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Wet Wipes for Personal Hygiene and Home Care
The article describes which main components are included in the impregnating composition for wet wipes (hygienic, medical and cleaning). The importance of choosing suitable nonwovens for various types of wet wipes, as well as packaging, is shown to preserve the hygiene and humidity of these products during use.
RESEARCH
Turning Waste into Treasure: Flushable Wet Wipes Prepared from Corn Stalk
In study, corn stalks were used as a raw material to explore the whole process of making wipes: from pulp to pulp board to washable wipes. The optimal preparation process of the corn stalk pulp was obtained, including the alkali treatment and the bleaching parameters. The performance of the corn stalk pulp board is comparable to that of a commercialized wood pulp board. With 12.5% poloxamer as a binder, the wet wipes prepared (in a ratio of corn stalk fiber to Lyocell fiber of seven to three) can be completely dispersed. More importantly, their tensile strength in a wet state reached 179.00 N/m, which meets the requirements for actual use. The liquid absorption of the wipes was 625.24%, which was comparable to the commercially available products. In summary, the flushable wet wipes prepared in this study take advantage of the characteristics of temperature-sensitive adhesives to maintain their wet strength while ensuring 100% dispersibility, achieving a balance between flushable performance and wet strength, which realizes the transformation of corn stalk from an agricultural waste resource into a treasure. Alkali is used to treat the raw corn stalk. Although the amount of alkali was controlled to be as little as possible in the current process, it’s better to reduce the number of chemicals in further studies for the sake of environmental protection and cost reduction.
MARKETING
Female Sanitary Pads Market: Features and Prospects
The global feminine hygiene products market size Technavio estimates to grow at a CAGR of USD 14.44 billion during 2024-2028. The market is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate of over 6.73% during the forecast period. In Russia, the feminine hygiene market revenue in 2024 was USD 1.24 billion. It is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.74% (CAGR 2024-2029).
ACTUALLY
Production of Diapers in Russia
The article examines the features of the Russian market for baby diapers and the nuances of organizing the production of products in this category
Robots in the Cleaning Service
Robotics have been used in professional cleaning for several years. What innovations are emerging in the industry?
experience
Drylock Technologies – Success Story
In just eleven years, Bart Van Malderen has built a profitable diaper company with a turnover exceeding 1 billion euros. What is the key to Drylock Technologies’ success? Look for answers in the material below.
Hygiene from the Chef: Best Practices for Organizing Hygiene in the Kitchen
In April, Lipetsk hosted an event for chefs and owners of catering establishments ProFORUM Chefs Team, organized by the Association of Chefs and Pastry Chefs of Russia Chefs Team Russia. Experts from the Tork brand shared with the event participants tips on organizing hygiene in a professional kitchen and talked about modern nonwoven materials used for this purpose.
trends
Russian Market of Roll-On Hygiene Products: Current Trends
The article analyzes the dynamics of market development roll hygiene products (sheets and napkins, towels, diapers, rags, toilet paper (from non-woven materials) and identified key trends in the development of this market.
Ingredients
Perlactic Acid: Features of the Synthesis of a Concentrated Product and Antimicrobial Effectiveness
Matveichuk Yu.V., PhD, Htad of Laboratory of LLC AN3, Minsk, Republic of Belarus
The synthesis of perlactic acid is described and its effectiveness is confirmed on some test cultures (S. Aureus, C. Albicans, A. Вrasiliensis, E. Coli, P. Aeruginosa, M. Terrae, B. Subtilis, ЕСНО 6) at 20 and 400C. Synthesis conditions: catalyst — concentrated sulfuric acid, stabilizer-complexing agent — a mixture of 60% etidronic (1-hydroxyethylidene-1,1-diphosphonic acid) and 85% orthophosphoric acids. The molar ratio of hydrogen peroxide (60%) to lactic acid is 3,63 : 1,00; hydrogen peroxide (50%) to lactic acid ˗ 3,03 : 1,00. Synthesis temperature 20– 220C. The reactor should be filled to no more than 50% of the total volume. The synthesis must be carried out under conditions of constant cooling and stirring. After completion of the synthesis, it is necessary to place the reaction mixture for maturation at a temperature of about 220C. The duration of perlactic acid maturation is 15–16 days. A synthesis of perlactic acid has been developed, which ensures the preparation of a drug with a concentration of 12–13% by weight, whih is superior to known analogues. At the end of the 6-month observation cycle at a temperature of 20–220C, the perlactic acid content was 6,5–7,0% wt., which is more than that of competing manufacturing companies.
cleanING
Products for Professional Cleaning: Features of Cleaning Various Rooms
Matveichuk Yu.V., PhD, Head of Laboratory of LLC AN3, Minsk, Republic of Belarus
Information on groups of products and their compositions for household cleaning – acidic, alkaline, neutral compositions is systematically provided, and product based on a non-aqueous is also briefly described. The main difference between cleaning premises in medical institution, public, commercial and office buildings is the combination of washing and disinfections. Information on the compositions of disinfectants that are applicable both at home and outside is provided. The modes of use of disinfectants and the list of objects to be treated are also indicated.
Cleaning of Offices and Premises: Trends for 2024
Modern health-conscious lifestyles, environmental awareness and increased demands for hygiene will create a number of trends in the cleaning industry. Experts have identified key trends in cleaning offices and premises in 2024.