ABSTRACT

Chemistry of Modern Papermaking presents a chemist's perspective on the papermaking process. With roughly 3% of the mass of a paper product invested in water-soluble chemicals, paper makers can adjust the speed and efficiency of the process, minimize and reuse surplus materials, and differentiate a paper product as required by specific customers. W

chapter 1|4 pages

Introduction

chapter 3|46 pages

The Fate of Paper Chemicals at the Wet End

chapter 4|40 pages

Temporary Wet-Strength Resins

chapter 5|104 pages

Wet-Strength Resins

chapter 6|26 pages

Dry-Strength Resins

chapter 7|60 pages

Internal Sizing Agents

chapter 8|24 pages

Creping Adhesives and Softeners