HG-2400 SMS Nonwoven Fabric Making Machine
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HG-2400 SMS Nonwoven Fabric Making Machine

SMS/SMMS nonwoven fabric is a type of nonwoven fabric that is made by combining three layers of spunbond polypropylene fabric with one layer of meltblown polypropylene fabric. The resulting fabric has improved properties such as increased strength, durability, water resistance, and virus protection. The SMS nonwoven fabric is commonly used in the manufacturing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gowns, surgical masks, and isolation suits, as well as in medical and hygiene products, agricultural coverings, and industrial applications.
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SMS nonwoven fabric is a type of nonwoven fabric made from a combination of spunbond (S), meltblown (M), and spunbond (S) layers. The three layers are fused together using a thermal bonding process to create a material that is strong, durable, and resistant to liquids and other fluids.
SMS nonwoven fabric is commonly used in healthcare settings for protective clothing, surgical gowns, drapes, and other medical products due to its excellent barrier properties and ability to provide comfortable and breathable protection.

 

Model

Effective width

Daily capacity

Speed

Spinning system

GSM     Range  

Machine dimension Length*Width*Height

HG-1600S

1600MM

5000Kg

200M/Min

Spunbond

10-200

20*8*11 meter

HG-2400S

2400MM

7000Kg

20*11*11meter

HG-3200S

3200MM

10000Kg

20*15*11meter

HG-1600SS

1600MM

9000Kg

350M/Min

Spunbond

8-150

35*10*11meter

HG-2400SS

2400MM

13000Kg

35*12*11meter

HG-3200SS

3200MM

16000Kg

35*15*11meter

HG-1600SSS

1600MM

12000Kg

400M/Min

Spunbond

8-100

40*10*11meter

HG-2400SSS

2400MM

16000Kg

40*12*11meter

HG-3200SSS

3200MM

23000Kg

40*15*11meter

HG-1600SSS

1600MM

12000Kg

400M/Min

Spunbond

8-100

40*10*11meter

HG-2400SSS

2400MM

16000Kg

40*12*11meter

HG-3200SSS

3200MM

23000Kg

40*15*11meter

HG-1600SMS

1600MM

10000Kg

400M/Min

Spunbond/ Meltblown/ Spunbond

8-80

40*15*11meter

HG-2400SMS

2400MM

14000Kg

40*18*11meter

HG-3200SMS

3200MM

18000Kg

40*25*11meter

HG-1600SMMS

1600MM

12000Kg

500M/Min

Spunbond/Meltblown/Meltblown/Spunbond

8-80

45*15*11meter

HG-2400SMMS

2400MM

17000Kg

45*18*11meter

HG-3200SMMS

3200MM

23000Kg

45*25*11meter

 

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1. HG-2400 SMS - Complete Technical Specifications

Parameter HG-2400 SMS
Model HG-2400 SMS
Spinning System SMS - Spunbond + Meltblown + Spunbond (3 beams: S1 + M1 + S2)
Effective Width 2,400 mm
Production Speed (max) 400 m/min (theoretical); 250–350 m/min sustained at typical weights
Daily Output 14,000 kg (14 tons)
Annual Output ≈ 4,600 tons/year (330 days × 14t)
Fabric Weight Range 8 – 80 g/m²
Spunbond Extruders 2 × Ø150mm, L/D = 30:1
Meltblown Extruder 1 × Ø120mm, L/D = 28:1
Total Extruders 3 (2 spunbond + 1 meltblown)
Spunbond Melt Temperature 180 – 230°C
Meltblown Melt Temperature 200 – 260°C
Spunbond Filament Denier 1.6 – 2.0 den
Meltblown Fiber Diameter 2 – 5 μm (microfibers)
Meltblown Fiber Denier 0.01 – 0.5 den
Spunbond Spinneret Holes 3,000 – 5,000 holes/m per beam
Meltblown Die Width ≈ 2,400 mm
Installed Power ≈ 1,250 kVA
Running Power Consumption ≈ 700 – 1,000 kW
Specific Energy ≈ 1,200 – 1,600 kWh/ton
Machine Dimensions (L×W×H) 40 × 18 × 11 m
Machine Footprint ≈ 720 m²
Calender Type Heated double-roll, thermal oil, 130–160°C, line pressure 80–150 N/mm
Winding System Fully automatic, auto splicing, max roll Ø 2,000 mm, roll weight up to 3.5 tons
PLC / HMI Siemens S7-1500 PLC + WinCC HMI
Surface Inspection In-line camera-based defect detection (holes, spots, gels, weight variation)
Operators per Shift 5 – 6
Raw Material Spunbond: PP homopolymer, MFI 25–40 g/10min; Meltblown: PP, MFI 800–2,000 g/10min
Screen Changer Dual-column, 250-mesh, for each extruder
Melt Pump 3 gear pumps (one per beam), pressure fluctuation ≤ ±0.5%

