Overview

Tyvek® is a classic case of a slow starter. It grew out of a research into nonwoven fabrics begun by William Hale Charch in 1944, took 15 years to develop, and required another 15 years to become profitable. Today Tyvek® building wrap can be seen in nearly every housing development, and it has gained a firm foothold in the envelope market. Tyvek® also is popular as a sterile packaging and protective clothing in the medical field.

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