Abstract: This material is remarkable in that it is made by weaving or knitting, in such a manner as to form a structure comprising two superposed faces (1, 2) intermittently interconnected to each other so as to form pockets, and in which:

Abstract: An antimicrobial composite which comprises a first, liquid-permeable layer and a second layer arranged on the first layer. An antimicrobial metal in elemental form is present between the first and second layers and substantially no antimicrobial metal in elemental form is present on exterior surfaces of the composite. This abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: The invention provides an antimicrobial and antiviral polymeric material formed from a polymeric component selected from the group consisting of a polyamide, a polyester, an acrylic and a polyalkylene, and mixtures thereof, said material being in the form of a fiber or a yarn and comprising a single antimicrobial and antiviral agent consisting essentially of microscopic water insoluble particles of ionic copper oxides in powder form, embedded directly in said component, with a portion of said particles being exposed and protruding from surfaces thereof, which particles release Cu++.

Abstract: The present invention provides nano-porous fibers and protein membrane compositions. In certain embodiments, continuous fiber compositions are provided having nanometer sized diameters and surface pores. In another embodiment, a protein membrane composition is provided comprising a protein; and a polymer, wherein the protein and the polymer are electrospun to form a protein membrane composition. In certain instance, the protein is covalently bound to the fiber.

Abstract: Polypropylene fibers and devices that include a fatty acid monoglyceride added to the polypropylene as a melt additive are described. A hydrophilic enhancer material can be advantageously added to the polypropylene as a melt additive to enhance the hydrophilicity of the fibers and devices. An antimicrobial enhancer material can be added to the fibers to enhance the antimicrobial activity.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hemostatic wound dressing that utilizes a fibrous, fabric substrate made from a biocompatible polymer and containing a first wound-contacting surface and a second surface opposing the first surface, the fabric having flexibility, strength and porosity effective for use as a hemostat; and further having a porous, polymeric matrix distributed at least on the first surface and through the fabric, the porous, polymeric matrix being made of a biodegradable biocompatible, water-soluble or water-swellable aldehyde-oxidized polysaccharide.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an article for preventing pests from gaining entrance to a building structure. The article comprises a length of fibrous fabric and a plurality of adhesive strips. The fabric is designed for adhesive attachment to a dwelling or building structure adjacent points of entry and the adhesive strips are designed for adhesively attaching the fabric in snug adjacency to the outfitted building structure. The fabric is impregnated with at least one pesticide composition and has outwardly extending fibers for entangling the legs of pests attempting to gain entrance to the building structure by maneuvering across the fabric to points of entry. These outwardly extending fibers thus directly deposit pesticide composition on the pests for preventing them from gaining entrance to the building structure. Importantly, the fabric is brilliantly colored or has highly light reflective coloration for attracting the pests to the pesticide-impregnated fabric for contact treatment.

Abstract: An absorbent swimwear garment having an antimicrobial agent based on hydantoin chemistry for the purpose of eliminating or reducing the level of bacteria in swim water. During initial product use, the absorbent swimwear garment is able to contain urine and bowel movements, similar to ordinary diapers and training pants. When the swimwear garment is submersed in swim water, particularly chlorinated or brominated water, the antimicrobial agent is stabilized and is thereby able to eliminate E. coli and other fecal bacteria from the swim water.

Abstract: Absorbable polyester fibers, braids, and surgical meshes with prolonged strength retention have been developed. These devices are preferably derived from biocompatible copolymers or homopolymers of 4-hydroxybutyrate. These devices provide a wider range of in vivo strength retention properties than are currently available, and could offer additional benefits such as anti-adhesion properties, reduced risks of infection or other post-operative problems resulting from absorption and eventual elimination of the device, and competitive cost. The devices may also be particularly suitable for use in pediatric populations where their absorption should not hinder growth, and provide in all patient populations wound healing with long-term mechanical stability. The devices may additionally be combined with autologous, allogenic and/or xenogenic tissues to provide implants with improved mechanical, biological and handling properties.

Abstract: A multi-surface anti-bacterial protective device for preventing transferring of bacteria from one person to another. The multi-surface anti-bacterial protective device includes a multi-layered material capable of being rolled up and also being capable of being severed into multi-layered pieces of material and also being adapted to fastenably cover a surface such as a light switch plate and a door knob; and also includes an anti-bacterial solution being disposed in the multi-layered material.

