The largest segments of the medical m arket for meltblownnonwoven fabrics are disposable gowns, drapes and sterili zation wraps.
Oil Absorbents
Picking up oil from water, such as an accidental oil spill, is a common use for meltblown fabrics. Additionally, they are used for mats in machine shops /industrial plants.
Electronics
These are sometimes used in battery separators and as insulation in capacitors
Filtration
This is the single largest market curre ntly for meltblown fabrics. Meltblown applications include surgical face masks, liquid filtration, gas filtration, cartridge filters, clean room filters etc.
Sanitary Products
Used frequently in feminine sanitary napkins, diaper top sheets &disposable adult incontinence products.
Apparel
Disposable industrial apparel, thermal insulation and substrates for synthetic leather.