摘要 |
A method for forming an article of a fiber aggregate which comprises dividin g an air-permeable mold into a plurality of molds, developing the divided mold s, charging divided fiber aggregates each comprising a matrix fiber comprising a crimped short synthetic fiber and, dispersed and incorporated therein, a binder fiber having a melting temperature lower than that of the short fiber into the cavities of the divided molds, assembling the divided mold having been developed, to thereby assemble the divided fiber aggregates having been charged into the cavities, heating the divided fiber aggregates assembled, t o melt or soften the binder fiber and allow to adhere to the matrix fiber at i ts crossing points, and then cooling to solidify the binder fiber, to provide a n formed article; and an apparatus for practicing the method. |