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The most-viewed news on our site in March

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By: Tara Olivo

Associate Editor at Nonwovens Industry

The most-viewed news in March on Nonwovens-Industry.com was the announcement of the merger between Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. (SWM International) and Neenah, Inc. The two global manufacturers of specialty materials entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger of equals with combined revenues of approximately $3 billion, expanded scale and capabilities and accelerated growth opportunities. The combined company will capitalize on powerful megatrends with strong positions in large, growing categories including filtration, healthcare & wellness, protective & adhesive solutions, industrial solutions, and packaging & specialty paper.

This news beat out the announcement of PDI’s dual launch of novel, innovative disinfectants to help infection prevention professionals in the fight against rising healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) as well as the ongoing battle against Covid-19. As part of a layered approach, the new products, Sani-24 Germicidal Disposable Wipe, Sani-HyPerCide Germicidal Disposable Wipe and Sani-HyPerCide Germicidal Spray, further support PDI’s commitment to help prevent infections and promote health and wellness.

Here are the top 10 most-viewed news items on Nonwovens-Industry.com for the month of March.

1. SWM, Neenah Agree to Equal Merger

2. PDI Launches New Disinfectant Products

3. Puma, Modibodi Introduce Leak-Free Period Underwear

4. Ecowipes to Expand Carded Pulp Wipes Output

5. Kimberly-Clark Opens Manufacturing Site in Nigeria

6. BontexGeo Acquires Spanish Geotextile Fabrics Producer

7. Kelheim, Sumo Create Washable Absorbent Pad

8. Nice-Pak Launches Nice ‘N Clean Wipes SecureFlush in U.K.

9. WaterWipes Offers 100% Biodegradable and Plastic-Free Baby Wipes

10. Avgol, YanJan USA Form North American Partnership

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