Application of non-woven fabrics in automobiles

From cockpit filters and seat covers to trunk liners, sound insulation felts and carpet cloths, nonwovens play an important role in the automotive market. In China, according to the current annual output of 700,000 cars, the annual demand for non-woven sound insulation felt will reach about 2.45 million square meters. In the 2000-2005 China 'Textile Industry Science and Technology Development Project GuideInterior materials, flame-retardant, anti-static car woven decorative fleece materials, fiber-based composite materials for structural interiors. The goal is to replace imports and match the interior decoration fabrics of cars, which meet the requirements of luxury, comfort and safety, and its flame retardant performance and antistatic performance have reached the leading level in China.

Applied to automotive components more than 40 years ago, nonwovens can be used for sound insulation, air filtration, thermal insulation, reinforcement, as well as improving occupant comfort and reliability. In addition to these advantages, nonwovens are considered economical materials by many automotive companies due to their strength and durability. As the use of nonwovens in automobiles continues to grow, competition among coil manufacturers participating in this market is also intensifying, and research and development efforts in this area are also intensifying.