superAbsorbent NeedlePunch Nonwovens

These felt-like fabrics (often referred to as needlefelt fabrics) are well known for their versatility. They can be produced containing a wide range of fibre types, e.g. Polyester, Polypropylene, Viscose etc. We also add SAF™ into the blend to make them superabsorbent. Such fabrics are used in a wide range of applications, from filtration and structural waterproofing, to medical and hygiene.  

They are manufactured using the needle punching process, which interlocks the fibres together. This form of bonding provides a great deal of flexibility, and, as a result, such fabrics can be designed to offer high levels of strength and integrity or to be soft and lofty. If required, these fabrics can also be thermally bonded – with or without laminates – to provide extra strength or functionality.

We can achieve needlefelt fabrics with up to 80% SAF™ content and have a catalogue of fabrics readily available to sample – you can browse these below. Bespoke fabrics can also be manufactured if required. Please note that we can also manufacture without SAF™ if absorbency isn’t a key requirement.

You can find more about how Needlepunch Fabrics are made, on the EDANA website.