhanced moisture vapour permeability and comprising preferred thermoplastic compositions which can provide a better stability of the mattress cover in use. The disposable mattress cover of the present invention can find a variety of applications wherein moisture vapour permeability combined with liquid imperviousness are desirable, combined with stability in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a disposable mattress cover assembly for the formation of a protective cover capable of completely encasing a mattress. The disposable mattress cover assembly comprises a first and a second layer that are combined together by means of cooperating joining means in order to form the protective mattress cover. The disposable mattress cover assembly of the present invention can find a variety of applications wherein moisture vapour permeability combined with liquid imperviousness are desirable, combined with easy of use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to absorbent article such as sanitary napkins and panty liners comprising a topsheet, absorbent core, and backsheet which are breathable by the incorporation of a breathable backsheet and have a reduced tendency to exhibit garment wet through. The backsheet comprises at least one air permeable layer such as an apertured formed film or fibrous layer which is applied and preferably coated with a non-soluble, liquid swellabe material, such as polyvinyl alcohol. Upon contact with fluid discharge, the material swells and closes the apertures of the layer, thereby reducing air permeability and preventing the passage of liquid through the layer and thus through the backsheet onto the garment of the wearer of the article.

Abstract: Anti-microbic copolymers and derivatives thereof are used in methods for controlling odor in hygienic articles. The copolymers comprise at least two different ethylenically unsaturated monomers.

Abstract: A web (110) including a fibrous material and superabsorbent material is fed to a knife (120). The web (110) has a first surface, a second surface, a first side edge and a second side edge. The knife (120) cuts the web (110) into individual absorbent members having a pair of opposing cut ends. The individual absorbent members have a first surface, a second surface, a first side edge, a second side edge, a first end edge and a second end edge, with the first and second end edges corresponding to the cut ends. A flowable superabsorbent movement obstruction agent (122) is applied to the cut ends.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical adhesives used for the attachment of articles to the skin. The topical adhesive provides secure attachment and is pleasing to the skin upon application, yet causes no discomfort and a low level of adhesive residue on the skin upon removal. The topical adhesive is selected to have rheological characteristics determined by the relationship between the elastic modulus G′ and the viscous modulus G″.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical adhesives used for the attachment of articles to the skin. The topical adhesive provides secure attachment and is pleasing to the skin upon application, yet causes no discomfort and a low level of adhesive residue on the skin upon removal. The topical adhesive is selected to have rheological characteristics determined by the relationship between the elastic modulus G′ and the viscous modulus G″.

Abstract: The invention is a disposable absorbent article for topical adhesive attachment to a wearer. The article has a wearer facing surface and a garment facing surface and comprises an absorbent core. The article comprises an adhesive on at least the wearer facing surface. The adhesive has a dynamic elastic behaviour so that the difference between G′37 at a frequency of 1 rad/sec and G′37 at a frequency of 100 rad/sec is not greater than 150% of G′37 at a frequency of 1 rad/sec. The adhesive has a dynamic viscous behavior so that the difference between G″37 at a frequency of 1 rad/sec and G″37 at a frequency of 100 rad/sec is not greater than 10,000 Pa. The ratio G′37 over G″37 in the frequency range 1-100 rad/s is greater or equal to 3.3.

