**Fiber Selection for the Production of Nonwovens**

Nazan Avcioglu Kalebek and Osman Babaarslan

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http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/61977

#### **Abstract**

The most significant feature of nonwoven fabric is made directly from fibers in a continu‐ ous production line. While manufacturing nonwovens, some conventional textile opera‐ tions, such as carding, drawing, roving, spinning, weaving or knitting, are partially or completely eliminated. For this reason the choice of fiber is very important for nonwoven manufacturers. The commonly used fibers include natural fibers (cotton, jute, flax, wool), synthetic fibers (polyester (PES), polypropylene (PP), polyamide, rayon), special fibers (glass, carbon, nanofiber, bi-component, superabsorbent fibers). Raw materials have not only delivered significant product improvements but also benefited people using these products by providing hygiene and comfort.

**Keywords:** Fiber, natural fibers, synthetic fibers, nonwoven fabrics, polypropylene (PP)
