Repeated paper breaks around the same dryer cylinder may be linked to material buildup, surface damage, or ineffective doctor blade contact. Here, Sun Hong explains how to compare cylinder surface conditions, blade wear, and sheet damage locations to narrow down the cause and guide further troubleshooting.
Choosing paper machine clothing by paper grade starts with understanding what the sheet needs at each stage of production. Tissue requires rapid drainage, excellent sheet release, and a very fine clothing surface. Printing and writing paper place greater emphasis on formation, retention, smoothness,
The three main types of paper machine clothing are forming fabric, press felt, and dryer fabric. Each operates in a different section of the paper machine and performs a different function. Forming fabric supports fiber formation and removes the first large volume of water, press felt removes additi