--- title: Elastic Side Panels | Lohmann-koester description: Lohmann-koester offers soft and skin-friendly elastic side panels for baby diapers and adult incontinence briefs. image: https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Baby%20Diapers/Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg --- [Skip to content](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/elastic-side-panels#main-content) [![Lohmann_koester_website](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Logo/Lohmann_koester_website.svg "Lohmann_koester_website")](https://www.lohmann-koester.com?hsLang=en) - Markets & Technologies + [Baby Care chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/closure-systems-for-baby-diapers?hsLang=en) [Adult Care chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/adult-care-closure-solutions?hsLang=en) [Other Industries chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/other-industries?hsLang=en) - Products & Solutions + [Elastic Side Panels chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/elastic-side-panels) [Mechanical & Adhesive Closure Solutions chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/mechanical-and-adhesive-closure-systems?hsLang=en) [Single Components chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/single-components?hsLang=en) - About us + [Facts & Figures chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/lohmann-koester-at-a-glance?hsLang=en) [Innovation chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/innovation?hsLang=en) - [Innovation Hub](https://lohmann-tapes.com/innovation/innovation-hub) [Excellence chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/excellence?hsLang=en) - [Certificates & Policies](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/certificates-and-policies-quality-safety-sustainability-lohmann-koester?hsLang=en) [Sustainability chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/responsible-solutions-in-every-bond-sustainability?hsLang=en) - [Product Carbon Footbrint](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/product-carbon-footprinting?hsLang=en) [Production Technologies chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/advanced-production-technologies?hsLang=en) - Careers + [Working @ Lohmann-koester chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/working-at-lohmann-koester?hsLang=en) - [Vacancies](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/vacancies?hsLang=en) - [Apprenticeship](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/apprenticeship?hsLang=en) - [Internship](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/internship?hsLang=en) - [Offers for Students](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/opportunities-for-students?hsLang=en) - [Contact](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/contact?hsLang=en) search En language ![language-black](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hubfs/language-black.svg) - [English](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/elastic-side-panels) - [Deutsch](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/de/elastische-sidepanels) # **Elastic Side Panels** for a Perfect Fit Soft, flexible, and reliable – Lohmann-koester FlexEar® side panels ensure all-day comfort for both baby diapers and incontinence briefs. [Get in touch chevron\_right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/contact?hsLang=en) ![Lohmann-arrow-tape-green-right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hubfs/Back-Up/Design%20Elements/Lohmann-arrow-tape-green-right.svg) ![Hygiene-Baby-liegend](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Baby%20Diapers/Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg) ![Hygiene-Baby-liegend](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Baby%20Diapers/Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg) ![Lohmann-arrow-tape-green-right](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hubfs/Back-Up/Design%20Elements/Lohmann-arrow-tape-green-right.svg) ![Hygiene-Baby-liegend](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Baby%20Diapers/Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg) ![Hygiene-Baby-liegend](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Baby%20Diapers/Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Hygiene-Baby-liegend.jpeg) ### **Innovating** Fit and Functionality A perfect fit is essential for both protection and comfort – whether in baby diapers or incontinence briefs. Our FlexEar® portfolio of elastic side panels ensures a snug, reliable fit that adapts to every movement while remaining exceptionally soft and skin-friendly. With customized product configurations and the optional Breeze feature for enhanced breathability, FlexEar® products deliver comfort throughout the day. For manufacturers, our materials offer more than wearer comfort: they ensure smooth machinability, stable processing on high-speed lines, and consistent product quality. With **FlexEar® DRYfit Breeze**, the latest addition to our FlexEar® family, we take elasticity and performance to the next level. Its optimized formulation offers superior stability – ensuring a secure fit and efficient production. **Engineered for efficiency. Designed for comfort.** Delivering excellence from production line to final product. ### FlexEar® DRYfit  Our latest innovation in elastic side panels delivers maximum performance, combining high retractive force and low permanent set, ensuring a secure, comfortable fit around the waist. FlexEar® DRYfit offers optimal dimensional stability, which makes for reliable dryness and confidence every day. ## Featuring: - Low permanent set for dimensional stability - Excellent reclosability within the closure system - Bonding area for simplified tape application - Available with **Breeze** feature for enhanced breathability   ![Icon_koester_Breath_M](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Graphics/Icon_koester_Breath_M.jpeg?width=1920&height=1920&name=Icon_koester_Breath_M.jpeg) **Skin-friendly & breathable** ![Icon_koester_Flexibility_M](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Graphics/Icon_koester_Flexibility_M.jpeg?width=1920&height=1920&name=Icon_koester_Flexibility_M.jpeg) **High elasticity & retractive force** ![Icon_koester_Soft_M](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Graphics/Icon_koester_Soft_M.jpeg?width=1920&height=1920&name=Icon_koester_Soft_M.jpeg) **Soft touch & high tensile strength** ### FlexEar® DRYfit: Designed for Comfort, Built for Function Our latest innovation in elastic side panels delivers optimal performance, combining high retractive force and low permanent set, ensuring a secure, comfortable fit around the waist. FlexEar® DRYfit offers excellent dimensional stability. ### Featuring: - Low permanent set for excellent reclosability - High retractive force for snug and reliable fit  - Bonding area for simplified application - Available with **Breeze** feature for enhanced breathability ![Icon_koester_Breath_M](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Graphics/Icon_koester_Breath_M.jpeg?width=128&height=128&name=Icon_koester_Breath_M.jpeg "Icon_koester_Breath_M") #### Skin-friendly & breathable ![Icon_koester_Flexibility_M](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Graphics/Icon_koester_Flexibility_M.jpeg?width=128&height=128&name=Icon_koester_Flexibility_M.jpeg "Icon_koester_Flexibility_M") #### High elasticity & retractive force ![Icon_koester_Soft_M](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Graphics/Icon_koester_Soft_M.jpeg?width=128&height=128&name=Icon_koester_Soft_M.jpeg "Icon_koester_Soft_M") #### Soft touch & high tensile strength ![Baby-Diapers-FlexEar-DRYFIT](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Facts%20and%20Figures/Baby-Diapers-FlexEar-DRYFIT.jpeg?width=622&height=350&name=Baby-Diapers-FlexEar-DRYFIT.jpeg "Baby-Diapers-FlexEar-DRYFIT") ### Your reliable partner for high-performance closure systems With precision and passion, Lohmann-koester has been shaping closure and adhesive solutions for more than 50 years. Our expertise in coating, laminating, extrusion, automation, and more, combined with strong R&D expertise in hook, hotmelt, and custom machinery,  ensures excellence at every stage. Certified processes, global production and a strong distribution network make us the trusted partner of leading hygiene, medical and technical brands worldwide - with reliable delivery and transparent supply chains. Always close to you, always reliable.   ![Closure System Diaper-1](https://www.lohmann-koester.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lohmann-koester/Graphics/Closure%20System%20Diaper-1.png?width=1322&height=1080&name=Closure%20System%20Diaper-1.png) ### **Our Components** for Personal Care Closure Systems Modern hygiene products – from baby diapers to incontinence briefs – demand secure fit and comfort. 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