At Cotton Craft (Pvt) Ltd, every wound care solution begins with one goal — faster healing through scientifically crafted materials. In the foundational category of dressing retention bandages, healthcare facilities require comprehensive size ranges that address every anatomical site from pediatric fingertips to adult torsos. Our Open Wove Bandage — manufactured to British Pharmacopoeia Type II specifications across an extensive range of widths (2.5cm to 15cm) and lengths (3m to 6m) — provides the versatility that modern wound care demands. This pharmaceutical-grade product line ensures appropriate bandage dimensions are available for every clinical scenario while maintaining the non-elastic, breathable characteristics essential for safe dressing fixation.
The challenge in developing comprehensive bandage ranges extends beyond simply manufacturing multiple sizes. It requires maintaining consistent quality specifications across diverse dimensions, ensuring dimensional accuracy that supports standardized clinical protocols, validating performance characteristics remain optimal regardless of width or length, and providing size options that address genuine clinical needs rather than arbitrary variations. Since our establishment in Lahore, Pakistan, Cotton Craft has invested in manufacturing flexibility that produces pharmaceutical-quality bandages across the complete spectrum of clinical requirements. Our commitment to “Healing with Excellence” extends to ensuring healthcare professionals never face size limitations when selecting appropriate retention bandages.
Our Open Wove Bandages — BP Type II specification across 40+ size combinations from 2.5cm×5m through 15cm×6m, including compressed options — represent the convergence of British Pharmacopoeia standards, extensive size versatility, and manufacturing precision for comprehensive wound care support.
Research & Development: Engineering Complete Clinical Coverage Through Size Optimization
The development of Cotton Craft’s comprehensive Open Wove Bandage range began with fundamental questions in our research laboratories: What size combinations address the complete spectrum of clinical dressing retention needs? How do width and length selections optimize clinical utility while minimizing inventory complexity? What manufacturing approaches maintain consistent quality across diverse dimensions?
Our medical advisors and healthcare facility managers studied bandage utilization patterns across diverse clinical settings. Analysis revealed that inadequate size ranges force clinicians to compromise: using excessively wide bandages on small areas (wasteful and difficult to apply), employing insufficient lengths requiring multiple bandages (inefficient and potentially insecure), or adapting inappropriate sizes through folding or cutting (time-consuming and imprecise).
We examined British Pharmacopoeia Type II specifications defining open wove bandage characteristics. BP Type II standards establish critical parameters ensuring clinical safety and effectiveness:
- Non-elastic construction preventing unintended compression
- Open-weave architecture supporting breathability and visual permeability
- Specified stretch limitations ensuring non-constrictive application
- Appropriate tensile strength for secure retention without tissue damage
- Cotton composition providing biocompatibility and absorbency
- Clean, finished edges preventing fraying during clinical use
Our R&D team conducted comprehensive clinical needs analysis identifying optimal size combinations. This research examined anatomical site dimensions, typical wound dressing sizes, required wrapping passes for secure retention, and demographic variations from pediatric to bariatric populations.
Width optimization analysis identified five critical width categories:
- 2.5cm: Pediatric digital applications, infant extremities, very small dressings
- 5cm: Adult digital wounds, pediatric extremities, small anatomical sites
- 6.5cm (also 7.5cm): Standard adult fingers/toes, wrist, ankle, pediatric limbs
- 10cm: Adult extremities, moderate trunk wounds, most routine applications
- 15cm: Large surgical sites, extensive wounds, bariatric patients, broad coverage needs
Length optimization research evaluated wrapping requirements across anatomical sites. Analysis demonstrated that 3-meter lengths suffice for digital and very small site applications, 4-meter lengths address most standard extremity applications, 5-meter lengths provide versatility for larger limbs and some trunk sites, while 6-meter lengths ensure adequate bandage for extensive sites and obese patients requiring additional wrapping passes.
The comprehensive size matrix emerged from overlaying width and length requirements. The resulting 40+ size combinations ensure appropriate options exist for virtually every clinical scenario from neonatal intensive care through geriatric wound management.
