AVAILABLE SPRING 2025

Paper Machine Quality Control Systems (QCS) 
Volume 2 Control Systems and Applications  

A project of TAPPI’s Quality Control System (QCS) Common Interest Group (CIG) of the Process Control Division. A portion of the proceeds support TAPPI’s Process Control Division Student Scholarships.

Authors:  Kerry Figiel, Johan Backstrom, Shih-Chin Chen, Jonathan Crawford, Michael Forbes, Tim Murphy, Seyhan Nuyan, Jack Tippett

The highly anticipated second volume of Paper Machine Quality Control Systems is here! This essential guide introduces engineers and operators to the fundamentals of paper machine quality control, filling the knowledge gap for those new to the field. Designed as a practical, hands-on resource, the book answers the critical question: “How do we do this?”

Covering both machine and cross-directional control, this volume takes readers from basic concepts to advanced techniques, offering comprehensive insights into improving quality and efficiency. With no other book providing such a balanced blend of theory and real-world application, this is a must-have resource for anyone looking to master paper machine quality control.

There are 13 chapters in this book discussing how the power of paper controls can transform your approach to production. They consist of the following topics:

   1.  Introduction And Overview to Process and Product Quality Controls - Chapter Preview
   2.  Paper Machine Processes
   3.  Process Control Fundamentals
   4.  Regulatory Paper Machine Controls
   5.  Machine Direction Quality Control Fundamentals
   6.  Machine Direction Quality Control Approaches
   7.  Paper Machine Cross-Direction (CD) Actuators
   8.  Cross-Machine Direction Control Fundamentals
   9.  Single-Variable Cross-Machine Control Solutions
 10.  Multivariable CD Control
 11. Product Transition and Optimizing Controls
 12. Color Control and Shade Change Solutions
 13. Special Topics in Control
       Appendix 1: Signal Filtering
       Appendix 2: Linear Process Models


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