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Software upgrades for felt moisture and permeability meters


software and features that improve their value for paper mills. Having helped identify the


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effectiveness of felt conditioning, these instruments provide paper mills, and felt and chemical


BB has upgraded its L&W Felt Moisture and Felt Permeability Meters with new


suppliers, with industry-standard results for felt moisture and permeability measurement. Now, in addition to their handheld use, both felt meters have functionality for online scanner usage that will enable mills to extend the lifecycle of their felts. Included in the upgrade is the addition of ABB’s new easy- to-use PressView 3D software


application that streamlines device setup and enables more detailed review and analysis on a PC.


The new features make more New features make more frequent measurement easier


frequent measurement easier and more informative – even with handheld use – by creating a more efficient felt conditioning programme that enables mills to further optimise press felts for the best machine runnability and overall profitability. “With more stringent safety requirements and the increased


Chemistries that help make paper a viable alternative to plastics


A new product technology platform that helps make paper a viable alternative to plastics and other single-use materials has been launched in Europe by Henkel Adhesive Technologies. Already available in the US, EPIX comprises a portfolio of materials and chemistries that enhance paper by expanding its functionality to give paper products added properties such as barrier protection, thermal insulation and impact resistance.


January/February 2021


The technology can enhance the performance of paper cups, containers and eCommerce packaging. Creating a better barrier, EPIX protects paper-based packages from water, and grease intrusion. It makes paper a viable alternative to plastic for popular disposable, on-the-go products such as paper straws, paper cups and food trays. The technology also enables paper to provide thermal


insulation, as in the case of takeaway beverage cups. Double- walled cups using EPIX provide better temperature resistance for hot or cold beverages. Impact resistance is also added


to eCommerce packaging. As padded mailers and other packaging materials are evolving to reduce waste and replacing oversized containers and envelopes with better packing materials, EPIX technology enhances paper mailers to deliver


development in online scanners for felt measurement, these new features help papermakers to maximise their investment in online scanners and make more frequent measurements,” said Ad de Brouwer, product manager for process measurements at ABB Pulp and Paper. Existing L&W customers can


perform a software upgrade to receive the enhanced feature set, while new customers receive the more advanced features at no additional cost.


flexible, form-fitting and lower profile packaging options. “We are committed to


advancing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that contribute to a circular economy, and we see the opportunity to make a true impact in the growing markets of eCommerce deliveries and convenience packaging,” said Tilo Quink, head of packaging adhesives at Henkel. “We understand consumers’ desire for functional paper products that are a reliable alternative to traditional materials and are looking forward to introducing this to the European market.”


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