Compressed format research investigated space-efficient packaging for the popular 6.5cm×5m configuration. Compression technology reduces storage volume by approximately 60-70% — critical for ambulances, emergency kits, and facilities with space constraints. Validation confirmed compressed bandages fully expand to specification dimensions without performance compromise.
We consulted with hospital supply chain managers and distributors to understand inventory optimization needs. Feedback emphasized that comprehensive size availability reduces stockout situations, eliminates improvised solutions compromising care quality, supports standardized clinical protocols, and improves procurement efficiency through single-supplier sourcing.
Manufacturing engineering research determined production approaches maintaining BP Type II specification compliance across all dimensions. Critical challenges included maintaining consistent weave characteristics across varying widths, ensuring dimensional accuracy within tight tolerances for all sizes, validating non-elastic properties remain consistent regardless of dimensions, and achieving uniform quality across the extensive product range.
Clinical Field Evaluation: Validation Across Complete Anatomical Spectrum
Cotton Craft’s medical advisors conducted comprehensive field testing across neonatal intensive care units, pediatric wards, surgical departments, emergency facilities, wound care centers, and geriatric care facilities throughout Pakistan. Our objective was validating Open Wove Bandage performance across the complete range of clinical applications that diverse sizes enable.
Neonatal intensive care nurses evaluated the 2.5cm and 5cm widths for securing IV sites on premature infants and dressing tiny surgical incisions. The appropriately scaled bandages proved essential for delicate neonatal applications where adult-sized products prove impractical.
Pediatric ward teams tested various widths across childhood development stages. The size progression from 2.5cm through 10cm addressed the complete pediatric spectrum from infants through adolescents, eliminating the need to compromise with inappropriately sized adult bandages.
Surgical departments evaluated the full width range for post-operative dressing retention across diverse anatomical sites. The comprehensive availability meant surgeons could specify precise bandage dimensions in operative orders, supporting standardized post-operative care protocols.
Emergency physicians appreciated having complete size options for traumatic wound management across diverse patient populations and injury locations. The extensive range eliminated situations where treatment was delayed searching for appropriate bandage sizes.
The clinical feedback validated that comprehensive size availability directly impacts care quality and efficiency. Healthcare professionals consistently reported that having appropriate dimensions for every application improved dressing security, reduced application time compared to adapting inappropriate sizes, decreased bandage waste from using excessively large products, and enhanced patient comfort through properly fitted retention.
One wound care center director at a tertiary hospital in Lahore observed: “The comprehensive Open Wove Bandage range has transformed our supply management. We now have appropriate sizes for every wound care scenario from pediatric digital dressings through bariatric surgical sites. This completeness eliminates improvisation and supports consistent quality care.”
Surgical nurses noted that different length options proved valuable across anatomical sites. Digital applications utilized 3-meter lengths efficiently. Extremity dressings benefited from 4-5 meter lengths. Trunk wounds and larger patients required the 6-meter lengths for adequate wrapping with secure tying.
Emergency department teams valued the compressed 6.5cm×5m format for ambulance stocking. The space efficiency allowed carrying more bandages in limited storage while the popular size addressed the majority of emergency applications.
Wound care specialists managing diverse chronic wounds appreciated having width options matching primary dressing dimensions. The ability to select bandages proportionate to wound size reduced excess material bunching around edges while ensuring complete coverage.
Geriatric care facilities serving elderly patients with fragile skin reported that appropriate bandage sizing minimized bulk and friction that could cause additional tissue damage. The BP Type II non-elastic specification proved essential for this vulnerable population where compression could compromise already-impaired circulation.
Field testing revealed that the open-weave breathability remained consistent across all widths. Healthcare workers noted that the loose construction allowing air circulation and visual strike-through monitoring proved equally effective whether using narrow pediatric sizes or broad adult configurations.
The non-elastic characteristic validation across dimensions confirmed that all sizes maintained non-constrictive properties. This consistency proved important for training — staff learned application techniques applicable across the complete size range without compression concerns.
