VitaFlex utilizes a unique technology that is used for creating cross-directional soft stretch elasticity with thermally bonded nonwovens. This revolutionary technology is latex-free and utilizes no elastomeric polymers. It provides a process for treating fabrics at high speeds, cost-effectively creating a wide range of practical cross stretch/elastic fabrics with unique performance characteristics. Examples include polypropylene spunbond and SMS fabrics with up to 70% recovery at 150% elongation, and higher stretch fabrics with up to 400% elongation.
VitaFlex elastic nonwoven technology greatly expands the use of conventional nonwoven fabrics in making many innovative and higher quality products by eliminating the use of latex/rubber straps and simplifying the production process, thus dramatically lowering the cost. The elastic nonwoven technology produces fabrics which can be utilized as is for limited use applications, or as a substrate in conjunction with elastomers to form stretch composites.
The application of elastic nonwovens is further beneficial to consumers in that the new straps-free, form fitting disposable products provide superior softness and comfort. The latex-free nonwoven products are more environmentally friendly due to less harmful emissions in the waste incineration process.
Non-Latex Soft-stretch Hoods
The research and development invested in these hoods is in response to the need to have a comfortable, protective head-cover with excellent respiratory filtration protection. Because they are made from latex-free elastic nonwoven fabric, they are:
non-irritating, tissue-soft, high stretch with low contractive force
excellent comfortability and breathability for improved wearing comfort
can be constructed to provide excellent barrier functionality and filtration performance
Form-fitting, light weight with stress-free comfort
Soft-stretch hoods are soft and form fitting to the wearer without the irritating stress from overly restrictive elastic components.
Full-cover and Open-face designs are available, both without restriction of peripheral vision.
Rubber Free to be Environmental Friendly
Because no latex or synthetic rubber materials are used, it allows the recycling of these products, and eliminates the emission of dioxin and other noxious gases during the waste incineration process.
Innovation of Multi-functional Structures:
By bonding individually treated elastic nonwoven fabrics into multi-layer structures, apparel can be economically made with various combinations of functionalities while maintaining a comfortable, soft form-fit and easy breathability. We have created a series of soft-stretch hoods (Dust Hoods, Spray hoods, UV Hoods, BioSafety, and Oil-Repellent Hoods) to meet the safety requirements of various industries.
For use in construction, mining, sanitation, and waste management, for blocking dirt, dust, airborne particles, and airborne liquids.
For laboratories and factories for protection against powder, bacteria, and harmful chemicals.
For outdoor activities to shield against sunburn, wind-chill, and wind-blown sand.
For medical use to provide bacterial and particle filtration efficiency with good breathability.
They can also be used as a liner under hard hats, emergency respirators and other facial protection equipment.
