1. Polypropylene Nonwovens - Emerging Opportunities By Mr Rakesh Shah Non Woven Tech Asia 2014 5th June 2014

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Content Nonwovens - Overview PP Nonwovens - Opportunities Agriculture Medical & Hygiene Miscellaneous RILs Initiatives 4. Nonwovens - Raw Material Cotton Viscose Rayon Polypropylene Polyester Wood pulp Blends Cotton Polyester Viscose Polypropylene Wood Pulp 5. Nonwovens Manufacturing Web forming Techniques Dry laid Carded Airlaid Wetlaid Polymer laid Spunbond Meltblown Web-bonding techniques Mechanical bonding Needling Technology Stitch Bonding Hydro-Entanglemen Chemical bonding Thermal bonding Calendering Through Air Bonding 6. Nonwovens: Disposable & Durables Disposable applications Medical Drapes Surgical / Isolation gowns CSR Wraps Caps ,Facemasks ,shoe covers Hygiene Baby Diapers, Training pants Feminine Hygiene products Adult Incontinence products Wipes Baby Household Industrial Durable applications Geotextiles Soil Stabilization Drainage Road and Rail construction Filtration Air, gas, liquid Agriculture Crop covers Greenhouse shades Mulches Home Furnishing Carpet backing Furniture Construction Building and Construction Insulation Roofing Automotives Carpets & Headliner. Door panel insulation. Carpet backing. 7. Emerging in all areas of human life Nonwovensfinds everywhere 8. PP Nonwovens Lightest plastics Density 0.9 g/cc Excellent mechanical properties Excellent chemical & fungal resistant Low cost & Easy availability First commercialized in 1960s Highly consumed fiber Highest yield rate Versatile applications Breathability at lower gsm Can be made absorbent Designed for diverse applications 9. What is the right nonwoven ! PP Nonwovens - Technology 10. Major Strength -1 Cheapest Fabric available Very few competing products 11. Source: CNITA/Edison Investment India - very low per capita consumption NW Per Capita Consumption 2012 (gm) * Includes All Types Low Consumption Major Strength - 2 12. India yet to catch up world trend in Medical & Hygiene World India Huge Gap Source: Edison Investment Research / Industry Untapped Applications Major Strength - 3 13. Major Strength -4 Raw Material / Fabric Available in Abundance Opportunity for investment into fabrication 14. Major Strength - 5 Supply Chain Existence Supply chain for all application exists 15. Opportunities - Agriculture 16. Potential for spunbond products 17. Staggering productivity gaps Crop scenario - Yield Crop Averageyield,India* (tonnes/hectare) Highestyieldachievedin theWorld* (tonnes/hectare) Mangoes 6.3 40.6 Bananas 37.8 59.3 Potatoes 19.9 44.3 Tomatoes 19.3 524.9 Onions 16.6 67.3 FreshVegetables 13.4 76.8 *Source:FAOSTAT ProductionCrops:2010data 18. Need simple & cost effective, yet scalable solution Agriculture Source of problems Current agricultural practices are neither economically nor environmentally sustainable and India's yields for many agricultural commodities are low. India Country Overview (UN) Typical Problems: Frost Insect Attacks Fluctuating weather patterns 19. What PP Nonwoven Offers Air Water Insects 20. NON WOVEN COVER DAY NIGHT Cover to trap heat during night Sun warms soil during the day Protect from excessive cold What PP Nonwoven Offers 21. covers fruit or crop providing protection & increasing yield & quality PP Nonwovens Fruit & Crop cover Fruits: Banana, Mango, Grapes, Litchi, Pomegranate Crops: Tomato, Potato, Brinjal, Tinda, Strawberry 22. Provides successful protection PP Nonwoven Crop Cover Protects plants from cold snaps, frost Provides air permeability for crop growth Checks against insert attack Reduce occurrences of root maggots and flea beetles attack Takes the contour of the plant as it is pliable 23. Successful trial at CSA Agri University, Kanpur Crop Cover - Tomato Darker and Richer fruit (using Crop cover) Light red colour of fruit (no Crop Cover) Protection against cold & frost Nil incidence of disease Fruits dark red in colour 24. Well established in & around Jaipur Protection against frost Fabric 17 gsm Effect of frost Covered crop No frost effect Cucumber, chilly & watermelon also gave good results against frost Crop Cover - Tinda 25. Gaining popularity in TN, Mah, UP & Guj Fruit