2. Configuration Comparison at 2,400mm Width - SMS vs SMMS vs SSS

Parameter (at 2400mm) HG-2400 SS HG-2400 SMS HG-2400 SSS HG-2400 SMMS
Beam Configuration S1 + S2 S1 + M1 + S2 S1 + S2 + S3 S1 + S2 + M1 + M2
Total Beams 2 spunbond 2 SB + 1 MB 3 spunbond 2 SB + 2 MB
Daily Output 13 t 14 t 16 t 17 t
Line Speed (max) 350 m/min 400 m/min 400 m/min 500 m/min
Installed Power ≈ 350 kVA ≈ 1,250 kVA ≈ 800 kVA ≈ 1,700 kVA
Specific Energy 800–1,000 kWh/t 1,200–1,600 kWh/t 1,000–1,200 kWh/t 1,400–2,000 kWh/t
Min. Fabric Weight 8 g/m² 8 g/m² 8 g/m² 8 g/m²
Max. Fabric Weight 150 g/m² 80 g/m² 100 g/m² 80 g/m²
Barrier Properties (BFE) None ≥ 95% None ≥ 99%
Hydrostatic Head N/A ≥ 20–60 cm H₂O N/A ≥ 40–100 cm H₂O
Extruder Count 2 3 3 4
Machine Length 35 m 40 m 40 m 45 m
Machine Width 12 m 18 m 12 m 18 m
Investment Range $350K–450K $800K–1.2M $500K–650K $1.2M–1.8M
Best For Hygiene, packaging - no barrier Surgical gowns, masks, diapers - barrier Premium hygiene - high output, no barrier Premium medical - highest barrier

3. SMS Production Process - 10 Steps (S1 + M1 + S2)

Step Process Stage Technical Details
1 Polymer Preparation (×2 types) Spunbond resin: PP homopolymer chips, MFI 25–40 g/10min → 2 hoppers for S1 & S2. Meltblown resin: PP with MFI 800–2,000 g/10min → 1 hopper for M1. Color masterbatch and additives dosed by gravimetric metering (±0.5%)
2 Triple Melting & Extrusion 3 independent extruders: 2 × spunbond (Ø150mm, L/D=30:1) + 1 × meltblown (Ø120mm, L/D=28:1). Spunbond melt at 180–230°C; meltblown melt at 200–260°C. Each extruder has 6 heating zones with PID control (±1°C). Melt filtered through 250-mesh dual-column screen changer
3 Precision Metering (×3) 3 gear melt pumps maintain constant melt pressure (10–20 MPa); pressure fluctuation ≤ ±0.5%; ensures uniform filament/fiber denier across full 2,400mm width
4 S1 Spinning (Spunbond Beam 1) S1 spinneret (3,000–5,000 holes/m) extrudes continuous PP filaments; filament denier 1.6–2.0 den
5 S1 Quenching & Drawing Conditioned cross-flow air (20–25°C, 50–65% RH) cools S1 filaments; drawn by high-velocity suction air; deposited randomly onto forming wire as Layer 1
6 M1 Spinning (Meltblown Beam) M1 die (multi-row spinneret, 0.2mm capillary holes) extrudes molten PP; high-velocity hot air (250–320°C, 0.3–0.8 MPa) attenuates filaments into microfibers (2–5 μm); deposited onto S1 web as Layer 2
7 S2 Spinning (Spunbond Beam 2) S2 spinneret (3,000–5,000 holes/m) extrudes continuous PP filaments; quenched and drawn; deposited onto M1 layer as Layer 3 - completing the SMS sandwich structure (S1+M1+S2)
8 Thermal Bonding Triple-layer web passes through heated double-roll calender (thermal oil, 130–160°C); S-roll deflection compensation for uniform bonding across 2,400mm width; line pressure 80–150 N/mm
9 Surface Inspection In-line camera-based defect inspection system detects holes, spots, gels, and weight variations in real time; data logged for quality traceability
10 Winding & Slitting SMS fabric wound onto parent roll (max. Ø 2,000mm); in-line edge slitting; automatic splicing for continuous production; roll weight up to 3.5 tons

