Why Blade Holders Are Essential to the Doctoring Process: An Interview with Scott Borges

Scott Borges helps us to better understand the role blade holders play in the doctoring and roll cleaning process.

Written by Vicki Hunsberger on May 29, 2018.

Basics of a Continuous Caster Rotary Union

For cooling water to pass through the caster rolls, a rotary union is required to allow the cooling water to enter and exit the rolls that support the strand of steel as it is solidifying.

Written by Danielle Rohrer on July 18, 2017.

Vacuum Breaker Basics – An interview with Erich Bernhardt

Written by Jan Walter on January 17, 2017.

When Should You Change A Doctor Blade?

Determining the correct doctor blade for an application requires answering a number of questions to ensure the right blade is chosen to produce the needed outcomes of the application.

Written by Vicki Hunsberger on August 09, 2016.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital Delivers Comfort & Efficiency

Arkansas Children’s Hospital has enhanced temperature control and sanitation for surgery while lowering maintenance costs and assuring smooth operations with simple, steam-driven pumps.

Written by Danielle Rohrer on May 24, 2016.

Genuine Parts Ensure Maximum Performance for Steam Joints

Many times, knock-off steam joint parts look identical to genuine parts. Most times, knock-off steam joint parts never perform like genuine parts.

Written by Danielle Rohrer on September 12, 2017.

Carbon Guides vs. Rolling Element Bearings

There are many factors when deciding whether to pick a rolling element bearing or a carbon guide supported rotary joint. 

Written by Matt Mitchell on April 11, 2017.

Multi-Passage Rotary Unions Provide Versatility for Unique Applications

Multi-passage rotary unions are designed to perform on a wide range of pressures (including vacuum), speeds, and temperatures.

Written by Matt Beach on October 25, 2016.

Thermocompressor Optimization for Efficient Yankee Operation

Thermocompressor optimization using CFD software ensures users will achieve the greatest operating efficiency with the flexibility to tune the device to specific operating conditions.

Written by Matt Mitchell on July 05, 2016.

Corrugated Packaging Plant Eliminates Thermal Bowing, Improves Bond Between Liner and Medium

A high-volume, high-speed single facer at a corrugated packaging plant located in California (USA) was having issues with poorly bonded board after starting up from a stoppage of any duration. The poor bond between the corrugated medium and liner was resulting in excess waste and lost production.

Written by Danielle Rohrer on May 10, 2016.