Abstract: Durable antimicrobial treatments for textile fabrics are provided. Such treatments preferably comprise silver ions, particularly as constituents of inorganic metal salts or zeolites. This particular treatment requires the presence of a resin binder, either as a silver-ion overcoat or as a component of a dye bath mixture admixed with the silver-ion antimicrobial compound. Such a treatment is extremely durable on such substrates; after a substantial number of standard launderings and dryings, the treatment does not wear away in any appreciable amount and thus the substrate retains its antimicrobial activity. The particular treatment method, as well as the treated textile fabrics are also encompassed within this invention.

Abstract: A floor cleaning wipe comprising a water insoluble substrate which is impregnated with a floor cleaning composition.

Abstract: An antibacterial cloth having an antibacterial imparting glass composition complexed therewith. The glass composition comprises 0.1-5.0% by weight of Ag2O in a composition containing 45-67 mol % of P2O5, 5-20 mol % of Al2O3, 1-22 mol % of one or ore selected from MgO, CaO and ZnO, and 1-20 mol % of B2O3. An antibacterial fiber contains the antibacterial imparting glass composition in a ratio of 0.1-2.5%.

Abstract: A floor cleaning wipe comprising a water insoluble substrate which is impregnated with a floor cleaning composition.

Abstract: A personal care absorbent article, such as a sanitary pad or napkin, wound dressing, and the like having an absorbent material treated with a fluid treatment agent, which fluid treatment agent causes red blood cells in a blood-containing fluid to agglomerate or lyse as the fluid passes into and/or through the absorbent article. In accordance with one preferred embodiment, the absorbent material is a porous nonwoven web material.

Abstract: This invention relates to a disposable wash cloth. The disposable wash cloth includes an aqueous solution incorporated onto a basehseet. The aqueous solution includes a fragrance, at least one mild surfactant, at least one moisturizer, and at least one preservative. The disposable wash cloth is capable of being heated to a select temperature at least twice while maintaining chemical stability.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for making an infection-preventive fabric article which is suitable for a non-invasive or topical usage as a medical treatment fabric, or as a health care product, or as a protective appliance. The method of manufacture applies broadly to any and all non-woven and woven fabrics including any and all cloths, gauzes, and/or films comprised in whole or in part of fibrous matter matrices or of discrete fibers; and provides prophylactic and protective antimicrobial/anti-fungal articles for use in a wide range and variety of biomedical, environmental, and safety-hazard applications.

Abstract: Flooring that utilizes sophisticated, self-stabilizing, woven face fabric using relatively heavy “carpet weight” nylon, polyester, PTT or other yarns on modern Jacquard computer controlled looms to produce flat-weave fabrics that are bonded to engineered backing structures. Urethane modified bitumen may be used as a backing layer, and an optional latex precoat may be used on the fabric layer, together with an optional antimicrobial in the precoat.

Abstract: A fungi resistant asphalt is combined with a base sheet to form a fungi resistant asphalt containing sheet material. Typically, the base sheet is a fibrous base sheet that, by itself, may or may not be fungi resistant. The fungi resistant asphalt is at least partially absorbed by the base sheet to form the fungi resistant asphalt containing sheet material and typically forms one or both major surfaces of the fungi resistant asphalt containing sheet material.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological cloth, comprising a water-insoluble nonwoven material, which is moistened with a cosmetic or dermatological impregnating solution comprising an oil-in-water emulsions having a viscosity of less than 2000 mPa.s and comprising one or more partially neutralized glyceride esters selected from the group consisting of monoglyceride and diglyceride esters of saturated fatty acids with citric acid and one or more fatty alcohols selected from the group consisting of branched and unbranched ethyl alcohols with 12 to 40 carbon atoms.

Abstract: A cleansing implement including: a first outer layer; a second outer layer; and an inner layer disposed and retained between the outer layers, wherein at least one of the outer layers is water permeable, and the inner layer includes means for expanding the implement to at least about 1.5 times its original height is disclosed.