4. Meltblown Section - Critical Technical Parameters (HG-2400 SMS)

Parameter Specification
Meltblown Screw Diameter Ø120 mm
Screw L/D Ratio 28:1
MB Resin MFI 800 – 2,000 g/10min (high-flow PP)
MB Melt Temperature 200 – 260°C (higher than spunbond due to high MFI)
Hot Air Temperature 250 – 320°C
Hot Air Pressure 0.3 – 0.8 MPa
Hot Air Volume 1,800 – 2,500 m³/h
Air Heater Power 80 – 120 kW
Air Compressor Power 50 – 100 kW
Fiber Diameter 2 – 5 μm (microfibers)
Fiber Denier 0.01 – 0.5 den
Die Tip to Collector Distance (DCD) 150 – 300 mm (adjustable)
MB Die Width ≈ 2,400 mm
Capillary Hole Diameter 0.2 mm (multi-row configuration)
MB Output per Hour 80 – 160 kg/h
MB Section Power Consumption 200 – 400 kW (air heater + compressor + extruder)
Exhaust / Ventilation Required ≥ 20,000 m³/h local exhaust for hot air discharge

5. SMS Fabric Quality Parameters

Property Test Method SMS (15 g/m²) SMS (25 g/m²) SMS (40 g/m²)
Tensile Strength (MD) ISO 9073-3 ≥ 25 N/5cm ≥ 40 N/5cm ≥ 60 N/5cm
Tensile Strength (CD) ISO 9073-3 ≥ 15 N/5cm ≥ 25 N/5cm ≥ 40 N/5cm
MD/CD Ratio ISO 9073-3 1.5 – 1.7 1.4 – 1.6 1.3 – 1.5
Elongation at Break ISO 9073-3 40 – 80% 45 – 100% 50 – 120%
Weight Uniformity (CV) ISO 9073-1 ≤ 4% ≤ 3.5% ≤ 3%
Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) ASTM F2101 ≥ 95% ≥ 98% ≥ 99%
Particle Filtration Efficiency (PFE) ASTM F2299 (0.1μm) ≥ 90% ≥ 95% ≥ 98%
Hydrostatic Head AATCC 127 ≥ 20 cm H₂O ≥ 40 cm H₂O ≥ 60 cm H₂O
Air Permeability ISO 9237 200–500 L/m²/s 80–250 L/m²/s 30–100 L/m²/s
Softness (Handle-O-Meter) Handle-O-Meter ≤ 2.5 gf ≤ 3.5 gf ≤ 5.0 gf
Linting (Dry) ISO 9073-10 ≤ 4.0 mg ≤ 3.0 mg ≤ 2.0 mg
Fiber Composition FTIR analysis 100% Polypropylene (spunbond layers + meltblown layer)

