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Joint INDA-TAPPI Conference
September 25-28, 2006 • Hilton Americas Houston • Houston, TexasSave up to 20% – Register by August 18
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Sunday, September 24Registration............................................................. 3:00.p.m..–. 5:00.p.m.
Monday, September 25Registration...........................................................1�:00.p.m..–. 5:30.p.m.
Tutorial:.Filtration.................................................. 1:30.p.m..–. 4:30.p.m.
Tutorial:.Structure/Property..Relationships........................................................... 1:30.p.m..–. 5:30.p.m.
Student.Paper.Competition.............................. 4:30.p.m..–. 5:30.p.m.
TAPPI.Nonwovens.Steering..Committee.Meeting............................................. 5:30.p.m..–. 7:30.p.m.(Invitation.Only)
Tuesday, September 26TAPPI.Committee.Meetings
Binders.&.Additives............................................7:30.a.m..–. 8:45.a.m.
Building.&.Industrial.Mat..................................7:30.a.m..–. 8:45.a.m.
Properties.&.Performance................................7:30.a.m..–. 8:45.a.m.
Registration..............................................................8:00.a.m..–. 5:30.p.m.
Conference...............................................................9:00.a.m..–. 5:30.p.m.
Keynote.&.Award.Luncheon...........................1�:30.p.m..–. �:30.p.m.
Wednesday, September 27TAPPI.Committee.Meetings
Fibers.&.Process.Technology...........................7:30.a.m..–. 8:45.a.m.
Insulation...............................................................7:30.a.m..–. 8:45.a.m.
Filtration.................................................................7:30.a.m..–. 8:45.a.m.
Registration..............................................................8:30.a.m..–. 7:30.p.m.
Conference...............................................................9:00.a.m..–. 5:30.p.m.
Tabletop.Event.&.Reception.............................. 5:30.p.m..–. 7:30.p.m.
Thursday, September 28Registration..............................................................8:30.a.m..–. 1�:30.p.m.
Conference...............................................................8:30.a.m..–. 1�:30.p.m.
TAPPI Committees(Meetings Held During INTC 2006)
Binders & AdditivesThis. committee. facilitates. the. exchange. of.useful. information. on. the. technology. and.use. of. products. that. relate. to. or. are. based.on. continuous. webs. made. from. cellulose,.synthetic.and.inorganic.fibers.that.have.been.formed.or.treated.with.binders.and.additives.that.impart.specific.properties.
Building & Industrial MatThis. committee. facilitates. the. exchange. of.information.concerning.the.manufacture.and.use.of.wet-laid.nonwoven.mat,.using.fiberglass.and.other.synthetic.fibers.for.industrial.and.building.products.applications.
Properties & Performance This. committee. facilitates. the. exchange. of.information. on. the. equipment,. methods,.procedures,. literature,. and. software. used.in.the.structure,.characterization,.computer.modeling,. and. performance. of. nonwoven.products.
Fibers & Process TechnologyThis.committee.promotes.the.understanding.and. knowledge. of. the. fibers. used. in. the.production. of. nonwovens,. as. well. as. the.materials.and.technologies.used.in.making.such.fibers.
InsulationThis. committee. addresses. insulation.manufacture. and. use. issues.. Insulation.includes. materials. used. in. buildings.(homes,. offices,. schools,. medical. facilities,.government,. and. hospitality),. vehicles.(trains,.planes.including.space.vehicles,.and.automobiles),. machinery. (sound,. vibration,.and.thermal.insulation.in.electronics.and/or.machining. equipment),. packing. materials,.and.other.specialized.end.uses..The.materials.of.construction.include.Organic.Materials.and.Inorganic.Materials.which.could.include.but.are.not.limited.to.wood.products,.re-cycled.wood. products,. plants,. processed. plant.materials,.etc..as.batts,.fluff.or.boards,.fiber.glass,.macro.and.micro.ceramics,.bioregional.carbonaceous. materials,. etc.. as. batts,. fluff.or.boards.
Filtration MediaThis. committee. facilitates. the. exchange. of.information. on. the. technology. and. usage.of. nonwovens. media. in. filtration. and.develops.industry.test.methods.in.the.area.of.nonwovens.filtration.materials..The.committee.also. defines. and. disseminates. terminology.and.tests.with.regard.to.nonwovens.filtration.and.encourages.and.educates.the.industry.in.wider.use.of.nonwovens.materials.in.filtration.applications.
