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The demands on paper and papermakers have increased considerably over the past decade. With over 75 years acknowledged expertise in this area, IntertechPira's Paper and Natural Fibres channel provides conferences, training courses, newsletters, books and studies on all aspects of the paper and natural fibres industries. This includes papermaking, paper science, printability, nanotechnology in paper, fibre engineering and smart paper. Whether you're looking for the latest industry news, most recent scientific developments or an understanding of key disruptive technologies, market trends and technology updates, you'll find the resources here!

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Internal and Surface Sizing: CONFERENCE REPORT

Barbara Rojas | 01 Oct 07, 10:36:43 AM

Conference Producer

On the first day we had two workshops given by Kasia Paskowska from Winkowski Poland and the enthusiastic Dr. Orlando Rojas from North Carolina State University.
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Developments in Fibres and Fibre Treatment - new technology studies

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Fibre technology studiesDevelopments in Biological Fibre Treatment

Developments in Engineered Fibres

Developments in Tree Cloning


The paper market is changing around the world. Demand for different grades is shifting and pressure to make sustainable use of resources and manufacture responsibly is growing.
  

More than ever papermakers need to be aware of developments in the marketplace, process improvement tools and technologies and new sources of material.

These three new studies are a fast track route to understanding the opportunities offered by the latest fibre and fibre treatment technology.

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What will you be reading about?

Biological fibres:

-Tree biotechnology and how this can be used to improve papermaking
-Key drivers and trends likely to impact papermakers
-Legislation and regulations on wood and fibre improvement affecting the industry

Engineered fibres:

-The key drivers that are pushing this technology forward
-The effect of pulping on fibre charge
-The latest in fibre modifications including biopolymer adsorption and cationic charge enrichment

Tree cloning:

- Modern cloning methods including grafting, cuttings/macropropagation and
micropropagation
- Costs and benefits for papermakers
- The impact of regulations and legislation on tree cloning