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Airlaid & Non-Woven Products: Linen-Like Napkins and Wipers
Offshore sources airlaid and non-woven products for foodservice, hospitality, industrial and facility buyers: linen-like airlaid napkins and guest towels with the look and feel of cloth, plus spunlace, airlaid, viscose and meltblown wipers as rolls, flat packs, quarter-fold, interfold or centerpull. One material family from one supply partner, specified to the absorbency, strength and cost your application needs. Use this page to work out what to specify before you request a quote.
Specification
What you specify
Values below are typical options for the category. Every order is quoted to your written spec.
| Parameter | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Substrate | Spunlace, airlaid, DRC or meltblown |
| Basis weight | Typically 40 to 90 gsm for light to medium duty, up to 150 gsm or more for heavy-duty grades |
| Format | Roll, centerpull roll, quarter-fold or flat pack |
| Sheet size | Typically 9 to 13 inches wide by 12 to 17 inches long, exact size specified per order |
| Color | White, blue or custom, specified per order |
| Fiber blend | Wood pulp, polyester, polypropylene or blends |
| Case pack | Specified per order |
Formats
Formats we source
Linen-like airlaid napkins and guest towels
Dinner napkins and guest towels in airlaid with a cloth-like hand, plain or printed, for hospitality and upscale foodservice.
Spunlace wipers
Hydroentangled non-woven wipers, sold as rolls or folded stacks, valued for strength and softness.
Airlaid wipers
Bulky, absorbent non-woven wipers used where high liquid pickup matters.
DRC (double re-creped) wipers
Double re-creped wipers built for durability and repeat use.
Meltblown wipers
Fine-fiber non-woven wipers, often used for fine particulate or oil pickup.
Centerpull wiper rolls
Roll format pulled from the center, common on wall-mounted or cart-mounted dispensers.
Quarter-fold and flat pack wipers
Folded or interfolded wipers packed flat for cart and pocket use.
How we source it
How Offshore handles airlaid & non-woven products
Substrate, basis weight, sheet size and folding style are confirmed on a spec sheet before Offshore requests factory quotes.
You approve a sample roll or pack before production begins.
Offshore audits the factory and reviews a pre-production sample against your spec.
In-process and pre-shipment inspection uses AQL sampling to check basis weight, sheet size and folding accuracy.
Offshore prepares the full import documentation, including commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, ISF and HTS classification, and manages customs entry through a licensed broker.
You manage the substrate spec, the factory relationship, the inspection and the paperwork through one Offshore contact, rather than coordinating a separate forwarder and overseas supplier.
- Industrial and automotive wipe-down
- Foodservice kitchen and prep-area cleaning
- Healthcare and janitorial cleaning carts
- Print shop and general facility maintenance
- Absorbent wipers for spill control
Typical values only. Every order is quoted to the buyer's written specification.
Questions
Common questions
What is the difference between spunlace and airlaid wipers?
Spunlace wipers are made by hydroentangling fibers into a strong, cloth-like sheet, which holds up well to repeated wiping. Airlaid wipers are bulkier and built for high absorbency in a single use. The right choice depends on whether the application needs durability or liquid pickup.
Can wipers be sourced in custom colors or sizes?
Yes, color and sheet size can be set per order depending on the factory's capability and the substrate chosen. These details should be part of your initial spec so Offshore can quote accurately.
How is wiper quality checked before shipment?
A sample is approved before production, then Offshore inspects in-process and pre-shipment using AQL sampling. This checks basis weight, sheet size and folding against the agreed spec.
What information should I include in a wiper request for quote?
Include the substrate, basis weight, sheet size, format, color, fiber blend, case pack and destination port. This lets Offshore identify the right factory and return an accurate quote.
What are DRC wipers used for?
DRC, or double re-creped, wipers are built for durability and repeat use, which is why they show up often in industrial wipers wholesale programs where a wiper gets reused during a shift. Offshore sources DRC alongside spunlace, airlaid and meltblown substrates depending on the application.
Further reading
Guides for airlaid & non-woven products buyers
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