1. Compiled by Presentation on Disposable Medical & Personal Hygiene Textile Products Presented By Voltas Ltd November 18 th 2010

2. Compiled by Medical & Personal Hygiene Textiles Medical textiles is one of the major growth areas within technical textiles and the use of textile materials for medical and healthcare products ranges from Bleached cotton, simple gauze or bandage materials to scaffolds for tissue culturing and a large variety of prostheses for permanent body implants Medical Textile & Personal Hygiene Products are mostly manufactured using –Cotton Fiber –Cotton Yarn –Synthetic Materials

3. Compiled by Cotton Fiber Products Some Cotton Nonwoven Products Medical & Personal Hygiene Applications Cotton Rolls Cotton Pleats (Zig Zag) Cotton Balls Cotton Pads Alcohol Swabs Dental Rolls Cotton Buds Tampons Wound Care Management Non Adherent Pads Non Adherent Alcohol Swabs

4. Compiled by Cotton Fiber Products Some Cotton Nonwoven Products Baby diapers Feminine hygiene products Adult incontinence products Dry and wet wipes Training pants Cosmetic removal pads Nursing pads Nasal strips Adhesive for dental plates Disposable underwear Wipes Industrial wipes Surgical wipes

5. Compiled by Medical Surgical: disposable caps, gowns, masks and shoe covers Drapes, wraps and packs Sponges, dressings and wipes Bed linens Contamination control gowns Examination gowns Transdermal drug delivery Shrouds Underpads Procedure packs Heat packs Ostomy bag liners Fixation tapes Incubator mattresses Synthetic Fiber Products Wipes Industrial wipes Surgical wipes

6. Compiled by Cotton Yarn Products Gauze Swabs Gaped Gauze Sponge Fluff Gauze Swab Vaseline Gauze Swab Trach Sponge Gauze Balls Cotton Swabs Combine Dressing Lap Sponge Eye Pad Gauze Roll Gauze Bandage POP Bandages First Aid Adhesive Tapes

7. Compiled by Cotton Fiber Products

8. Compiled by Manufacturing Process (Absorbent Bleached Cotton) Mixing Machine Opening Machine Stamping Machine Hydro Extractor Bleaching Machine Cake Opener Conveyor Dryer Cleaning Machines B/R Drop & Card Flat Comber Noil Raw Cotton Cleaning Machines Bale Press

9. Compiled by Manufacturing Process (Semi finished Products) Mixing Opening Machine with Contamination Clearing Machine Carding Machines for Production of Web for Cotton Pads (Conventional Carding or Spun Lace) Carding Machines for Production of Thick Web for Zig Zag, Cotton Rolls & Dental Rolls Carding Machines for Production of Sliver For Cotton Balls & Buds Embossing of Web Out Put can be Sold or Go for Production of Finished Products Bleached Cotton After Dryer Go to Production of Finished Products Out Put can be Sold or Go for Production of Finished Products

10. Compiled by Manufacturing Process (Finished Products) Thick Cotton Web Sliver Cotton Web (Conventional Non Woven or Spun Lace) Cotton Pad by Cutting Cotton Pad By Punching Cotton Balls Cotton Buds Zig Zag (10-20 Cm) Zig Zag (10-20 Cm) Cotton Rolls of 4”.6”,8” Diameter Cotton Rolls of 10” & 14” Diameter

11. Compiled by Bleached Cotton Bleached cotton for production of Semi Finished & Finished products Hydrogen Peroxide Bleached Cotton Meet all international standard like BP, EP and JP

12. Compiled by B.P/E.P Norms for Bleached Cotton No.Test ParameterStandard Achievable Results 1. Physical Appearance Bleach white, soft fibrous material free from foreign matters Conforms 2. Color/Whiteness White comparable to standard White 3. Fiber Composition 100% Cotton Fiber Length/Micronaire Not more than 27mm 20mm Low Micronaire Value 4. Feel/Touch Scroopy 5. Acidity/Alkalinity No pink color developed in either solution No change in color developed 7. pH 6.0 - 8.0 7.08 8. Optical Brightening Agent None when examined under ultraviolet light None 9. Sinking Time in H2O 10 seconds 3.4 seconds 10. Absorbent Capacity Not less than 20 times of its weight in water 33.5

