July 2009 - Papermart

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Month : July 2009

New sensor measures formation in multi-layer machines

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Voith Paper Automation developed a new sensor called OnV FlocSpotter that is able to mwasure formation directly in a wire section. formation is crucial to quality in the paper manufacturing process. It is decisive for the uniformity of the paper structure. If it fluctuates, it will leave an impact on other quality parameters. Accordingly, sufficient stiffness and good printability are...

New technology for reliable web break detection

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It's no secret that the web break detectors available in the market today do not function 100% reliably in single-tier dryer sections. They cause problems, e.g., if there is too little color contrast between the paper web and the dryer fabric. In addition, false detections occur with transparent paper webs, for example with low basis weight or with high moisture...

Four rolls in one go

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Demag Cranes & Components has introduced a new grab for handling packed rolls of paper. It enables both single items as well as sets of up to four rolls of paper with a total weight of 6 tons to be lifted. The new grab makes it possible to significantly increase the handling rates in automatic stores that are served by...

30 TPD Tissue Plant in Kathua, J&K

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Durga Paper Mill is putting up a 30 TPD Tissue Plant in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir. The machine is principally from Germany nad is capable of producing both soft and hard tissue. The machine has a production speed of 600 mpm with deckle size of 80 inches. Production is stated......

Improving turn-up efficiency at Cartiere del Garda

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In a recent upgrade, the Cartiere del Garda mill successfully replaced a conventional tape turn-up device with Metso's WaterJet turn-up system. Cuts performed using WaterJet are clean and precise, which ensures an excellent base from the very first spool wrap. WaterJet has the ability to improve turn-up efficiencies and reduce bottom waste on all grades of paper. The Cartiere del...

Rendezvous with N. Gopalaratnam

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In continuation of our first feature on ‘Rendezvous with Paper People’ (with Harshpati Singhania), we have interviewed the intrepid Mr. N. Gopalaratnam. Technical guru and leader to the paper industry, Mr. Gopalaratnam carries on the luminous legacy of Late Shri S. Viswanathan, founder, Seshasayee Paper & Boards Ltd. Notably, he has presided and chaired over India’s major paper associations, and...

New technology for ceramic PressJade center roll coatings

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Metso new press section coating family, PressJade, consists of PressJade D, PressJade W and PressJade F ceramic coatings that are engineered for specific paper and board grades. The novel nanomaterials technology behind the new PressJade family improves the long-term runnability of center rolls and cuts maintenance costs because of improved stable surface roughness and reduced wear....