Abstract: A process for manufacturing individual layered structures and the structures themselves. A continuous layered structure is provided. The continuous layered structure has designated cutting regions and includes a particulate material between the layers. At least one of the layers is permeable to liquids. A thermoplastic material in liquid state is applied to the continuous layered structure over at least part of the designated cutting regions to provide the designated cutting regions with a joining means. The thermoplastic material is made of natural or synthetic polymers, or mixtures thereof. The thermoplastic material has a softening point, as measured according to the ASTM Method E 28-67, lower than 120° C.; a viscosity at 130° C. lower than 0.05 Pa.s; and a temperature range in which the viscosity changes between 0.05 Pa.s and 0.35 Pa.s which is greater than 5° C. The thermoplastic material is allowed to set.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination of a substrate with combinations for attachment to the skin. In particular the present invention relates to a combination of a substrate which can be employed for attachment to the skin of articles such as protective articles, clothing, prosthesis, heat wraps, pads, and/or packs, cold wraps hearing, protective face masks, ornamental articles or eye wear, or also of functional articles such as cosmetic or pharmaceutical delivery articles that provide a substance to the skin. The combination provides secure attachment and is pleasing to the skin upon application, yet causes no discomfort upon removal. This is achieved by selecting the chemical composition and heological characteristics of the combinations and the physical characteristics of the substrate on which the combination is applied.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination of a substrate with topical adhesives for attachment to the skin. In particular the present invention relates to a combination of a substrate with a topical adhesive which can be employed for attachment to the skin in the area where absorption of bodily liquids is desired. The combination provides secure attachment and is pleasing to the skin upon application, yet causes no discomfort upon removal. This is achieved by selecting the chemical composition and rheological characteristics of the topical adhesives and the physical characteristics of the substrate on which the topical adhesive is applied.

Abstract: The present invention relates to breathable absorbent articles particularly sanitary napkins, panty liners, adult incontinence products or sweat pads. In particular, the present invention relates to such breathable absorbent articles which are worn by direct attachment to the skin of the wearer in the area where absorption of bodily liquids is desired.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical adhesives for attachment to the skin. In particular the present invention relates to such topical adhesives which can be employed for attachment to the skin of articles such as protective articles, clothing, prosthesis, heat wraps, pads, and/or packs, e.g. for topical relief of pain or simply to provide warmth, cold wraps hearing aids, protective face masks, ornamental articles or eye wear, but excluding absorbent articles, or also of functional articles such as cosmetic or pharmaceutical delivery articles that provide a substance to the skin, decorative cosmetics or cleaning articles. The topical adhesive provides secure attachment and is pleasing to the skin upon application, yet causes no discomfort upon removal. This is achieved by selecting the characteristics of the topical adhesives, particularly the viscous modulus G″ in combination with the thickness C of the topical adhesive layer in which the adhesive is provided for attachment to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to disposable absorbent articles, particularly sanitary napkins, pantiliners, adult incontinence products, or baby diapers. In particular the present invention relates to such disposable absorbent articles with side cuffs which are maintained in their in-use position by direct attachment to the skin of the wearer. The topical adhesive attachment of such side cuffs needs to be secure and pleasing upon application and during use of such articles, yet cause no discomfort upon removal of the article. This is achieved by the present invention selecting the rheological characteristics of adhesives for such articles.

Abstract: Disclosed are flexible plastic tapes each having at least one rounded edge, a method for forming the rounded edge by the application of heat, and an absorbent article provided with such tapes. The edges are rounded to reduce their sharpness in order to reduce the risk of irritation or injury to a wearer of the absorbent article and/or to any person coming into contact with the tapes. The tapes have a thickness not greater than that at which the edge would be sharp if it were not rounded. The tapes are relatively stiff and formed from a plastic material such as polypropylene or polypropylene copolymer.

Abstract: The invention provides a water-based adhesive composition comprising a blend of adhesive polymers in an aqueous system, characterized in that the blend of adhesive polymers is: 20-60% by weight of an acrylic polymer having a polarity balance expressed as water absorption according to DIN 53495 of 3 to 20%; and correspondingly 40-80% by weight of a compatible tackifying resin having a degree of hydrophobicity measured as the contact angle between a dried film of the resin and a drop of distilled water of not less than 60.degree.; the percentages being based on the total of acrylic polymer plus tackifying resin expressed as dry solids. The composition shows good bond retention when wet and can be used for bonding polar substrates such as cellulose and non-polar substrates such as polyolefin. When used to bond a water absorbing substrate such as cellulose, the adhesive should have a viscosity of 200 mPas or less.