Program Overview
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Leading Edge InformationApparelBinders.&.AdditivesBuilding.&.Industrial.MatFiltrationFlame.RetardantsHand.&.AppearanceHydroentangling
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INTC 2006Committee MembersConference Chair:Mary Pierce,.Hollingsworth.&.Vose.Co.
Technical Program Co-Chairs:Rajeev Chhabra,.The.Procter.&.Gamble.Co.Natalie Grooms,.Hexion.Specialty.
Chemicals,.Inc.
Members:Memis Acar,.Loughborough.University.
(United.Kingdom)Bob Averell,.Wellman,.Inc.Gajanan Bhat,.University.of.TennesseeRoy Broughton,.Auburn.UniversityBrian Carlock,.BC.AssociatesJames Chantler,.GAF.Materials.Corp.C.Y. Cheng,.PolymerTech.LLCBillie Collier,.University.of.TennesseeRichard Dobrowolski,.Rohm.and.Haas.Co.John Hagewood,.Nonwovens. Cooperative.Research.Center.(NCRC)Bill Haile,.Missing.Octave.Insights,.Inc.Daniel Hennessy,.Ahlstrom.Engine.
FiltrationPete Herault,.CertainTeed.Corp.Shishir Jaipuria,.Ginni.Filaments.Limited.
(India)Norman Lifshutz,.Hollingsworth.&.Vose.Co.Stephen Michielsen,.North.Carolina.State.
UniversityWayne Miller,.H.B..Fuller.Co.Michèle Mlynar,.Rohm.and.Haas.Co.Joseph Palomo,.Cardinal.Health,.Inc.Ron Pangrazi,. Air. Products. Polymers,. L.P.D.V. Parikh,.SRRC-ARS-USDAMark Poggi,.Georgia-Pacific.ResinsGreg Ponitz,.W.G..Steve.Co.Behnam Pourdeyhimi,.Nonwovens.. Cooperative.Research.Center.(NCRC)Seshadri Ramkumar,.TIEHH,.Texas.Tech.
UniversityUday Raval,.Hollingsworth.&.Vose.Co.Tom Ryle,.Clopay.Plastic.Products.Co.Christopher Shields,.Finetex.Technology,.Inc.T.M. Singh,.TM.ConsultingKen Snyder,.Carolina.Coating.SolutionsAllan Stahl,.University.of.Tennessee.TANDECHooman Tafreshi,.Nonwovens.Cooperative.
Research.Center.(NCRC)Bryan Thomas,.Southeast.Nonwovens,.Inc.Larry Wadsworth,.University.of.TennesseeWayne Walisser,.Hexion.Specialty.
Chemicals,.Inc.Peter Wallace,.Hexion.Specialty.Chemicals,.
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InsulationMeltblown.and.Spunbond.TechnologyNanofibersPolymers.&.FibersProcess.Technology.Protective.MaterialsSurface.Enhancements
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Keynote LuncheonBranding: Keeping a Brand Fresh & Alive Fred Gallasch, Gallasch Consulting Services, LLCThe.importance.of.a.well-crafted.and.well-managed.brand.cannot.be.overstated..Building.a.consistent.brand.image.and.keeping.the.message.fresh.and.relevant.is.an.assignment.Gallasch.excelled.at.during.his.thirty-year.
career.at.General.Motors..Working.as.the.“voice.of.the.customer”.for.GM’s.Corvette.brand,.Gallasch.perfected.the.subtle.art.of.listening.to.customers.and.translating.their.desires.into.the.creation.of.one.of.GM’s.most.successful.automobiles-the.C5.Corvette...The.power.of.branding.and.the.influence.a.good.brand.strategy.can.have.on.your.product.are.some.of.the.insights.that.will.be.shared.during.the.Tuesday.luncheon.
Nonwovens Fashion ShowWhen.science.meets.art.the.results.can.be.stunning!.New.technology.is.pushing.nonwoven.fabrics.further.into.the.world.of.fashion.and.design..From.seemingly.simple.shifts.to.elaborate.gowns,.the.remarkable.characteristics.of.nonwoven.fabrics.give.designers.more.options.and.freedoms.than.ever.before..Join.us.Tuesday.during.the.keynote.luncheon.for.a.look.at.what.design.students.from.the.University.of.Delaware.can.do.with.tomorrow’s.fabrics.
Tabletop Event & ReceptionNetwork.with.over.thirty.corporate.and.university.representatives.during.the.tabletop.event.and.reception..Discover.what.opportunities.are.available.to.you.and.your.company.in.a.casual.atmosphere.
