Nonwoven Disposable Medical Gowns & Face Mask: On the Front Lines in the Fight for Safe Healthcare

Hospital and medical center staff wear disposable face mask, disposable medical gowns, etc. to prevent the spread of disease. This post will highlight why the medical nonwovens market will continue to grow positively over the next few years and the advancements of medical nonwovens.

DISPOSABLE MEDICAL GOWNS & FACE MASK MARKET REPORT

Non-woven medical disposables are a priority product in the healthcare field. These products are becoming more important than woven products because of their resistance to contamination and better hygiene. Non-woven products include the disposable face mask, disposable medical gowns, nurse caps, and surgeon caps. These products are high-quality fabrics made of polyester, cotton, rayon, etc. that ensure the complete safety and immunity of healthcare professionals.

Growth in the global market of medical nonwoven disposables is driven by many factors, such as rapid advances in non-woven production technology, the emphasis on preventing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), and improving medical infrastructure and services in developing countries. The focus on infection control as a means of cutting health care costs means that hospitals and other health care institutions are treating disposables as an essential element. Increasing awareness of the spread of infectious diseases such as AIDS and hepatitis is stimulating hospital demand for cleaning, hygiene, and disposable products to protect patients and doctors from infection. The health needs of the aging population, the increasing incidence of chronic diseases and the increasing number of hospitalizations have driven the demand for medical nonwoven disposables. The market growth is also attributable to increased surgeries (inpatient and outpatient) and trends in home health. With stringent regulations on medical facility safety, demand for nonwoven products such as the disposable face mask, medical gowns, curtains, gloves, and rags is rising.

Europe represents the largest market of the disposable face mask and disposable medical gowns worldwide. With the implementation of national standards to ensure consistency with EN (European Standards) medical and protective equipment, it is expected that the region will continue to see strong demand. Compared with developed regions such as the United States, Europe, and Japan, the demand for medical disposable nonwovens in developing countries is relatively low, which is mainly due to lower income levels and higher prices for disposable disposables. A lack of awareness of the benefits of disposables, especially in controlling infections is also thought to be a reason for the relatively low sales of nonwovens. However, with the improvement of the quality of health care in Asian countries and the comprehensive development of the global population aging and prevention of HAI, the medical nonwovens market is expected to achieve positive growth in the next few years.

ADVANCEMENTS IN DISPOSABLE MEDICAL GOWNS & FACE MASK

Studies have shown that nonwovens have advantages over reusable materials. Nonwoven-based products are more likely to reduce infections and reduce the chance of cross-contamination. For decades, suppliers have been developing non-woven fabrics for disposable medical gowns, protective clothing, disinfection wraps, curtains, disposable face mask, and so forth.

Depending on the level of fluid protection required, these suppliers offer a range of products, such as SMS (spunbond meltblown spunbond) for basic performance, or other additional attributes like antistatic for medium performance and alcohol resistance for enhanced performance and comfort.

A new generation of surgical fabric has been developed to be used in the most critical areas of disposable medical gowns and is designed to keep medical professionals safe and comfortable.

This fabric is constructed to be impervious, breathable and comfortable. The outer layer is liquid-repellent and durable. The barrier has a redesigned monolithic membrane that protects it from liquids, viruses, and bacteria, while the chemical composition of the membrane allows moisture to pass through, keeping the surgeon cool and dry. The darker inner layer is designed to reduce shadows and feel soft, so it is comfortable to wear for long periods of time.

The designers explained: "Surgeries like a cesarean section, stomach and heart surgery usually involve large amounts of fluids and take a long time to complete. This means protection and comfort are crucial for medical professionals wearing disposable medical gowns and disposable face mask. It is important to control infections because patients and medical personnel may come into contact with these fluids. International industry standards are used to test and measure the protective properties of liquids and blood-borne pathogens, and these protective materials are used in protective clothing such as surgical clothing. The new design has passed these stringent standards, providing impervious protection to the surgical environment."

These suppliers also offer a range of technologies for the medical market. A special 100% cotton entangled nonwoven has been designed for medical applications that require high absorbency and easy tear. These characteristics provide superior performance for the cast padding and wound care markets. This technology meets the needs of clinicians for sustainable choices in the medical market.

More recently, suppliers have focused their research on developing fabrics that satisfy unmet needs. As a result, the product range has been expanded to include other sustainable solutions for medical apparel and wound care.