Abstract: A use-dependent indicator system for detecting the exhaustion of an active chemical within an absorbent article is provided. The indicator system includes at least one dye component and a polymer mixture. The dye component(s) can be non-reactive and/or reactive dyes. The polymer mixture can contain a polymer, such as a latex adhesive, to facilitate control over the dissolution rate of the dye component(s). By controlling the dissolution rate of the dye component(s), an indicator system of the present invention can impart a change in color to signal the exhaustion of an active chemical incorporated within the absorbent article, such as an anti-microbial agent.

Abstract: The method for hair care includes the steps of washing hair, rinsing the hair, drying the hair with a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) towel, and adding conditioner to the hair. The use of a PVA towel to dry the hair reduces the amount of a hair conditioner required to condition a person's hair, such as a customer's hair in a hair salon. The apparatus for hair care is a hair treatment kit which contains at least a container of hair conditioner and a polyvinyl alcohol towel, and may optionally include a container of shampoo.

Abstract: A dry, disposable cleansing implement including: an inner layer; and an outer exfoliating layer, wherein the outer layer substantially surrounds the inner layer, the inner layer is impregnated with a cleansing composition, and the inner layer and outer layer are held together by securing means is disclosed.

Abstract: A composition comprising a non-volatile silicone fluid in admixture with fumed silica, a volatile diluent and a silicone elastomer.

Abstract: A base textile with a camouflage pattern is subjected to hot fluid streams to create flat regions and puckered or wrinkled regions, enhancing the three dimensional characteristics of the resulting material.

Abstract: A substrate includes a flexible substantially planar sheet of at least one layer. The layer has a front side and a back side with a donning agent associated with at least one side of the sheet. The donning agent is transferable from the sheet to an object or individual apart from the sheet.

Abstract: An inexpensive and disposable, highly absorbent pad for placement on a floor surface, directly in front of a urinal, for absorbing fluid not deposited within the confines of the urinal which would otherwise drip on the floor. Fluid absorbed by the pad is prevented from reaching the underlying floor thereby eliminating the problems associated with fluids being deposited on the floor. The pad includes a normally concealed incorporates a normally concealed, flexible, thin plastic disposal container connected to a pad removal member. The disposal container is stored in a normally concealed location, preferably beneath the pad, and automatically deploys and envelops the pad when a force is exerted on the removal member during the pad removal process.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward antimicrobial absorbable and non-absorbable fibrous and tubular medical devices comprising synthetic polymers and one or more antimicrobial agent molecularly dispersed within the surface to allow the continuous release of said agent or agents under simulated physiologic conditions for at least one week.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bioactive fiber product that, as a bioactively effective constituent, contains only one polyester fiber, which is largely or exclusively made of a polyester having links, which are condensed therewith and which contain phosphorous. The bioactive fiber products are suited for all textile products for which antibacterial, fungicidal, acaricidal and similar effects are sought.

Abstract: This invention is directed towards fibers of fabric or other fibrous substrates coated with amine-containing polymers. These polymers impart durable anti-microbial activity, renewable control of certain odors, and the capacity to bind certain materials to the substrate surface.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to surface functionalized fabrics, particularly those based on non-woven polypropylene, wherein the functional groups are capable of binding antimicrobial agents through ionic conjugation to control their release and prolong their antimicrobial activity. The invention also deals with Nylon 6 fabric that is complexed with iodine to control its release and to achieve prolonged antimicrobial activities. Similarly, polypropylene and cellulosic fabrics grafted with N-vinylpyrrolidone are disclosed. The N-vinylpyrrolidone can also complex with iodine to control its release and provide antimicrobial activity over desired periods of time.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions, devices, and methods for maintaining or improving the integrity of body passageways following surgery, such as at a graft site, or injury. Delivery devices including one or more therapeutic agents and a mesh are described. Representative examples of therapeutic agents include microtubule stabilizing agents, anti-angiogenic factors, inhibitors of smooth muscle cell growth or proliferation, non-steroidal anti-inflammaory drugs, and other factors useful preventing and/or reducing a proliferative biological response that may obstruct or hinder the optimal functioning of the passageway or cavity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a substantially dry, disposable personal care article containing a substantially dry, disposable, multilayered personal care article suitable for cleansing, the article contains a water insoluble substrate containing a batting layer comprising a composite material; a nonwoven layer which is disposed adjacent to said batting layer; and a cleansing component disposed adjacent to said water insoluble substrate, wherein said component contains from about 10% to about 1000%, by weight of the water insoluble substrate, of a lathering surfactant.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an aqueous polymeric binder composition that is useful in improving the wet strength of pre-moistened wipes. The binder composition comprises a blend or mixture of two components. One component is a water dispersible polymer capable of binding together the fibers composing a nonwoven web. The other component is an aqueous solution or dispersion of a polymer comprised predominantly of self-crosslinking monomer(s).

