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Method for improving retention and drainage characteristics in alkaline papermaking

US5532308A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 17, 1995
Grant dateJul 2, 1996
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08F290/046
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A composition and method for improving the drainage and retention characteristics of a paper furnish consisting of a water soluble graft copolymer and bentonite clay. It is preferred that the graft copolymer be added to the furnish prior to at least one shear stage and that the bentonite clay be added after the shear stage.

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