TAPPI TIP0304-26

Curtain coating is the deposition of a functional coating of a wax-based hot melt on a combined board surface by transporting the board through a falling film or curtain of the molten material.As with any converting operation, various problems can arise, causing operation difficulties, and product defects.The purpose of this Technical Information Paper is to identify common curtain coating problems, including how to detect those that may not be readily apparent, to list some of their causes, and to recommend corrective measures.

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Published:

05/22/2006

Number of Pages:

3