The forming section can only deliver that “best possible sheet” when the forming fabric lays flat. Waviness, ridges, or wrinkles disturb the weight and dewatering profiles of the sheet and therefore must be avoided. 5 tips for your forming fabrics.
Read MoreFive easy solutions that each papermaker can try immediately to optimize the press section.
Read MoreThis webinar presented by Marcel Lensvelt to empower papermakers all over the world, is now available in two parts:
Part 1 - Structurally improving performance of Paper Machine Clothing
Part 2 - Tips & Tricks for Paper Machine Clothing related problems
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Read MoreIn this blog article, I focus on the signs and consequences of forming fabrics running at a tension too low for optimal performance of your paper machine.
One of the causes of low tension is improper use of the tension gauge.
Read MoreIn this article, I want to focus on the (im)proper use of the mechanical tension gauge. The basic working principle of any mechanical tensometer is simple: a spring is pushing the sensor bar into the fabric and the actual travel of the sensor bar is converted into a tension reading on the dial.
Read MoreHow much money you will save by measuring daily, will depend on the specifics of your situation. But if you look at all the different instruments, felt measuring tools have the best payback value for a paper mill. The Airspeed Sensor is no exception. For instance, if you can prevent only one breakdown, you earn back your investment THREE times or more. In just 20 minutes.
Read MoreIn the Netherlands we have a saying, ‘meten is weten’, which literally translates to ‘measuring is knowing’. I guess we Dutchies like to analyze before we act. And basically, it says it all when it comes to the maintenance of your paper machine and its components.
Read MoreOur Fuji pressure sensitive film is extremely helpful when investigating the press load distribution of a paper machine. The film helps you to identify misalignment, crowning deviations and find roll cover problems like delamination or soft/hard spots. Feltest offers several sensitivities of Fuji Film, but sometimes users find it difficult to select the correct type. Maybe this article can shed some light.
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