13. Compiled by 11. Ether-Soluble Substances 0.50% 0.28% 12. Water-Soluble Substances Not more than 0.60 % 0.35% 13. Alcohol Extract Colorless Conforms 14. Sulphated Ash 0.40% 0.22% 15. Microbial Requirements Total aerobic microbial count must not be more than 1000 cfu/g. and no pathogens 2 cfu/ml 16. Mercury None 17. Odor Odorless Conforms 18. Moisture Content 8% 7.4% B.P/E.P Norms for Bleached Cotton No.Test ParameterStandard Achievable Results

14. Compiled by Products from Web Cotton Rolls Made from International Quality Bleached cotton Can be with Interleaved paper 50 gms-1000 Gms Cotton Pleats Cotton Pleats folded With and without Pre Cut All sizes and different weight Convenient is use for Personal and Medical Use

15. Compiled by Tampons (Famine Hygiene)

16. Compiled by Different Type of Spun Lace Products Different Structures Single layer Double Layer Triple Layer Different Usages Medical Applications Personal Hygiene Personal Care

17. Compiled by Single Layer Products These Products as used mostly for Baby Diapers, Training pants Panty Liners, Sanitary Pads Layer of this is used on the portion touching Skin

18. Compiled by Cotton pads (Double & Triple Layer Products) Manufactured by Conventional or Spunlace Technology Made in all shapes like –Round –Rectangular –Oval Can be embossed

19. Compiled by Dental Usages Cotton Dental Roll Used in Dental Surgery Used where absorbency and Cushioning is required Cotton Pellets Used in Dental Surgery Used where absorbency and Cushioning is required Different Sizes from 1mm – 8 mm

20. Compiled by Products from Sliver Cotton Balls Cotton Buds Can be produced in White or Colored Made from 100% cotton as per EP, BP and WHO standard Used for both Medical and Personal care applications Made from 100% cotton as per EP, BP and WHO standard Used for both Medical and Personal care applications

21. Compiled by Major Problem faced in conventional products While using cotton roll, zig zag, pad or cotton balls in cleaning the wound, cotton sticks to wound. Some times it increases the infection. This also lead to delay in healing process. Special Applications Wound Care Management

22. Compiled by Solution for the Problem Use of special cotton pads which are Non Adherent. Cotton from these pads does not stick to wound and absorb blood. These are made from special patented technology.

23. Compiled by Cotton Yarn Products

24. Compiled by Gauze Swab 100%Cotton Absorbency ≤ 3s Whiteness Level≥ 82% A Soft and Avoids the Secondary Damage to Wound Tissue Low lint Levels to Eliminate Lint in the Wound Cavity Protects the Medical Environment Renewable and Easy to Recycle An X-Ray Thread Incorporated into the Sponge Decreases the Risk During Surgery Sterile Pack is Safe and Convenient

25. Compiled by Different Type of Gauzes Gaped Gauze Sponge Fluff Gauze Swab 100% Cotton Absorbency ≤2s Whiteness ≥ 85%A Uniform Weight Soft and Highly Absorbent Manufactured of Prewashed Fluff Dried Woven Gauze and Protection for Sensitive Wound Areas

26. Compiled by Vaseline Gauze Swab Eye Pad Soft and Fluffy Soft Cotton Fibres Decrease Damage to Wound Tissue Different Type of Gauzes Specialized Contoured Design for Eye Care Improves Patient Comfort and Wear Ability Effectively Absorbs Exudates from the Eye Ready to use, Sterile Pack is Safe and Convenient

27. Compiled by Trach SpongeCotton Swabs High Absorbency and Breathability Soft and Comfortable. Ease the Pain of Patients Soft and 100% all Natural White Fibre Highly Absorbent Different Type of Gauzes

28. Compiled by Gauze Roll Gauze Bandage 100% Cotton Available in a Wide Range of Standard Size and Plies 100% Cotton High Breathability Applicable to Infirmary and First Aid Used for the Fixing and Holding of Injured Joint or Fractured Part Soft and Comfortable Different Type of Gauzes

