On the 10th of March, LIFE ALL-IN partners presented the main project progress in a mid term eworkshop. During the event, many participants asked us questions. We have put them together in a Q&A session below.
For some of the projects Fameccanica completed the validation, as seen during the presentation. The perforation (2D perforation and 3D perforation) and the conversion to a 3D structure of the non-woven material are validated and ready for sale, as well as Ariel process with threads (corrugated waist band). The other features will be validated in the next months.
These features are not on the market yet. Several feasibility studies and tests with customers are ongoing for perforations, nonwoven 3D transformation and Ariel.
Yes, of course. In our R&D department we have different test stands dedicated to the All-in features and they will be available for our Customers for the next months.
The MLSC product cost is comparable or even lower than a standard fluff premium product. With MLSC “Multilayer Sap Core” we mean a fluffless core in which we replace the fluff material (usually around 300 gsm) with a double layer of 40 gsm ATB material (air through bond material). However it is complex to make estimation of raw materials cost since the cost depends on many variables, the geographic area, the purchase volume and cost trends linked to the world economic situation (especially in this period). From a rough estimation, moving to the in-line creation of fibers Fameccanica expects a cost reduction of the ATB material by around 20-30% due to the lower cost of the base material. This means a core cost reduction by around 5-10%.
Also in this case it is complex to give an appropriate estimation due to the consideration already done above. In this case it is also more complex because the product/process evaluation is at a preliminary stage. Fameccanica introduced the in line creation of hook directly on the nonwoven of the diaper’s ear. Fameccanica expects a benefit in terms material reduction (no glue, no tape). More detailed number will be evaluated once the project will be completed.
Yes, it is applicable on both products. Fameccanica studied the system to be easily integrated on both machine versions.
Yes, it is possible. A detailed feasibility study will be needed to analyze the machine layout and evaluate the process integration.
Yes, it is possible. A detailed feasibility study will be needed to analyze the machine layout and evaluate the process integration.
Fameccanica made a market and patent assessment on pattern and has registered a patent with its own design. It is possible to evaluate different pattern changing the “deformed bubbles” dimension and the bonding design.
The NW 3D deformation is a feature that Fameccanica validated on NW (single and double layer), therefore we don’t see any restriction in terms of product application. It can be used as topsheet, NW backsheet in all types of products, famcare, baby or adult.
Fameccanica has validated the continuous deformation. Phase pattern can be done as well. We are ready to evaluate different product design.