cover - Banana India Production 21 MMT Exports > 0.1% Increase in bunch weight (5%) Advancement of fruit maturity (early harvest) Protect from insect attack Blemish free fruits Increase in profitability Certified by National Research Centre for Bananas Product: Banana Advantages of fruit cover 26. Fruit cover - Mango Certified by Dapoli University, Maharashtra India Production 10 Lac MT Improved fruit retention Increase in fruit weight Reduced incidence of stem end rot & spotted fruits Reduced occurrence of spongy tissue Good shine & skin gloss Product: Mango (Alphanso) Advantages Usage gaining attraction with farmers in Mah 27. Progressive farmers reaping benefits already India Production 12 lac MT Reduction in Pink berries formation Increase in Shelf life in grapes Protection from insect attack Market - KVKs, Horticulture Deptt, Grape Exporter Association Product: Grapes Advantages Certified by National Research Centre for Grapes Fruit cover - Grapes 28. More than 500 acres land under PPNW coverage in Ahmednagar India Production 7.4 Lac MT Prevents sun burn Avoids damage to fruit due to abrasion/friction amongst fruits Prevents damage due to harsh winds Prevention from dangerous disease from sucking pest called Telya Juicy pomegranate trials / red colour leading to better price Product: Pomegranate Advantages Market - NRCP, Maharashtra Pomegranate Growers Research Association, Pune Fruit cover - Pomegranate 29. Enhancement in yield Increase in fruit weight by 3-5% Less damaged fruits (19-23% )due to sun burning and cracking Higher firmness and acidity in fruits indicating extension in fruits maturity Advantages Certified by National Research Centre for Litchi Fruit cover - Lichi 30. PP NW used to protect from insect attack To protect from sunrays and pest / fruit fly Guava quality - color, size & taste satisfactory Tried at KVK Nimpith, WB Fruit cover - Guava Advantages 31. Opportunities Medical & Hygiene 32. Potential for spunbond & SMS products 33. Nonwovens SMS Technology Spunbond Meltblown Spunbond layers provide strength while Meltblown layers provide barrier Multi Meltblown layers provide higher output and better formation to achieve same / higher levels of barrier Finds applications in Medical ( Surgical gowns, drapes & Sterile Barrier systems) and Hygiene applications (Diaper backsheet & Barrier leg cuff) 34. PP Nonwovens in medical comfort, convenience, cost & hygiene are blended perfectly Hygiene Bacteria, Fungus, Virus resistant Protection Can be made absorbent, blood repellent / stain repellent Comfort Light weight, Good breathability, soft feel Convenience easy to wear Can be sterilized with Steam, Ethylene Oxide, Plasma etc. 35. High Barrier / Protection - Traditional textiles are typically absorbent. Re-usable textiles can develop tears and holes during the washing process. Nonwoven fabrics are engineered to have high barrier. Low Linting - Lint is a source of infection since bacteria can use it as a carrier. Re-usable generate lot of lint during washing process. Nonwoven fabrics typically have low lint Proven sterilization performance - Compatible with multiple sterilization methods such as steam, ETO, gamma (depending on composition) Single Use and Economical - When total costs are calculated single- use fabrics are generally lower cost than re-usables PP Nonwovens as Disposables Need for infection control 36. Disposable - considerable man power, water and other resources savings Used only once on single patient free from hassles of cleaning, gives fresh new look Avoids need for handling & consequential potential of spreading contaminants - reduce cross infection ( Infections is worry to hospitals) Eliminates (v/s Linen) Collection, Sorting, Washing, Inspection, Inventory, Accounting Applications : Patient Preoperative measures - Ward During operation - Theatre Post operative measures - Ward PP Nonwovens as Disposables 37. Major Applications Safety the prime considerations Surgical Face Mask Bacteria filtration capability Splash resistance Breathability Skin friendly Head Wear Prevents falling of Hairs Prevents bacterial attack Breathable Gowns in Operating Rooms Breathable viral barrier Avoids pathogenic transmission Low lint