Dry Strength
Reach SCT/RCT/CMT and Tensile Targets at the Desired Basis Weight and Moisture Profile.
Customer Challenge / Issue
Improving the paper’s dry strength is achievable by increasing basis weight or refining, but this increases energy use and production costs. Additives such as starch may also be used; however, cost planning can be difficult, and starch quality can affect production performance.
Axchem Solution
Axchem products enhance supply chain performance through optimized packaging weights and mill performance via reduced energy demands per unit and lower water requirements with higher solids programs. Axchem has a diverse portfolio, which includes the AXSTRENGTH™ product line featuring AXSTRENGTH PAM, AXSTRENGTH GPAM, AXSTRENGTH PVAm, and AXSTRENGTH Amphoterics designed to address compressive strength needs for board manufacturers.
Benefits
Strength additives are crucial for developing wet and dry strength in paper grades. They enable papermakers to manage strength characteristics, create new grades, optimize existing ones, and enhance machine efficiency.
Our AXSTRENGTH® programs help reduce basis weight, increase machine speed, and offset poor fiber quality. Axchem’s dry-strength resins (DSR) address the limitations of starch and optimize process conditions while maintaining retention and drainage. Beyond improving dry strength, Axchem’s additives enhance dewatering and overall machine runnability.
Product For: Dry Strength
