Surgical gowns are vital for caregiver protection against fluid contamination during surgery, and since gowns are for extended periods comfort is essential. These two features are the key elements that assure professionals of freedom, flexibility and peace of mind during surgery.

Ahlstrom offers a wide range of single-use medical fabrics designed to deliver the highest levels of protection and performance required by surgical gown and apparel applications. Our unique portfolio of technologies offers a variety of materials ranging from SMS, SMS Soft, Spunlace to spunmelt composites such as our BVB™ Breathable Viral Barrier and other film-based composites.

Fabric benefits include

• Customized levels of barrier protection (viral, bacterial, particulate, and fluid)
• Excellent drapeability and user comfort
• Virtually lint-free
• Alcohol repellent or antistatic treatments
• Compatible with all standard sterilization processes
• Compliance with global standards

Ahlstrom’s diverse range of single-use medical fabrics includes materials designed for conversion into drapes, gowns, facemasks, protective apparel and sterilization wrapping of medical devices. These fabrics meet the demands of hospitals and medical device manufacturers throughout the world. They guarantee safety of patients and medical staff thanks to superior levels of infection control, sterility and efficiency.