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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 01, 2021
Filed:
Mar. 06, 2017
Drylock Technologies NV, Zele, BE;
Marleen Van De Maele, Buggenhout, BE;
ROMANOVA BVBA STARTER, Buggenhout, BE;
Abstract
The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for forming a composite structure, preferably for use in an absorbent structure used within the personal hygiene industry, such as for instance feminine hygiene garments, baby diapers and pants and adult incontinence garments. The present invention preferably provides a method and apparatus for depositing and positioning particulate materials in a desired pattern onto a moving carrier layer. The method allows accurate forming of a pattern of particulate material clusters at high production speed having improved attachment properties, with reduced raw material usage and relative low cost. The present invention foresees in the need for improved thin, flexible, lightweight absorbent structure having optimal absorption, distribution and retention.