WORLD OF WIPES INNOVATION AWARD^®

The World of Wipes Innovation Award^® recognizes and rewards innovation within the entire wipes value chain that utilizes nonwoven fabric/technology in a way that expands the usage of nonwovens.  Presented annually at the World of Wipes (WOW^®) International Conference, eligible categories include, but are not limited to:  raw materials, roll goods, converting, packaging, active ingredients, binders, additives and end-use products. 

Award Finalists

Berk International, LLC - Food Fresh Liners

Food Fresh liners are the first nonwovens that can absorb accumulated moisture in sealed produce packages and reduce wilting and spoilage. The product reduces consumer produce waste by keeping produce fresher for a longer period of time,

ITW Pro Brands - DETEX® Metal Detectable Scouring Pad 

The DETEX® Metal Detectable Scouring Pad is designed to be detected by metal detectors currently in place in most food production facilities and minimize the risk of foreign object contamination. The base is a nylon needlepunched nonwoven within a resin system with abrasive particles sprayed onto the web.

Lonza LLC - NUGEN® NR Disinfectant Wipe

The NUGEN® NR Disinfectant Wipe is designed to be a one-step no-rinse food contact surface disinfectant, cleaning and disinfecting the surface without detergent pre-clean or potable water-rinse requirements. Also, the wipe kills a broad set of bacteria and viruses such as Norovirus – a key food safety gap not addressed by pre-saturated food contact surface sanitizing wipes.

The World of Wipes Innovation Award recognizes products or technology innovations within the entire wipes value chain that expands the use of nonwoven fabrics and demonstrates advancements in creativity, novelty of approach, uniqueness, and technical sophistication. The winner will be announced Thurs., August 27th.