Diaper chassis feeder – Feeds the base diaper chassis from a roll onto the machine. The chassis contains the breathable outer cover material and elastic waistbands.
Adhesive applicator
Applies hot-melt adhesive to the areas where the absorbent core and other parts will be attached.
Absorbent core feeder
Feeds the absorbent core pad made of materials like fluff pulp and superabsorbent polymers onto the chassis. The core is secured to the chassis by the adhesive.
Topsheet applicator
Applies the inner topsheet layer that will make contact with the baby’s skin. It is attached to the chassis to encase the absorbent core.
Barrier leg cuff attacher
Attaches the standing inner leg cuffs that help prevent leakage. The cuffs are secured to the chassis on both sides of the diaper.
Side sealers
Seal the sides of the diaper using heat and pressure to bond the outer cover and topsheet together. This forms the typical contoured shape of a diaper.
Tape applicator
Applies adhesive tabs or hook and loop fasteners to the back waistband of the diaper which will be used to close the diaper.
Cutting unit
Uses a hot wire or blade to cut the continuous diaper web into individual diapers. Perforations are also sometimes created between diapers.
Stacking unit
Neatly stacks and piles the cut diapers ready for packaging.
Control panel
Computerized control panel monitors and controls the speeds, temperatures and functions of the various components to ensure proper operation.
The high speed and automation of The main components and process of a typical full servo motor Baby Diaper Machine allow mass production of diapers at a low cost. The output of a modern diaper machine can be 500-1000 diapers per minute. Some machines are highly flexible allowing quick product changes and the production of different diaper types.