Abstract:
Compositions and colloidal particles are provided that may be used to improve a papermaking process. The compositions and colloidal particles may include a polymer and an inorganic salt. A papermaking process carried out using the presently disclosed compositions and colloidal particles may produce a paper product that has increased strength properties.
Abstract:
Provided is a method for detecting the presence of bacterial spores by measuring adenosine diphosphate (ATP) production over time. Spores are detected by converting adenosine monophosphate (AMP) and adenosine diphosphate (ADP) to ATP.
Abstract:
The disclosure provides compounds, compositions, and methods for improving a papermaking process. A method may include adding a strength aid to a cellulosic fiber suspension in the papermaking process and adding a dewatering agent to the cellulosic fiber suspension. The dewatering agent may comprise a polymer having a reduced specific viscosity from about 2.5 to about 5.5 dL/g. The polymer may include, for example, a solution polymer, a latex polymer, or both. The strength aid may be selected from, for example, a cationic GPAM polymer, an anionic GPAM polymer, an amphoteric polymer with an overall negative charge, an amphoteric polymer with an overall positive charge, a cationic polyacrylamide polymer, an anionic polyacrylamide polymer, an associative polymer, a treatment polymer embedded in a colloidal hydroxide complex, starch, or any combination of the foregoing.
Abstract:
The present invention provides a method for preserving recycled fiber by using biocides and a method for manufacturing paper using recycled fiber. The method for manufacturing paper, using recycled fiber as a raw material, comprises pulping procedure: pulping the raw material containing recycled fiber, and papermaking procedure: producing the paper with the pulp slurry obtained in the pulping procedure; wherein the total starch content of recycled fiber is measured before recycled fiber is pulped, and when the total starch content of recycled fiber is higher than a predetermined value, one or more biocides are added during the pulping procedure.
Abstract:
Methods, processes, and compositions for improving sizing efficiency in a paper-making process are provided. Pulp slurry is treated by using alkenyl succinic anhydride that is emulsified with a polymer emulsifier. The emulsified alkeny succinic anhydride is used in conjunction with paper-making filler particles that are modified with hydroxyl-containing hydrocarbon natural polymer polysaccharide.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to colloidal silicas having a low S-value and a high solids content, the preparation thereof, and the use thereof in the production of paper. When used in the production of paper, the colloidal silicas of the invention exhibit good retention and drainage performance so that they can be used in lower amounts compared to conventional colloidal silicas. The present invention also relates to an apparatus and a method for producing such activated colloidal silicas.