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Carboxy methylcellulose dispersed into water at 1% by weight solids for strength aid.
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PROBLEM:
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Complete dispersion of CMC powder must be attained before adding to furnish. Batch mixers left small lumps that appeared in final toilet tissue paper.
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RESULTS:
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Complete and continuous dispersion of CMC powder easily obtained and proven out in pilot plant.
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AB MIXER:
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Model D-1000 Dilumelt (Dispershear) for pilot plant operation.
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EQUIPMENT
REPLACED: |
Inefficient propeller mixers
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| BENEFITS: |
Improved product quality and complete reliable supply that does not slow down paper machine production rates.
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