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Monday, September 25
Tutorial-Basic Nonwoven Filtration Media: Theory & Practice1:30.p.m..-.4:30.p.m.Moderator: Norman Lifshutz, Hollingsworth & Vose Co.The.session.will.cover.the.fundamentals.of.air.and.liquid.filtration..Learn.how.interception,.impaction.and.diffusion.affect.air.filtration.and.how.pore.size.affects.liquid..filtration..Media.type.and.test.methods.will.also.be.addressed.
Tutorial-Structure/Property Relationships1:30.p.m..-.5:30.p.m.Moderator: Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Structure DefinitionBehnam Pourdeyhimi, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Structure SimulationBenoit Mazé, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Thermal Bonding FundamentalsStephen Michielsen, North Carolina State University
Role of Thermal Bonding on PerformanceBehnam Pourdeyhimi, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC) Role of Hydroentangling
on Performance Hooman Tafreshi, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Modeling Mechanical Properties of Thermally Bonded NonwovensBenoit Mazé, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Role of Structure on TransportHooman Tafreshi, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Student Paper Competition4:30.p.m..-.5:30.p.m.Moderator: Roy Broughton, Auburn UniversityUp.and.coming.professionals.will.present.papers.detailing.their.research.in.nonwoven.technology..The.winner.of.the.Student.Paper.Competition.will.be.announced.at.Tuesday’s.Keynote.&.Award.Luncheon.
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Tuesday, September 26
Insulation9:00.a.m..-.1�:30.p.m.Moderator: Wayne Walisser, Hexion Specialty Chemicals, Inc.
Acoustical Natural Fibers Automotive Floor CoveringD.V. Parikh, SRRC-ARS-USDA
Biodegradable.and.recyclable.noise.absorbing.insulation.made.from.natural.fibersAirlaid.and.carded.needlepunched.auto.interiors.evaluated.for.sound.reduction
Understanding Emissions Impacts & Designing a New Fiberglass Molding Medium for Acoustical Office PanelsScott Miller, Knauf Insulation
Small.chamber.emissions.profile.of.fiberglass.acoustical.panelsDesigned.experiments.with.standard.materials.created.new,.lower-emitting.designs.that.satisfy.indoor.environmental.quality.standards
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Passive Fire Protection Systems for CompositesBenjamin Mosier, Institute for Research, Inc.
FR.insulation,.acoustical.and.shock.responsiveness.of.composites.in.structural.applicationsDevelop.an.experimentally.validated.model.of.fire-induced.response.of.proprietary.foam.and.other.FR.product.combos
Use of Acoustic Impedance and Thermal Measurements to Explore Fiber Orientation in InsulationDiana K. Fisler, Johns Manville
Fixing.fiber.diameter,.diameter.distribution.and.total.density.using.insulation.media.samplesExamine.fiber.orientation,.distribution.and.mass.relative.to.heat.and.sound.propagationSimilarities.and.differences.between.trends.for.heat.and.sound.are.explored
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Formaldehyde: A Genomic Description of Mode of Action and Its Relevance to Risk AssessmentStewart Holm, Georgia-Pacific
Biologically-based.modeling.used.to.assess.risk.associated.with.inhaled.formaldehydeCompared.to.results.of.gene.profiling.for.a.thorough.understanding.of.the.chemical’s.mode.of.action
The Impact of Formaldehyde from Finished ProductsMarilyn Black, Air Quality Sciences, Inc.
Level.of.formaldehyde.emissions.from.a.range.of.products.and.their.impact.on.IAQEmission.levels.compared.to.regulation.and.certification.programs.as.well.as.marketing.claims
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Filtration9:00.a.m..-.1�:30.p.m.Moderator: Chris Shields, Finetex Technology, Inc.
