초록 ▼

A hook fastener member having rows of molded hook-shaped fastener elements that lie in planes aligned with the rows, with generally planar plate portions at the outermost ends of at least some of the fastener elements, the plate portions lying generally parallel to the base of the fastener member. T

A hook fastener member having rows of molded hook-shaped fastener elements that lie in planes aligned with the rows, with generally planar plate portions at the outermost ends of at least some of the fastener elements, the plate portions lying generally parallel to the base of the fastener member. The plate portions can enhance engagement of the hook fastener members with mating loop fastener members, particularly with low loft non-woven loop fastener members. A method of making fastener members is provided. Molten resin is extruded and applied to a molding roller, creating preforms. The outermost portions of at least some of the preforms are flattened, thereby forming generally plate shaped portions. Disposable absorbent garments advantageously incorporate the hook fastener members.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A fastener member comprisinga base, andmultiple rows of fastener elements extending from said base and exposed for engagement with a fabric, each fastener element integrally molded with and extending from the base to a distal end, each fastener element molded to overhang

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A fastener member comprisinga base, andmultiple rows of fastener elements extending from said base and exposed for engagement with a fabric, each fastener element integrally molded with and extending from the base to a distal end, each fastener element molded to overhang the base in the direction of the rows to enable engagement of fabric fibers between the fastener element, as molded, and the base;at least some of the fastener elements each having a fiber-engaging plate portion at its distal end, the plate portion lying generally parallel to the base and overhanging the base in a direction perpendicular to its respective row of elements to enable additional engagement of fabric fibers between the plate portion and the base.