A method of directing extruded synthetic fibers toward at least one surface
of a mineral fiber insulation batt, and corresponding apparatus and
resulting product. In certain embodiments, a row of extrusion heads is
provided for directing extruded synthetic fibers (e.g. fibers including
ethyl vinyl acetate or EVA) toward a surface(s) of the batt(s) to be
impregnated with same. optionally, extrusion heads may be provided all
around the batts so as to impregnate substantially all surfaces thereof
with the extruded synthetic fibers. As the fibers exit the heads, they are
hit with pressurized heated air streams which cause them to go into an
insipid spin which increases directional tensile strength of the resulting
batt in all directions. In certain embodiments, every other batt of a
plurality of batts passes over an elongated member which extends over top
of the conveyor in order to more efficiently impregnate edge surfaces of
the batts.