Clean Rolls Make a Difference in Metal Processing Lines

Processing strip metal in continuous form is full of challenges. The strip is conveyed over and through numerous rolls, many of which contact the strip and have a direct effect on quality. Adding roll cleaning systems has proven to help maximum run rate, yield and improve product quality in these processing lines.

Written by Jerry Vandoros on July 15, 2014.

Safe and Consistent Cleaning of Shower Bars and Nozzles

Process shower bars and nozzles are critical components in many manufacturing processes. Applications range from low-pressure, low-flow water lubrication and chemical applications to high-flow, high-pressure cleaning application.

Written by Pat Long on July 02, 2014.

New Video Shows Quick and Safe Doctor Blade Removal

Pulling a sharp doctor blade from a doctor blade holder with compacted fibers, glue, and wood pitch can be a safety risk, especially without the proper tools.

Written by Vicki Hunsberger on June 17, 2014.

New Roll Cleaning Technology for a Wide Range of Applications

Kadant has developed and patented roll cleaning solutions for 80 years. During this time, the company developed a wide range of blades for a variety of roll surfaces. Today, the latest roll cleaning technologies feature various pad materials for cleaning and conditioning roll surfaces.

Written by Jerry Vandoros on May 20, 2014.

White Water Recovery – the Benefits Go Beyond Just Saving Water

Corporate sustainability statements often emphasize water reduction as a goal associated with minimizing a company’s environmental footprint and impact on the community. Being a “good neighbor” by optimizing the use of water and reducing water costs are the two most obvious benefits.

Written by Dave McGowan on May 06, 2014.

Dryer Syphons

It has been well-documented that the distance between the condensate entrance of a syphon and the dryer shell, referred to as the syphon clearance, has considerable influence on the operational efficiency of a paper dryer. Suboptimal clearance adversely affects heat transfer capacity and the cross-machine temperature uniformity of the cylinder.

Written by Jerry Timm on July 09, 2014.

Dryer Inspections and Paper Dryer Performance

The dryer section of a paper machine consumes large amounts of energy and can have a dramatic impact on the quality of your sheet and your bottom line.

Written by Jerry Timm on June 24, 2014.

Dryer Bars and Paper Dryer Performance

Dryer bars are axial bars placed on the inside of steam-heated paper dryers to create turbulence in the rimming condensate layer. If the spacing of the bars is chosen correctly, resonant waves are created in the condensate film, between each pair of bars.

Written by Jerry Timm on May 27, 2014.

The Importance of Using Genuine Parts

For the lowest cost of ownership, use genuine, qualified, original equipment parts.

Written by Al Ives on May 13, 2014.

Papercon 2014 Coming to Nashville

Started in 2008 and organized by TAPPI, PaperCon is the largest annual pulp and paper technical program in the world. This year PaperCon is coming to the Nashville Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn.

Written by Danielle Rohrer on April 25, 2014.

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