Abstract: A nonwoven fabric treated with an alkyl polyglycoside surfactant solution results in a heterogeneous system having antibacterial activity when in contact with an aqueous source of bacteria. The antibacterial activity imparted to the nonwoven fabric renders the nonwoven fabric useful in a wide variety of absorbent products, such as personal care products and medical absorbent products, which are typically exposed to aqueous sources of bacteria. Furthermore, the alkyl plyglycoside surfactant is virtually non-irritating and non-sensitizing to human skin.

Abstract: A textile substrate is provided which is coated with a film comprising iron (III) oxide hydroxide and aluminum oxide hydroxide. This film or coating is formed by contacting the textile substrate with an aqueous solution comprising ferrous or ferric salts and aluminum salts. The iron (II), iron (III), and aluminum ions are hydrolyzed and the iron (II) ions are also oxidized under controlled conditions. These hydrolyzed species then, it is believed, coprecipitate or copolymerized to on the textile surface to form a smooth, coherent, substantially amorphous iron (III) oxide/aluminum oxide hydroxide film or coating on the surface of the substrate without forming an insoluble iron (III) or aluminum hydroxide precipitate in the solution. This is accomplished by controlling the reaction conditions such that the rates of adsorption onto the substrate surface of both iron (III) and aluminum oxide hydroxides are greater than the rates of formation of said same oxide hydroxide particles.

Abstract: A fiber sheet composed of knitted, woven, or non-woven fiber, which is resistant against contamination, and such contamination is easily washed off, and is durable, and suitable for use as materials to make curtains, tapestries, screens, flags, wallpaper, and sliding screen door(fusuma), for both indoor and outdoor environments. The fiber sheet is coated on its both sides of the fiber by ceramics composed of oxidized, nitrogenous, or carbonized forms of metals such as tin, titanium, aluminum, and other metals, forming a thin contamination resistant coating.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a nonwoven anti-microbial hard surface wipe, and more specifically to an anti-microbial hard surface wipe that more readily releases a disinfectant or anti-microbial agent.

Abstract: A textile article having flame resistant properties includes a plurality of inherently flame resistant polyester fibers formed into a fabric, and a finish on the fabric including a cyclic phosphonate flame retardant. The finish imparts a property selected from the group consisting of: a molecularly bound antimicrobial agent which is an organosilane, a fluorochemical soil and fluid repellant, and the finished textile article has a flame resistance that passes the standard method NFPA 701-1996 edition testing protocol.

Abstract: A sheet-like product is disclosed having a patterned indicia for signifying the existence of an additive or ingredient that is contained within the product. The present inventors have discovered that a particular burst-like pattern provides various advantages and benefits in comparison to other patterns. In order to differentiate patterns of the present invention from other patterns, patterns made according to present invention were image analyzed during a dilation process.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to hemostatic wound dressings containing a fabric made from biocompatible, aldehyde-modified polysaccharide fibers; and a porous, polymeric matrix made from a biocompatible, water-soluble or water-swellable polymer, dispersed at least partially through the fabric, to methods of making such wound dressings and to methods of providing hemostasis to a wound.

Abstract: A fibrous substrate that retains good antimicrobial efficacy over an extended period of time and that does not result in a substantial increase in odor production is provided. Specifically, the fibrous substrate contains a halogenated antimicrobial agent and an odor adsorbent to reduce the level of odors often associated with halogenated antimicrobial agents. For example, in one embodiment, the halogenated antimicrobial agent includes a heterocyclic N-halamine compound, while the odor adsorbent is selected from the group consisting of activated carbon, zeolites, silica, alumina, magnesia, titania, clay, cyclodextrin and derivatives thereof, and the like. The fibrous substrate may also be substantially free from superabsorbents to improve antimicrobial efficacy over time.

