Starch and Starch Products in Surface Sizing and Paper Coating eBook

Editors:

Dr. Hans W. Maurer, Dr. Detlev Glittenberg

Authors: G. Gordon Bugg, Dr. Detlev Glittenberg, Robert L. Kearney, Charles P. Klass, Dr. Anthony V. Lyons and Stig V. Renvall

Recognition:
The editors and authors thank Dr. Nick Triantafillopoulos for co-reviewing and giving valuable input to the chapters.

Description:
This book is a comprehensive overview about basic starch chemistry, starch modifications, quality control, shipment, storage, cooking, in-mill conversion, best practices of application in surface sizing and coating, and also includes the environmental aspects. You will find a description of developments for modified starches, co-polymers, and coating technology that have happened in the last decade.

This book provides guidance to engineers, operators, and managers in the paper industry. It includes an explanation of the objective pros and cons of different available alternatives. A comprehensive overview of the various aspects of starch use in surface sizing and coating is included. This book includes a learning aid, providing lots of AHA’s and guidance to development efforts in the starch industry.

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