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Estimating dose and interaction of X-rays with cellulose-based fibrous materials using micro-computed tomography, TAPPI Journal March 2026

ABSTRACT: Micro-computed tomography (ìCT) has a reputation as a nondestructive analysis method. Unfortunately, this leads to the common misconception that radiation damage of the sample does not play a role. With the increased use of ìCT in laboratory-based machines, more and more cellulose-based materials are studied. In this paper, we show with three examples that radiation damage is important in dry and wet paper and in viscose fibers. In an attempt to quantify radiation damage, we came up with a workflow that enables researchers to predict the X-ray dose within a laboratory-based ìCT machine. This gives researchers the possibility to quantitatively judge the influence of radiation damage on each measured sample. While one cannot extend the measured doses from one machine to another, one can still apply the work flow presented in this study to any ìCT setup. In this way, it is possible to minimize radiation damage by choosing the best parameters in a ìCT for obtaining perfect data with no or little radiation damage.

New opportunities in the paper and nonwovens industries with foam-assisted web forming and chemical application, TAPPI Journal January 2023

ABSTRACT: Foam-assisted web forming and chemical application technologies have great potential to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality in the paper and nonwovens industries. In this study, the benefits of foam forming and foam-assisted application of chemicals were demonstrated in a pilot machine trial. Uniform high-bulk webs of unrefined bleached softwood kraft pulp (BSKP) and viscose fibers were manufactured by foam forming. It was shown that foam formed low-grammage and high-bulk viscose fiber webs can be strengthened by foam-assisted application of latex onto the wet web. Correspondingly, foam-assisted application of carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and anionic polyacrylamide (A-PAM) improved the strength of the foam formed low-grammage and high-bulk BSKP web. Overall, the pilot machine results indicated that material cost savings could be achieved and a high-performance product could be manufactured with foam-based technologies.

Change Management in Digital Transformation: Key Strategies for Successful Implementation, TAPPICon25

Leveraging GenAI for Enhanced Plant Performance: An OEE Case Study, TAPPICon25

Water chemistry challenges in pulping and papermaking • fundamentals and practical insights: Part 2: Conductivity, charge, and hardness, TAPPI Journal June 2023

ABSTRACT: Although water is essential to the papermaking process, papermakers often overlook its importance and focus on fibers, fillers, and chemical additives. A better understanding of water properties and chemical interactions associated with water at the wet end leads to a sound foundation for high-quality paper production and smooth operation. Water is an excellent solvent for ionic substances, both organic and inorganic. These substances contribute to system conductivity, charge, and hardness and significantly impact the papermaking process. Part 1 of this paper, published in TAPPI J. 21(6): 313(2022), discussed fundamental water properties, water chemistry, and the impact of pH on pulping and papermaking operations. In this paper, we review definitions, sources, and the typical symptoms of the effect of conductivity, charge, and hardness on the productivity of the papermaking process. Sources of conductivity, charge, and hardness impacting these factors, measurement methods, and available correction strategies for their control are also discussed.

Leaching of Chloride and Potassium from Electrostatic Precipitator Catch, 1998 International Chemical Recovery Conference Proceedings

Leaching of Chloride and Potassium from Electrostatic Precipitator Catch, 1998 International Chemical Recovery Conference Proceedings

International Superintendents Panel Discussion and Roundtable, 1994 Papermakers Conference Proceedings

International Superintendents Panel Discussion and Roundtable, 1994 Papermakers Conference Proceedings

Making Paper Using Less Water and Energy, 1999 Papermakers Conference Proceedings

Making Paper Using Less Water and Energy, 1999 Papermakers Conference Proceedings

On-Line Dewatering Measurement at the Paper Machineâ??s Wet End Provides New Insight for Better Retention-Aid Control, 1999 Papermakers Conference Proceedings

On-Line Dewatering Measurement at the Paper Machine’s Wet End Provides New Insight for Better Retention-Aid Control, 1999 Papermakers Conference Proceedings

Economics of Introducing Kenaf Fibers as a Complementary Fiber Source in Existing Wood Pulp Mills, 1998 Pulping Conference Proceedings

Economics of Introducing Kenaf Fibers as a Complementary Fiber Source in Existing Wood Pulp Mills, 1998 Pulping Conference Proceedings