Softness, Breathability and Drape Tested for suitability to check Avian Influenza, Healthcare Associated Infections, Hepatitis, AIDS, MRSA, SARS etc. 38. Other applications Need of time Better materials for better safety Surgical Gowns / Lab Coats / Aprons Patient Gowns / Isolation Gown Angiography Drapes Maternity Kit Ready Made Packs for various Procedures Examination Table Sheet Disposable Innerwear 39. Single use bed spread & Pillow cover Why ?? Hygiene/ Strain free cover Free from hassles of washing Cost effectiveness 40. Replacement Opportunity Neurosurgery CesareanArthroscopyOphthalmology Surgicaldrapes/Gowns/ExaminationSheetetc. Abdominal Shoulder Hand Foot Hip Urology 41. Disposable curtains Reusable linen is a carrier and source of infection => reasons for Hospital acquired infection ( HAI) Breaks the Chain of infection Allows air and moisture to pass through => comfort. Hygienic, cost effective. Ideal for single uses 42. Baby Diaper 43. Hygiene Sanitary Napkin 44. Other Hygiene Products Under Pad Adult Incontinence 45. MUST in all Hygiene Shoe cover Shoe Cover & Dispenser popular in : Hospitals Food processing houses Electronics Industries Chemical & Fertilizers 46. Growth Drivers for Medical / Hygiene market Among the fastest growing emerging markets in the world with total population 1.25 Billion Expanding middle class with rising standard of living With increased disposable income, has the purchasing power for better Healthcare & Hygiene products Growing Healthcare Sector & Medical Tourism Ongoing awareness of & concern over Hospital Acquired Infections (HAI) Healthcare infrastructure expansion - various Health care brands have started aggressive expansion in the country 47. Opportunities Miscellaneous Applications 48. Potential at Hospitals, Travellers, Railway, Hotels Disposable Bedsheets 49. Rain coat For school going children between 6 to 14 yrs Single Season Use Very light weight and Soft Fabric Feel Cost Effective Value Addition 50. Cooler bag Potential to replace thermowares Can carry upto 10 KG Temperature change 5o C in 5 hrs Target Ice-cream, Pizza, Cold Drink, Beer brand owners. 51. Car seat Cover Very light weight and Soft Fabric Feel Cost Effective (~ US$ 1.0 per pack of 5 pcs) Size: 35mm X 800mm X 1500mm May be used for Private Cars, Taxis, Railways & Luxury Buses 52. Head Rest Covers - Railway PP Nonwoven Head rest cover : Ahmedabad Mumbai Double decker train 53. Body bag Untapped Potential Single Use Very light weight and Soft Fabric Feel Size: 215 X 75cm (80 to 100 gsm) (PP PE) Specification: US OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Regulation 3130, Indian Police, Hospitals, Railway Police. 54. Roofing sheet A new concept for Indian Market Photo Credits : SPUNSULATION Photo Credits : SPUNSULATION Indoor Comforts : Temperature difference up-to 5 degrees between inside and outside. Lowered Power Bills: Reduction in power bills due to lowered energy consumption. PP nonwovens sandwiched with highly reflective Aluminum sheet for thermal insulation of buildings 55. Garment bag Top Side BOPP, Bottom Side NW PP Zipper (Closing & Opening) D Cut for Ease of Carrying 56. Gloves Clean room application 57. Collapsible Wardrobes Good for people who are on transfers, rent 58. Table cover Untapped Potential 59. Many more. 60. Kids tent Floor mob Cover spare wheel CD cover Chef cap Mattress cover Many more. 61. Garden cover Agri- fleece Spring pocketSofa Spring pocket Home garden cover Nursery cover Many more. 62. RILs Initiatives 63. Awareness creation Farmer Meets Publishing brochures in local language Joint programme with nodal agencies Demonstrative trials in farms 64. Agro textiles Live Demo PP Nonwoven crop cover : Jaipur 65. Market is scattered all over India Crop cover & other semi-durable applications getting momentum Single-use disposables - Face mask, head covers and shoe covers - started getting recognized Single-use / Disposable pricing is a key factor in decision making Private hospitals are beginning to use disposable drapes and gowns Path forward Focus on increasing market size Fabrication drives new markets Significant Marketing & Education effort needed to increase awareness Sum up - Indian Market Trends 66. Thank You