摘要 |
<p>An absorbent pad (1) for meat and poultry products and the like and a method for constructing same is disclosed. The absorbent pad includes upper (3) and lower (5) plastic film layers, at least one of which is perforated, and an intermediate absorbent layer (7) disposed between the layers. The intermediate absorbent layer includes a series of juxtaposed and overlapping absorbent material fibers with superabsorbent granules dispersed throughout the absorbent layer which are supported and physically retained in place against movement by the absorbent materials fibers even after liquid is absorbed therein. The upper and lower film layers are attached to one another at least partially along opposite marginal edge portions thereof to retain the absorbent layer between the upper and lower layers.</p> |