Defoaming & Deaeration
Remove air and foam to restore vacuum efficiency, drainage, and overall runnability.
Customer Challenge / Issue
The formation of foam during the various stages of papermaking leads to process interruptions. A decrease in machine productivity can cause defects in the quality of the final paper. It also makes it difficult to control tank levels and hydraulic circuits, increasing the risk of overflow, unnecessary washing, and material loss. This situation leads to additional costs in water, energy, and additives, while reducing the overall productivity of the plant. Remove Forme
Axchem Solution
Axchem has developed products which are helping to reduce and control foam. AXFOAM® products have been developed to work under every temperature condition from 20°C to 70°C (68°F to 158°F) by deaerating the water and/or preventing surface foam
Two technologies are available to suit your needs:
- Water base defoamers : Improve drainage, machine speed and circuit stability
- Oil based defoamers : Effectively control surface foaming and reduce sizing consumption.
Our products comply food regulations (BfR & FDA), enabling them to be used on paper intended for food contact.
With AXFOAM®, you can stabilize your processes, improve your operational efficiency and reduce your running costs.
Benefits
Our innovative solutions bring significant improvements to your processes and products. By enhancing process stability, we minimize foam-related interruptions, ensuring smoother and more efficient operations. This leads to increased runnability and overall productivity.
In terms of product quality, our optimization techniques result in a more even surface and a notable reduction in sheet formation defects. This means you can consistently produce high-quality paper that meets the highest standards.
Cost efficiency is another key benefit of our solutions. By reducing the need for additional water, energy, and chemicals, we help you achieve substantial savings. This not only lowers your operational costs but also contributes to a more sustainable production process.
Our solutions are designed with flexibility in mind, making them effective across various types of fibers and processes, whether you are working with recycled materials or kraft. This versatility ensures that you can maintain high performance regardless of the specific requirements of your production line.
Finally, we are committed to environmental responsibility. Our formulations are adapted to current environmental standards, ensuring that your operations are not only efficient and cost-effective but also environmentally friendly.
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