The Testing of Wood Pulp: A Practical Handbook for the Pulp and Paper Trades (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Sindall

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331783207 ISBN 13: 9780331783209

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A practical, method-focused guide to moisture testing and bleaching quality in wood pulp.

This handbook explains how to sample large pulps, determine air-dry moisture content, and evaluate bleaching performance. It combines established techniques with practical directions drawn from long-standing industry practice, making it useful for both pulp producers and paper makers.

The book is organized into two parts: the sampling and testing of wood pulp for moisture, and the bleaching qualities of wood pulp. It discusses standard apparatus, measurement methods, and the kinds of data that help align buying, selling, and production with reliable quality expectations. Numerous illustrations and tables support clear, real-world guidance for laboratory work and on-site testing.

• How to select bales and collect representative samples from large consignments
• How to dry samples and measure moisture content accurately
• How to assess bleaching behavior and bleaching powder consumption
• Standards, calculations, and practical notes that support consistent results

Ideal for readers involved in the pulp and paper trades who want clear, actionable methods for testing moisture and evaluating bleaching quality.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331783207
• ISBN 13: 9780331783209
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 169