Impact of Retention Agents on Functional Properties of Recycled Paper in Sustainable Manufacturing
The proper dosing and optimization of retention additives are necessary to ensure the desired benefits without compromising other aspects of the paper manufacturing process. In this study, the effects of a cationic polyelectrolyte based on acrylamide and a cationic derivative of acrylic acid on the...
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| description | The proper dosing and optimization of retention additives are necessary to ensure the desired benefits without compromising other aspects of the paper manufacturing process. In this study, the effects of a cationic polyelectrolyte based on acrylamide and a cationic derivative of acrylic acid on the different properties of paper containing recycled fibers were investigated. The structural and tensile properties were examined through various analyses to determine the optimal dosage of the retention additive. The results obtained indicate that while the retention agent can enhance papermaking efficiency by improving retention, drainage, and sheet formation, it also negatively impacts the tensile strength and surface smoothness of the recycled paper. This complexity highlights the importance of a balanced approach in optimizing retention aid dosages. Determining the optimum dosage of such an agent requires multiple trials and analyses with varying dosages. This review aims to offer a background for engineers seeking to enhance the competitiveness and reduce production costs of their paper products, as well as for researchers striving to surpass the existing standards and achieve innovative outcomes. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-a5ed60381faa48efbaa4e8c4d478ee962025-01-24T13:21:10ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172025-01-0115287510.3390/app15020875Impact of Retention Agents on Functional Properties of Recycled Paper in Sustainable ManufacturingEdyta Małachowska0Institute of Wood Sciences and Furniture, Warsaw University of Life Sciences—SGGW, 159 Nowoursynowska Str., 02-787 Warsaw, PolandThe proper dosing and optimization of retention additives are necessary to ensure the desired benefits without compromising other aspects of the paper manufacturing process. In this study, the effects of a cationic polyelectrolyte based on acrylamide and a cationic derivative of acrylic acid on the different properties of paper containing recycled fibers were investigated. The structural and tensile properties were examined through various analyses to determine the optimal dosage of the retention additive. The results obtained indicate that while the retention agent can enhance papermaking efficiency by improving retention, drainage, and sheet formation, it also negatively impacts the tensile strength and surface smoothness of the recycled paper. This complexity highlights the importance of a balanced approach in optimizing retention aid dosages. Determining the optimum dosage of such an agent requires multiple trials and analyses with varying dosages. This review aims to offer a background for engineers seeking to enhance the competitiveness and reduce production costs of their paper products, as well as for researchers striving to surpass the existing standards and achieve innovative outcomes.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/2/875retentionwastepaperpapermaking abilityfiberssecondary pulp |
| spellingShingle | Edyta Małachowska Impact of Retention Agents on Functional Properties of Recycled Paper in Sustainable Manufacturing Applied Sciences retention wastepaper papermaking ability fibers secondary pulp |
| title | Impact of Retention Agents on Functional Properties of Recycled Paper in Sustainable Manufacturing |
| title_full | Impact of Retention Agents on Functional Properties of Recycled Paper in Sustainable Manufacturing |
| title_fullStr | Impact of Retention Agents on Functional Properties of Recycled Paper in Sustainable Manufacturing |
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| title_short | Impact of Retention Agents on Functional Properties of Recycled Paper in Sustainable Manufacturing |
| title_sort | impact of retention agents on functional properties of recycled paper in sustainable manufacturing |
| topic | retention wastepaper papermaking ability fibers secondary pulp |
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