Abstract: The present invention relates to personal cleansing wipes articles which have superior softness, feel and cleansing properties. The wipes of the present invention comprise a substrate and an aqueous liquid cleansing composition which is coated onto or impregnated into said substrate to the extent of from about 100% to about 400% by weight of the substrate. The substrate is a single-layer, nonwoven substrate which is formed from hydroentangled fibers. Upon a substantial portion of a base surface comprising the substrate there exists a three-dimensional pattern comprising a plurality of discrete, raised fibrous regions. The raised fibrous regions have a density which is substantially the same as the density of the base surface. The raised fibrous regions are joined to the base surface by a fibrous transition region. The aqueous liquid cleansing composition comprises an effective amount of a cleansing surfactant.

Abstract: A nonwoven fabric includes a cohesively integrated web of hydrodynamically entangled short-staple or “waste cotton” fibers. A batt of waste cotton fibers is hydrodynamically needled by high-pressure streams of water. The hydrodynamic energy of the streams causes the fibers to cohere and to become mutually entangled, which in turn results in a fabric of sufficient strength to be used for, among other things, a bag for a bulk material and particularly a bag or cover for a cotton bale.

Abstract: A base textile with a camouflage pattern is subjected to hot fluid streams to create flat regions and puckered or wrinkled regions, enhancing the three dimensional characteristics of the resulting material.

Abstract: A method of inhibiting the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and molds in fiberglass products by adding an anti-microbial to a binder solution to impregnate glass fibers with the anti-microbial in-line during the manufacturing process and before the curing process is provided. Suitable examples of the anti-microbial include zinc 2-pyrimidinethiol-1-oxide, 1-[2-(3,5-Dichloro-phenyl)-4-propyl-[1,3]dioxolan-2-ylmethyl]-1H-[1,2,4]triazole, 4,5-Dichloro-2-octyl-isothiazolidin-3-one, 2-Octyl-isothiazolidin-3-one, 5-Chloro-2-(2,4-dichloro-phenoxy)-phenol, 2-Thiazol-4-yl-1H-benzoimidazole, 1-(4-Chloro-phenyl)-4,4-dimethyl-3-[1,2,4]triazol-4-ylmethyl-pentan-3-ol, 10, 10′ Oxybisphenoxarsine, 1-(Diiodo-methanesulfonyl)-4-methyl-benzene and mixtures thereof. The fiberglass product formed by the method of the present invention is substantially free of bacteria, fungi, and molds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a substantially dry, disposable personal care article containing a substantially dry, disposable, multilayered personal care article suitable for cleansing, the article contains a water insoluble substrate containing a batting layer comprising a composite material; a nonwoven layer which is disposed adjacent to said batting layer; and a cleansing component disposed adjacent to said water insoluble substrate, wherein said component contains from about 10% to about 1000%, by weight of the water insoluble substrate, of a lathering surfactant.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides spun fibers of proteins useful for the fibers, fiber networks and nonwoven fabrics for medical use, with these materials characterized by good biocompatibility properties (e.g., low tendency toward thromboses and inflammation when implanted into a human or animal). These materials can be fabricated from gelatin, collagen or elastin-mimetic proteins, functionalized proteins of the foregoing types, crosslinked functionalized proteins of the foregoing types, and there may be incorporated nonproteinaceous polymers and/or therapeutic proteins or other medicinal compounds. Additionally, there may be living cells colonized on the material of the present invention or living cells may be incorporated during the fabrication process. These materials can be used in medical applications including, without limitation, vascular grafts, reinforcement of injured tissue, wound healing, artificial organs and tissues, prosthetic heart valves and prosthetic ureters.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hemostatic wound dressing that utilizes a fibrous, fabric substrate made from a biocompatible polymer suitable for use in the body and containing a first surface and a second surface opposing the first surface, the fabric having flexibility, strength and porosity effective for use as a hemostat; and further having a porous, polymeric matrix distributed on the first and second surfaces and through the fabric substrate, the porous, polymeric matrix being made of a biocompatible, water-soluble or water-swellable proteinaceous polymer.