The world leading company for bicomponent fibers

Global Product Platform

ES FiberVisions is a global supplier of synthetic bicomponentfibers. The company utilizes its proprietary technology portfolioand state of the art manufacturing facilities to develop andsupply innovative products for customers. Strategically locatedproduction and commercial sites allow ES FiberVisions to bethe only bicomponent fiber supplier offering global productplatforms. A broad product portfolio, which includes variouspolymer combinations, coupled with superior customertechnical service and product quality differentiates ESFiberVisions from the competition.

Our mission is to be the global leader in the supply of syntheticbicomponent fibers. We will offer innovative, leading edgeproducts and services that enhance our customer's process orapplication.

Our vision is to continuously improve shareholder value. Wewill accomplish this by leveraging our competitive strengths ofproprietary technology, brand recognition, distribution channels,and a global manufacturing base. This will allow us to increaseEVA (Economic Value Added), penetrate new market segments,and strengthen barriers to entry.

ES FiberVisions

USA

Japan

Denmark

China

The Mission

The Vision

ES FiberVisions is a venture of FiberVisions, L.L.C., a whollyowned subsidiary of Hercules Incorporated, and ChissoCorporation to develop and market bicomponent fibers foruse in hygienic and other applications on a worldwide basis,excluding Japan. FiberVisions and Chisso incorporates all oftheir bicomponent fiber operations and activities into the jointventure.

The Venture

Chisso Corporation produces a comprehensive range of basicchemicals, plastics, fibers and other products for leadingindustries in Japan and abroad. Chisso continues to enhancethe reputation for technological excellence by pioneeringdevelopment in bicomponent fibers, and liquid crystal technol-ogies widely employed in advanced electronics fields. Chissohas headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, and manufacturing facilitiesin Moriyama, Shiga, Prefecture, and Guangzhou, China.

Chisso

FiberVisions is the world’s largest producer of polypropylenestaple fiber, serving major markets for disposable diapersand other hygienic products; it also produces textile fiberfor automotive, decorative and industrial applications.FiberVisions has headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, andmanufacturing facilities in Athens and Covington, Georgia;Suzhou, China, and Varde, Denmark.

FiberVisions

Hercules manufactures chemical specialties used in making avariety of products for home, offices and industrial markets.Hercules’ focus is on sustainable, long-term growth inshareholder value, driven by concentration on the customer,new product innovation and continuous improvement inmanufacturing costs.

Hercules

Advanced Multifunctional Fibers

Bicomponent Fibers

Various grades with enhanced qualities to meet any requirementsfor production of:

Coverstock for diapers and sanitary napkinsFiltersCushion materialWrapping/packing materialsWet tissuesSeparatorsTea bagsIndustrial materialsAgricultural suppliesHardboardWiping productsSurgical bandages etc.

Markets

* S/S: Side by Side • S/C: Sheath and Core • Splittable: Pie-Shape

Bicomponent fibers from ES FiberVisions are very advancedmultifunctional fibers. Manufactured from two different poly-mers, customers have the opportunity of using the polymersfor different purposes.

In general, bicomponent fibers are developed for carded,thermal-bonded systems and airlaid and wetlaid systems.

Polymer Cross Section * Product Name Special Notes

PE/PP S/S ESES-UB Spiral CrimpEA Low Melt Sheath

S/C ESCES-C CureES-Tendon C Increased strength of point-bonded NWES-Lowmelt Bonding <100°CEAC Low Melt SheathEKC Super Adhesion

ES® FIBER Eccentric ESC-SB Increase Bulk (Wavy Crimp)Eccentric ES- Delta Increase BulkEccentric ESC-UB Increase Bulk (Spiral Crimp)

AL-Adhesion Cellulose / Natural Fiber BinderPBF Cellulose BinderAL-Special Binder for Airlaid and WetlaidAL-Delta Increase bulk in Airlaid NW

Splittable EDC 17 SegmentsCo-PP/PP S/C TPC PP BicomponentPE/PET S/C ETC High ResiliencyPE/PE S/C Ultra Soft

Product development

Production Methods

ES FiberVisions has developed bicomponent fibers that areexcellent at providing maximum strength and dust reductionin airlaid products made of fluff pulp. These fibers also providegood wet strength and processing on airlaid equipment.By changing the sheath / core ratio, type of fiber, and blendlevels, nonwovens with diversified textures can be produced.

Our bicomponent fibers are used for reinforcing paper andfor superior wetlaid nonwovens. To match the requirements ofgood dispersability in the process and enhanced performancein the finished product, we tailor a fiber solution based onfiber denier, cut length, crimp level and wettability.The bicomponent fibers create a strong network throughoutthe product and improve the wet strength and integrity of theproduct. They may also be used to provide heat sealabilityand other properties.

Airlaid

Wetlaid

One of the most common methods used in manufacturing thenonwoven fabrics with bicomponent fibers involves thermalbonding of the carded webs by such processes as through-airbonding, calender bonding (flat roll & embossed roll), etc. Thethrough-air bonding is suitable for producing a bulky nonwovenfabric, multilayered products, and composites.

Carded

ES FiberVisions is a dynamic and growing company dedicatedto developing innovative products to meet customers’ needs.Pilot facilities in Japan, Denmark and the US benefit fromclose ties to original equipment manufacturers, allowing aunique opportunity for the company to be the first in theindustry in providing the products of tomorrow.

Our global manufacturing presence helps us to deliver thesenew products at the lowest possible cost. With over 25 yearsof advancement in the bicomponent fiber field to draw upon,the company excels in researching new fiber designs andnew fiber finishes to meet customers’ requirements andtimetables. Excellence and integrity in engineering design setES FiberVisions ahead in research and manufacturing.

The Productsof Tomorrow

ES Fibervisions produces a wide range of bicomponent fibers and can design afiber to meet your needs. Our product capabilities include:

Concentric, Eccentric, Side-by-Side and Splittable.Cross-sections

High Density PE, Low Density PE, Linear Low DensityPE, Co-polypropylene and EVA.

Sheath Materials

Polypropylene, Polyester, Polyethylene.Core Materials

75/25 to 25/75Sheath /Core Ratios

Hydrophilic, Durable Hydrophilic, Rapid Strike Thru,Hydrophobic, Wet Lay, FDA Cleared

Finishes

0.5-100+Deniers

Zigzag, Eccentric, Spiral (maximum bulk)Crimp Types

Cut Lengths Staple Fiber = 38 mm to 128 mmShort Cut Fiber = 3 mm to 24 mm

Color, Adhesion additive for celluloseReduced flammability, etc.

Additives

Product Capabilities

ConcentricCross-section

EccentricCross-section

Side-by-Side

17 Section PieSplittable

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ES FIBERVISIONS, Inc.1885 Olympic Drive AthensGA 30601USATel.: int. +1 706 357 5139Fax: int. +1 706 357 5101jim.bennewitz@fibervisions.com

ES FIBERVISIONS ApsEngdraget 22DK-6800 VardeDenmarkTel.: int. +45 7994 2200Fax: int. +45 7994 2201niels.christensen@fibervisions.dkwww.fibervisions.dk

ES FIBERVISIONS Hong Kong LimitedRoom 601, 6/FLi Po Chun Chambers189 Des Voeux Road CentralHong KongTel.: int. +852 2970 5555Fax: int. +852 2970 5678ko@esfibervisions.com.hk

Chisso CorporationTokyo Bldg. 7-3Marunouchi-2-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8333Tel.: +81-3-3284-8411 Fax: +81-3-3284-8412www.chisso.co.jp

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