A Solution for Sticky Problems in Paper and Board Production, Paper360º March/April 2026

The increasing use and deteriorating quality of wastepaper poses significant challenges for paper and board manufacturers. The fibers become shorter and weaker with multiple recycling, which has a negative impact on the strength and other properties of the finished product. One of the main issues is stickies and fibers, which are pulled out of the paper web in the dryer section and build up on the surfaces of the drying cylinders, guide rolls, dryer fabrics, and doctor blades.

Clogging the drying cylinders and dryer fabrics reduces heat transfer and evaporation and thus increases the specific energy consumption. It also leads to breaks and paper defects, resulting in customer complaints and considerable costs. Various approaches have been tried to solve this challenge, including:

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