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The mechanics, factors and prevention of size press orange peel

The mechanics, factors and prevention of size press orange peel

A common problem on film metering size presses is orange peel. Orange peel is caused when the coating film splits away from the coated sheet in the immobilized coating layer at the exit of the size press nip.

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Common ways an OEM partner helps mills achieve their goals

Common ways an OEM partner helps mills achieve their goals

Maintaining a strong relationship with a trusted OEM partner lets producers learn from the industry’s manufacturing legacy and keep operations moving forward.

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Five best practices for roll performance and cover life

Five best practices for roll performance and cover life

For optimum performance and to maximize cover life, keep covers clean, monitor and avoid high cover temperatures, check crown and avoid impact damage.

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Positive and negative considerations when grooving suction rolls

Positive and negative considerations when grooving suction rolls

Grooving suction rolls is a commonly undertaken process. This article answers some of the most frequently asked questions, such as: why groove the suction press roll, how does grooving affect the cover's P&J, and are there any concerns or drawbacks with grooving a suction roll.

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These basic guidelines help optimize suction roll performance

These basic guidelines help optimize suction roll performance

To optimize the efficiency of and ensure the best return on a suction roll investment, mill maintenance departments should follow some basic guidelines.

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The function and proper setup of size press sealing blades

The function and proper setup of size press sealing blades

Properly functioning sealing blades in a metered size press prevent air from entering the application chamber while lubricating the blade tip/applicator roll interface. Periodic checks of the blade setup are essential for a long and trouble-free blade lifetime.

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Maximize your training results with flexible training tools

Maximize your training results with flexible training tools

Why do companies with similar technologies achieve different results? Why do people doing the same task perform differently? The difference often lies in knowledge and skills, both of which can be acquired through learning.

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Blade doctors - purpose, design, operation, examples and options

Blade doctors - purpose, design, operation, examples and options

Doctors are used to scrape foreign material off rolls or to redirect the web to prevent wrapping around rolls. Doctor components vary, but all blade type doctors will have blade(s), blade holder(s) and beam. Heaters, oscillators, air blows and catch pans are common additional options.

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