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Extraction of hardwood biomass using dilute alkali, TAPPI JOURNAL June 2012
Extraction of hardwood biomass using dilute alkali, TAPPI JOURNAL June 2012
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Influence of topcoat pigment particle size distribution on tail-edge pick resistance in sheet-fed offset printing, TAPPI JOURNAL June 2012
Influence of topcoat pigment particle size distribution on tail-edge pick resistance in sheet-fed offset printing, TAPPI JOURNAL June 2012
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The hyperbolic theory of light scattering, tensile strength, and density in paper, TAPPI JOURNAL November 2011
The hyperbolic theory of light scattering, tensile strength, and density in paper, TAPPI JOURNAL November 2011
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Imaging of ink jet penetration in uncoated paper using microscopic techniques, TAPPI JOURNAL November 2011
Imaging of ink jet penetration in uncoated paper using microscopic techniques, TAPPI JOURNAL November 2011
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Editor's Note: Peter Hart: A pulp and paper original, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
Editor's Note: Peter Hart: A pulp and paper original, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
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Comparison of test medium preparation methods for residual ink analysis, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
Comparison of test medium preparation methods for residual ink analysis, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
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Is deinkability of inkjet prints an issue?, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
Is deinkability of inkjet prints an issue?, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
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Pitch detackification with natural and modified talcs, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
Pitch detackification with natural and modified talcs, TAPPI JOURNAL October 2011
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A true green cover for industrial waste landfills, TAPPI Journal April 2024
ABSTRACT: Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the United States totaled 5,981 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MMT CO2eq) in 2020. Of that, GHG emissions by the pulp and paper sector amounted to 35 MMT CO2eq direct emissions and those by industrial waste landfills summed to 7.4 MMT CO2eq direct emissions. Loss of GHG sinks due to change in land use further contributes to the net GHG emissions. Industrial waste landfills are typically required to comply with certain federal and state regulations, including meeting requirements for final cover systems. Conventional final cover systems have included use of soil covers and/or soil-geosynthetic composite covers. An engineered turf cover provides for an excellent “green” alternative final cover system for industrial waste landfills.This paper discusses various sustainability aspects pertaining to use of an engineered turf final cover, including: (i)significantly low carbon footprint associated with the construction of an engineered turf alternative final coverwhen compared to closure using a traditional or prescriptive cover system; (ii) saving valuable soil and land resourc-es; (iii) saving water resources by reduction in its use during and after construction; (iv) reducing impacts associated with borrow areas; and (v) reducing overall carbon footprint. Further, when using an engineered turf cover, opportunities exist for beneficial reuse of land, including development of solar energy. A brief discussion on the potential fordevelopment of solar energy is included.
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Sulfur makeup in an unbleached kraft pulp mill, TAPPI Journal August 2024
ABSTRACT: Sodium sesquisulfate or “sesqui” (Na3H(SO4)2) is a by-product of chlorine dioxide production at kraft pulp mills. It is typically used for sodium and sulfur makeup in the liquor loop. Mondi Hinton Inc. (MHI) in Hinton, AB, Canada, was converting from bleached to unbleached kraft pulp production and was thus losing this source of makeup. The only option that was readily available as a substitute was sodium hydrosulfide (NaHS), which was cost prohibitive. Other options such as sodium sulfate (Na2SO4), emulsified sulfur, sulfuric acid (H2SO4), and sodium bisulfite (NaHSO3) were compared. The mill concluded that pelletized sulfur plus sodium hydroxide or “caustic soda” (NaOH) was the best option. Laboratory-scale experiments showed that pelletized sulfur dissolved in white liquor (WL). A mill-scale trial revealed that pelletized sulfur added to a causticizer had no adverse impacts on the downstream pressure filters or kiln operation. The sulfur reacted to produce polysulfide upstream of the WL storage tank, giving the liquor an orange hue. This polysulfide appeared to partially degrade into thiosulfate before being fed to the digester. The heavy black liquor (HBL) sulfur:sodium (S:Na) ratio did not change significantly, even though the sulfur/soda addition location was upstream of the original one. In addition, other properties such as liquor heating value and elemental analysis did not significantly change. Due to polysulfide/thiosulfate concentration in the white liquor, it was determined that the carbon steel equipment was at risk for corrosion. During the annual turnaround that occurred eight months after the addition of sulfur was started, the wash zone of the digester showed no signs of thinning/damage. The mill has been running exclusively with pelletized sulfur for 22 months (as of August 2024), realizing significant cost savings compared to the use of NaHS or other sulfur/soda addition options.