Method of forming rapidly disintegrating paper tubes

Details Method of forming rapidly disintegrating paper tubes Method of forming rapidly disintegrating paper tubes

1988-08-05

1989-10-10

Simmons, David

Adhesive bonding and miscellaneous chemical manufacture

Methods

Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor

156252, 156313, B32B 100

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048729337

ABSTRACT:
A method of forming a tube is disclosed which has the strength and stiffness required for a tampon applicator tube and which can rapidly disintegrate in water. A method including the steps of directing a web of paper, a web of adhesive film and a web of superabsorbent material on to a mandrel. Wrapping said webs on the mandrel to form a laminate, and then heating the laminate to form a seal between the various layers to produce a finished tube.

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