Abstract: Nonwoven fabrics including a first outermost spunbond layer, a second outermost spunbond layer, and at least a first meltblown and/or melt-fibrillated layer disposed directly or indirectly between the first outermost spunbond layer and the second outermost spunbond layer. The first outermost spunbond layer comprises a first plurality of continuous fibers that are thermally fused and compacted against one another and define a microporous film on an outermost surface of the nonwoven fabric. The first plurality of continuous fibers comprises a first polymeric composition having a first melting point and the first meltblown layer and/or melt-fibrillated layer comprises a first plurality of meltblown fibers and/or melt-fibrillated fibers comprising a third polymeric composition having a third melting point, in which the first melting point is lower than the third melting point.

Abstract: Backsheets having a combination of desirable liquid barrier properties and air permeability are provided. The backsheets include outermost spunbond layers and two or more fine-fiber containing nonwoven layers.

Abstract: Metalized materials are provided, in which the metalized materials include (i) a substrate comprising a nonwoven, a film, or a combination thereof; (ii) a metal coating layer (MCL); and (iii) a transparent coating layer (TCL); wherein the MCL is located directly or indirectly between the substrate and the TCL. Peelable metalized materials are also provided, in which the peelable metalized materials include a metalized material and a removable carrier layer located directly adjacent to the TCL. Methods for making peelable metalized materials and metalized materials are also provided.

Abstract: A barrier fabric suitable as a backsheet for an underpad configured for a low air loss bed, in which the barrier fabric comprises a first nonwoven fabric including outermost spunbond layers and two or more fine-fiber containing nonwoven layers. Each of the nonwoven layers being treated with a non-fluorinated barrier coating (NFBC).

Abstract: The present application discloses a single sided hydrophilic nonwoven fabric with high tensile strength and a CSR wrap made therefrom, wherein the single sided hydrophilic nonwoven fabric has a spunbonded/meltblown/spunbonded (SMS) structure consisting of a top spunbonded layer, a middle meltblown layer and a bottom spunbonded layer, wherein one side of the nonwoven fabric is hydrophilic, and the other side of the nonwoven fabric is hydrophobic.

Abstract: Warming blankets are provided, in which the warming blankets include (i) a perspiration absorptive layer (PAL); (ii) a metal coating layer (MCL); and (iii) a transparent coating layer (TCL); wherein the MCL is located directly or indirectly between the PAL and the TCL. Methods of producing a warming blanket are also provided.

Abstract: Warming blankets are provided, in which the warming blankets include (i) a perspiration absorptive layer (PAL); (ii) a metal coating layer (MCL); and (iii) a thermal absorptive layer (TAL); wherein the MCL is located directly or indirectly between the PAL and the TAL. Methods of producing a warming blanket are also provided.

Abstract: Nonwoven fabrics including a first spunbond layer comprising a first plurality of crimped continuous fibers, a second spunbond layer comprising a second plurality of crimped continuous fibers, and a third spunbond layer comprising a third plurality of crimped continuous fibers, in which the second spunbond layer is located directly or indirectly between the first spunbond layer and the third spunbond layer is provided. The nonwoven fabrics may have a thickness (e.g., loftiness) of at least about 0.3 mm and hydrostatic head of at least about 15 mbar. Methods of manufacturing nonwoven fabrics and protective articles are also provided.

Abstract: Absorbent composite are provided that include a nonwoven top layer having hydrophilic fibers and an absorbent core directly or indirectly attached to the nonwoven top layer, the absorbent core comprising a plurality of layers including (i) at least one physically entangled nonwoven layer, and (ii) at least one bonded carded nonwoven layer and/or at least one thermal bonded high-loft nonwoven layer, in which the absorbent composite includes (i) a composite-rate of absorption of less than 8 seconds for a 5 ml liquid sample as determined by D824-94, and (ii) a composite-run-off value of less than 15% as determined by ISO 9073-11. The absorbent composites may include an optional film layer attached to the absorbent core layer.

Abstract: A barrier laminate suitable for use in the construction of chemically protective garments is provided. The barrier laminate includes a nonwoven layer bonded to a breathable microporous film layer. Methods of forming a barrier laminate are also provided.