Handbook of Paper and Board, 2 Volume Set

by Holik, Herbert

• ISBN13: 9783527331840
• ISBN10: 3527331840
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2013-05-28
• Publisher: Wiley-VCH

Summary

"… a one-of-a-kind text on paper production-a selection observed for its crisp and sharp efficiency." -Electric Review (on the first edition) This comprehensive handbook describes the manufacturing processes for various types of papers and recycling, as well as quality and economical aspects. More than 20 leading authors from industry give a concise description of the fascinating art and technology of papermaking. Key features of the new edition: Encompases all papermaking processes used in industry for various types of papers (including writing and printing paper, tissue paper, packaging paper, board and cardboard) as well as their quality characteristics, recovered paper treatment, and economical aspects. Over 30% new content, including Fluid Dynamics, Process Chemicals, Design and Pigments. Incorporates stronger sustainability and health and safety aspects throughout.

Author Biography

Herbert Holik gained his degree in mechanical engineering from the Technical University of Stuttgart, Germany, and spent three years working in the research and development of cryogenics. He has worked for a total of 35 years in the paper-related supplier industry, 30 of which he held responsible positions in R&D and commissioning. Until recently he was a lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences in Munich and the University of Cooperative Education in Ravensburg, Germany, as well as at the Technical Universities of Helsinki and Lapeenranta in Finland. Herbert Holik gives internal company workshops for training methodical and social competences. He is the co-author of several books and encyclopaedias related to paper science, as well 140 technical and scientific papers and more than 70 patents covering most areas of paper making to his name. He is an active member in national and international working groups on paper technology, machinery safety, testing standardization and education.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION TO PAPER MAKING, ECONOMIC ASPECTS AND HISTORY
People and Paper
Paper and Board Today
Overview of the Manufacturing Process for Paper and Board
Economic Aspects
Historical Background and General Aspects

FIBROUS MATERIALS FOR PAPER AND BOARD MANUFACTURE
Overview
Chemical Pulp
Mechanical Pulp
Recovered Paper, Recycled Fibers
Fluid Dynamics of Fibre Suspensions

PIGMENTS AS FILLERS IN PAPER MAKING

FUNCTIONAL CHEMICALS
Overview
Starch for Wet End and Size Press Applications
Dyes
Optical Brightening Agents. Fluorescent Whitening Agents
Sizing Agents
Wet Strength Resins and Dry Strength Resins
Properties of Specialty Papers and Related Chemical Additives

CHEMICALS AND THEIR PREPARATION FOR COATING

PROCESS CHEMICALS
Overview
Aluminium Compounds
Retention Aids and Drainage Accelerators
Fixatives and Charge Control
Deposit Control and Biocides
Defoamers and Deaerators
Chelating Agents
Repulping Additives
Deinking Additives
Cleaning Agents and Fabric Conditioning
Internal Water and Effluent Treatment
Interactions of Chemical Additives

STOCK PREPARATION: UNIT PROCESSES AND EQUIPMENT

SYSTEMS FOR FIBRE STOCK PREPARATION

WATER CIRCUITS AND WASTE USE

PAPER AND BOARD MACHINES AND THEIR COMPONENTS
Overview of Paper and Board Machines
Rolls
Roll Covers/Coatings
Other Machine Components

FABRICS FOR PAPER AND BOARD PRODUCTION
Forming Fabrics
Press Felts
Dryer Fabrics
Fabrics in Operation
Changing of Fabrics

APPROACH FLOW SYSTEM

HEADBOX

WIRE SECTION

PRESS SECTION

DRYER SECTION

SURFACE SIZING AND COATING
Sizing
Coating

CALENDERING

REELING

PAPER AND BOARD MACHINES
Graphic Paper Machines
Packaging Paper Machines
Carton Board Paper Machines
Tissue Machines
Specialty Paper Machines
Web Transfer

FINISHING

CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR PAPER MACHINES

MD AND CD PROFILES OF PAPER AND BOARD PROPERTIES

PAPER AND BOARD CONVERTING AND PRINTING
Converting Processes Paper and Board
Testing of Converted Products
Converting of Tissue Products

HEALTH AND SAFETY
Health
Safety
Noise Abatement

PLANT ENGINEERING AND ENERGY
Plant Engineering
Energy Demand and Supply

ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY PAPER AND BOARD PRODUCTION

PAPER AND BOARD GRADES AND THEIR PROPERTIES

TESTING OF FIBRES, SUSPENSIONS AND PAPER AND BOARD GRADES
Testing of Fibres
Testing of Suspensions (incl. Sampling, Aging of Suspensions)
Testing of Paper and Board Grades

BOOK AND PAPER PRESERVATION

PAPER ASSOCIATIONS