Structural, Thermal and Filtration Properties of Charged Nonwoven MaterialsKyung-Ju Choi, AAF International
Structure.and.thermal.properties.of.nonwovens.from.electrically.charged.homo.and.hetero-polymers.were.characterizedCharge.distribution.was.investigated.over.long.periods.of.time;.results..will.be.reported
Use of Feather Fiber in Air FiltersXiuling Fan, Auburn University
Feather.byproducts.blended.with.polyester.to.produce.nonwoven.filter.mediaResulting.media.evaluated.for.use.as.air.filters
Nonwovens for Filtration-StandardsSven Schütz, Palas GmbH
Comparison.of.aerosol.separators.according.to.various.standards.and.objectives
Improvement of Air Filtration Media Capacity and Efficiency Performance with Addition of Polymer LayersChristine Stanfel, Ahlstrom Engine Filtration
Adding.polymer.layers.to.filtration.media.boosts.performance.levels.to.meet.EPA.regulations.Improvements.strongly.influenced.by.polymer.depth,.fiber.diameter,.bonding.&.morphology
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Computer Models of Nonwoven Geometry and Filtration SimulationAndreas Wiegmann, Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics (Germany)
3D.models.of.filter.media.were.created.to.simulate.fluid.flow.and.particle.depositionMedia.characteristics.are.computed.resulting.in.the.creation.of.ideal.filter.material.for.a.specific.application
Permeability of Highly Dense Nonwoven FabricsSabrina Zobel, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Computer.models.of.dense.nonwoven.fabrics.can.be.used.to.calculate.permeabilitySimulations.of.different.fabrics.were.compared.with.experimental.data.and.available.theoretical.models
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Protective Materials I9:00.a.m..-.1�:00.p.m.Moderators: Uday Raval, Hollingsworth & Vose Co. and Seshadri Ramkumar, TIEHH, Texas Tech University
Polymer Nanofibers for Defense and Security ApplicationsSubramanian Sundarrajan, National University of Singapore (Singapore)
Nanofiber.surfaces.are.modified.and.investigated.for.their.capability.as.decontamination.agentsNanofiber.membranes.could.feasibly.replace.activated.carbon.in.facemasks
Materials Technologies for Next Generation Chemical Biological Protective ClothingEugene Wilusz, US Army Natick Soldier Center
Development.of.membranes.for.chem-bio.protectionSeveral.methods.are.producing.lightweight,.permselective.CB.fabrics.with.promising.resultsResearch.continues.to.create.self-detoxifying.CB.clothing
Active Protective Nonwoven Fabrics Containing Nanophase Mn(VII) OxideRaj K. Vempati, ChK Group, Inc.
Simple,.single-step.process.produces.environmentally.friendly.material.that.can.be.incorporated.into.fabrics.for.chem-bio.protectionTreated.garments.have.military.and.civilian.applications;.presentation.will.discuss.the.treated.fabrics’.characteristics
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Development of Nonwovens for Military ApplicationsStephen Szczesuil, US Army Natick Soldier Center
Government.programs.designed.to.develop.nonwoven.technology.for.commercial.applications.outlinedCurrent.government.needs..addressed
Chemical Warfare Simulant Adsorption by Activated Carbon Nonwovens for Personal ProtectionSeshadri Ramkumar, TIEHH, Texas Tech University
Activated.carbon.in.nonwovens.evaluated.for.adsorption.and.saturation.levels.of.chemical.agentsResults.suggest.that.these.nonwovens.can.be.successful.as.a.decontaminant.wipe.for.military.and.industrial.situations
Keynote & Award Luncheon/Fashion Show1�:30.p.m..-.�:30.p.m.Emcee: Mary Pierce, Hollingsworth & Vose Co.
Branding: Keeping a Brand Fresh & AliveFred Gallasch, Gallasch Consulting Services, LLC
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Polymers & Fibers�:30.p.m..-.5:30.p.m.Moderator: Larry Wadsworth, University of Tennessee
Elastic Nonwovens Made from Multi-Block ElastomersAsli Begenir, Sara Lee Branded Apparel (SLBA)/NCRC
The.critical.role.of.polymer.type.and.viscosity.in.the.meltblown.process.will.be.addressed
