Preflocculation of fillers used in papermaking
US8778140B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 1, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD21H21/18
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of preparing a stable dispersion of flocculated filler particles for use in papermaking processes comprises use of microparticle prior to, simultaneous to, and/or after addition of a first flocculating agent to an aqueous dispersion of filler particles, followed by addition of a second flocculating agent to the dispersion and further optional shearing of the resultant filler flocs to the desired particle size resulting in shear resistant filler flocs with a defined and controllable size distribution. In addition, a neutralizing coagulant can be added to the dispersion to partially or completely neutralize the charge of the filler before the microparticle and/or the first flocculating agent is added.
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