In-House Manufacturing Excellence: Consistent Quality Across Extensive Size Range
At our state-of-the-art facility in Sundar Industrial Estate, Lahore, Open Wove Bandage production across 40+ size combinations demands sophisticated manufacturing systems maintaining BP Type II specifications regardless of dimensions. This production complexity requires advanced process controls, flexible equipment, and rigorous quality validation ensuring every size meets pharmaceutical standards.
We source pharmaceutical-grade cotton yarns meeting stringent specifications for strength, uniformity, and non-elastic characteristics. Single yarn lots supply multiple bandage dimensions, ensuring consistent material properties across the entire product range.
The open-weave fabric production employs specialized looms creating the loose construction specified by BP Type II standards. Weaving parameters are calibrated to maintain consistent thread count, picks per inch, and weave openness across varying fabric widths from the narrow 2.5cm through broad 15cm configurations.
Process monitoring during weaving validates that open-weave characteristics remain within specifications regardless of width being produced. Automated inspection systems detect any weaving irregularities, thread breaks, or density variations requiring immediate correction.
Bleaching and purification processes achieve medical-grade whiteness and chemical purity across all fabric widths. The treatment parameters are adjusted for different material volumes ensuring uniform processing regardless of dimensions.
Width cutting represents a critical manufacturing operation requiring precision across the extensive range. Automated cutting systems are programmed with exact specifications for each width: 2.5cm, 5cm, 6.5cm, 7.5cm, 10cm, and 15cm dimensions maintained within millimeter tolerances. Edge finishing techniques prevent fraying while maintaining soft contact appropriate for skin exposure.
Length measurement systems verify each roll contains precise 3m, 4m, 5m, or 6m lengths depending on product specification. Automated measuring equipment ensures dimensional accuracy across all length options.
Rolling operations create uniform rolls with appropriate tension across all dimensions. The rolling parameters are optimized for each width ensuring consistent handling characteristics whether producing narrow 2.5cm or broad 15cm bandages.
Compression processing for the 6.5cm×5m format employs controlled mechanical systems reducing volume while preserving fabric structure. The compressed bandages undergo validation testing confirming full expansion to specification dimensions when unwrapped.
Individual packaging employs materials protecting bandages from contamination during storage and distribution. Package design accommodates varying roll dimensions while maintaining protective functions. Clear labeling identifies each size combination, specifies BP Type II classification, and provides usage guidance.
Advanced inventory management systems track production, quality validation, and distribution across the extensive size matrix. This sophisticated logistics ensures product availability across all dimensions while managing the complexity of 40+ SKUs.
Our facility operates under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) protocols with process validation confirming consistent quality across the complete size range. Statistical process control monitors critical parameters ensuring specifications are maintained regardless of dimensions being produced.
Climate-controlled storage segregates inventory by size while maintaining environmental conditions preserving cotton fabric properties across all products.
Laboratory Quality Control: Validating Specification Compliance Across All Dimensions
Every batch of Open Wove Bandages undergoes rigorous examination by our Quality Control Department with testing protocols validating BP Type II specification compliance across the extensive size range. Our quality systems ensure consistent performance characteristics regardless of bandage dimensions.
Non-elastic property verification employs standardized stretch testing across all widths. Each dimension undergoes elongation measurement under specified loads confirming BP Type II limits are maintained. This critical testing validates that narrow 2.5cm bandages through broad 15cm products demonstrate equivalent non-constrictive characteristics.
Dimensional verification represents extensive quality validation across 40+ size combinations. Width measurements employ calibrated systems sampling multiple points confirming 2.5cm, 5cm, 6.5cm, 7.5cm, 10cm, and 15cm specifications within millimeter tolerances. Length verification ensures 3m, 4m, 5m, and 6m specifications are maintained within centimeter tolerances. Statistical sampling validates dimensional consistency throughout production batches across all sizes.
Tensile strength testing measures breaking force across the complete width range. BP Type II specifications define minimum strength requirements that must be maintained regardless of bandage dimensions. Testing protocols validate that narrow widths demonstrate proportionate strength while broad widths maintain consistent force per unit width.