Tailoring the Performance of Elastic Nonwoven FabricsRaja Dharmarajan, ExxonMobil Chemical Company
Properties.of.nonwoven.fabrics.made.from.various.blends.of.specialty.polyolefin.elastomers.are.examinedEffects.of.draw.force.and.bonding.temperatures.on.PP/SPE.spunbond.fabricsConstructed.nonlinear.regression.models.to.correlate.changes.in.physical.properties.to.process.conditions
Effects of Processing Conditions on Elastic Melt Blown Fabric PropertiesSmita Kacker, ExxonMobil Chemical Company
Influence.of.molecular.orientation.on.elastic.propertiesSelect.melt.temperature,.output..rate.and.draw.force.to.create.fabrics.with.the.needed.elastic.properties
Nanofiltration: Past, Present & FutureRowland Griffin, Monadnock Non-Wovens LLC
Forward.look.at.nanofiltration.requirements.using.patents.as.predictorsTechnology.forecast
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Improvement in Bleaching of Kenaf Cellulosic Fibers Using Penetrating AgentAli Peyravi, Islamic Azad University (Iran)
Improved.bleaching.results.using.multiple.concentrations.of.penetrating.agent.Results.measured.and.shared
Apparel�:30.p.m..-.5:00.p.m.Moderator: Billie Collier, University of Tennessee
Comparative Study of Nonwoven FormabilityYan Chen, Louisiana State University
Measuring.mechanical.properties.of.nonwoven.fabrics.for.analytic.comparisonsNonwoven,.woven.and.knitted.fabrics.compared.and.descriptive.parameters.established.to.ensure.compatibility.during.apparel.manufacturing
Fabric Haptic DeviceAshish Garg, Philadelphia University
Haptic.device.for.fabrics.enabling.virtual.fabrics.to.be.felt.by.handTechnological.development.and.possible.market.uses.for.device
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Subjective and Objective Evaluations on Fabric Hand: From Manufacturers to ConsumersLudovic Koehl, ENSAIT (France)
New.method.for.characterizing.fabric.hand.using.fuzzy.logic.and.other.techniquesFour.subsystems.of.this.method.are.described
Blank Canvas- ElastomericNonwovens as Fashion ApparelBelinda T. Orzada, University of Delaware
Students.challenged.to.incorporate.elastomer.nonwovens.into.apparelDesign.and.construction.challenges.overcome.with.development.of.new.techniques.and.perceptions.of.fabrics
Protective Materials II: Antimicrobials�:30.p.m..-.5:30.p.m.Moderators: Uday Raval, Hollingsworth & Vose Co. and Seshadri Ramkumar, TIEHH, Texas Tech University
Biocidal Activity of Antimicrobial Peptides in Polymeric SystemsSteven Arcidiacono, RDECOM (PKI)
Advantages.and.uses.of.naturally.occurring.antimicrobial.peptides.for.material.preservation.and.decontamination
Dual-Functioning Protective Finishing of Textiles with Controllable EffectJohn H. Xin, Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Hong Kong)
Functional.textiles.with.novel.finishes.for.multiple.purposesMicro-encapsulated.finishes.applied.to.cotton.fabrics;.results.and.potential.market.applications.shared
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Odor Controlling Apparel Comes of Age: The Values of the Antimicrobial Approach and MoreTim Byers, ÆGIS Environments
New.Strategies.for.the.enhancement.of.specialty.fabrics.–.antimicrobial,.odor.control,.moisture.management.and.beyondReal.world.applications.and.opportunities.to.meet.consumers’.demands.in.the.marketplace
Electrospinning of Antimicrobial Polymers into Nanofibrous Protective LayersIlse Tuinman, TNO
Membrane.with.optimal.protection.against.microorganismsHighly.efficient.filtering.layers.for.use.in.nonwovensNew.antimicrobial.compound.developed
Embedding Copper Oxide in Medical & Protective Fabrics: Characteristics and Potential UsesGadi Borkow, Cupron Inc.
Durable.technology.where.synthetic.fibers.are.impregnated.with.copper.oxide.creating.a.powerful.biocideCharacteristics.of.these.fabrics.and.their.potential.uses.in.medical.and.protective.textiles.will.be.discussed
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Wednesday, September 27
Process Technology9:00.a.m..-.1�:00.p.m.Moderator: Bob Averell, Wellman, Inc.