6. Factory Infrastructure Requirements for HG-2400 SMS

Requirement Specification
Factory Length ≥ 45 m (40m machine + 5m clearance for winder + utility)
Factory Width ≥ 24 m (18m machine + 6m for maintenance access + electrical)
Factory Height ≥ 12 m (meltblown die + hot air system require overhead clearance)
Overhead Crane 10 – 15 ton (for spinneret installation and meltblown die handling)
Power Supply 1,250 kVA (transformer + switchgear rated accordingly)
Compressed Air (General) 0.6 – 0.8 MPa
Compressed Air (Meltblown) 1,800 – 2,500 m³/h at 0.3 MPa (dedicated system)
Cooling Water ≥ 65 m³/h (chiller or cooling tower)
Thermal Oil System For calender heating (130–160°C); capacity scaled to 2,400mm width
Exhaust / Ventilation Meltblown section requires local exhaust ≥ 20,000 m³/h for hot air discharge
Floor Load ≥ 8 tons/m² (meltblown die + calender are heavy point loads)
HVAC for Clean Area Recommended for medical/hygiene fabric production; temp 22±2°C, humidity 55±5%
Raw Material Storage Dry, dust-free area for PP chips; separate zones for spunbond and meltblown resins

7. Raw Material & Additives Guide for HG-2400 SMS

Material Type Specification Used In Dosage
PP Homopolymer (Spunbond) MFI 25–40 g/10min (230°C / 2.16kg, ASTM D1238); density 0.91 g/cm³; isotactic index ≥ 95% S1 + S2 beams 70–85% of total
PP Meltblown Grade MFI 800–2,000 g/10min; narrow molecular weight distribution; low ash content M1 beam 10–20% of total
Color Masterbatch PP-based carrier; carbon black or pigment; MFI matched to base resin All beams 0.5 – 3%
Hydrophilic Agent Surfactant-based masterbatch; reduces contact angle for hygiene fabrics Usually S1 (top layer) 1 – 3%
Anti-UV Stabilizer HALS (hindered amine light stabilizer) + UV absorber; for agricultural fabrics All beams 1 – 5%
Flame Retardant Halogen-free intumescent (APP/PER system); for furniture/automotive All beams 3 – 8%
Anti-Static Agent Glycerol monostearate or ethoxylated amine masterbatch Usually S2 (bottom) 1 – 3%
Anti-Bacterial Agent Ag+ ion or ZnO nanoparticle masterbatch; for medical fabrics Usually M1 (middle barrier layer) 0.5 – 2%
Softness Agent Silicone-based or polyethylene wax masterbatch; improves drape and handle S1 + S2 0.5 – 2%

8. Commercial Terms & Project Timeline

Item Details
Manufacturing Lead Time 90 days
Installation & Commissioning 60 – 80 days
Operator Training 5 – 10 days on-site
Total Project Duration ≈ 6 – 7 months (order to production)
Warranty Period 12 – 24 months from installation date
Spare Parts Package 1-year supply included with delivery
Service Model Turn-key: design → manufacturing → installation → training → production handover
After-Sales Support Remote technical support (24/7) + on-site maintenance + spare parts supply
Payment Terms 30% T/T advance + 70% before shipment (or L/C at sight)
Investment Range $800K – $1.2M (machine line only, excluding factory preparation)
Global Track Record 300+ lines installed in 20+ countries
Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Buyer visits HG factory for pre-shipment inspection; production trial run + fabric testing

 

Nonwoven fabric is lightweight, soft, and gentle on the skin, making it ideal for use in personal care and hygiene products, such as diapers and feminine care products.

Nonwoven fabric has excellent absorbent properties, making it suitable for use in absorbent products such as surgical gowns, wipes, and filtration media.

Nonwoven fabric is highly breathable, allowing air and moisture to pass through, making it comfortable to wear in hot and humid conditions.

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FAQ

Q: What does SMS stand for in the name of this machine HG-2400 SMS Nonwoven Fabric Making Machine?

A: SMS means Spunbond + Meltblown + Spunbond, so it is a 3-beam line (S1 + M1 + S2). It will produce spunbond nonwoven fabric from two beams of spunbond and one beam of meltblown. Spunbond will make long filament while meltblown will produce fiber less than 5 micron diameter. The fabric produced by SMS will have BFE greater than 95% and Hydrostatic head more than 20 CM water column. There is one error in this web page description which says this machine has "three layers of spunbond with one layer of meltblown". Actually the SMS machine only has two layers of spunbond and one layer of meltblown. This should be amended in the website.