Thread count analysis verifies the open-weave construction across varying widths. This parameter must remain within BP Type II specifications for all dimensions ensuring consistent breathability and visual permeability whether using pediatric-sized or adult-sized bandages.
Air permeability testing quantifies breathability across the width spectrum. Standardized measurements confirm that open-weave breathability remains consistent from narrow 2.5cm through broad 15cm bandages supporting optimal wound healing regardless of size selected.
Fabric weight measurement per unit area validates consistency across all widths. This parameter affects strength, breathability, and handling characteristics. Our specifications ensure equivalent properties regardless of bandage dimensions.
Absorbency testing across sizes confirms cotton’s natural fluid uptake capacity remains consistent. While primarily used for retention, bandages should manage minor strike-through equivalently across all dimensions.
Whiteness evaluation employs spectrophotometric analysis confirming medical-grade bleaching achieved appropriate appearance consistently across all widths. Visual quality must meet standards regardless of dimensions.
Chemical residue testing validates complete purification across all fabric widths. Extraction and analytical methods confirm chemical inertness regardless of bandage size.
For compressed format, expansion testing validates that 6.5cm×5m bandages return to full dimensions without permanent creasing or structural compromise. Compressed products undergo the same quality testing as uncompressed configurations.
Edge quality assessment validates that cut edges across all widths demonstrate appropriate finishing preventing fraying while maintaining soft contact suitable for prolonged skin exposure.
Package integrity testing confirms protective packaging maintains product cleanliness across varying roll dimensions during storage and distribution.
Comprehensive quality documentation for each size combination provides complete traceability. No size variant receives certification without passing all BP Type II specification tests.
Verification & Market Validation: Comprehensive Coverage for Complete Healthcare Needs
Following successful validation, Cotton Craft introduced the comprehensive Open Wove Bandage range to hospitals, surgical centers, emergency services, wound care facilities, and healthcare distributors throughout Pakistan and international markets. The response from healthcare professionals and supply chain managers has validated that extensive size availability directly impacts care quality and operational efficiency.
Hospital central supply departments consistently report that the comprehensive size range has eliminated stockout situations and improvised solutions. Having appropriate dimensions available for every clinical scenario supports standardized care protocols and reduces nursing workload spent adapting inappropriate sizes.
Neonatal and pediatric departments appreciate having appropriately scaled bandages for infant and child patients. The availability of 2.5cm, 5cm, and 6.5cm widths in various lengths addresses the complete pediatric spectrum eliminating the compromise of using adult-sized products on small patients.
Surgical departments value the ability to specify precise bandage dimensions in post-operative orders. The extensive range supports standardized protocols across diverse procedures from minor surgeries through major operations.
Emergency medical services stock the compressed 6.5cm×5m format in ambulances for space efficiency while maintaining capability to address most emergency applications. Hospitals stock the complete range ensuring appropriate sizes for any patient transported.
Wound care centers managing diverse chronic wounds report improved dressing security and patient comfort from using proportionate bandage dimensions. The ability to match bandage width to dressing size eliminates excess material bunching while ensuring complete coverage.
Geriatric care facilities serving elderly patients with fragile skin appreciate having smaller widths that minimize bulk and reduce friction risks. The non-elastic specification across all sizes proves essential for this vulnerable population.
Healthcare distributors benefit from offering comprehensive size ranges from single manufacturers. The extensive Cotton Craft portfolio simplifies procurement, reduces vendor management complexity, and ensures consistent quality across all dimensions.
International markets value the BP Type II specification adherence across the complete range. Export partners appreciate that comprehensive size availability combined with pharmaceutical quality provides competitive advantage in diverse healthcare systems.
Clinical educators teaching wound care and bandaging techniques report that standardized BP Type II products across extensive sizes support consistent training. Students learn principles applicable across all dimensions rather than adapting techniques for varying product qualities.
Supply chain managers note that the extensive size availability enables inventory optimization. Facilities stock dimensions matching their patient populations and common applications rather than carrying limited sizes requiring frequent adaptation.