Thermal Bonding of Bicomponent FibersGajanan Bhat, The University of Tennessee
Bonding.behavior.of.sheath-core.fibersOptimum.bonding.temperatures,.tensile.properties.and.failure.mechanisms.evaluated.for.performance
New Coating Technologies for the Application of Special Treatments for Nonwoven ProductsAndrea Glawe, Coatema Coating Machinery GmbH
Parameters.for.coating.and.drying.fabrics.with.special.propertiesAdvanced.wetting.technology.for.difficult.applications
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Effect of Fibre Contact Orientation on Bonding in the Through-Air ProcessM. Hossain, Loughborough University
Formation.of.fiber.bonds.and.their.change.of.shape.with.time.over.different.bonding.temperaturesEffect.of.fiber.orientation.angle.on.bond.structure
Automatized Production of Composites Using Blends & Fleeces of Natural and Polymer FibersDieter H. Mueller, University of Bremen (Germany)
Automated.process.of.creating.multi-dimensional.composites.describedPossibility.to.manipulate.composites.by.piling.or.molding;.new.characteristics.and.future.end.products.discussed
Structure and Properties of Hydroentangled Spacer Fabric Delivery SystemsS.J. Russell, University of Leeds (United Kingdom)
Influence.of.fiber.properties.and.waterjet.conditions.on.the.complex.design.and.function.of.nonwoven.delivery.systemsRelationship.between.fabric.microstructure.and.fluid.flow.on.storage.and.release.in.fabric.delivery.systems
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Hand & Appearances9:00.a.m..-.11:30.a.m.Moderator: Rajeev Chhabra, The Procter & Gamble Company
Some Issues in Evaluating Tactile Quality of ProductsNing Pan, University of California at Davis
How.to.eliminate.or.alleviate.uncertainties.in.tactile.sensory.evaluationSuccessful.examples.from.other.sensory.evaluations.borrowed.to.create.new.methods
Calibration and Performance Assessment of the Phabr-o-meterShulin Zhang, The Procter & Gamble Company
New.instrument.for.evaluating.fabric.performance.is.assessedRange.of.applications.and.products.where.this.tool.can.be.successful
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Tactile Behavior of Nonwoven Fiber AssembliesSachiko Sukigara, Niigata University (Japan)
Hand.and.machine-based.assessments.describe.the.unique.qualities.of.nonwoven.fabricsEquations.used.to.describe.traditional.textiles.were.modified.for.use.with.nonwoven.fabrics.resulting.in.a.new.tactile.“sensation”
Objective Hand Measurement of Water-Absorbing Hygiene ProductsHiroko Yokura, Shiga University (Japan)
Mechanical.and.surface.properties.of.disposable.diapers.measured.and.assessedHand.can.be.predicted.from.physical.parameters
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Binders & Additives9:00.a.m..-.11:30.a.m.Moderator: Ken Snyder, Carolina Coating Solutions
Antibacterial Acrylic Polymer Technology for NonwovensStephanie Cottrell, Rohm and Haas Company
Novel.antibacterial.acrylic.technology.describedData.will.show.the.utility.of.this.technology.in.nonwoven.applications
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Specialty Polymers to Replace Coating AdditivesErnie DeGuzzman, Glo-Tex International, Inc.
Environmentally.friendly.binders.with.fire.retardant.and.water.repellant.properties.developedPerformance.characteristics.compared.to.traditional.latex-based.coatings
Characterization of Binder Distribution and Rheological Properties as Imperative Factors in Determining Relative Performance Properties of Thermosetting ResinsZuzana Salkova, Dynea Canada Ltd.
Study.of.binder.distribution.using.RDM.to.determine.optimum.glass.mat.performance
Revolutionary Binder System for Functionalization of Polyolefin TextilesBruce Sparrow, BASF
Novel.binder.system.gives.polyolefin.textiles.colors.&.functionalities.equal.to.polyester
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Characteristics.of.the.process,.implications.and.opportunities.created.by.this.process.described
Building & Industrial Mat�:00.p.m..-.5:00.p.m.Moderator: Mark Poggi, Georgia-Pacific Resins
Fiber Dispersion in Wet-Lay Mixing TanksHooman Tafreshi, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Methods.to.eliminate.“rope.defects”.in.wet-laid.mat.caused.by.agitationNumerical.simulations.model.fluid.flow.behavior.and.findings.are.discussed
Progress in Nonwoven Fiberglass TechnologiesMo Tazi, Owens Corning
Innovative.building.materials.capitalizing.on.nonwoven.fiberglass’.unique.characteristicsNew.products.and.future.market.applications
Antimicrobial Treatments on Wallboard: Where Economy Meets FunctionalityMartin Langhorst, ÆGIS Environments
Demand.for.treated.wallboard.creating.opportunity.for.nonwovens.industry.in.construction.material.marketplace
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Monitoring Binder Mix Concentration on Glass Mat by Visible-Near Infrared Spectroscopy and Multivariate Statistical AnalysisReginald Mbachu, Dynea
On-Line,.real-time,.non-contact,.non-invasive.method.of.monitoring.binder.mix.loading.on.glass.fiber.mats.will.be.sharedInformation.can.be.used.for.quality.control.and.cost.reductions
Surface Characterization Tools for FiberglassJim Hamilton, Johns Manville Corp.
