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Apparatus and method for determination and control of paper web qualities on a papermaking machine

US7141141B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 2000
Grant dateNov 28, 2006
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF26B13/008
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to an apparatus for the on-line determination of paper web moisture content and/or temperature on the dryer section of a papermaking machine. The apparatus is designed to form, in combination with a doctor means and/or a packet ventilating tube, such a compact structure wherein the apparatus operates underneath such means or in a close proximity thereto. The invention also relates to a method for control of paper web moisture content and temperature on the basis of measurements performed on the dryer section of a papermaking machine.

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