29. Compiled by Gauze Balls 100% Cotton Gauze Yarn With or Without X-Ray Detectable Yam Combines Superior Quality with Assured Economy Different Shape of Gauze Balls Round gauze ball Oval gauze ball Flat gauze ball Strip form Gauze Ball Hat form Gauze Ball Preparation Form Petal Form

30. Compiled by Combine Dressing 100% Absorbent Cotton The Best Design of Increasing the Liquid Absorption Keeps the Wound Dry and Promotes the Wound Healing High Breathability, Comfortable Consistent Absorbency

31. Compiled by Plaster Of Paris Bandage (POP)

32. Compiled by First Aid Adhesive Tapes

33. Compiled by Lap Sponge 100% Cotton Made of the Finest All-Cotton Gauze with Long Staple Cotton Sponge are Chlorine-Free for Safety Prewashed to Help Reduce Lint and Loose Threads Each Sponge Features a Cotton Loop for Easy Location and Retrieval During Surgery

34. Compiled by Non Woven Products Non-Woven Swab Non-Woven Ball 70% Rayon + 30% Polyester Soft and Highly Absorbent No Lint 70% Rayon +30% Polyester Soft, Highly Absorbent Uniform Weight No Lint

35. Compiled by Products from Synthetic Materials

36. Compiled by Products Used in Cosmetic & Hygiene Textiles Personal Wipes are used for wide applications in wet and dry formats. This can be made as scented, Antibacterial, biodegradable. These are used from Restaurant tables to service in Airlines

37. Compiled by Production Flow Chart (SMMS) Non-woven Spunbond Fabric The process flow chart for manufacturing non-woven by spun bond technology is shown below.

38. Compiled by SMMS Products BVB trilaminate structure BVB fabric is a trilaminate polypropylene composite material with breathable monolithic film. It is strong with good softness, high breathability, and provides excellent barrier properties. The outer layer provides strength The middle layer is a responsive, monolithic membrane that provides an impervious barrier and remains breathable at all times. The inner layer provides a soft touch to the wearer’s skin

39. Compiled by Drape and gown fabrics The benefits of our drape and gown fabrics include: Customized level of barrier protection (viral, bacterial and fluid) Compatibility with most sterilization processes Single use: no compromise on quality Excellent drape ability Comfort Virtually lint-free Compliance with global standards SMMS Products

40. Compiled by Bed Sheets Applications include: beauty salons hospitals medical practices professional SMMS Products

41. Compiled by Depilation Many different kinds of depilatory strips can be made to meet all needs: Strips available in the standard size but can be developed in different sizes to meet your needs All of our strips are gentle to the skin Compatible with all different kind of wax: sugar, oriental, perfumed, hot, cold etc No bleed through No delamination No wax residues SMMS Products

42. Compiled by Facemask cover Facemask inner and outer cover stock is a lightweight and highly breathable wet laid fabric. It has been designed to be gentle and not to irritate the skin even when worn for long periods of time. The benefits of facemask cover stock include  Gentle  Non-irritant  Compatible with printing processes  Easy to process  Suitable for thermal bonding / ultrasonic assembly SMMS Products

43. Compiled by Infection Prevention Viral Barrier (BVB) helps protect against the following infectious diseases Avian Influenza Creutzfeldt Jakobs Disease Healthcare Associated Infections Hepatitis HIV and AIDS MRSA SARS SMMS Products

44. Compiled by Sterile Barrier Systems Sterile Barrier Systems (SBS) are at the forefront of patient safety and the upholding of international guidelines and universal precautions. These fabrics are designed to protect a wide variety of medical devices. SMMS Products

45. Compiled by Baby Diapers This is one of the major application of Non Woven Products. India is positioned to be one of the biggest consumer of this product in near future. SMMS Products

46. Compiled by Forward In Indian Market SMMS Products are in nascent stage and Major International has already started production in India to give Indian Medical Professionals a truly world class products. For the production of Cotton and Fiber related products there is urgent need to upgrade manufacturing facilities to produce products as per International standards. Increasing Medical Tourism and World Class Hospitals will further demand Good Quality products. There is gap between present available products and requirements of Medical professionals.

47. Compiled by There is need to understand the requirements of Medical Professionals and develop products as per their need. We are ready to work as a Bridge between Medical Industry and Indian Textile Industry for Filling this gap. Forward

48. Compiled by Thank You Questions ???