Overview.of.state-of-the-art.characterization.tools.used.to.measure.various.features.of.fiberglass.nonwovensMultiple.techniques.examined;.each.method.provides.unique.information-especially.when.information.is.combined
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Photographs courtesy of: Ægis Environments; ChK Group, Inc.; Coatema Coating Machinery GmbH; Nordson Corporation; Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V.; Shiga University; Texas Tech University, Neal Hinkle; University of Arkansas; University of Delaware.
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Nanofibers�:00.p.m..-.5:30.p.m.Moderator: Seshadri Ramkumar, TIEHH, Texas Tech University
Solid-State Fabrication, Structure and Multifunctional Applications of Carbon Nanotube Yarns and Transparent Nonwoven SheetsR.H. Baughman, University of Texas at Dallas
Novel.methods.for.producing.carbon.nanotube.yarns.and.sheetsProperties.and.applications.evaluated
Patterning and Controlling Electrospun Fibers for Tissue PerformanceSamira Farboodmanesh, University of Massachusetts
Control.interfiber.spacing,.fiber.orientation.and.pore.size.of.electrically.spun.nanofiber.scaffoldsRecent.advances.in.controlling.individual.continuous.fiber.employing.rotating/translating.collects.with.focused.electrical.fields
Strong Nanofibers and Nanofiber Webs via Spunbond ProcessNataliya Fedorova, North Carolina State University
Feasibility.of.using.spunbond.technology.and.novel.fibers.to.produce.nanofibersRelationship.between.polymer.composition,.fiber.construction.and.fiber/fabric.properties.investigated
Nanofibrous Membrane for Use in Sensor ApplicationsKris Senecal, US Army Natick Soldier Center
High.surface.area.electrospun.fiber.membranes.with.bonded.molecular.recognition.elements.to.capture.biological.agents.in.the.food.supply
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Electrospun Nonwoven Fabrics for Biohazard Sensing ApplicationsMargaret W. Frey, Cornell University
Parameters.of.biotin.loading.PLA.fibers.for.their.use.in.biohazardsEffects.of.biotin.loading.and.dispersion.in.the.fiber;.relation.of.fiber.size.and.fabric.porosity.to.the.fabric’s.use.as.a.sensor.substrate
Applications and Production of Nanofiber Nonwoven Media Chris Shields, Finetex Technology, Inc.
Advancing.technology.is.decreasing.costs.of.electrospun.nonwovens;.subsequently.new.market.applications.are.being.created.for.these.fabrics
Meltblown & Spunbond Technology�:00.p.m..-.5:00.p.m.Moderator: John Hagewood, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Future of Spunlaid TechnologyH. G. Geus, Reifenhäuser GmbH & Co. KG
Possible.modifications.to.the.spunbond.process.creating.fabrics.with.new.property.profiles
Velocity and Temperature Fields from Multiple-Row Melt Blowing DiesRobert L. Shambaugh, University of Oklahoma
Using.CFD.to.model.the.turbulent..air.flow.field.generated.by.the.Schwartz.meltblow.die
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Comparing.flow.and.temperature.fields.generated.by.different.jet.configurations.to.predict.best.geometry
Effects of Fiber Size, Charging and Polymer Additives on Filtration Media PerformanceMark Snider, Nordson Corporation
Technical.comparison.of.fine-fiber.meltblown.filtration.media,.additive.combinations.and.ratios.with.discussion.on.overall.product.performance
Latest Results in Processing PET Spunbonded NonwovensRalf Taubner, Saxton Textile Research Institute (Germany)
Engineering.parameters.from.experimental.investigations.of.PET.spunbonded.nonwovens.are.shared
Influence of Process Temperature on Fiber Diameter Development During Melt BlowingRandall R. Bresee, University of Tennessee
Comparison.of.polypropylene.fiber.diameters.extruded.at.a.range.of.temperaturesImpact.of.temperature.on.web.characteristics
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Flame Retardants8:30.a.m..-.1�:30.p.m.Moderator: D.V. Parikh, SRRC-ARS-USDA
Coated Spunbond Nonwovens for General Purpose SheltersSvetlana Verenich, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Spunbonded.fabrics.coated.to.reinforce.tensile.propertiesSeveral.coating.solutions.studied;.results.shared
Alternatives to Antimony in FR FormulatingRonald Dombrowski, TechTex Solutions, Inc.
Comparison.of.various.flame.retardant.coatings.used.on.textiles
Flammability Update: Technology & RegulationsJoseph McFadyen, Wellman, Inc.
