Suominen has launched a new lightweight spunlace product to target the global hygiene market. Fibrella Lite nonwovens meet the exacting requirements for a light yet stretchable material with strength and elongation properties required in laminates for absorbent hygiene products in baby care and adult incontinence applications. Available in 25 gsm and 28 gsm varieties, Fibrella Lite offers versatility for combination of materials using hotmelt, extrusion, heat and ultrasonic lamination. Its cloth-like, extremely soft feel,  breathability and skin-friendliness of make it an ideal element in laminates for hygiene products, according to the company.

Speaking at the launch of Fibrella™ Lite, Lynda Kelly, SVP Care Business Area, says, “Suominen’s expansion into the hygiene business is one of the key elements of our growth strategy. Fibrella Lite is a perfect example of innovative application of technology to match traditionally incompatible nonwoven features like softness, strength and light weight together in one material.”

“Fibrella Lite is a very important addition to our portfolio of hygiene products. Applicability for various lamination processes creates a broad range of end products making this new launch very attractive and exciting,” concludes Marjo Kuisma, Product Manager for Hygiene market.