SMS Nonwoven Fabric Manufacturer India — Spunbond Meltblown Spunbond
SMS (Spunbond–Meltblown–Spunbond) nonwoven fabric is a three-layer composite where outer spunbond layers provide strength and abrasion resistance while the inner meltblown layer delivers bacterial filtration (BFE 98–99%) and fluid barrier performance. SMS is the standard material for disposable surgical gowns (AAMI PB70 Level 1–3), procedural face masks, sterile drapes, and medical packaging. Favourite Fab manufactures SMS nonwoven in 20–60 GSM from its Agra facility.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| GSM | 20–60 GSM |
| Construction | Spunbond + Meltblown + Spunbond |
| BFE | 98–99% (ASTM F2101) |
| Hydrostatic head | 20–70 cmH₂O |
| Width | 160–260 cm |
| AAMI Level | 1–3 depending on GSM |
| MOQ | 500 kg |
Applications
Surgical gowns (Level 1–3), procedural face masks, medical drapes, sterile packaging, isolation gowns.
Source from Favourite Fab
Direct manufacturer Agra, India. Custom GSM/width. COA per batch. Sample 3–5 days. See: spunbond nonwoven fabric manufacturer India. Related: medical nonwoven fabric.
Frequently Asked Questions
What AAMI PB70 level does SMS achieve?
SMS 20–40 GSM: Level 1–2. SMS 40–60 GSM with optimised meltblown: Level 2–3. SSMMS (5-layer) required for Level 4. Level is determined by hydrostatic head resistance and BFE — not GSM alone.
What is the BFE of SMS nonwoven?
BFE (Bacterial Filtration Efficiency) of SMS nonwoven: 98–99% at standard meltblown weight. BFE ≥99% achievable with heavier meltblown layer (15–20 GSM meltblown in 40–50 GSM total SMS).
How is SMS different from SSMMS?
SMS = 3 layers (1 meltblown). SSMMS = 5 layers (2 meltblown). SSMMS has higher hydrostatic head (70–120 cmH₂O vs 20–70) and BFE ≥99.9% — required for AAMI Level 3–4 high-risk surgical applications.
B2B Applications & End-Uses
SMS nonwoven — Spunbond-Meltblown-Spunbond, three-layer composite construction — is the global standard substrate for AAMI PB70 Level 1 and Level 2 medical apparel, disposable hygiene products, and a range of industrial protective applications. As a direct India manufacturer, Favourite Fab eliminates the import premium and extended lead times that hospital procurement departments and OEM converters face when sourcing SMS from overseas suppliers, without compromising on the technical specification that institutional buyers require.
Surgical gown and drape converting is the primary commercial application for medical-grade SMS. AAMI PB70 Level 1 gowns — used in basic care, standard isolation, and low-risk clinical procedures — specify SMS at 25–40 GSM with hydrostatic head performance above the Level 1 threshold. Level 2 gowns for moderate-risk procedures require higher hydrostatic head values and are typically produced from 40–60 GSM SMS. Indian hospital procurement increasingly requires ISI certification (IS 17334: Non-woven Fabrics for Medical Purposes) alongside or in place of AAMI documentation, and Favourite Fab maintains domestic certification to support government and institutional tender requirements.
Disposable coverall manufacturing for industrial and cleanroom applications represents the second major SMS application segment. Type 5 and Type 6 chemical protective coveralls per EN ISO 13982 and EN 13034 use SMS constructions in the 40–70 GSM range. The meltblown core layer provides particulate and liquid barrier performance; the spunbond outer layers deliver mechanical strength and surface durability. For pharmaceutical cleanroom coveralls, SMS is specified alongside SMS-PE laminate variants depending on cleanroom classification and chemical splash risk level.
Hygiene product backsheet and ADL (acquisition distribution layer) applications use hydrophilic and hydrophobic SMS variants respectively. Backsheet SMS (typically 18–30 GSM, hydrophobic) provides the liquid-impervious outer layer of sanitary pads and baby diapers. Face mask outer shell applications (EN 14683 Type IIR, ASTM F2100 Level 2) use SMS at 20–30 GSM for the outer filtration-contributing layer. Favourite Fab supplies standard white and custom colour SMS rolls in widths compatible with major converting line formats.
Certifications & Quality Assurance
SMS nonwoven production at Favourite Fab is covered by ISI certification (IS 17334) for Indian medical procurement channels, alongside AAMI PB70 barrier performance testing for export and private label medical apparel programmes. Test parameters per production lot COA include: basis weight (GSM ± tolerance), hydrostatic head (AATCC 127 / ISO 811), tensile strength and elongation (MD/CD, ISO 9073-3), and burst strength (ISO 9073-6). For face mask substrate supply, bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE, ASTM F2101) and differential pressure data are available on request.
All production is traceable to raw polymer lot. MSDS and REACH compliance documentation accompanies export shipments. For government tender supply within India, price reasonableness and ISI certification documentation are maintained as standard. Retained samples from each production lot are archived for 24 months for traceability and customer audit support.
More Questions Answered
What is the difference between hydrophobic and hydrophilic SMS, and which should I specify?
Hydrophobic SMS repels aqueous liquids and is specified for surgical gown outer shells, protective coveralls, and hygiene product backsheets where liquid barrier performance is the primary function. Hydrophilic SMS allows liquid to pass through and is used in hygiene acquisition layers, wipe substrates, and applications where fluid transport rather than barrier is required. Both variants are produced from the same base SMS construction with surface finish applied during production. Specify the end-use application at RFQ stage and our technical team will confirm the appropriate surface treatment.
Does Favourite Fab supply SMS nonwoven that meets ISI certification for government hospital tenders?
Yes. SMS nonwoven compliant with IS 17334 (Non-woven Fabrics for Medical Purposes) with ISI certification is available for supply to government hospital procurement tenders in India. ISI certification documentation, test reports from BIS-recognised laboratories, and tender-compliant packaging are provided. Customers participating in government GeM (Government e-Marketplace) or state procurement tenders should contact our institutional sales team for documentation package details.
What roll widths and core dimensions are standard for SMS nonwoven supply?
Standard roll widths range from 160 cm to 320 cm depending on converting line requirements. Custom slit widths are available for customers with specific machine feed requirements. Standard core internal diameter is 76 mm (3 inch) or 152 mm (6 inch); maximum roll weight is discussed at order stage based on logistics and converting line capacity. Width tolerance is ±1 cm from specified width.
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