Summary.of.recent.regulatory.actions.and.flammability.characteristics.that.will.be.required.of.fibers.and.nonwoven.products
Inherently FR Polymeric AdhesiveRoyi Mazor, Textile Application Laboratory (Israel)
New.waterborne,.flame.retardant.binders.for.textile.coating.applicationsThese.binders.handle.like.acrylic.binders.and.can.be.used.in.wash.durable.situations
Flame Retarded Biobased Nonwovens Composites Prepared Entirely from Annual PlantsIoan Negulescu, Louisiana State University
Properties.of.FR.treated.nonwoven.composites
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Preparation,.characterization.and.potential.applications.of.these.composites
Flammability of Innovative Fabrics for Firefighter Protective ClothingMary M. Warnock, University of Arkansas
Results.of.a.study.to.determine.the.comfort.characteristics.of.new,.innovative.fabrics.that.could.be.used.in.turnout.gear.and.uniforms.presented.and.opportunities.discussed
New Non-Formaldehyde Flame Retardant Finishing for Cotton/Nomex Blend Fabric Using a Hydroxyl-Functional Organophosphorus OligomerHui Yang, University of Georgia
New.finish.that.improves.laundering.durability.of.FR-treated.fabrics,.but.also.enhances.its.flame.retardant.performance
Development of Halogen-Free Flame Retardant NonwovensDong Zhang, Industrial Textile Associates
Application.of.FR.chemicals.to.meltblown.fabrics.and.the.resulting.properties.are.shared
Hydroentangling8:30.a.m..-.11:00.a.m.Moderator: Hooman Tafreshi, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Effect of Flow Characteristics, Fiber and Web Properties, and Process Parameters on the Energy Transfer and Microstructure of Hydroentangled FabricsMemis Acar, Loughborough University (United Kingdom)
Energy.optimization.via.nozzle.geometry
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Predicting Inlet Roundness of Hydroentangling Nozzles Using CFD SimulationsNagendra Anantharamaiah, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Maintaining.collimated.waterjets.over.time.Predicting.nozzle.inlet.roundness.and.its.comparison.with.nominal.values
The Role of Waterjet Curtain in Entangling Efficiency and Modifying the Jet Streaks in Hydroentangling FabricsKatharina Rompert, Freudenberg & Co.
Relationship.between.fiber.entangling.and.nozzle.diameter.at.different.operating.pressures.obtainedCharacteristics.of.fabrics.produced.by.waterjets.of.different..diameters.described
Modeling Hydroentangling ProcessPing Xiang, North Carolina State University
Theoretical.modeling.of.hydroentangling.process.Role.of.process.parameters.in.fabric.formation
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The Dyeing of Hydroentangled Fabrics: Study of the Adsorption BehaviorA.D. Hewitt, University of Leeds (United Kingdom)
Factors.contributing.to.dye.levelnessFabric.influence.on.dye.behavior..and.uniformityDiscussion.on.multiple.fiber.blends
Surface Enhancements8:30.a.m..-.11:00.a.m.Moderator: Stephen Michielsen, North Carolina State University
Surface Modification of Fibers & Nonwovens with Melt AdditivesVasantha M. Datla, North Carolina State University
Creating.wettability.and.adhesion.properties.to.polypropylene.fibers.with.melt.additivesSurface.characteristics.of.these.polypropylene.films.examined.in.various.environmental.settings
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Durably Wettable Polypropylene FibersPrashant Desai, FiberVisions Incorporated
New.class.of.hydrophilic.PP.fibers.created.for.spunlaced.products—performance.and.characteristics.describedPossible.end.products
Novel Additive Delivery System for Natural FibersGerald Keep, Missing Octave Insights, Inc.
New.system.suited.to.disperse.and.bind.particulate.additives.to.fabricsSystem.embeds.particles.in.a.thin,.durable.coating.with.permanent.exposure.of.surface.areaPotential.use.includes.antimicrobials,.biocides,.nano-particles,.flame.retardants,.antistats.and.multiple.other.particles
Enzymatic Pretreatment as a Method to Enhance the Properties of Nonwoven FabricsSvetlana Verenich, Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center (NCRC)
Resulting.effects.of.enzymatic.pretreatments.on.bleached.cotton.fibers.before.fabric.formationProperties.of.these.fabrics.compared.to.fabrics.made.with.non-treated.fibers
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Enhanced Surface Properties through Altered Surface InteractionsStephen Michielsen, North Carolina State University
Alter.surface.properties.by.manipulation.of.surface.energiesNew.surface.treatments.possible.when.adsorption.is.controlled
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