Cotton Craft: Complete Solutions Through Manufacturing Versatility
Open Wove Bandages represent Cotton Craft’s commitment to comprehensive clinical coverage through extensive size ranges maintained at consistent pharmaceutical quality. The successful manufacturing of 40+ bandage configurations demonstrates our production flexibility and dedication to eliminating size limitations in wound care.
Every Cotton Craft Open Wove Bandage — regardless of dimensions — reflects our understanding that specification compliance and performance characteristics must remain consistent across complete product ranges. From pharmaceutical-grade cotton sourcing through BP Type II-compliant manufacturing to comprehensive quality validation across all sizes, each production step ensures reliable dressing retention regardless of dimensions selected.
Whether securing neonatal IV sites with 2.5cm bandages, dressing pediatric injuries with 5cm products, managing adult extremity wounds with 10cm configurations, or covering extensive surgical sites with 15cm bandages, healthcare professionals can trust that every size delivers BP Type II-specification quality, non-constrictive safety, and dependable retention performance.
The comprehensive availability across widths (2.5cm, 5cm, 6.5cm, 7.5cm, 10cm, 15cm) and lengths (3m, 4m, 5m, 6m) — plus compressed options for space-constrained applications — ensures appropriate dimensions exist for every clinical scenario across all patient populations from neonates through bariatric adults.
For hospitals, surgical centers, emergency services, wound care facilities, pediatric departments, geriatric care, and distributors seeking complete bandage ranges backed by BP Type II specification compliance and pharmaceutical manufacturing quality, Cotton Craft offers comprehensive solutions, consistent quality across all dimensions, and reliable supply chain support.
Cotton Craft continues to advance dressing retention through comprehensive clinical coverage — where every product is backed by research and real-world proof.
Comprehensive Size Selection Guide
Width Selection by Application:
2.5cm:
- Neonatal intensive care (IV sites, small surgical sites)
- Infant finger/toe dressings
- Very small adult digital wounds
- Pediatric facial dressings
5cm:
- Pediatric extremity wounds
- Adult finger/toe dressings
- Small anatomical sites
- Pediatric trunk wounds
6.5cm / 7.5cm:
- Adult digital applications
- Wrist and ankle dressings
- Pediatric limb wounds
- Standard small-to-moderate sites
10cm:
- Adult extremity wounds (arm, leg)
- Moderate trunk dressings
- Most routine applications
- Adolescent and adult standard sites
15cm:
- Large surgical sites
- Extensive wounds
- Trunk and torso applications
- Bariatric patients
- Situations requiring broad coverage
Length Selection by Site:
3 meters:
- Digital applications (fingers, toes)
- Very small sites requiring minimal wrapping
- Pediatric neonatal applications
4 meters:
- Standard extremity dressings
- Most adult digital applications
- Moderate-sized wound sites
- Average adult patients
5 meters:
- Larger extremities
- Some trunk applications
- Patients requiring additional wrapping
- More extensive coverage needs
6 meters:
- Large anatomical sites
- Bariatric patients
- Extensive wounds requiring multiple passes
- Maximum versatility across all applications
Compressed Option:
- 6.5cm × 5m compressed: Space-efficient format for ambulances, emergency kits, personal first aid supplies
- Expands fully to specification dimensions when unwrapped
Usage and Safety Information:
BP Type II Specification: Non-elastic open-weave cotton bandage for dressing retention without compression.
Key Features:
- Non-constrictive fixation through wrapping technique, not compression force
- Loose open-weave allows wound breathability and visual strike-through monitoring
- Biocompatible cotton for extended wear
- Consistent quality across all dimensions
CRITICAL PRECAUTIONS:
DO NOT use bandage around the neck — Risk of airway compression. Never apply circumferentially to neck region.
DO NOT use for compound (open) fractures — Requires immediate professional medical intervention with specialized immobilization.
Additional Safety Guidelines:
- Apply with consistent moderate tension, avoiding excessive tightness
- Monitor circulation distal to bandage application
- Check for signs of constriction (pain, numbness, color changes)
- Change when strike-through visible or per protocols
- Loosen immediately if circulation compromise suspected
Storage: Keep in cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and contamination. Maintain in original packaging until use.