Q: I can see there are 21 sets of parameters in the table. Which set is applicable to this machine?

A: The set of parameter applicable for this web page is HG-2400 SMS. All other 20 sets of parameters are not for this machine. We just included those for your reference. Also there are two similar parameters of SSS in the table. The correct data sheet for HG-2400 SMS please refer Table 1.

Q: What is the installed power of the machine and how much energy will it consume?

A: As far as I know other Chinese manufacturers like AoLong, Yanpeng and others have similar machines of 2400 mm width for SMS. Their installed power is around 1250 KVA and running consumption is around 700 - 1000 KW. Specific energy is about 1200 - 1600 KWH/ton. One important point to note here is the Melt blown section will require an extra 200 - 400 KW for Air heater (80-120 KW) and Air Compressor (50-100 KW) plus Melblown extruder. You may check with the supplier for more information. There is no data mentioned in this web page.

Q: I noticed the line speed is mentioned as 400 Meters per minute. Is it possible?

A: The machine manufacturer HG Machinery has stated 400 Meters per minute for their SMS machine. Normally the line speed for these kind of machine from China is maximum 350 meters per minute. So we assume 400 meters per minute could be the maximum speed if you produce very light GSM using good material. But average production speed could be less. Please confirm with HG Machinery for more details.

Q: What is Melt Blown section and what else I need to prepare in my factory for that?

A: The Melt blown section (M1) in SMS machine will produce very fine fiber using Hot Air at High Velocity. So you will need good Air Compressor setup with High Volume. The hot air requirement is approx. 1800 - 2500 M3/hour at Pressure of 0.3 - 0.8 MPa. Temperature will be 250 - 320 deg C. So you need to plan for this in your factory. Refer Table 4 and Table 6 for more detail.

Q: How HG-2400 SMS is different from HG-2400 SMMS?

A: HG-2400 SMS will have 2 spunbond layer and 1 meltblown layer. It will produce 14 tons per day and BFE greater than 95%. Hydrostatic head will be more than 20 CM Water Column. If you want to produce 17 tons per day with BFE greater than 99% then you will need to go for HG-2400 SMMS. In SMMS machine there will be 2 spunbond layer and 2 meltblown layer. So you will need to install an additional meltblown section and will require approx. 400 KVA more power and additional 5 meter length in machine and 1000 M3/hr more volume of hot air. If you are going to produce Surgical Gown and Face Mask (Normal type) then SMS will be good enough.

Q: Can I upgrade my SMS machine to SMMS in future?

A: Yes you can. Just need to install one more meltblown section in your existing SMS machine. You will need some space in your factory. Also you will have to install additional Air Compressor and Heater of approx. 1000 M3/hr and 60 - 80 KW. More ventilation facility is required. Total cost could be around USD 300,000 - 500,000 depending on your requirement.

Q: What certification do I need to comply with for Medical use?

A: If you are going to produce Surgical Gown you should comply with EN 13795 or AAMI PB70 standard. For face mask EN 14683 is the standard. There are different types of face mask. Type 1 will have BFE greater than 95%. Type 2 will have BFE greater than 98% and Type 1IR will have splash protection. For medical wrapping you should follow ISO 11607 standard. Your SMS machine should be able to produce fabric which meets following criteria. BFE > 95% (ASTM F2101), Hydrostatic Head > 20 CM water column (AATCC 127), Linting < 4.0 MG (ISO 9073 - 10). Please ask the supplier to provide you the lab report of the fabric they can produce.

Q: What size of factory will I need to install this machine?

A: You will need minimum 45 Meter length x 24 Meter wide x 12 Meter Height of factory. Floor loading should be min. 8 tons/sqm. Over head Crane of 10 - 15 ton is recommended. Power supply 1250 KVA. Compressed Air 0.6 - 0.8 MPa. Cooling water 65 M3/hr. Ventilation system of 20000 M3/hr will be needed for the Melt blown section. You may get the factory layout from HG Machinery. They will help you to design the plant. Refer Table 6 for more details.

 

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