Abstract: A disposable multi-purpose applicator or wipe designed to desorb and distribute a liquid while protecting persons using the applicator from contact with the liquid is disclosed. The wipe comprises (a) a first top layer of an absorbent material comprising at least one layer of non-woven material; (b) a second layer of liquid impermeable material underlying the first top layer, wherein the first top layer and second layer are joined together at their margins, or portions thereof, to form a peripheral seal, and (c) at least one liquid absorbed into the top layer. The applicator or wipe can be folded and the edges adhered in a peelable seal to enclose the absorbent layer(s) and the absorbed liquid in a liquid impermeable package comprised of the second layer of liquid impermeable material and the peelable seal. Also described are methods for preparing and using the applicator.

Abstract: Reclosable packaging systems are disclosed. The package construction comprises a single sheet or wrapper having a face panel extending between opposite sides and end edges, said sheet material being folded from opposite sides of the face panel into a tubular envelope shape and with longitudinal margins of the sheet material sealed into a seam opposite said face panel and extending between said end edges of the envelope, such that said seam is sealed at the edge to form a pilfer-proof seal and said seam comprises a zipper strip portion comprising reclosable separable fastener profiles aligned parallel to the sealed edge, and cross seals at said opposite end edges of the envelope. Also disclosed are methods and apparatus for forming, filling and sealing such packages. These packages can be used for packaging such products as disposable wipes and food products.