Liquid AKD
Not every mill wants to run its own emulsification plant.
Paper grade
Cultural and Printing Paper
Internal and surface sizing, brightness and colour control for writing, offset and coated base.
What we hear
The Three Problems That Come Up
- Print quality complaints trace back to sizing and surface strength more often than to ink.
- Brightness targets are written into the buyer's specification.
- Linting at the size press shows up as spots on press.
Starting points
Products Most Often Specified For Cultural and Printing Paper
Anionic Surface Sizing Agent
Linting, dusting and poor coating holdout at the size press show up as print defects downstream.
Optical Brightener Agents
Brightness targets are set by the buyer, not the furnish.
Direct Yellow Dyes
Writing and printing grades need a clean yellow that does not muddy under coating.
Other Paper Grades
Frequently Asked Questions
Which CHEMSUM ranges apply to cultural and printing paper?
Paper Sizing Agent, Paper Functional Agent, Paper Coloring Agent, Paper Strength Agent.
Where do most cultural and printing paper enquiries start?
Print quality complaints trace back to sizing and surface strength more often than to ink.
What do you need from me to recommend a product?
Paper grade, furnish, system pH, machine speed and the property you are chasing.
Chemistry for cultural and printing paper
Send your grade, furnish and target property and we will shortlist from the ranges above.